When we travel we attempt to live like locals as much as possible. If budget allows, we try to not sacrifice the creature comforts and luxuries we enjoy. Location is important, cleanliness matters, and attention to detail counts. These things make for a better vacation. For my money, this stay was a 10/10. Joao is a fantastic host; Accommodating and a pleasure to talk to. He was helpful and responsive from my initial inquiry and that continued throughout our stay. He went above and beyond to make our time in Toronto awesome. His place is an amazing spot to call home-away, across from a park on a quiet one-way street. A short walk or ride to so many places to shop, explore, eat, drink, and be merry. We felt hidden away just enough to relax but also so very close to everything we wanted at the same time. The space has furniture and decor worth admiring. Comfort and style abound and amenities that are top notch. The bathroom has heated tile, a jetted tub, dual shower heads, and a skylight. Kitchen is fully equipped and we enjoyed being able to continue our morning ritual of making Nespresso. I easily connected to the fantastic Bluetooth speaker so we could listen to music while lounging inside or out on the patio. Although we didn’t, you could utilize the grill outside, enjoy the fireplace on the lower level, or do laundry if you had to. We liked the place so much that we even stayed in one night, ordered delivery and did the old Netflix and chill. I have zero complaints and the only reason I’d even consider a different place to stay in the GTA is if Joao’s was unavailable.