This is a wonderful place to call home for a few days while visiting Victoria! The space is very comfortable, the views are incredible, and Colin is a very gracious and accommodating host. I also thoroughly enjoyed spending time with his sweetheart of a dog, Chester :)
For those of you who may be wondering whether Colin's place is transit accessible (as I did), the nearest bus stop is a <10 minute walk away, although, be forewarned that the return trip is an uphill climb. The #3 and #7 buses both get you into the heart of downtown Victoria in <15 minutes, but they seem to be somewhat infrequent on weekends so be sure to check the schedule before heading out to avoid a potential 30-minute wait. A cab from downtown will cost you about $15.
it's also worth mentioning that there's also a cute coffee shop at the bottom of the hill, and there is a Thrifty Foods/liquor store/etc. about a 20-minute walk away. it's a very peaceful and scenic area with many nearby parks, beaches and viewpoints to enjoy. I was even able to observe a beautiful family of deer and quite a few hummingbirds coming and going from the patio!
I wouldn't hesitate to recommend Colin's place to anybody looking for a place to stay in Victoria. It's an excellent value relative to some of the hotels in the area, and the view alone is worth the detour out of the downtown core. Thank you Colin and Chester, I'm sure I'll be back!