just back from our stay and miss Star's guest house already. Everything we needed was there and made the stay very easy. I had some questions about an event happening in the city during our stay and Star was responsive and helpful. The house is directly accessible from a small road right behind the main one so this is actually just like you are staying in your own small house or apartment. The climate, peak of summer in late July/early August, was very comfortable for the most part, and easy to adjust if it ever got a bit too hot, but that was rarely necessary. I did not drive during our stay but if one did rent a car, it appeared that parking would be a breeze in this quiet residential area that is extremely close to the city. After a short time, getting around by bus became very familiar. A slight warning that the bus can have an interesting cast of characters aboard at any given time, for those less familiar with big city life. I was very happy with the location too, close to E. Hastings street, an area which I may not have even known about, filled with interesting little cafes, bars, and shops. It is also very close to a burgeoning craft brewery scene, all a very quick drive or brisk hike away. I would happily return here for my stay if I have the opportunity to visit Vancouver again.