Meet Tanya
Creative, Open minded, Friendly
This is basically like an Air B & B. You will have the whole place to yourself, though I reserve the right to check in.
On a typical day...
I won’t be home a lot.
When I host guests...
I like to chat with them when they are home but have my own things going on.
Family Hobbies
Tennis, Swimming, Fitness, gym, Diet and nutrition, Camping
Hosting guests since
2018
About the Homestay
- Welcomes
- Males
- Females
- Couples
- Families
- Students
In this homestay, you don't just get a room... you will have the whole apartment all to yourself! I live in a 650-square-foot apartment in a beautiful and exciting area of Vancouver called "Mount Pleasant".
I am on the ground floor, south facing, looking into the most beautiful garden -- I call it the Garden of Eden. My place is quiet and super bright, and inside it's like a silent retreat. There is a huge, shared back lawn at the back of my building, with tall trees providing cooling shade.
When you go out the front doors of the building, however, you are one block from a hustling, bustling bee hive of fun activity. One block west and south is a huge, vibrant park which takes up several city blocks. One block east is Main Street with dozens of delicious, character restaurants and cafes to choose from. There is a Save-on-Foods grocery store, post office and dollar store in a mini-mall on the north-west corner of Main Street, also one block away. This is the hub of Vancouver, where you are 10 to 20 minutes from downtown, Kitsilano, Commercial Drive --all the happening areas -- and right in this happening area, "Mount Pleasant", a beautiful walking neighbourhood full of gorgeous, character homes.
I am a certified English and French teacher, currently teaching on-line, and a yoga teacher (currently not teaching). We are intelligent and warm, and enjoy travelling, camping, healthy eating, keeping in shape, and enjoying life with friends and family. There is street parking on the street (14th Avenue, or Quebec Street).
The place is tastefully decorated with live-wood furniture, and a modern white couch, which can convert into another queen-sized bed to sleep two additional people. There is a shared fridge in the kitchen and in the bedroom. There is a patio which greets the morning sun and a plethora of birds.
I require a minimum of two days. No smoking or pets. Guests must be quiet and respectful of my neighbours, no loud partying. It is a very quiet building. Balance of payment is due on arrival.
House Facilities
- Garden
- Patio
- TV
- Internet Access
- Smoke alarm
Bedrooms available for booking
About the Area
Our apartment is located in the centre of Vancouver, one block from Main Street. It is a walking and biking neighbourhood, with parks, basketball courts, picnic areas, playgrounds, restaurants, shops, grocery stores and cafes. We are in the hub of Vancouver, 10 to 15 minutes from all the best areas, and also IN a great area. It has both peace/nature, and busy, cosmopolitan life. The #3 bus goes up and down Main Street, and Cambie Street with the "Canada Line" which goes downtown or to Richmond, and also from the airport, is a ten-minute walk away.
Local Area Facilities
- Park
- Gym
- Swimming
- Beach
- Cinema
- Library
- Shopping Centre
- Restaurant
- Bus Stop
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
No smoking, drinking, drugs or pets. Quiet time from 11 pm to 7 am. Limited fridge space, but there is an additional fridge in the bedroom. Lock all doors when leaving. Keep areas clean, as you would your own home. No visitors without the host's consent. Quiet entry and exit. Welcome to use the TV and to relax on the patio. Please leave key on the kitchen counter when leaving, and arrive at pre-arranged check-in time.
Smoking Rules
Your host is a non-smoker.
Smoking is not allowed.
16 Reviews
February 2024
"Wonderful & kind-hearted person, the place is cosy, it feels like home. I loved my stay at her place"
July 2023
Tanya is such a warm and welcoming person and we loved staying in her home. Her apartment is very comfortable, with a beautiful garden and well located near Main Street. Would highly recommend!
June 2023
Très bel appartement avec un magnifique jardin ! Dans un quartier calme avec toutes les commodités (magasins, restaurants, transports).
Tanya est une hôtesse accueillante et très disponible. Elle a tout fait pour que notre séjour soit le meilleur.
Et on a eu un séjour parfait.
Philippe et ValérieMay 2023
Superbe séjour chez Tanya. L'appartement est idéalement situé et bien agencé. Nous nous y sommes sentis comme à la maison. Tanya est une super hôte qui nous a reçu comme des rois. Les enfants étaient ravis de pouvoir échanger avec Tanya qui leur a trouvé des jeux et un piano . Plein de merci pour ce bel échange qui restera gravé dans notre voyage familial.
October 2021
I had a great time at Tanyas place! From hanging out with her an her cat to having a Wonderful Christmas dinner with her and her Family. She was very welcoming and nice and did everything to make my stay as pleasent as possible. She always keeps the place nice and tidy. And It's a nice and quiet neighborhood. With a park and the fraser river just 2 minutes down the street. Probably one of the best places to stay at if you're new to vancouver!
September 2021
Its the best place you could ask for. All the family members are extremely helpful. We really had a wonderful time here. The musical session was the most special for me. It's nothing less than your own home. Don't have second thoughts, just book your stay. Thank you Tanya ma'am and family for your hospitality.
August 2021
She is the best host one can get. Amazing person! I was first time staying at somebody’s place and was so comfortable. She took me to a beach, made smoothies for me and a berry pancake.. I will definitely visit her when I go to Vancouver again…
July 2021
The host cancelled the booking 3 days before the arrival date.
July 2021
I booked the homestay at Tanya’s house for my parents, they are two retired seniors. Tanya is very friendly and cool, and welcomed them as old friends, and made them feel at home, and me as well.
The room is comfortable, very clean and bright, and the house is nicely located in a neighbourhood by the river, with nature walks, and restaurants a short distance away. Thanks Tanya & FamilyJuly 2021
The place was great, located in a very quiet neighbourhood very close to the river, clean and comfortable, the price was excellent, not to mention that Tania was some sort of future version of myself so we could get along, she's the kind of host for those of you who are kind-hearted free souls, she makes you feel like your on a vacation with relatives, I know I have a place on Vancouver now.
Host reply
Thank-you so much, Carla. I enjoyed your "joie de vivre" so much, you brought great energy to our home! I'm so glad you enjoyed Vancouver, and I hope you come back to live! Many blessings, thanks so much! <3
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?
Once a host confirms they're available, you can go ahead and pay the 15% booking fee (maximum of 250 $£€ for longer term bookings) and a 25% deposit using a choice of payments: Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Maestro, Laser, JCB & PayPal. The deposit is collected in advance on behalf of the host to protect against no show or late cancellations (within 7 days of arrival). You then pay your host the balance due on arrival. The 25% deposit payment is made to the host 2 business days after your scheduled arrival date. This deposit payment will only be refunded if you cancel the booking at least 7 full days prior to arrival.
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.