Meet Emily
Family Hobbies
Swimming, Horse riding, Cooking, Chess, Gardening
Hosting guests since
2012
Response Rate
75%
Response Time
Within a few days
About the Homestay
My husband Ciaran and I have 1 daughter who is 11 and delightful.
We love to cook, listen to music and enjoy a glass of wine too. We're hosting female only students, workers or travellers.
We are a Christian family who love live music, going to the park or beach, watching a good movie or a bit of gardening.
We have an english staffy (Lola) and two pond fish.
The house is a large and open plan 4 bedroom with two bathrooms. Big back yard with a sunny aspect.
2 double rooms are available.
We are 1 minute from the nearest bus, 14 mins walk from the train to melbourne city which is 25 mins ride. Near to Latrobe, rmit and nmit colleges.
The area is quiet and leafy trees are home to many birds. There are great parklands for cycling or walking in. Bicycle available.
Near to 3 shopping areas with cafes, restaurants plus northland shopping centre is close by.
Less than an hour to the Yarra valley winery region by car.
The home has airconditioning in the main living area and heaters are provided for each room.
We have a cute patio area and BBQ area for summer sizzle season.
Pets
Dog, Fish
House Facilities
- Garden
- Bikes for use
- Computer
- Laundry
- Patio
- Barbecue
- Parking
- TV
- Internet Access
- Air Conditioning
Welcomes
- Males
- Females
- Couples
- Families
- Students
Bedrooms available for booking
About the Area
Our house is located Heidelberg heights in the northern suburbs of Melbourne city. It's 10 min drive from the funky live music haunt of Northcote, 15 minutes from the fabulous Brunswick and Smith streets. The beach is 30 mins drive.
We are 25 mins drive from the airport and the city centre.
There are a lot of bus options in the area and a train station 14 mins walk.
There are many cafes, restaurants, fashion shops, recreation centres and sporting parks in the area. It is hilly and has views of the Yarra Ranges from Heidelberg shops.
We are close to the Melbourne hills too with farmers markets, wildlife sanctuary's and beautiful historic villages.
Brewery's and wineries.
Local Area Facilities
- Tennis
- Park
- Gym
- Golf
- Swimming
- Bowling
- Cinema
- Library
- Museum
- Shopping Centre
- Amusement Park
- Horse Stables
- Water sports
- Sports arena
- Health club
- Restaurant
- Bus Stop
- Train station
- Hospital
Meals
Please note that only a light breakfast is included in the room rate. All other meals will incur an additional cost. Meals and any additional payment should be arranged directly with your host.
Included in the stay
- Light Breakfast
- Use of Kitchen
House Rules
Keep noise to a minimum after 10 pm. Clean up after using the kitchen, if you eat a meal with the family it is expected that you will help to clean up afterwards. Keep your room and guest bathroom clean ie no food n drink left around for pests. Check with hosts if playing own music in the shared areas.
Smoking is not allowed.
3 Reviews
January 2017
This guest awarded the host 5 hearts but didn’t leave any comments.
July 2016
The Rosner family made me feel like I was part of the family, always taking me with them on their family adventures. They are a wonderful family that knows how to relax one day and be on the go the next. I highly recommend staying with the Rosner family!
February 2016
This guest awarded the host 3 hearts but didn’t leave any comments.