Quick snapshot ('cause this review is probably about to get wordy): The comfortable and inviting Pine Yoga Studio Bedroom is tucked away in such a fabulous, community-oriented part of oceanside Victoria that you may just never want to leave. Plus, Miss Winnie is a wonderful hostess and all-around exceptional human being.

Winnie's warm nature, concern for my comfort and attention to detail made me feel welcome and at home right away. She is also something of a James Bay celebrity; everyone, and I mean *everyone* in town knows and loves her. Winnie shared several of her breakfasts and dinners with me on the beach (right across from her home, steps from the front door!) and invited me to various concerts and events that took place throughout the city during my stay (many of which she was a participant in!). However, because she knew I was there to spend some quiet time away from home finishing my master's thesis, she was also very respectful of my time and space and went above and beyond to ensure that I had a good working environment during the day. I also have to mention that toward the end of my stay I fell ill, and it was Winnie who located a clinic, drove me there first thing in the morning and waited with me while I waited to see a doctor. You're in great hands when you stay with her!

As for the sleeping space, the Pine Yoga Studio Bedroom is cozy, quiet and bright: the murphy bed is super comfortable, and the pine desk along the wall is large and great to spread work out on. There's also plenty of closet and drawer space for clothes, etc., a big plus for me as a notorious over-packer. The rest of the house is lovely too, and Winnie's very generous with her space -- a big bath/shower, living room with cozy sofas, kitchen with stove and fridge (in which there's thoughtfully a space for your groceries, too).

I had a great (and productive) time staying with Winnie, and am crossing my fingers that I'll be able to come back for another stay next summer. Highly recommend. Thanks again for everything, Winnie!