Anne is wonderful and the room (well, really an apartment) is so cozy.
I felt right at home. Anne had put out fresh fruit, teas, filtered water, incredible coffee, milk ,cookies etc for my use. There is a microwave and brand new coffee maker and little fridge. Oh and the best part...a washing machine!
It does not show in the photo, but the apartment is really in the basement, so you have it all to yourself. I was under the impression I would have to share the family house, but that is not the case. Also there is a small twin bed in the bedroom in addition to the large bed. The fluffy duvet was so fantastic!
Every morning just sitting outside under the beautiful canopy of trees was very relaxing. There are three cute cats and a very friendly dog to greet you.
One detail...when you arrive, it can be a bit hard to find because the home is set back from the street and has hedges and plants in front of it. I found it very helpful to bring along a small flashlight for finding my way home in the dark. It was also helpful to have the printed directions for the taxi driver.
They bus system is pretty easy to figure out and Anne was very helpful with that. Also, try Rodney's Oyster house in Yaletown! They have some special "low tide deals" in the afternoons, but you have to ask them about it.
Thanks Anne for the great visit to Vancouver! Sara (Dallas)