The Space:
Feel at home in your very own detached cottage in an idyllic park setting. Inside you will find an OPEN PLAN with comfortable Queen size bed, and Double pullout sofa-bed. This is a studio or bachelor style layout. We will accommodate a group of 4 if it's 2 adults & 2 kids, or up-to 3 adults.
The kitchen provides a full size stove, oven, microwave, fridge/freezer, toaster, blender, kettle, coffee maker, French press, and much more. All the dishes, utensils, and cookware you will need are here. Dish soap and cloths are provided.
Unwind in front of a 33' flatscreen TV with Telus Optic TV package, hundreds of channels to choose from.
Catch up on emails with wireless high speed internet. Stereo allows you to enjoy music from whatever phone or mp3 player you have, with radio option.
This 500 sq ft. "Laneway House" has been built to exceed current building code, and surpasses most eco-standards. Featuring recycled hardwood flooring, reclaimed claw foot tub, and low VOC paints. Warm colour corrected LED lighting, Energy Star appliances, and a high efficiency on-demand hot water system. Argon-filled double glazed windows keep temperatures regulated.
A starter supply of consumables including dish soap, hand soap, paper towels, and toilet paper are provided. You will need to bring your own toiletries and replenish consumables as needed.
Please no smoking, no animals, no parties.
MONTHLY PRICING AVAILABLE: October through March.
Book early for best availability.
Guest Access:
Come and go as you please. The cottage is separate from the surrounding dwellings. Keyless entry makes after hours check-in/out a breeze and the best part is no extra fees. Park easily on the street for free.
PLEASE NOTE:
You will be provided your own personal entry code before check-in.
For entry: Enter code (see green light), pull door toward you, turn knob to the left.
For exit: Press 'EMTEK', pull door toward you, turn knob to the right.
Interaction with Guests:
We respect that each guest is unique and has different needs. We'll make every effort to welcome you when possible, and make local recommendations. The beauty of Rose Cottage is that it is a separate dwelling with digital key pad, allowing for a maximum of privacy.
The Neighbourhood:
Step out your front door, cross the lane, and enjoy everything John Hendry park has to offer. This includes a large lake with beautiful walking/cycling trails, sandy beach with gorgeous mountain views, rec center, two kids playgrounds, farmer's market and concession in summer, and plenty more to discover.
A short walk in the park takes you to the state-of-the-art Trout Lake Recreation Center, featuring Olympic skating rink, fitness center, tennis and basketball courts, outstanding children's playground, a cafe, and more! Detailed information is available by using your favorite search engine: type 'city of vancouver trout lake'
The Vancouver Farmers Market operates Saturdays from 9am-2pm literally steps from your door, April through October. Exact dates and vendor information is available by using your favorite search engine: type 'eatlocal'
PLEASE NOTE:
A parking pass is required to park in the neighbourhood during market hours May - Oct. This pass is free, and can be found on the fridge in the cottage.
Getting around:
Take a pleasant stroll to vibrant Commercial Drive, once known as 'Little Italy'. Voted one of the top 10 hippest hoods in North America, it is one of the most culturally diverse and eclectic spots to visit in Vancouver. Find a plethora of authentic Italian coffee bars, fine dining restaurants, European delis, unique boutiques, and organic food stores. This is a hub for Vancouver's live music and theater scenes, art exhibitions, poetry readings, cafe culture, environmental activism, and alternative lifestyle. Find more info by using your favorite search engine: type 'commercial drive business society'
A short walk takes you to the intersection of Commercial Drive & East Broadway offering two Sky Train stations and many major bus routes. The Sky Train provides fast and inexpensive transport to and from downtown, the airport, North Vancouver and much more. The #99 B-Line bus also stops here and is a quick and direct line to UBC. A handy route planner can be found at the translink website.
For the FASTEST and most serene walking/cycling ROUTE TO COMMERCIAL DRIVE: May we suggest that you travel North on Lakewood Drive. You will cross a small bridge, turn left at the end of it onto the Central Valley Greenway/BC Parkway/North Grandview Hwy. This will take you to the corner of E. Broadway & Victoria Drive, from here you will be able to see the Sky Train stations. Cross the street in both directions (both North and West) and continue on the BC Parkway/North Grandview Hwy in the direction of Northwest. This is a lovely shortcut, it will take you directly to Commercial Drive through a pretty and quiet residential setting. See a map of this route in the photos.
Other Things to Note:
****PLEASE NOTE - there is no washer/dryer on site. We wholeheartedly recommend www.getfreshlaundry.ca
Please be respectful with our home, we are different from a hotel.
We share our most beloved space with you in the spirit of rest & calm, we hope you will love it!
Please don't use the white towels to clean off your makeup or shoe mud. Use our things conscientiously.
For fun stuff to see and do, checkout our Guidebook and destinationvancouver.ca
HOUSE RULES:
Please keep all windows & doors locked when not in suite. Don’t leave valuables in plain sight; we are not responsible for loss or stolen items.
***IMPORTANT****:
1. Leave the kitchen as you found it. All dishes/cooking utensils must be washed, dried, and put away. Please wipe all surfaces and inside microwave.
2. Do not strip beds. Please hang all towels to dry. Do not hang anything from shower curtain rod.
3. Please sweep floors, broom and dustpan in closet.
4. All waste and debris must be taken upon checkout.
Bins are against the fence in the parking spot next to the cottage.
Large bin with green lid = food scraps
Large bin with black lid = garbage
Blue recycle bins = plastic and metal
Small Grey bin = glass
Yellow bags = paper and flattened cardboard
(please return the small blue bin to cottage)
As per Vancouver city bylaws, PLEASE SORT ALL WASTE PROPERLY AS FOLLOWS:
• All food scraps, raw or cooked, must be put into the green lidded bin (including meat and bones). ****Please empty and rinse your compost bin daily to avoid odor, attracting fruit flies. There are compost bin liners under the sink for your use.
• Recyclables (glass, plastic, metal) should be rinsed if necessary.
• Cardboard must be broken down flat to fit inside the yellow bag.
DO'S:
- Remove shoes in suite please.
- Lock all windows and doors when you are absent.
- Respect the neighbours by keeping quiet hours between 10pm-8am
- Keep widows & doors closed when heat/AC is on.
- Turn off bathroom fan switch when not in use, and at checkout. (It's on a timer, you may still hear it going).
- As per our no animals policy, please mindful of our curious cat Scout. Please do not let him inside.
- Let us know about ANYTHING that breaks or isn't working properly. If there are stains that need treating please let us know.
- Remember to take all your personal belongs with you upon checkout.
- Be energy conscious.
- Feel free to enjoy the water straight from the tap; B.C. has some of the cleanest water in the world!
- Allow 30-40 seconds for hot water.
DONT'S:
- No smoking on the property.
- No animals.
- NO candles, NO incense, or ANY substance to be burned or lit inside
suite. Fire extinguisher is under the sink.
- No bikes, large strollers or outdoor equipment inside without prior discussion.
- ONLY flush toilet paper & waste down the toilet.
- Please refrain from opening the back door and using the private yard.
-EMERGENCY CALL: 911
