Meet Rowena
Humble, Open minded, Listener
I don't know what other hosts does but I want to make sure I attend to their needs, listen to their concerns if there is any and I'm willing to help if needed.
On a typical day...
I’m mostly at home/work from home.
When I host guests...
I’m helpful and hands on. I can show them where to go and help them get there.
Family Hobbies
Football, Basketball, Bird watching, Fitness, gym, Computer games
Hosting guests since
2022
About the Homestay
- Welcomes
- Males
- Females
- Couples
- Families
- Students
We only accept ** FEMALES**
Our property is a two storey house with four (4 ) bedrooms and a family room on the second floor . One (1) contemporary guest bedroom on the second floor is available for rent. Ground floor has a living room, storage room, laundry room, kitchen and dining area. We have a spacious front and backyard while our driveway can park four (4) vehicles. We are located on the Bolivar Heights neighborhood close to Guildford Mall, Library , Central City Mall, Surrey City Centre, sky train stations, churches, Hawthorne Park, Holly Park and Green Timbers Urban Forest Park. Nearest bus stop is just a 3 min. walk from the house. Various big box stores like Walmart, Superstore, London Drugs. Canada Post office, Staples, and Shoppers Drug Mart along with a number of restaurants are just minutes away. Schools close to us are Guildford Secondary, Kwantlen Park Secondary, Johnston Heights, Fraser Heights and Queen Elizabeth Secondary.
We are a middle-aged couple . We will be sharing the same house with our guests during their stay. My husband and I loves to travel and learn other cultures. This is the main reason why we are hosting guests of other countries so we can have a more in-depth assimilation on their customs and traditions. I'm the housekeeper while my husband referees high school basketball. We have three (3) adult children who now lives in their own homes and two (2) grandkids. Hobbies include hiking, gardening, cooking and watching movies on Netflix. We dog sit my son's dog while he is at work. His name is Bobby and is 10 years old. My son drops him off every morning and picks him up in the evening.
House rules include no smoking and no visitors allowed. Guests are to cleanup after themselves and maintain cleanliness in the house. Kindly inform us by text or call if you are coming home late (after 10pm).
Bedrooms available for booking
About the Area
Our house is located north side of the city in a quiet residential neighborhood. We are 3 km. from the city centre and 40 min. drive from the airport. The bus stop is only 3 minutes walk from the house. Skytrain station is 2 km from the house and can be reached by bus in 3 minutes.
Local Area Facilities
- Park
- Gym
- Swimming
- Cinema
- Library
- Shopping Centre
- Health club
- Restaurant
- Bus Stop
- Train station
- Hospital
Meals
Hosts can offer a complimentary light breakfast at their discretion. All other meals, including a full breakfast, might incur an additional cost, if offered. Meals and any additional payment should be arranged directly with your host.
Included in the stay
- Complimentary Light Breakfast
- Use of Kitchen
House Rules
1. Guests cannot invite other people. Strictly no parties are allowed.
2. No Smoking
3. No pets allowed
4. Guests have to let us know if they are coming home late
5. Quiet hours begin at 10 pm
6. Checkout time is at 11 am
7. Turn out all lights
8. Please ensure all trash is removed before you check out
9 .Parking is available in the driveway
10.Please treat our home like you would your own
Smoking Rules
Your host is a non-smoker.
Smoking is not allowed.
2 Reviews
November 2024
This was a fantastic homestay with great amenities and a comfortable room. Close to transport and supermarket. Rowena, was extremely kind and friendly. I really enjoyed my time here and I will definitely be back!
Host reply
Thanks Britt for a wonderful review. It was a pleasure of having you. You were such a great guest to have. Hope I can host you again in the future. Good luck with your new job. All the best to you.
October 2024
I stayed with Rowena's for one week. She and her husband were very kind and friendly. The room was so big, clean, and comfortable that I wish I could stay there longer! I recommend her homestay if you plan to stay in Surrey.
Host reply
Thank you Ayaka for your wonderful review. We really appreciate it. If ever you find a job in Surrey your most welcome to stay here. I miss having you here.
How do I book?
Contact the host to check their availability and ask them any questions you have about staying with them. Once the host confirms they’re available for your dates, you can complete your booking.
When do I pay?
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When can I share my contact details?
Host and Guest email address, phone number and home address will be exchanged in a confirmation email sent to both immediately after a booking is completed. It's against our policy for Guests and Hosts to exchange direct contact details via our messaging system.