I have stayed at several dozen Airbnbs on Vancouver Island and this is the first negative review I'm giving.
The host was not very communicative and I found her to be rather unfriendly.... she even hit me with the faux pau'd lone "thumbs up" when I messaged her to let her know we had arrived.
The bedroom was so dusty I had to take an allergy pill. The bed was lumpy and uncomfortable, the "library" she references is a couple encyclopedia sets and (mostly) some outdated gardening and travel books.
The piano is so out of tune it cannot be played, and the "gym" is some mismatched weights and resistance bands cast atop an old Bowflex.
The living room is comfy and the shower is renovated. There was also a first aid kit which is a thoughtful touch many bnbs lack.
Voices, heavy footsteps, and waterpipe sounds carry heavily from the upper floor; and the entire place smells very musty... something I found ironic in a place where the host is using Airbnb so freely to promote their aromatherapy business.
This place would probably be good for backpackers passing through, just looking for somewhere to rest their head briefly and take a shower. I would not recommend to those looking to get a taste of the spirit of beautiful Victoria.
Thanks.