Our family (2 adults and 2 little kids) stayed here. We choose this unit based on location + price + space!
We used to live in the neighbourhood so we love the location and the construction didn’t bother us at all. The building is well kept, safe and clean. The Unit has smart lock as well. Getting to the parking lot is a bit trickier but the guest guide explains it well.
We have a 2yr old and an 8months old so the kid friendly space definitely caught our attention.
Unfortunately both poufs on the photo was dirty and had hole and they were leaking the foam inserts so we tuck them away when we got in. The kid’s toy were mixed with puppy toys and most of them seemed very dirty.
The house in general was ok cleaning wise but since it is covid and it is a dog friendly unit it does needs better cleaning standards. Mainly dust and wall washing. There was puppy hair showing up from under the couch and some random dirt here and there.
While it is a kid friendly apartment there is a lots of blinds and cords around so be mindful around them. Also no portacot/crib so if you need one like us, you need to bring your own but it only fits in the den/office space/laundry room.
There is a laundry area which is handy if you stay long or need washing (it was damp and mouldy a bit).
We were informed an hour before our arrival about a leak in the building that affected the shared bathroom area, so we ad-hoc had to deal with that and spent a bit of time messaging back and forth. The hosts were easy to communicate to. And when we pointed out a few issues they came and got it sorted.
The unit is very spacious compared to the average vancouver 2bed+2bath units. We found that a plus. The beds were quite comfy. The sheets weren’t the hotel quality bedding so that was a bummer. There is a gym in the building. (currently for only the owners- no visitors or tenants- but it is a bonus)
All and all we had some pluses and bonuses (see below) - We had a great time, the price and location was excellent for this unit, with a bit improved cleaning we would stay here again.
Here are the pros & cons:
Pro:
Excellent Location
safe Parking spot
spacious unit
kid’s corner
price
communication w/host
hospitality
safe building
safe+smart lock
kids accessories
Cons:
*Cleaning needs improvement
(pet hair, hair, dust, stains on walls...)
*Blinds are a headache (you have to yank them for several minutes to get them to work but we couldn’t move a few at all)
*Kids toys were dirty (I think several of them were pet toys as well and none of them were washed or sanitized )
*Blinds have long cords unsafe for little ones
*The only spot for a crib apart from living room is the den where the washer is (noisy, dampy and just not the best for a baby as no ventilation)
*no carbon monoxide detector
*old windows needs new sealing as they let through noise and cold
*cheap bed sheets (static- we were sparkling and zapping...lol)