Cory was as organized and as welcoming as one can get, and available by phone for additional questions/help. An older, female and solo traveler, I found his advice indispensable. I grew to love the area AND the food at the nearby Chinese supermarket. IF you get bored, sit on the very welcome small balcony and watch the park! All kinds there, but I never felt fearful walking about. This location really IS in the heart of things. Sun Yat Sen garden work many visits; there is a free section. Watch soccer nearby. Sit at very near Starbucks and people-watch. From Pender St. one block away, get a bus to anywhere. Because this apt is up high, one doesn't feel the darkness of overcast days; balcony is protected from rain and very private. a lovely place. Modern, clean and well-appointed.