Sophie was a very sweet and kind host.
I stayed in Room 1 at her place.
The room was on the ground floor. It was spacious and clean, as was the corridor, kitchen and bathroom. It is all newly renovated.
Toronto was very hot during my stay so I was pleased to find the room had air conditioning. There is also a TV with netflix. Finally saw Stranger Things.
I forgot my adaptor but my USB cable attached to the back of the TV so that was great too.
The veranda has a table and some chairs and over looks Alexandra Park and it is a good location. I walked to most places.
I'd recommend coffee at Early Bird (5 min walk) and White Squirrel (10 min walk). Although, if you just want a filter, Sophie provides coffee and biscuits/cookies.
Kensington Market is also a short walk. I'd recommend Fika, a scandinavian kitchen.
416 Snack Bar is on the same road as the house and is very popular.
Lisa Maria (5 mins walk) is a cool bar serving local beers. Pop in when re.verse are playing. They were great.
Sweaty Betty's is another bar for a messier night. That's further west.
I didn't try Montauk Bar which is just north of the accommodation but I hear its a really good bar.
You can also walk to the main city area in 20 - 30 mins.
Travel to the airport is an hour on public transport. The UP ($5) and 505 street car ($3.25)