Loved our stay here! The place was super nice, clean, and in a really safe area. The steam bath was awesome - such a cool bonus! Host was great with communication too. Would definitely stay again.
The room/bathroom was fantastic and spacious. The hosts Will & Tammy were very kind and generous, and had lots of excellent recommendations for things to do in the area.The one thing is it is definitely more of a hostel sort of environment than it seems from the listingâ due to allergies we look for places with kitchens so we can cook our own meals, and while this place had an accessible microwave and toaster oven for guests, it wasnât the type of kitchen access we had expected from the listing.
Stayed in the Espresso suite, which is only room with private bath. Otherwise Hostel environment, but very clean, quiet, friendly and accommodating. Felt comfortable, safe and welcome, even with my teenage son. Very nice people! Pool is cold but was perfect for a dip after a day at Playland. Room was hot by afternoon when we got back but opened windows and curtains and was great at night! Stayed 4 nights and would definitely return!
Tammy was wonderful and incredibly communicative. Unfortunately, from previous reviews, I think we got a different expectation of this place. In reality: it's a clean hostel with access to a working microwave and pool. We stayed in the espresso room which had a beautiful bathroom all to ourselves -- and everyone else shared a bathroom That's fine, but just different from my expectations of a BnB. You do have to take a bus to the sky train and sometimes the bus takes up to 15 minutes to arrive. The decor and furniture could use some updating as the bed was quite uncomfortable and it was quite warm in our room the house got a little noisy at night being right over the garage and with people coming and going and all. Overall, it was an okay stay and affordable for Vancouver when booking so late (just maybe not for Richmond). Fine in a pinch!
Easy self check-in process. Communicative hosts who offered many suggestions for local activities. Safe area. Quiet and clean.
We paid slightly more to stay in the "Espresso" room and we absolutely did not regret it.
Very comfortable king size bed. Ensuite had a walk-in rain shower with steam.
High-functioning Vancouver public transit gives the location really great value for cost, with or without a vehicle. (Get the Vancouver transit app.)
Particularly great location if you plan on visiting the Richmond area, and if coming directly from the airport. World-class food abundant. (True for Vancouver in general, but in Richmond in particular. A mind-blowing amount of dining options...)
There is a pool (we didn't use it).
Only detraction I can think of it that kitchen facilities are limited (due to licensing?) Kettle, microwave, and french presses for coffee... a few other amenities. Don't expect to be able to prepare proper meals, just simple breakfasts.
Would go out of our way to book this location again.
The house and room was spotless and very welcoming. location was great and easy to find. Host was great at communicating with us and answering any questions. They also gave many suggestions on things to do in the area and places to eat. The only reason I gave a 4 on the overall stay, was because we found the bed very hard and uncomfortable. But otherwise, fantastic place to stay! Would definitely recommend!
Such a lovely stay! My room was massive and the steam shower was a nice touch (sorry to those that don't get this room!) Super clean and easy to get to Vancouver central and beyond. Thanks for a pleasant stay!
Excellent location. Handy to transport and shops. Friendly efficient and helpful hosts.(thanks Wil & Tammy)If we ever return to Vancouver, we will definitely stay again. Les & Lori. Allegori
Aside from the very hot room and house temperatures due to the extremely high heat, everything else was wonderful. They provided me information about the city and where to find good restaurants as well as how to get around on the public transportation system
Highly recommend a stay this Tammy and Will.
Pros:
Price is right
Host communication was adequate
Easy commute from airport
Nice house in a nice quiet neighborhood
About one mile from main SkyTrain line and a nice shopping mall
Large room and ensuite bathroom w/adequate furnishings
Very clean
Cons:
Ventilation in guest hallway is inadequate (specially in COVID times)
No ventilation in bathroom (window is sealed)
Hot water for shower is lacking in the mornings
Noisy pump of some kind goes off all hours
Sheets and bedding are substandard
Lovely home in a convenient location to the airport and other transportation. Rooms beautifully decorated and very comfortable.
Will and Tammy are welcoming and provided quick responses to our pre visit questions. We will definitely rebook if our travels take us back to Vancouver which us a beautiful city withots to do!