My stay at the Colquitz Cottage was great. My situation was a bit unique in that I was moving to Victoria, having no knowledge of the City, and was trying to get my bearings. I stayed at Jennifer’s place for a month. It had everything I needed and the location was fantastic even though I work downtown.
I ride my bike as my main form of transportation so being in this location was great (easy to get to the Galloping Goose trail and a lovely ride along the Gorge). It is also an easy walk to the bus which will take you directly downtown. The suite is also easily walking distance to the Tillicum mall, a recreation centre, library, movie theatre and two grocery stores so you really can access anything you need without a car. There is also a park with some trails nearby. Jennifer was very welcoming and her little boy is very sweet.
The suite was very clean when I arrived and there were ample towels and bed linens. The kitchen facility was all I needed (small bar fridge, microwave and hot plate) and I made do cooking meals for the month. I also had storage space in the hallway for some of my things (including my bicycle which was great!).
The neighbourhood is very safe with narrow streets (great for limiting traffic speeds) and a park nearby. It’s also very close to the very scenic Gorge.
The property is gorgeous and I would recommend it to anyone.