As an airbnb host and obsessive perfectionist, it's no easy task to impress me when it comes to travel accommodations. Even so, staying at Debbie's was possibly the best Airbnb experience I've ever had - solid 5/5 stars plus. Every aspect of the stay was wonderful, which I'll break down for y'all below:
1. The Space: This isn't your grandmother's mother-in-law apartment. This is a recently renovated space with furniture and decor that is either brand-new, or is so well cared for that I couldn't tell the difference. It's incredibly chic and modern, and at the same time, soooo comfy. Best combo ever! I'm still daydreaming about that blue velvet couch, tbh. During our stay, temperatures dropped into the 20's and we even saw snow, but the space remained warm and cozy. We didn't even have to turn the heaters on! Oh yeah - and it was spotlessly clean too.
2. The Location: Perfect. Half a block off Alberta, we were able to find free street parking easily and experienced zero street noise while inside the apartment. At the same time, we had a TON of amazing shopping and dining options within walking distance. Three of the restaurants we tried were within two blocks (Bamboo, Tin Shed and Fuel - we recommend all of them!) with many more just a few steps beyond that.
3. The Hospitality: This is where our stay really stood out. Debbie was extremely prompt, helpful, clear, and warm in her communication with us. She was available when needed but also gave us our privacy. The only time we saw her was a quick greeting when we arrived. I almost forgot that she (or anyone, for that matter) lives directly above the apartment! What really impressed us though was Debbie's willingness to accommodate our non-standard requests (we had several of them) which she totally didn't have to do, including a very generous late check-out time. You're the best, Debbie!
4. Details: I mentioned I'm a host. Adding details to maximize the comfort of my guests is a priority for me, and it's clearly a priority for Debbie, too. Some of our favorite details include: two cans of local beer in the fridge. Large binder thoughtfully prepared with detailed information about the space, neighborhood, house rules, check-out instructions, and best of all, local recommendations. Keyless entry with four digit code personalized to our stay, which handily self-locks. Huge, flat-screen connected TV which allowed us to watch our favorite shows via my Amazon account. Thoughtful work space including adjustable sit/stand desk. Fast, reliable wifi. Cute chalk board welcome sign. Several pillow and blanket options to suit our tastes and desired temperature. Two suitcase stands.
I could go on, bu this is already getting super long. :) Just go and stay at Debbie's already. You won't regret it!