I spent just a few days in Vancouver for vacation and Helen's place was perfect. The location is ideal and a great walk to the heart of Mt. Pleasant. Helen's hospitality is really above and beyond what I would ever expect, from picking me up at the train station, to providing a light breakfast every morning, to offering helpful insight into how to see the best of the area. My trip was a little last minute so this was all really welcome to me and I'm also sure this would be an excellent and comfortable option for anyone who has a very set plan already. I did a ton of walking, but I used this as a home base for getting downtown and was also able to get pretty easily to the ferries for a visit to Granville. I rented a car for further adventures and Helen offered her carport spot so it was a nice and no-hassle way to have a car. And of course, Gypsy is the cutest pup and loves pets, so even better if you like dogs. Thanks, Helen!