Micheal's appartment is perfect if you stay in Vancouver for a couple of nights. The interior of the bright, freshly remodeled basement seems like a fancy hotel suite and has features like floor heating, a fire place and a stunning bathroom. But still, you can cook, do laundry and easily find parking right in front of the house. By bus or skytrain you can be downtown in 20 minutes although Commercial Drive is also only a 10 minute walk.
Michael was a great host and very easy to communicate with. Would definitely stay again!