About the Homestay

Suburban Modern
  • Welcomes
  • Males
  • Females
  • Couples
  • Families
  • Students

Our home is located in the suburb of Revesby, South of Sydney. It’s just me and my husband in this house so we thought of accepting homestay students or travellers. There are rooms available. One room has double size bed and the other one has queen size bed, two rooms both are twin shared with two single beds. The house is immaculate, it's an open plan area. There's backyard with Alfresco. My husband and I love to play scrabble on our relaxing time. I love to cook while my husband loves gardening.
Hosting or accommodating international students, travellers or working holiday visa holders became our enjoyment as we get to meet a lot of people from different countries in the world, learning a little bit of their languages and their cultures. The hardest and saddest part is when they’re already finished of their studies , when they’re already leaving Sydney and going back to their countries. We get so attached with each other. We started hosting since April of 2018.
I assure you your stay here will be fantastic, comfortable, convenient and enjoyable. Please refer to all the reviews.

House Facilities
  • Garden
  • Laundry
  • Barbecue
  • Parking
  • TV
  • Internet Access
  • Smoke alarm
  • Air Conditioning

Bedrooms available for booking

Minimum stay is for 31 nights

Maximum stay is for 365 nights

Available for given dates

Long stay? If you have a reoccuring schedule where days in the week do not require accommodation, you can unselect those days below. This will inform the host and reduce the price of your stay.

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Yellow room
From $43 per night
Double Room
Sleeps 2

Bathroom shared (with family / other guests)
1 Single Bed

Bedroom availableNot available for dates

This room has 2 single beds. It is next to balcony facing the street. It accommodates 2 people specifically international students.

Facilities
  • Desk and Lamp
  • Air Conditioning
  • Closet / Wardrobe
  • Hair-dryer
 1 guest
2 guests
Monthly price
$1,300
$2,000
Room F
From $43 per night
Twin Room
Sleeps 2

Bathroom ensuite (within room)
2 Single Bed

Bedroom availableNot available for dates
 1 guest
2 guests
Monthly price
$1,300
$2,000
Room E
From $43 per night
Twin Room
Sleeps 2

Bathroom ensuite (within room)
2 Single Bed

Bedroom availableNot available for dates
 1 guest
2 guests
Monthly price
$1,300
$2,000
Room D
From $43 per night
Double Room
Sleeps 2

Bathroom shared (with family / other guests)
1 Double Bed

Bedroom availableNot available for dates

This room has two single beds with closet big enough for two persons. It is clean and comfortable. Bed sheets and bed covers are provided upon request.

Facilities
  • Desk and Lamp
  • Air Conditioning
  • Closet / Wardrobe
 1 guest
2 guests
Monthly price
$1,300
$2,000
Green room
From $43 per night
Double Room
Sleeps 2

Bathroom shared (with family / other guests)
1 Double Bed

Bedroom availableNot available for dates

This room has a queen size bed that can accommodate two people. It has its own closet. It is clean and neat and comfortable.

Facilities
  • Desk and Lamp
  • Air Conditioning
  • Closet / Wardrobe
  • Mirror
  • Fridge
 1 guest
2 guests
Monthly price
$1,300
$2,000
Room B
From $43 per night
Double Room
Sleeps 2

Bathroom shared (with family / other guests)
1 Single Bed

Bedroom availableNot available for dates

This room has 2 single beds, with closet that can accommodate things for two people. It has one table and one chair and a lamp. Bed sheets and bed covers are available upon request. This room is next to the main bathroom.

Facilities
  • Desk and Lamp
  • Air Conditioning
  • Closet / Wardrobe
  • Mirror
  • Hair-dryer
 1 guest
2 guests
Monthly price
$1,300
$2,000
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About the Area

Our house is located in the South of Sydney, in a suburb that is peaceful and quiet area. The bus stops are just around the corners. The train station is walkable approximately 7-10 minutes. The trains here are express in going to the airports and to the city that will take you to the CBD 30 minutes.

Local Area Facilities
  • Shopping Centre
  • Bus Stop
  • Train station

Meals

Hosts can offer a complimentary light breakfast at their discretion. All other meals, including a full breakfast, might incur an additional cost, if offered. Meals and any additional payment should be arranged directly with your host.

Included in the stay
  • Complimentary Light Breakfast
  • Use of Kitchen

House Rules

Keep the room neat and tidy
Turn off the light when not in use.
No drinking spree
Maintain cleanliness in the kitchen. Always clean after use.
Keep the toilet and bathroom clean. Make sure to clean after use.
No eating or bringing food in the bedroom is not allowed.
When your trash bin is full it is your responsibility to throw in the red or yellow bin.

Smoking Rules

Your host is a non-smoker.

Smoking is allowed outdoors only.

10 Reviews

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    China
    Age 25 - 34

    5 hearts
    March 2024

    Ms menchie and uncle are very nice, kindness , patient and hospitable hosts. The room is clean and comfortable and I have a really great experience here! Hope to meet menchie again!

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    Saudi Arabia
    Age 18 - 24

    5 hearts
    December 2023

    The place is so great and comfortable, and miss Manchie was so kind and caring, and the people that lived there were so great and fun to talk to.

    Host reply
    Homestay Host Family Menchie in ,

    Thank you Nawaf for your kind words and for the 5 hearts. You’re one of the best boarders in my place. We’re already missing you here. Take care always wherever you are.

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    Saudi Arabia
    Age 18 - 24

    5 hearts
    October 2023

    It is a lovely experience, the host is pleasant and kind, and everyone is generally very respectful and friendly. The area is lively, near multiple shops, a bus stop, and train station, lovely neighbourhood. A home away from home, highly recommend it to everyone! :))

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    Japan
    Age 18 - 24

    1 heart
    July 2023

    Overall, I would not recommend staying at the Albert Lodge. However, it may be a good place for those who can afford it financially.

    Good Points
    The house is big and spacious, with a bathtub and a hairdryer, and the rooms are furnished. Revesby is a safe area. It’s a 10-15 minute walk to the nearest station and supermarkets (Cloes, Woolworths). I was able to meet multinational housemates and hang out with them.

    Bad Points
    The rent was high compared with other share houses in the same area. A light breakfast was included in the contract but was not provided. There were times when guests could not use the kitchen and dining table freely due to the host's convenience. The host didn't clean the shared space (bathroom, toilet, stairs, floor) so I had to clean it. I was offended when the host made a statement comparing the English skills of non-native English-speaking guests. I was also shocked when the host told me which guests she liked and which she didn’t like.

    Japanese below
    総合的にみて、私はAlbert Lodgeでの滞在をお勧めしません。しかし、経済的に余裕のある人には良い場所かもしれません。

    良かった点
    家が大きくて広く、バスタブとヘアドライヤーがあり、部屋は全て家具付きだった。Revesbyは治安の良い地域で、最寄り駅とスーパーまで徒歩10分〜15分ほど。多国籍のハウスメイトと出会うことができた。

    悪かった点
    同じ地域の他のシェアハウスと比べて家賃が高かった。契約上、軽い朝食が含まれているのに提供されなかった。ホストの都合でゲストがキッチンと食卓を自由に使えない時があった。ホストが共有スペース(お風呂場、トイレ、階段、床)を掃除しなかったため、私が掃除をしないといけなかった。ホストが英語を母語としないゲスト同士の英語力を比べる発言があり、気分を害された。またホストが彼女の好きなゲストと嫌いなゲストを私に伝えた時、ショックを受けた。退去する数日前にホストからハート五つのレビューを書いてとお願いされた。過去のゲストがみんな高評価をつけているのは、退去前にホストから半ば強制的に良いレビューを書くように言われたからだと考えられる。

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    Host reply
    Homestay Host Family Menchie in ,

    I’ve been hosting international students and travellers for the past 6 years. This is my first time to receive such reviews like this! I always make a point that all my guests are in good hands, they’re comfortable and they are safe and enjoy their stay. This girl is not polite,, she bangs all the doors, the fridge, the pantry, her door. She doesn’t know how to close the doors gently! With regards to the usage of my kitchen, I let her use the kitchen but not when I’m cooking she has to wait for her turn! And when she’s the one cooking I wait for her to finish cooking! We can not user the kitchen at the same time. All my guests are allowed to use the dining area anytime they want. About the cleaning.. she only vacuumed once during her one and a month stay. I wasn’t able to clean that week because I wasn’t feeling well. She volunteered to vacuum I didn’t ask her to do it.
    I never expected that from a Japanese person. I admit that I prefer Japanese students because they’re polite, nice and friendly and good people. It’s a contradiction of Mana! She admits that she’s not the typical Japanese. She just enters to my other house without my permission, without even knocking at the door or pressing the doorbell. Even if she knows the code She doesn’t live in that house! People staying there get surprised that she’s already inside the house.

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    France
    Age 45 - 54

    5 hearts
    May 2023

    Menchie is a genuine gem, very kind-hearted, accommodating, helpful, friendly and welcoming. You won’t be disappointed! The place is comfy, furnished with all appliances you need. The house is 10 mins from the train station, shops…It takes you 35 to 50mn to go the city by train. I highly recommend this homestay. More than that, I would call it a real boarding house.

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    Philippines
    Age 25 - 34

    5 hearts
    May 2023

    The host is really nice and accommodating. I really enjoyed my stay.

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    Réunion
    Age 18 - 24

    5 hearts
    March 2023

    It's very good place, it's very quiet, Menchie and her husband are so kind.

    Host reply
    Homestay Host Family Menchie in ,

    Thanks so much Wesley for giving us a nice review. You’re a nice person, too.

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    Brazil
    Age 45 - 54

    5 hearts
    March 2023

    My son, niece and husband stayed at Mrs. Menchie and Mr. Rene's house for 5 months, it's hard to say in a few words 5 months of living there, but what I can say is that they are wonderful people, attentive and always willing to help in every way Aspects The place is pleasant, there are buses, trains and good shops nearby, I recommend everyone to live this experience.

    Thanks for everything Mr. Menchie!

    yours sincerely

    Luiz Carlos

    Host reply
    Homestay Host Family Menchie in ,

    Ohh! Thank you so much, Luiz! Your son, Tiago is so adorable! Your niece and her husband are just so lovely couple. I don’t have any complaints. They’re now my Brazilian friends. Thanks for the 5 stars! God bless always!

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    Japan
    Age 25 - 34

    5 hearts
    January 2023

    She and he are so kind. And they have helped me a lot. I like Revesby too. It takes for 30〜50minute to city by train.
    It's very comfortable and enjoyable.

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    Canada
    Age 55 - 64

    5 hearts
    August 2019

    I had the pleasure to stay with Menchie & Renee. They made my stay with them extremely enjoyable and treated me like family right from the start.

    Menchie was extremely attentive and was always willing to help in any way. I was able to fit right in from the onset and her home is wonderful.

    I would highly recommend anyone wanting to stay in Sydney to connect with Menchie.

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When do I pay?

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