Front-Row St Kilda: Art Deco Apt with Beach Views

Iconic Art Deco Mandalay building apartment on St Kilda’s Upper Esplanade with uninterrupted beach and bay views. Watch stunning sunsets from the balcony, step straight onto the sand, and walk to the popular Esplanade Hotel, Palais Theatre, Luna Park, Acland Street and the famous penguins on St Kilda Pier. Two bedrooms (Queen, Double Sofa Bed), washer/dryer, secure undercover parking for 2 cars, free fast Wi-Fi, air conditioned and all comforts provided — the ultimate St Kilda lifestyle stay.



Enjoy sweeping bay views, golden sunsets and the unmistakable buzz of St Kilda living. Positioned on the Upper Esplanade within the iconic Mandalay Art Deco building, this second-floor apartment delivers a front-row seat to Melbourne’s most famous and popular beach.



Directly overlooking St Kilda Beach, the apartment offers nightly sunset shows, cooling sea breezes and the luxury of simply crossing the road to sink your toes into the sand and water. This is, without question, one of the best and most special locations in St Kilda and Melbourne.



Within a short 600-metre stroll, you’ll find everything that makes the area legendary:

• Famous St Kilda Beach on Port Phillip Bay.

• The Little Penguins returning to St Kilda Pier nightly at dusk.

• Historic Esplanade Hotel (The Espy) with its famous live music venue.

• Palais Theatre for world-class live performances.

• Luna Park, family fun park with its iconic Mr Moon entrance.

• Acland Street’s cafés, restaurants and famous cake shops

• Melbourne’s most popular tram route, the No. 96, right at your doorstep.



On Sundays, simply walk across the road to the St Kilda Esplanade Market, a vibrant showcase of local art, crafts and original creations.



Two of Melbourne’s most celebrated festivals unfold right outside your door. The Midsumma Festival transforms the foreshore each summer from mid January to early February with a vibrant celebration of LGBTQIA+ arts and culture, culminating in the iconic Pride March along nearby Fitzroy Street. In mid-February, the St Kilda Festival takes over the beach with free live music, performances, family activities, outdoor cinema and beach sports — an unforgettable summer experience.



Back at the apartment, the balcony steals the show. Watch beachgoers below, yachts gliding across the bay and spectacular sunsets that never disappoint. Pull up a stool, pour a spritz or crack a local brew and soak in Melbourne’s Riviera-style outlook.



Inside, the building’s Art Deco charm is immediately apparent, from the terrazzo foyer floors to the stunning leadlight windows on the stairs. The two-bedroom apartment continues the theme with original Art Deco lighting and striking Indigenous artwork collected by the owner — a North Queensland flying doctor and film writer/director who has documented the work of Aboriginal women artists from the outback.



The dining area seats four and is framed by this beautiful artwork. The adjacent kitchen is fully equipped for home cooking, with essential pantry supplies, a coffee machine with pods and a selection of popular teas.



The living room enjoys a breathtaking bay outlook and is designed for comfort, featuring a large sofa, leather armchair with ottoman, butterfly chair, large smart TV and a Bose Bluetooth speaker for music lovers.



The main bedroom offers a queen bed, a decorative Art Deco fireplace and generous built-in robes.



The second bedroom includes a double sofa bed with full bedding and a desk by the window that is ideal for work-from-home stays.



A classic Art Deco bathroom completes the space, featuring original mirrored details, plus a washer/dryer, clothes rack, iron and ironing board.



Additional apartment features include:

• Free high-speed Wi-Fi

• Reverse-cycle air conditioning in the living area

• Individual heaters in both bedrooms

• Two secure undercover car spaces with remote control access

• Time-restricted paid street parking available in front of the apartment

Everything has been thoughtfully provided for a comfortable and memorable stay in a truly special apartment, right in the heart of ever-changing St Kilda.



Come, stay, and immerse yourself in everything sensational that St Kilda has to offer.