We booked at Joy's place as it was a 20 minute walk to downtown (or a $10 cab ride) where we were attending a class. Her home is in a beautiful and comfortable neighborhood and a great retreat from the hubbub of the city.
Her place is clean and modern and quiet. Very secure with a locked gate. It was a perfect home away from home in the big city.
Joy was (shall I say it?) a total joy. Very helpful. Very warm and friendly. An absolute delight.
The only reason I docked her home a Star was on value. Vancouver is expensive. No getting around it. The pricing on her place is not out of line at all. Decent value in an expensive place. Let me make this clear. I will certainly stay at Joy's again (very happily) if we come again to Vancouver.
It is a great choice if you want to be near downtown and away from the craziness of the city. Thank you Joy for everything.