The Foundry on McLaren | Urban CBD Retreat

Summary:

Tucked discreetly behind a row of heritage cottages, The Foundry on McLaren is a striking contrast — a polished, light-filled city hideaway with concrete floors, soaring ceilings, and modern industrial detail.

Soft light spills through full-height windows, warming the rich timber accents and dark brass fittings that give this home its edge. It’s stylish yet grounded, with an earthy calm that makes it feel instantly liveable.

Perfect for singles, couples or professionals looking for a place that feels more like a secluded private residence than a hotel, this one-bedroom retreat (with a second compact study/guest room) blends bold design with relaxed city living.



The Space:

This thoughtfully designed home combines raw texture with warm tones — polished concrete underfoot, leather, linen, and old-brass tapware that adds a touch of vintage craftsmanship.



Mornings here are for slow starts: soft light filtering through the tall glass windows, coffee in hand, planning your day in the quiet courtyard. Wander just a few minutes down the street to some of Adelaide’s best cafés for a perfectly brewed flat white, or stroll to Gouger Street for dinner among the city’s buzzing laneways — Japanese, Italian, or modern Australian, all within walking distance.



Back home, the open living area is made for unwinding. Sink into the deep leather sofa by the fire, pour a glass of red, and let the city hum fade away. In summer, slide open the glass doors and let the evening breeze in, or light the fire pit outside for a nightcap under the stars.



Up to three guests can make themselves at home here, with a main bedroom featuring a plush queen bed and ensuite, plus a compact second room with a small double sofa bed. Both bathrooms are sleek and modern — the main with a shower-over-bath, perfect for a soak after exploring the city.



You’ll find:



- 1 x King bedroom with ensuite, ceiling fan, reverse cycle airconditioning and built-in storage

- 2nd bedroom/study with a small double sofa bed (only suitable for one adult or child)

- Ensuite bathroom with walk-in shower

- Main bathroom with bathtub and shower overhead, and bonus washing machine.

- Open-plan living area with combustion fireplace, Smart TV, and large glass doors opening to the huge courtyard

- Full modern kitchen with dishwasher, oven, stovetop, microwave and generous bench space

- Private courtyard with fire pit and outdoor seating

- Split system Reverse-cycle air-conditioning in main bedroom and living area

- Wi-Fi included



Every element has been chosen for texture and tone — the kind of place where you can sip espresso at the breakfast bar in the morning, and settle beside the fire with a glass of red at night.



Guest Access:

Guests have private access to the entire property, courtyard and carport parking space. Entry is through a gated laneway with manual gate access to the undercover carport. Self check-in for convenience.



The Neighborhood:

Situated in Adelaide’s western city pocket, The Foundry on McLaren offers a rare mix of quiet seclusion and unbeatable proximity. Within minutes you can walk to Gouger Street’s restaurants, the Central Market, or the parklands. Local cafés, bars, and laneway eateries line the nearby streets — perfect for your morning coffee run or a relaxed dinner out.



Getting Around:

Walk to Central Market & Gouger Street dining (approximately 20 mins walk or 7 mins by car)

Easy access to public transport along Whitmore Square & West Terrace

Approx. 15-20 min drive to Adelaide Airport

1 x off-street gated parking space provided



Other Things to Note:

- Combustion Fireplace and outdoor fire pit available for guest use (starter wood supplied).

- If you’d like use of the sofa bed and bedding, please let us know at least asap prior to your arrival so we can have it ready for you. The Sofabed will either be fully made up (time permitting), or alternatively, we’ll provide access to the bedding for guests to make up yourself upon arrival. **Please note: If you have already booked for 3 guests, the sofabed fee is automatically included in your booking total. An additional fee will otherwise apply when sofabed is requested for 2 guests only.

- Children not recommended due to polished concrete floors and fire features.

- No parties, pets, or smoking permitted.

- Bin Collection: We have a bin contractor who needs to have access to the bins via the courtyard gate. They will put the bins out on a Monday or Tuesday ready for collection. Please make sure to leave enough space for the contractor to get through the gate If you prefer them not to access during your stay, you can choose to leave the bins outside the gate on Sunday evening.



For extended stays over 21+ nights, mid-stay servicing is required for the upkeep of the property. We will notify you if and when this is due to occur.



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For a secure stay, guests are required to complete our simple verification process. Guests need to provide a government-issued ID, matching selfie image, confirm their contact info, and, in some cases, provide a matching credit card. This info is solely for screening purposes and is not stored permanently.



Guests will also be required to sign a rental agreement agreeing to our terms..



We appreciate your cooperation in ensuring a safe and enjoyable stay at this property. Check-in instructions will be provided once guests have successfully completed our verification process.



Interaction with Guests:

The property is conveniently and thoughtfully set up for a easy self check-in.

This property is hosted by Hello Host management services. A Hello team member is available 24 hours a day via online message or email should guests have any queries or issues during their stay.