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Gorgeous 2 Bedroom apartment in Historic Willsmere - with pool and pet friendly

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Exterior
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
Fitness facility
Outdoor pool, a heated pool
Outdoor dining

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire apartment

2 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 4

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Washer
  • Dryer
  • Free WiFi

Explore the area

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Kew, VIC
  • Place, Yarra Bend Park
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Place, University of Divinity
    ‪5 min drive‬
  • Place, Fairfield Boathouse
    ‪6 min drive‬
  • Airport, Melbourne, VIC (MEL-Tullamarine)
    ‪27 min drive‬

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About the neighborhood

Melbourne

With a stay at this apartment, you'll be centrally located in Melbourne, within a 15-minute drive of Collins Street and Melbourne Cricket Ground. .This apartment is 6.4 mi (10.3 km) from Rod Laver Arena and 6.6 mi (10.6 km) from Melbourne Central.
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What's nearby

  • Yarra Bend Park - 3 min walk - 0.2 miles
  • University of Divinity - 5 min drive - 1.9 miles
  • Recreation Hall Reserve - 5 min drive - 2.2 miles
  • Fairfield Boathouse - 6 min drive - 2.9 miles
  • Crown Casino - 14 min drive - 6.4 miles

Getting around

  • Alphington Station - 4 min drive
  • Flinders Street Station - 19 min drive
  • Melbourne, VIC (MEB-Essendon) - 28 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Ora - ‬15 min walk
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Postmaster Hotel - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Skinny Dog Hotel - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Fairfield Park Boathouse & Tea Gardens - ‬6 min drive

About this property

Gorgeous 2 Bedroom apartment in Historic Willsmere - with pool and pet friendly

Built in 1872, Willsmere, the former Kew Asylum, with it’s Victorian Italianate architecture is an icon of Melbourne’s history and culture. Located just 6 km from the CBD, Willsmere is close to Melbourne’s sporting venues and arts precinct. Catch a tram to the Australian Open. Enjoy the walking trails and flying fox colonies along the River Yarra or play a few rounds of golf at Yarra Bend. Relax at the Willsmere pool (currently under refurbishment and available from December 2024), practice at the tennis courts or watch the sun go down over the city.
Make yourself comfortable in this air-conditioned apartment, featuring a kitchen with a refrigerator and an oven. There's a private patio. Complimentary wireless internet access is available to keep you connected. Conveniences include a microwave and a coffee/tea maker.
Be sure to enjoy recreational amenities including an outdoor pool and a fitness center.
Guests will find features like internet access and onsite parking.

Property amenities

Pool/Spa

  • Fenced private pool
  • Heated pool
  • Outdoor pool

Internet

  • Available in the apartment: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Electric kettle
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Paper towels
  • Refrigerator
  • Spices
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 2 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 1.5 bathrooms
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Hair dryer
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Living room

Entertainment

  • TV

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Patio

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly
  • Welcoming cats and dogs only
  • 2 pets total

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Designated smoking areas

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • In the city center
  • On a river

Things to do

  • Gym
  • Heated pool
  • Tennis
  • Cycling nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Wildlife walks nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector)
  • Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)

General

  • Garden

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Pets

Pets allowed
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Welcoming dogs and cats only
2 total pets
Restrictions apply; for more information contact the property at the number on the booking confirmation

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

Events

Events allowed: family gatherings and birthday parties

Smoking

Smoking allowed: in designated areas

Important information

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
Parties and events (including family gatherings and birthday parties) are allowed on site; maximum attendees: 5
Host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation

Gorgeous 2 Bedroom apartment in Historic Willsmere - with pool and pet friendly Reviews

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 89 out of 96 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 6 out of 96 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 96 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 96 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 96 reviews

9.8/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Amenities

9.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Rodney M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great location
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Peter H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Jo was a wonderful host, her directions and communication were clear, correct and inviting. Really enjoyed our stay thanks Jo,hope to stay again.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jason I.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Very good accommodation

Enjoyed the stay
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Michael

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
If you are looking for a few days of peace relaxation but still handy to all Melbourne has to offer, this Willsmere apartment will tick all those boxes. We will be back.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Steven M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Really Good Stay

Really good place to stay
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Andrew M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
What a lovely place. Conveniently located, yet peaceful. Really enjoyed the walk down to see the bat colony.
Stayed 7 nights in Nov 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

Jenny P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Lovely grounds. Apartment had most things we needed. Comfortable and relaxing.
Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Margaret N.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Jo was super helpful. The apartment is well equipped and comfortable. Beautiful parkland environment.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

John O.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Property was well presented. Willsmere grounds are beautiful.
Stayed 8 nights in Nov 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Deb

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, communication
We did not know it was a former insane asylum so my daughter was spooked but I found it totally relaxing, restful and lovely.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

CHEREE D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This was our second stay at Jo’s place and really enjoyed the apartment and beautiful gardens where we could safely walk our dogs. The area was secure and safe too. Only thing is that there is no WiFi which would have been handy to watch our own Netflix shows.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Michelle M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The host Jo was very easy to communicate with, I always received a prompt reply.The apartment was comfortable, clean and very cosy. The grounds of Willsmere are so beautiful and peaceful. A truly great place to stay.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

DAVID B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great location

Great location to suit our needs. Second time we’ve stayed there, and will definitely head back again
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kanitha W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Good place to stay

Nice and clean place.
Stayed 7 nights in Jan 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Joanne N.

Liked: Cleanliness, communication, location, listing accuracy

lovely place

it was a great place to stay, lovely area with plenty of walking spots for my dog. Close to city
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Susan B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Another lovely stay

We love staying here. It is perfect for our needs and green, quiet and relaxing .
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

rick

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Great host and extremely friendly atmosphere.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2022
Verified

8/10 Good

Constantine M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Good communications with host.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Lilly W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Jo was very helpful when like a dope, I locked myself out of the estate.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Matthew W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Beautiful Kew

Lovely property, accomodation had everything we needed. We loved it and will definitely stay again when next visiting Melbourne.
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Clifford T.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Pleasant stay at the asylum

It was the perfect place for us, very comfortable, beautiful surroundings, and centrally located to all the places we were going.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kim G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Fabulous Stay

Was a great, pet friendly stay in beautiful, historic surroundings. Close to the city for convenience but in a beautiful, tranquil location. For a stay with a bit of a difference, this is the one!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jenny G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Ery good

Perfect place to stay with our dog.
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

gary d.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
third time at Willsmere, a great historic place, the former asylum is a quite beautiful place where you can go for walks. spent halloween season here and had the best weekend. Jo is a great host and very responsive. as a history buff i enjoy this area and the nature surroundings. also close to get to city of melbourne for a night out. i can say i love Willsmere and enjoy time here when i do stay.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Mizette M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Visiting Family

Beautiful peaceful stay. Calm and quiet with lots of fresh air and beautiful surroundings. Comfortable and beautiful bed.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024