My family and I spent a week at Richards Place and it was perfect. First of all Richard was very communicative and helpful during the entire process of planning for the trip. Richard quickly responded to questions when arriving in Toronto and answering any questions we had while we were there. When your traveling to Toronto from Los Angeles you don't want any surprises. We never actually met Richard face to face but because he was very quick to respond and communicate we did not ever feel that we were in the dark at any point in the process of checking in and having questions answered during our stay.
The apartment has its own entry and sits above a restaurant and bar. But because the bedrooms are two floors above the restaurant you never hear anything at night and really not even during the day. The restaurant is nice and affordable and having the bar there after a long day of traveling and sightseeing was a nice escape.
Through the main entry you walk up a flight of stairs to the living room, fully stocked kitchen, dining area and main bathroom. The living room has a pull out couch bed and according to my son was very comfortable. From this first level you walk up another flight of stairs and you have a master bedroom and a small bedroom. The master bedroom has a small bathroom. The small bedroom is outfitted with a daybed as room is a bit too small for a full size bed. I am 5'8" and the daybed would of accommodated me just fine and would be perfect for a child or teen.
The apartment has wonderful lacquered wooden floors and lots of charm. You really feel like your at home away from home.
When it comes to location the place cant be beat. From Richards place its a 10 or 15 minute walk to the Roger Centre, CN tower and Ripley Aquarium and a local and very nice grocery store. The Hockey Hall of Fame is 1.2 miles away (2.0km) and a very easy walk. Lot and Lots of restaurants all around the area.
If I ever have the opportunity to stay in Toronto again I certainly will check to see if Richards place is available before any others.