Brian was a welcoming, friendly and organized host. He gave me plenty of privacy, but was accessible and happy to give recommendations and help out as needed. The inside of the house itself is gorgeous and very comfortable.

The place is right near Bywater which is a fun and interesting neighbourhood. Having a bike made getting to the house much easier, and also allowed me to explore so much more of the city. If you stay for a longer amount of time, I highly recommend using the bikes. Otherwise, the public transportation didn't seem super reliable and you will likely need to cab a bunch (which would be fine if you're staying just a coupe days).

The area can feel a little unsafe at night time, especially if you are staying a short time and don't have a chance to get used to the neighbourhood. I biked home late at night for a full week and had no issues, but I was cautious. Bywater generally feels very safe at night though.