Susan's house is very clean, comfortable, and beautifully decorated. It looks south over Gorge Road and The Gorge Waterway, along which lies a very pretty park and path where people walk and run. Although the road is busy during rush hour, it was not as noisy as we had feared, and it bothered us much less than we had expected. At night it is quiet.
We had wondered if the location would be too suburban for us, but found that it is very easy to get around by walking or cycling to the grocery stores and library, and taking buses to the city centre and elsewhere. The bus service is frequent and reliable. We could get downtown in 15 minutes by bus. The closest grocery store is a 10-15 minute walk away (depending on your speed), and the walk along the Gorge is very pleasant. Susan and Steve provided bikes, helmets, locks, tools, and a pump, and we were happy to be able to make use of them to explore locally, including the E and N Rail Trail. We never did bike to the downtown Y, which other people have been able to do in 20 minutes. But maybe they were not in their seventies.
The bright kitchen is very well equipped, including sharp knives, which you do not always find in rented places.
The bedrooms are quiet and comfortable.
Susan and Steve gave us a warm welcome, and plenty of information. Steve was able to explain the TV and cable so that we, who never use such things, were able to watch the Olympic winter games with no problem. When we noticed that the lights were not as bright as I need for reading, they instantly went out and brought back suitable lamps. They did everything possible to make our stay enjoyable.
Thanks, Susan and Steve!