The location is great, and most everything you'd want to see in Vancouver's downtown core is within walking distance. There a multiple bike shops nearby who rent bikes, both conventional and electric. An excellent coffee shop- Musette- is a block away. Services and numerous restaurants are nearby. Simone's apartment is small, but it's a very good value for the price. The office tower under construction next door takes some getting used to, but that's Vancouver for you. I never met Simone, but our communication was very good and I appreciated her flexibility.