I tried a staycation to beat the winter blues and wanted a place completely different from my home for one night. Maria's house is spacious and huge. Its three storeys, are completely renovated including the basement which is a self-contained unit including kitchen area and full bathroom. The pictures are accurate. The water is hot. It's quiet at night. There's pot lighting and carpets everywhere, making it feel cozy. Tons of cupboard space, so the rooms are clean and tidy. The kitchen is equipped with posh accessories and a modern fridge, everything you need. All in all, this is a gorgeous space and futuristic. I entered the house using an app--first time I ever used that. The master bedroom is luxurious with a deep-recessed bath tub. The space is mega-huge for a couple, ideal for two couples or a family, though maybe not little kids because there are stairs Pity it was winter, because the backyard looked inviting. Location: a few steps to hip College St. which is lined with Italian restaurants and hipster cafes and bars; and within walking distance to bohemian Kensington Market. You can walk or hop a streetcar to other downtown tourist spots like the AGO and CN Tower. Communication with Maria was very good--no complaints. It's rare to find a luxurious house in downtown Toronto these days, given all the condos.