Fantastic location, right beside Bathurst station. Rachel provided great instructions, prepared the couch bed prior to arrival, and provided with us snacks and water to drink (in the fridge) when we arrived.
The air conditioning wasn't able to be controlled in the basement, but that's just how the house was made. There was a portable dehumidifier/air conditioning in the room though, so no worries to those who might be sweaty in the summer months of July and August! I would like to add that it is relatively cool down there, and when we were in Toronto mid to end of June 2017, we rarely needed to turn on the portable air conditioning. If you are planning to stay at Rachel's for the winter months, the heating is entirely adjustable in the basement.
We were unfortunately unable to meet our kind host, but she wrote detailed notes on a notepad for us on the table with many directions (how much money the laundry was, where heating was), to make sure our stay was comfortable.
Grateful for your hospitality, Rachel! Thanks so much.