Accused cat burglar Di Miao spent his nights stealing hundreds of thousands of dollars in luxury goods from wealthy Asian targets across Melbourne, a court has heard.

Mr Miao, a Crown Casino high roller, allegedly donned a dark wig before he broke into homes in the city's premier suburbs.

Alleged cat burglar Di Miao, 53, makes his getaway from Melbourne Magistrates Court on Monday. Credit:Pat Scala

When detectives raided his house after an 18-month investigation, they allegedly discovered an Aladdin's Cave of more than 200 stolen items.

Among them were pearls, jade, Prada and Hermes bags, watches from Vacheron Constantin​, Saint Laurent and Dior purses, Chanel sunglasses and Louis Vuitton luggage.