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Bloor West Village Gem!

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Front of Home
Exterior
Front Porch
Large Kitchen with Professional Viking Gas Stove
Large Kitchen with Professional Viking Gas Stove

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
3 bedrooms2+ bathroomsSleeps 7185.8 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Dryer
  • Washer
  • Parking available
  • Fireplace
  • Barbecue grill
  • Outdoor space

Explore the area

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Toronto, ON
  • Bloor West Village
    ‪10 min walk‬
  • High Park
    ‪18 min walk‬
  • Rogers Centre
    ‪11 min drive‬
  • Toronto, ON (YTZ-Billy Bishop Toronto City)
    ‪23 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 7)

Bedroom 1

1 King Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 3

1 Single Bunk Bed

2 bathrooms, 1 half bathroom

Bathroom 1

Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 2

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Bathroom 3

Toilet

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Balcony
Garden
Dining area

About this property

Bloor West Village Gem!

Built originally almost 100 years ago, we spent a year completely renovating and restoring the entire house inside and out (completed in 2013).

Our home has 3 large bedrooms. The Master Bedroom has a King size bed with a walk in closet, a "Juliette Balcony" overlooking our garden and ensuite with large shower. The other 2 Bedrooms are very spacious for a home of this age with large windows and custom closets. The main bathroom is finished in marble with a rain shower head and deep soaker tub for a spa like atmosphere.

The main floor has a living room with wood burning fireplace and a unique hidden TV behind the Cuban art above the fireplace (47" HD, LED TV with PVR and Netflix etc). Off of the living room is the main floor powder room. Possibly the best feature of the house would be the kitchen. It is large and very open with everything you could need if you like to cook, including a professional series Viking gas stove. Off the kitchen is a large eating area with a built in banquette and large barn board dining table that seats 10 people. Off the dining area and through garden doors, there is a 4 burner natural gas Weber BBQ on a large deck and reasonably large (for Toronto) backyard with play structure for young children. You may also enjoy spending time on our front porch in the evening with a glass of wine and a book!

The basement has laundry that you are welcome to use. There is also central vac, central air conditioning and wireless internet (plus CAT5 outlets) throughout the house.

There is plenty of street parking in front of the house if you have a car. We also have 2 adult bikes and one child's bike that you are welcome to use while visiting.

If you are not familiar with Bloor West Village... it's a beautiful quiet neighborhood that was rated among the best neighborhoods in Toronto by Toronto Life Magazine. We are close to High Park, the Humber River, bike trails and the Subway/Public Transit (TTC). Rated on a scale where 100 is perfect, it scores exceptionally well on the international walk (87), transit (79), bike (75) index. Bloor West Village not only offers fine dining and shopping but provides all the basics including grocery, fresh fruit and vegetable market stands, drug stores, butchers, fish markets, spas, salons, Yoga studios, liquor/wine stores and much more.

* Beresford Park with splash pad for young children (0.28kms)
* Runnymede TTC Subway Stop (1.0 kms)
* Etienne Brule Park and the Humber River Bike Trail (1.2kms)
* The Junction Neighborhood (1.5 kms)
* Old Mill Inn and Spa (2.3 kms)
* High Park - huge 399 acre public park (1.9kms)
* C.N.E. - Canadian National Exhibition (7.0 kms)
* TFC Soccer (7.2 kms)
* ROM - Royal Ontario Museum (7.8 kms)
* AGO - Art Gallery of Ontario (8.6 kms)
* Theatre District - Third largest in the World (9.4 kms)
* Billy Bishop Airport - Porter (9.6 kms)
* Toronto Blue Jays and Toronto Argonauts at the Rogers Centre (10.1 kms)
* CN Tower (10.2 kms)
* ACC - Toronto Maple Leafs (11.3 kms)
* Ferry to Toronto Island (11.8 kms)
* Toronto International Airport (17.5 kms)
* Woodbine Racetrack and Casino (22.6 kms)
* Niagara Falls and Casino (123 kms)

Property manager

Mark

Languages

English, French

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Amenities

Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Air conditioning
Outdoor space
Parking available

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Check out before 11:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
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Events

No events allowed
Advanced notice/permission for more than 10 people
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Pets

No pets allowed
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Important information

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Note from host: Advanced notice/permission for more than 10 people
Host has indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit and a deadlock

About the area

Toronto

Old Toronto, a neighbourhood in Toronto, is home to this holiday home. Casa Loma and Budweiser Stage are cultural highlights, and some of the area's popular attractions include Royal Ontario Museum and Ripley's Aquarium of Canada. Looking to enjoy an event or a game? See what's going on at Coca-Cola Coliseum or Rogers Centre.
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Toronto, ON

What's nearby

  • Bloor West Village - 10 min walk - 0.9 km
  • High Park - 18 min walk - 1.5 km
  • Rogers Centre - 11 min drive - 10.8 km
  • CN Tower - 11 min drive - 11.0 km
  • University of Toronto - St. George Campus - 12 min drive - 8.7 km

Getting around

  • Bloor Station - 6 min drive
  • Runnymede Station - 13 min walk
  • Toronto, ON (YTZ-Billy Bishop Toronto City) - 23 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪KINTON RAMEN - ‬12 min walk
  • ‪Swan & Firkin - ‬13 min walk
  • ‪Zaza Espresso Bar - ‬10 min walk
  • ‪Coffee Tree - ‬14 min walk
  • ‪Sunshine Village Grill - ‬13 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is Bloor West Village Gem! pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Bloor West Village Gem!?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Bloor West Village Gem!?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Bloor West Village Gem! located?

Located in Old Toronto, this holiday home is within 1 mi (2 km) of Bloor West Village and High Park. Lake Ontario is 1.9 mi (3 km) away. Runnymede Station is 13 minutes by foot and Jane Station is 13 minutes.

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 10 out of 12 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 2 out of 12 reviews
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Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 12 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Erin B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Beautiful home, wonderful owners

I can’t say enough good things about our stay. Wonderful owners who made us feel at home during a stressful move. Everything was clean and beautiful. Very close to family parks and Bloor st amenities. Highly recommend.
Stayed 33 nights in May 2021

10/10 Excellent

Katie S., Ann Arbor, Michigan

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Sanctuary in the City

What a great home! Mark and Yordest were really wonderful hosts and we felt so welcome right away. The house is so delightfully appointed and all the comforts of home are right there. It was important to us that we have good places to gather to catch up with each other, and not only was there a comfortable living space, there is also an amazing kitchen table, and the outdoor deck was incredible. The neighborhood is really lovely too and felt hip and young. We walked to several stores nearby, all very accessible, and had everything we needed to make a great weekend. I have found myself wondering when I can get back to stay in this house again. Thank you so much for our lovely weekend with old friends. Your house is just absolutely perfect.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2019

10/10 Excellent

Christoph H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Perfect location- perfect stay

We stayed for about two months in June/July 2019. We are a family of five and we lay emphasize on feeling at home when travelling. Thanks to this house we were immediately able to feel like we would actually live in Toronto. Clean and cosy with a great neighborhood. Subway nearby -8min walk. We were sad to leave -- but life goes on....

10/10 Excellent

pat c.

Wonderful!

Yordest and Mark were very easy to work with and helped make our stay very enjoyable! Everything we needed was there and if not, within easy walking distance. There was a power outage and they contacted us just to make certain we were ok. Would stay at their place again in a heartbeat.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2018

8/10 Good

deborah E.

Bloor West Village Gem

Lovely house, 2-3 blocks north of Bloor, with lots of character, beautifully decorated and home from home feel. Nice deck to sit out and BBQ. Owners are very helpful, responsive to questions and relaxed about having visitors in their home. Easy access to downtown via TTC / uber. Good selection of shops and restaurants locally to allow for lazy days in the local neighbourhood. Recommend Mad Mexican restaurant, Coco for handmade chocolates and ice cream and local coffee shops in Jane/Annette area and on Annette/Quebec Avenue We were a family of 4 from UK, including two teenage kids. We'd definitely consider staying again, if the hosts would have us.
Stayed 14 nights in Aug 2018

8/10 Good

Liane W., Kelowna, British Columbia, and Tauranga NZ

Lovely updated character home in a great location

We had a family get together for a weekend. We were greeted at the house by the owners who were very welcoming and showed us around their home. Everything we needed was on hand and the home was very comfortable.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2018

10/10 Excellent

Daniel D.

Tophaus in Toplage mit sehr freundlichen und bemühten Vermietern!

Das von uns gemietete Haus entsprach komplett den Beschreibungen des Anbieters. 3 Schlafräume mit großen Betten bieten viel Platz für 6 Personen. Die sehr gut ausgestattete Küche bietet alles für Selberkocher (unsere Vermieter haben sehr viele private Gegenstände im Haus, da sie ansonsten auch selbst darin wohnen - Mitnutzung durch uns war kein Problem). Der große Essbereich, die Terasse, der Wohnbereich... alles prima für 6 Personen. 3 Erwachsenenfahrräder zur kostenlose Nutzung machen das Torontoerlebnis erfahrbar. Die Lage des Hauses ist wirklich sehr ruhig, ist aber dennoch sehr zentral (ca. 1,5 km zur nächsten U-Bahn). Die beiden Vermieter Yordest und Mark sind auch im Vorfeld sehr bemüht, eine persönliche Beziehung zum potentiellen Mieter aufzubauen und haben sehr viele Tipps zum Haus und zur näheren Umgebung. Wir würden jederzeit wieder dieses Haus mieten und können es nur wärmstens weiterempfehlen! Vielen Dank für die schöne Zeit!
Stayed 9 nights in May 2018
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Shakira S.

Great space, homely and perfect for kids

The house was exactly what we needed after a stressful house/city move and worked well as our base in the city before moving into our permanent house. The space was lovely and it was great having the outdoor space and kids swing set in the backyard.
Stayed 29 nights in Jul 2017
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Scott M.

Fantastic weekend stay in Toronto

I could not have imagined a lovelier home for my family to stay in during our long weekend in Toronto. Mark and his family were extremely accommodating and gave us some wonderful suggestions to explore in the neighborhood. We will be so lucky to return.
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Katarina B.

Nice and comfortable

We were very satisfied. The family was very kind and friendly, the house comfortable and clean.
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Julie S., Southlake, TX

Immaculate House in Ideal Location

My family just returned from our Foodie Vacation to Toronto. We could not have asked for a nicer family to rent from. We felt like we were staying our own family home. Everything from the excellent instructions on usage of the TV, appliances and BBQ, to their instant response on any questions or recommendations. If we are ever lucky enough to travel back to Toronto, we will most certainly find this gem again.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2016
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Kelly M., Austin Texas

Loved everything about this property!

My daughters and I stayed here for two weeks while visiting family and friends. The house is perfection. And the location is amazing. I was so excited when I found this house online. And everything about it was even better than I hoped. The hosts are lovely and very helpful. I hope next time I come to Toronto it will be available again! Thank you to my hosts!
Stayed 15 nights in Jul 2016

About the host

Hosted by Mark

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We moved to Toronto 10 years ago (into a smaller home in Bloor West Village) and into this home 3 years ago after the renovations were complete. We were not sure if we would like living in a big city but we instantly fell in love with the neighborhood. It has a great sense of community and feels more like a village (than a big city) which we love. We're fortunate to live in such a great neighborhood in a great city!

Why they chose this property

We were incredibly lucky to be able to buy this home from friends. Nothing had been done to the house for years and it allowed us to completely build a custom home within the original brick structure from almost 100 years ago. We love our 'new' home and especially the neighborhood as there is everything we could possibly need within a few blocks walk in any direction. If you choose to stay here, we hope you love it as much as we do!

Languages:

English, French