StayCentral - PaperTrail - Papertrail, Alphington - 2 Bedrooms, 2 Beds, 2 Bathroom, 1 Car Park
YarraBend - Space, Skyline, Sorted This one's in YarraBend Melbourne's award-winning riverside precinct built on the old Alphington Paper Mill site a few minutes from the CBD. It's a serviced apartment that doesn't act like one: two bedrooms, two bathrooms, a terrace that runs the full length of the apartment, and views out to the Dandenongs. Styled by The Holiday Home Girls, so the interiors are properly done, not an afterthought. Floor-to-ceiling windows and enough light that it feels like somewhere you'd actually live. It works for business travellers, relocating families, insurance guests, or anyone who needs a base for longer than a few nights. There's also a wellness centre on site spas, indoor and outdoor pools, gyms, private yoga studios if you're the type to actually use that stuff. What You Actually Get
Two-bedroom, two-bathroom apartment, Level 4 Full-length terrace with panoramic city and mountain views Private balcony off the second bedroom, skyline views Two queen bedrooms, premium linen, built-in wardrobes in both Two bathrooms, ensuite to the master Interior designed by The Holiday Home Girls Fully equipped kitchen, quality appliances, everything you need for a proper stay Smart TV, unlimited wifi, dedicated workspace European laundry with washer and dryer Secure undercover parking for one vehicle Pet friendly (small additional fee applies)
The Location, Without the Spin YarraBend is built around the restored 1936 Paper Mill heritage buildings, contemporary architecture, parklands, and a village feel most new developments don't manage. Paper Square, walking trails, cafs and green space are all close, and the Yarra River trail network is right there. You're in Alphington, close to Fairfield, Ivanhoe and Kew, with quick access to the Eastern Freeway for a fast run into the CBD. Getting Around
Quick access to the Eastern Freeway Easy drive to Melbourne CBD Close to Alphington Station and local bus services Walking distance to the Yarra River trails and parklands Secure onsite parking included
Where to Eat (Downstairs, Basically)
Zero95 proper wood-fired Neapolitan pizza, imported ovens, San Marzano tomatoes, none of it faked. Good for a casual dinner without leaving the precinct. Decca Adam D'Sylva's place (the guy behind Coda and Tonka), doing Italian-Asian-Australian food that's better than it has any right to be for a neighbourhood restaurant. Worth the wait for a table. Au79 coffee sorted. Good espresso, all-day breakfast, the kind of caf you'll end up at most mornings without really deciding to.
All three are part of the new hospitality strip at The Bend, right in the YarraBend precinct so it's a short walk downstairs, not a drive. Pet-Friendly Bring the dog. Pet friendly, subject to approval and a small additional fee.
Rates inclusions:
Utilities: water, electricity, gas, and internet All bed linen and towels, plus extra towels Departure clean Interim cleaning services available for an additional fee Pet Fees: $150.00 per pet
Check-In/check out Every guest enjoys a personalised meet-and-greet service to ensure a smooth and welcoming check-in experience.Check in 3.00 - 6:00pm. Check out 10.00am.
Photo ID Credit Card(ID will be required prior to and on arrival )
Security Bond:
In some cases, a refundable security bond may be requested