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Florence's Cottage is situated on a quiet side street (Ely Place) near vibrant Hutt Street. It was built back in 1882 for Police-Constable Bailey, and at the time was valued at £ 18. Florence's is presently owned and managed by a wonderful lady, Anne Schioldan. The cottage has two bedrooms, a bath/shower, a full kitchen and a washing machine. In addition, there's a nice living room area complete with gas-burning fire place. There is a tiny little garden backyard where, if the weather is decent, you can hang any washed clothes out to dry. Florence's kitchen is stocked with the basics, and Anne will add any reasonable specific requests. By basics, I mean breads, milk, butter, eggs, spices, cooking oils, cooking and eating utensils, cutlery, etc. We made our own breakfast each day, and then chose from the local places for lunch and/or dinner. There's a small grocery store about three blocks away, where you can purchase additional items for your kitchen. (Wine, meats, cheeses, etc.)
Florence's is just.....for want a a better word.....charming. It's a historical little place that really gives you a peek at how life in Adelaide must have been back in 1882 when Constable Bailey moved in. The day that we arrived in Adelaide, there was a nasty storm that had blown in from the Great Southern Ocean. It wasn't quite hurricane level, but the winds and rains literally howled that night. The little cottage was as cozy as you'd want...and the electric blanks and warm radiated heating system more than adequate for most of the cottage. (A note.... the bathroom can be a bit cool, although they do have one of those "heat lamp" things installed.) Let's just say that I got dressed pretty quickly upon completing my shower. : ) Another note.... the cottage is not handicap-accessible. The staircase to the upstairs bedroom is VERY narrow, very 19th century. One had best hang on to the rails tightly when going up or down. Carrying our heavy suitcase upstairs tested my manhood. ; ) Thankfully, even at age 48 (then), I passed. (see the photos below for a shot of the narrow and steep staircase) IF YOU CONTACT ANNE AND CHOOSE TO STAY IN FLORENCE'S COTTAGE, please tell her that Pete and his family from Florida said hello. Leave a Comment Theme: OtherPrice: US$40-80 » Currency ConverterComparison: about averageAddress: 14 Ely Place, AdelaidePhone: +61 8 8364 5437Directions: From Hutt Street, turn onto Gilles Street, TOWARDs center Adelaide. 2 blocks, and then you'll see a slight turn to the right, which is Ely Place. The street then curves back to parallel with Gilles. Florence's Cottage is the first "cottage" on the right.Website: www.adelaideoldterraces.com Other Contact: Ann's email: sera13@senet.com.au
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| | | | Medina Grand Adelaide Treasur: This is a nice hotel, but not inexpensive Compare Rates NEW! | Tip Rating: Satisfaction: | | | | |
This is a five star accomodation located in a building which was formerly the royal treasury. I normally don't stay in such posh places, but since it was a special occasion, we decided to do it. Its got a full kitchen, about the same as any other, but nicer artwork on the walls, higher quality furniture, a silent air conditioner, art nouveau shower and nicely carpeted hallways.
This is extremely comfortable. The staff are polite, helpful, and the rooms are very quiet. On the downside, they charge for everything, and I just count myself lucky they didn't count the sheets of toilet paper when I left. The name is derived from the fact this was once the treasury building. Leave a Comment Theme: HotelPrice: US$120-180 » Currency ConverterComparison: most expensiveAddress: 2 Flinders Street, Adelaide, SA 5000Phone: 61 8 8112 0000Directions: Just to the north of Victoria ParkMap: Medina Grand Adelaide Treasur
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| | | | The Arab Steed Hotel (and Restaurant): A clean, simple hotel in eastern Adelaide | Tip Rating:  | | | | |
We didn't actually stay at the Arab Steed, but did enjoy a meal there. The folks who ran the place were very accomodating and friendly. And, I asked to peek at one of their rooms... Nothing fancy, but they were clean and functional. And, you're in a good location... not right in the center of Adelaide, but only an easy walk away. And, there are several nice little local eateries and such in the immediate area. There's a laundromat right across Hutt Street from the Steed hotel, a good place to get your laundry back into order, especially if you've just come from the Outback.
A nice local place. GREAT FOOD in the dining room/pub. Especially nice schnitzels if you're into the German wonder. :) The "proprietor" of the Arab Steed is SHAYNE WHITE. Shayne's email addy is shayne@arabsteedhotel.com.au, and his mobile phone number is (08) 0419 032 513 Leave a Comment Theme: HotelPrice: US$40-80 » Currency ConverterComparison: less expensive than averageAddress: Hutt at Gilles Streets, Adelaide, South Australia 5000Phone: (08) 8223 1015Directions: Right at the intersection of Gilles and Hutt StreetsWebsite: www.arabsteedhotel.com.au Other Contact: FAX (08) 8223 3011
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