Kathy's small apartment is so thoughtfully decorated and furnished that it is hard to imagine you are in a basement. I only wish my bathroom at home was half as nice as the one we enjoyed during our stay. The spotless, modern kitchen had excellent appliances and everything one could possibly need. Kathy struck the perfect balance between being warm and responsive to any needs we had, but also very respectful of providing privacy. We would recommend this apartment to anyone visiting Vancouver looking for a quieter pace than downtown. Excellent restaurants were a short walk away, although Kathy's amazingly generous welcome basket of local treats may be all you need for a happy stay.