I can't say enough about this stunning and amazing penthouse! It meets all of the criteria that you're looking for in a vacation rental: Terrific host; wonderful and responsive property manager; fabulous location; exceptional accommodations. And oh, the views! From the moment I made the booking, Gina contacted me via email to introduce herself and welcome us to her home. She provided a detailed guest manual which provided all of the information we needed to ensure a seamless stay. From start to finish she communicated with me to make sure all of our needs were met. ( And they were!) She really goes out of her way to make you feel at home and is so helpful, friendly and warm. What an amazing person! The property manager met us at the designated time and place and actually went out of her way to make sure the condo was ready for our early check-in. She showed us around the condo, explained how everything worked, and was available at any time should we have any issues. ( There were none!). The location of the condo is terrific, located in the loveliest part of Vancouver. It's in a very safe and upscale area, amidst sparkling skyscrapers. Within a block on Robson and Alberni streets, you find a zillion cafes, restaurants, boutiques, bakeries, patisseries, a pharmacy, etc. There's an upscale grocery market called Urban Fare a block away ( similar to Whole Foods). Walk for 5 minutes and you're at Coal Harbor where you can walk along the marina all the way to Stanley Park. Walk the other way and you're at fabulous Canada Place. We walked everywhere! Public transportation is also right at your doorstep. We took the Hop on/off bus through LandSea Tours which is exceptional, and the stop was conveniently located 5 minutes from the penthouse. As for the penthouse itself...unbelievable! The views are astounding from wrap around windows in the living room and dining room, and from each of the bedrooms. Really takes your breath away from morning to night. The décor is lovely and tasteful, and everything seems brand new. Comfy leather couches in the living room and a gorgeous huge TV. ( There's also a great TV in the master bedroom.) Excellent Wifi. Fully equipped kitchen with every appliance and utensil you could want. We also really appreciated that it was well stocked with condiments, tea, coffee, granola, olive oil and balsamic vinegar, Tupperware, etc. This is something you don't often find in a vacation rental. Also, lovely crockery and glasses. Not cheap stuff that you often find in vacation rentals. The bathrooms were lovely and sparkling, with plenty of great towels. The bedrooms were wonderful, the linens were crisp and fresh, with very comfy beds. There is plenty of storage areas with wall to wall closets and also bureaus for all of your clothes and personal items. And the entire condo was sparkling clean and spotless. ( And I'm very picky!) The penthouse was also extremely quiet. We never heard any sounds from neighbors nor was there any traffic noise. I could go on and on. ( I guess I have!)
Stop your search. This is the place you've been looking for!
Thank you Gina, for sharing your home, and for providing such a magical and memorable experience.