Meet Loretta
Open minded, Helpful, Friendly
Family Hobbies
Cycling, Running, Swimming, Fitness, gym, Playing cards
Hosting guests since
2021
Response Rate
100%
Response Time
Within one hour
About the Homestay
- Welcomes
- Males
- Females
- Couples
- Families
- Students
Hi, I'm Lola! I'm cheerful, easy going, and have a positive outlook on life. I have a son, who is 5 going on 30. He's an old soul. We host guests for stays of 90+ days. I enjoy helping visitors explore the city. I also enjoy helping newcomers settle into the city. I'm always willing to help. I've lived in Vancouver my entire life but have travelled to many countries. My favourite part about visiting other countries is trying local cuisines and learning about local cultures.
The private bedroom is located in a main floor level home in Vancouver. The house is only 15 minutes from the airport and 20 minutes to downtown Vancouver by car. Public transit is convenient because of the proximity to the bus stops. There is a bus stop right in front of the house that will take you to downtown Vancouver or VCC-Clark Station. There is a bus stop 100m from the house that will take you to Kwantlen Polytechnic University, Richmond-Brighouse Station, or Richmond Centre. There is a bus stop across the street that will take you to Metrotown Station. There are also buses nearby to take you to other areas of the city. If you would like to know the distance to a particular place you will be commuting to, I'd be happy to provide that information.
You will have shared use of the kitchen, dining room, living room, two bathrooms, laundry, and backyard.
CLEANING.
The host helps maintain the cleanliness of shared spaces on a daily basis. A cleaning service is also hired to deep clean the shared spaces once every two weeks.
The guest is expected to help in keeping shared spaces tidy by:
~ Wiping down the counters and stove after use.
~ Removing food scraps from any dishes you use and placing the dishes in the dishwasher.
~ Washing any pots or larger dishes that you use.
~ Disposing of garbage, food scraps and recycling in the allocated bin.
Cleaning supplies are provided.
KITCHEN.
The kitchen is fully equipped with everything you'll need. In terms of appliances, there is a stove, oven, fridge, freezer, microwave, kettle, toaster, air fryer, waffle maker, slow cooker... Pots and pans, dishes and silverware... oil, spices, soy sauce, condiments, etc. are all available for use.
LAUNDRY.
There is a washer and dryer on site. Laundry detergent, bleach and dryer sheets are available for use. There is no additional charge for the use of the laundry.
The shared spaces are shared with:
~ Myself, a mom, traveller and accountant;
~ Luca, my 5 year old son, who spends most of his awake hours at school / childcare (8am-6pm) and asleep by 8pm; and
~ Potentially another guest or two.
House Facilities
- Garden
- Laundry
- TV
- Internet Access
- Smoke alarm
- Air Conditioning
Bedrooms available for booking
About the Area
The private bedroom is located in a main floor level home in Vancouver. The house is only 15 minutes from the airport and 20 minutes to downtown Vancouver by car. Public transit is also convenient as there is a bus stop right in front of the house that will take you to downtown Vancouver. There are also buses nearby to take you to other areas of the city. If you would like to know the distance to a particular place you will be commuting to, I'd be happy to provide that information.
Local Area Facilities
- Park
- 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
1. NO PARTIES.
2. NOISE LEVELS.
Please be respectful of others and use earphones or a headset where appropriate, ie/ listening to loud music.
3. CLEANING.
The host helps maintain the cleanliness of shared spaces on a daily basis. A cleaning service is hired to deep clean the shared spaces once every two weeks.
The guest is expected to help in keeping shared spaces tidy by:
~ Wiping down the counters and stove after use.
~ Removing food scraps from any dishes you use and placing the dishes in the dishwasher.
~ Washing any pots or larger dishes that you use.
~ Disposing of garbage, food scraps and recycling in the allocated bin.
Cleaning supplies are provided.
4. LAUNDRY.
There is a washer and dryer on site. Laundry detergent and dryer sheets are available for use. There is no additional charge for the use of the laundry. You are able to use the laundry when it’s unoccupied. If a load of laundry has been accidentally forgotten in the laundry machine or dryer, please let me know and I will remove it. If you need help using the laundry, please ask. I'm always happy to help.
5. TEMPERATURE. Please do not adjust the thermostat for the entire house on your own. If you have concerns about the temperature please discuss with me and I will do my best to accommodate. The house has a forced-air heating, ventilation, and air conditioning (HVAC) system. Air is pushed throughout the home via fans and a duct system based on the thermostat temperature settings. Each room has an air duct that can be adjusted to be opened and closed; you may adjust this as you wish. A portable heater and fan are available to adjust the temperature of your private room. Extra blankets and pillows are also available upon request.
6. SMOKING. Smoking including cigarettes, cigars, cannabis, vaping, or e-cigarettes, are considered smoking and are prohibited in suite or on property. Please smoke off the property.
7. ILLEGAL SUBSTANCES. Possession and or use of illegal substances is strictly forbidden.
8. PETS. Possession of animals on premise is forbidden due to allergies.
9. GUESTS / OVERNIGHT OCCUPANTS. Daytime visitors are to be accompanied by the guest at all times. No overnight visitors are permitted. No additional occupants are permitted.
10. ACCESS.
A. The other bedrooms in the house are restricted access and not to be accessed by the guest or visitors of the guest.
B. The host may enter the guest’s room without prior written notice if i. there is an emergency; ii. the guest allows it; or iii. the guest has abandoned the premises.
C. The host must give the guest 24 hour written notice to enter the guest’s room to: i. conduct an inspection; ii. to make repairs; and iii. to take necessary steps to control pests.
Smoking Rules
Your host is a non-smoker.
Smoking is not allowed.
2 Reviews
January 2025
I had a wonderful time staying with Loretta. She is very kind and heartwarming. She’s always there if the guest needs something or has questions. The house is located near two bus stops, making transit easy and convenient. You can find almost everything you need in the household, thanks to Loretta’s hospitality. Overall I would recommend this homestay to guests having a short or long stay.
January 2025
Staying at Loretta's homestay in Vancouver was an exceptional experience, marked by warmth, coziness, and genuine friendliness. Loretta went above and beyond to ensure that my stay was not only comfortable but also enjoyable. Her prompt responses and clear instructions made the check-in process stress-free.
The well-kept and meticulously designed house, equipped with all conveniences, provided a relaxing atmosphere. The homestay's ideal location in a bustling yet safe neighborhood made it easy to explore the nearby markets, cafes, and tourist attractions. The comfortable bed and tranquil surroundings ensured a restful night's sleep.
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.