I've never met a host like Joy. I've never been hugged by a host either. Joy's welcome was warm and genuine like that of a close friend you hadn't seen in years. We heard stories of her grandmother, her house and neighbourhood, and insight into some of the things we wanted to do and see in the Vancouver area. The lane house was perfect for the two of us, one upstairs in the large comfy bed and the other on the couch-that's-a-bed. The lane house is a short walk to Railside, Gastown and the downtown, and we walked often. I'd happily return to Joy's.