Sylvie and Jacques were like a big brother and sister for us. Jacques even carried our luggage up some stairs as we had come off a cruise ship and had monster suitcases, carry bags, backpacks, souvenirs and the whole shtick.. The Ground Floor of the building is a boutique Fill your Own Wine Bottle shop ("Stompers") which made it easier for us to arrive early ( after being kicked off the ship as soon as it docked). It really is only 500 metres to Granville Island which we used as a giant Deli come food court with scores of interesting shops in old but re-invented industrial sheds.. Also, a Hop On-Hop Off Bus terminus is between Stompers and the Island. Maybe 300 metres and often there were two buses waiting for several minutes on City Loop and Park Loop. Ideal. The apartment is sparkling clean, tastefully renovated with quirky TV via Netflix. Read the compendium !.
Wife and I are mid 70's, experienced travellers and recommend this place 5 stars.