We spent 10 wonderful weeks in July, August and early September 2022 in this extremely comfortable and well-appointed apartment. Anna and Matt are charming, friendly and helpful hosts. We had a couple of minor teething issues that they attended to promptly. We also tested positive for COVID-19 three days after arriving and Anna and Matt very kindly and promptly offered to get groceries for us.
We were most grateful for the generous stocking of items in the fridge that greeted us. The beer was a most welcome sight on arriving in the late afternoon of a very hot day after an 8-hour flight and the havoc of post-pandemic Pearson Airport!
During our stay Toronto experienced a serious heat wave. Although the apartment is not air-conditioned, being in a semi-basement meant that the ceiling fans had no difficulty keeping the temperature at a comfortable level.
Roncesvalles is a delightful area. Roncesvalles Avenue is a 3-minute walk away and has a good selection of shops, cafes, bars, etc and a very friendly ambience. It is also on a streetcar route (being served by buses while we were there because of construction work) that runs up to Dundas West subway station which is also adjacent to the Bloor GO / UP Express station that is served by the shuttle train to the airport.
Our trip was essentially an experiment in learning to live in Toronto in summer, fending for ourselves and doing things that interest a retired couple. It was a success. Toronto is a wonderful city. If you love art, the Art Gallery of Ontario (AGO) is a must and the extra $10 for a year-long season ticket is a bargain. If you like walking explore the many ravines in the city and the Humber River trail.
Thank you, Anna and Matt for helping make our stay a bit more special.