As a fellow Airbnb host with high expectations, I have to say I was absolutely thrilled by my experience staying in Sven's lovely Vancouver apartment. Location is Prime. Within a 10 minute walk, you're right in the thick of downtown / Roger's Stadium. It's just far enough removed that there is actually plentiful free street parking available right at the base of the unit, and it's very quiet (compared to staying in a place right in the middle of downtown, where parking is expensive and streets are noisy). Best of both worlds. Proximity to the Amtrak / Greyhound station would be a big a plus if that's how you're arriving to Vancouver (literally a stone's throw)
The building and interior design are modern, with tall wrap-around windows and loads of natural light & trees. The open kitchen/living room arrangement is the perfect place to work remotely, or just enjoy a morning coffee, have an afternoon nap, etc.
Bed was comfy, room tidy, enough closet and shelf space for a single traveler or a couple.
Sven himself is a wonderful host. Super positive, friendly, very easy to communicate with upfront and during the stay. Check-in was a breeze, with the ability to dial into the building. Sven was as present or absent as I wanted. Considering I was staying in someone's home, sharing a bathroom, the unit actually felt very private. Sven has work that keeps him out for much of the day, so basically had the unit to myself. But I was happy to have the opportunity to socialize if I wanted that. Sven was very accommodating / flexible in that way.
All in all, 5-stars, and will 100% come back. Thanks Sven!!