We had a flawless experience with Maria and loved her space. Her communication was excellent, and she really went above and beyond to make us feel welcome. From chatting with us and offering helpful suggestions and tips for traversing Toronto to bringing us bagels, fruit, and butter, Maria was a fantastic hostess. She respected our privacy, but was also available if we ever needed anything.
The apartment itself is gorgeous. It's all the space two people would need and is clean, artistically decorated, and fun. We loved being in such a unique space! It also included all of the comforts of home, such as a washer/dryer, dishwasher, fresh robes and towels, a TV, and a well-stocked kitchen.
The location is great – the surrounding neighborhood is vibrant and not overly "touristy," yet it is about 15 minutes from all of the attractions in downtown Toronto. It really is the best of both worlds. We split our time pretty evenly between the downtown Toronto area and the streets of Parkdale/Roncesvalles near the apartment. We used our car to get downtown, but even within walking distance (<1 mile) there are so many fun things to see, do, and eat on the streets surrounding the apartment. We purchased a public parking pass and had no issues finding street parking close to Maria's place.
If you're looking for an affordable, unique, and safe accommodation in Toronto, Maria's Airbnb is an excellent choice!