The photos do not do this place justice.

This was my first official Airbnb experience (although I have used Airbnb under friends' accounts before) but has set the bar very high for my next ones. Their house is beautiful and spacious and the room is exactly what was expected, if not (pleasantly) more.

E and D are some of the most welcoming folks you will ever meet. Although E worked for most of my stay here, D was home to chat with for different times of the day. She is definitely a warm and delightful host. Being new to the city, D was able to assist my friend and I with our different questions and concerns. The times that we were able to catch both E and D at home, they did not hesitate to see how we were doing and would recommend different places that we should see.

Aside from the great hosts, the neighbourhood can be described as higher-end, so it is very safe and quiet at all hours of the day. It is within walking distance to many places that you can eat (fast food or not). My friend and I were also able to take a quick bus ride to the subway station, which will help if you're like us and don't have your own car. You don't have to worry if you do have a car, though, as they do have space in their driveway. (My friend and I took note that another guest from another room used the space freely.)

Aside from your own closet and ensuite washroom that is both spacious and clean, you'll have as much privacy as you like. Just be sure not to make too much noise if you're nighthawks like my friend and I. From what I knew, E worked quite early in the morning, and my friend and I made that mistake a few times during our stay. (Sorry again!)

Some things to note, though:

- Aside from E and D, they have friends who may visit/use their musical equipment, so the house is never truly empty.
- D teaches musical lessons from time to time, so there'll be a little noise throughout them.
- The shower curtain in the washroom has a print that will melt off depending on how hot the shower is.
- The room has its own heater that is very powerful despite its size, so do not leave it on if you're heading out.
- Your entrance is a little unique and can be tricky to use given certain circumstances (if locked from one side, no one is home, etcetera.)

You'll understand more when you book this room, but otherwise an amazing place to stay. If I ever visit the city again, it's worth a try booking this room again.