I stayed at Cristina's place the entire December (+3 last days of November). Due to my hectic schedule, I was almost never home between 10:00 a.m- Midnight. However, my major expectations (cleanness and quietness), which I had already requested for prior to the arrangement, were satisfied to a good degree and overall I found it a pleasant accommodation, for which I am thankful.
Although Cristina was away most of December, she was willing to offer any help I asked for and kindly extended my accommodation for 3 more days, upon my request.
The check-in and check-out were done smoothly and well-arranged and the information was provided on the neighborhood and the house at my arrival.
By public transportation, it usually took me around 45 mins in the morning to reach my office at University of Toronto and about 50 mins around midnight to go back.