Ok people, by far the best Airbnb we've stayed at and we've stayed in quite a few! This place is amazing! 3 things make an awesome Airbnb. #1-the actual property itself, #2-the location, and #3-the hosts! Usually we get 2 out of the 3 right but this my friends, is our first #3 out of #3!
#1- the actual property itself was awesome!!! It's an amazing converted loft. This place screams 'cool'. It is covered with Chad's incredible artwork (really wished I could have bought one ) which just adds to the coolness vibe. It was immaculate and bright thanks to the huge windows that let light just stream in. It retains all of its loft feeling with high ceilings, exposed brick, duct work etc, but with the added bonus of all new modern amenities. The shared rooftop patio is gorgeous! It has a BBQ and awesome views over the rooftops. The loft was well stocked with everything you could possibly need...including pantry items. Everything was perfect!
#2- the location. We couldn't have asked for a better location! Everything you could possibly want was outside or a short stroll from the front door. We walked everywhere! China Town, shopping, bistros, restaurants, museums, parliament building etc, all a short walk away. And if you didn't want to walk everywhere, the water taxi stop was just a couple blocks away. The location could not have been better!
#3- the host. We dealt with Chad the owner, and he was absolutely wonderful! From the minute we met him outside the loft at our decided time, he was very informative and helpful. From the tons of recommendations he gave us, to the very quick email/text responses- he was an A++ host! We were welcomed into the loft by the smell of The World's Best Home Baked cookies which he had baked for us!! ( that was definitely a first for us and our holiday rentals. Add amazing Baker to the list of many talents this man has-- definitely bummed I didn't get that recipe!) He was very friendly and helpful and took the time to talk and listen to our young daughters which truly made a difference. He made you feel very welcomed and like you were an old friend visiting. He gave us a well informed quick tour and then left us to enjoy our lovely weekend but not before leaving us with his cell number just in case. He was an awesome host!
We will definitely be going back this summer and have now found our Victoria "Home Away From Home". It could not get any better than this! Thank you so much again for everything, Chad. We had an amazing time! We posted pictures on our Facebook pages of our weekend and of your loft and we've already had people asking us to send them your Airbnb link. Until next time, good luck with everything!
Jodi, Taylor, and girls.