An absolutely wonderful stay

Lynne T. ()
Review submitted: April 8, 2013   Date of arrival: March 20, 2013

Our stay here an absolute delight! Maureen is simply fantastic and made us feel ever so welcome from the very start!

There is nothing I can think of not provided - luxurious linens (and a super comfy bed), quality bathroom products, tableware and gourmet cookery appliances - the list truly goes on and on.

If you can pull yourself away from gazing out the windows at the view of the water, boats and kayakers - then it's only a couple of minutes’ walk to most downtown attractions/shops and bus routes.

You can take a stroll to the upscale Market on Yates Street for an incredible selection of 'goodies' from their deli - drive or catch the bus on the corner to large supermarkets not ten minutes away - come home and 'create' in the extremely well equipped kitchen.

It's so beautiful and relaxing going for scenic waterfront walks in the immediate area and exploring quaint shopping streets, Chinatown, Museums….

Maureen also provides a state of the art desktop computer, Wi-Fi, stereo sound system, TV, DVD films, books to read, tourist info, and washer/dryer. You literally want for nothing when staying here.

It's such a lovely feeling going ‘out and about' all the while knowing this lovely condo awaits one on returning. It’s very difficult to adequately mention everything as there is so much more I could compliment and comment on.

Maureen’s thoughtfulness and care are simply evident everywhere!

I truly and whole heartedly can recommend staying here if you are vacationing in Victoria.

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Excellent accommodations!

Tom (United States)
Review submitted: February 22, 2013   Date of arrival: February 15, 2013

The condo is such a wonderful, warm, and inviting space! A lovely place to relax in and come back to after a day of enjoying Victoria. Maureen was most helpful in the reservation process and provided us with information on nice restaurants and things to do in the area. A great location that we will definitely return to.

Recommended for: sight seeing, tourists without a car

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Helpful votes: 2 / 2

Perfect Just Perfect

Valerie (San Francisco, California)
Review submitted: June 25, 2012   Date of arrival: June 6, 2012

My husband and I are so glad we stayed here. It was the perfect lodging. Excellent location, easy walking distance to all the attractions and restaurants. Maureen was so hospitable and very helpful giving us tips on what to do, where to eat, where to rent bikes in Victoria, etc. She keeps the condo impeccably clean, looking new and very stylish or classy. I am a neat freak but the condo exceeded my expectations. The condo looks even better in person than in the pictures and has a lovely view of the water and boats from the living room. The roof-top barbecue area also gives you an impressive view of the city. The kitchen/bath were well stocked making accommodations even better for guests than at a five star hotel for a fraction of the price---lovely dinnerware/tableware, high quality cooking pans, luxurious linens, natural, organic bath soap, environmentally safe cleaning detergents & laundry soap for the washer dryer, dishwasher etc., good tea, coffee, olive oil, salt pepper, and even popcorn! The condo also had a desktop computer with free wifi, a dvd player, flat screen tv, books, movies, and an ipod/cd/radio stereo system. We appreciated the free parking spot in the garage when we rented a motorcycle to do some sightseeing outside of Victoria. Everything we needed for a very comfortable stay was provided for at the condo. The bed was super comfortable! Thanks Maureen! I highly recommend this vacation rental. Do yourself a favor and book your stay here. You will not regret it. If I come back to Victoria someday, I will definitely stay here again.

Recommended for: adventure seekers, age 55+, people with disabilities, families with teenagers, girls getaway, sight seeing, tourists without a car, romantic getaway

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Beautiful condo in a convenient location

Lynn C. ()
Review submitted: May 28, 2012   Date of arrival: May 12, 2012

Staying at this condo is a perfect choice for seeing all the beauty of Victoria. The condo is well appointed, clean, safe and comfortable. We arrived after 11 PM and Maureen was willing to meet us and welcome us to Victoria. I

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jewel of an apartment, centrally located, view!

Linda G. (Qualicum Beach, British Columbia)
Review submitted: March 31, 2012   Date of arrival: March 17, 2012

This jewel of an apartment is super comfortable, clean and well-equipped. I loved waking up in the morning and gazing, from bed, at the canoes, kayakers and tugboat activity on the harbour while I sipped my coffee. We enjoyed many walks from this centrally located condo. An especially lovely walk is over the blue bridge (right next to Mermaid Wharf) and along the waterfront to the marina in Esquimalt. Chinatown is close, and great for browsing and eating out. Downtown Victoria, with its myriad shops and restaurants is also a short couple of blocks stroll. We recommend The Market on Yates Street for grocery shopping. We enjoyed cooking meals from their fantastic deli in our well-equipped kitchen. Extra perks that were much-appreciated were the comfortable bed, quality linens and towels, the state-of-the-art computer (with WiFi) and the washer and dryer. The building is secure, and it was great to have parking.

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Helpful votes: 7 / 7

Thanksgiving!

Review submitted: November 11, 2011   Date of arrival: October 8, 2011

Thanksgiving! and we're thankful that M introduced us. What a charming pied-a-terre you have created. You have thought of everything to make us feel at home. Great location, great bed! every time we looked for something it was there in its place...we will return.
W. & S.
Vancouver

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Helpful votes: 5 / 5

We shall return

Review submitted: November 11, 2011   Date of arrival: September 11, 2011

Thank you Maureen for a wonderful visit! We loved your place! We shall return. Great location, wonderful views and comfy bed! See you again soon.
W. & G.L.
Calgary, AB

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Helpful votes: 3 / 3

Great stay

Review submitted: November 11, 2011   Date of arrival: August 20, 2011

We had a wonderful stay in your beautiful city! Thank you for the use of the condo...it was perfect!! Couldn't have asked for a better vacation...we count ourselves lucky on so many things on this trip...choosing this property is one of them.
Beautiful renovation. Very homey.
A.S.
Portland, Oregon

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An unforgettable moment!

Review submitted: November 11, 2011   Date of arrival: August 15, 2011

What are 2 days in Victoria? A badly planned trip! There is so much to do and all from a walking distance. The condo is so well equipped it was as if the girls had never left home. It was an unforgettable moment!
Thank you Maureen for the detailed information.
C., F., D. & P.
St. Jean-sur-Richelieu, QC

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Gem of a Condo

Cathy N. ()
Review submitted: June 28, 2011   Date of arrival: June 21, 2011

This upscale condo has every amenity a traveler could want. It is located within easy walking distance of downtown Victoria and restaurants. It has lovely water views. The building has great security features and on-site secure parking. We'll be back!

Recommended for: adventure seekers, age 55+, families with young children, families with teenagers, girls getaway, sight seeing, tourists without a car, romantic getaway

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Helpful votes: 6 / 6

Mermaid Condo was heaven!

flyingsolo (USA)
Review submitted: March 30, 2011   Date of arrival: March 18, 2011

The place is lovely and the view is so wonderful. Sunsets watching the rowers was a favorite. Clean, well managed, quiet, easy access to everything!

Recommended for: adventure seekers, age 55+, people with disabilities, girls getaway, sight seeing, tourists without a car, romantic getaway

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Helpful votes: 4 / 4