The host Kathy is very communicative and lovely, and friendly, and helpful! Her pets are a delight, And her home is extremely ecclectic and cool, complete with zen garden (Kathy is great to chat with over morning coffee) and nice chairs on the front porch.
The room and shared bath were spotless and cozy, and I found the bed to be very comfortable. The neighborhood is very pretty, very residential, and nice and quiet.
The house is about a 10-15 minute walk to the water. (Right down Scarborough to the bottom of a steep hill. Turn right onto Queen St …all the restaurants are here! Walk to Silver Birch. Turn left onto it -the lake is there. If you want snacks —there is no food on the boardwalk—keep going on Queen. Theres a little supermarket. And past that, a yummy cafe with incredible quiche!!!)
I ate dinner nearby at Xola, a Mexican place with the best mole I’ve ever had.
Please note: this place is kinda far from the city center. I took taxis cause im lazy but the streetcar goes there.
I highly recommend this cozy place for a quiet beachy vacation. Perfect for a pair of friends, or family members looking for an inexpensive but absolutely charming way to spend some chill time by the water. The lake is amazing!
I had a marvelous time thanks to Kathy, and George the doggo, and Mr T the champange ginger cat!