I still can't believe I lucked out with getting such a sweet place to stay for my 6 weeks in Van :) Amazing location for getting around anywhere without being located right in the busy downtown in a peaceful and safe neighbourhood. The basement apt has a ton of natural light and was a great amount of space for me and a friend to be WFH the entire time. The only thing I would caution others on is if they are freaked out by bugs- you will have to kill several little crawlers or remove some spiders each day. I think it was just because of the big house plants and lack of screens on the windows with a garden located right outside, some just happen to slip in. Nikia is the best host ever, amazing at getting back to you on messages, being super accommodating and checking in, and really caring about helping in any way she can. I loved staying at her place, and would definitely book again if I can ever in the city.