I spent a little more than a month in Sandy's lovely condo in the heart of downtown Vancouver. I loved the location of this small condo, which was only steps to a grocery store, several terrific restaurants, shopping, and local attractions. You really cannot beat the location.
During my stay, Vancouver experienced some very hot days, and like most homes in the Pacific Northwest, there is no air conditioning in this unit. I knew that the condo wasn't air-conditioned when I rented it. There is a small fan and a small cooling unit in the condo, and while these are helpful, just be cautious of the weather forecast if you plan to spend summer weeks in the unit. It can get quite stuffy, and the windows only crack open.
The kitchen is nicely equipped and I appreciated the small office in the unit, from which I worked a couple of days a week. Though the condo is a small one-bedroom unit, it is very well designed with a smart use of the space. Some of the photos in the listing are perhaps a bit outdated, as the furniture in the living room includes a gray futon and a white leather chair. The bed is nice and comfortable. The ensuite washer and dryer came in very handy. The shower is also very nice.
Sandy is a terrific and attentive host. She frequently checked on me during the heatwave and she made sure I understood how to navigate the building and its rules. I am grateful for her hospitality and care.
There is a designated parking space (suitable for a small vehicle). The space is located in the building's very secure parkade, and the space is conveniently on the same level as the garbage drop-off. I found this helpful, as I often dropped my rubbish in the bin as I went down to the car.
I would absolutely stay again at Sandy's lovely condo. I highly recommend it--especially during the spring, fall, and winter!