The photographs really don't do this place justice. It actually is nicer and more up-to-date than it looks like in the photos. Colin and Nikki were super nice hosts, and checked in with us halfway through the stay to make sure our needs were being met.
Pros: Great location if you want to be on the north shore. Close to marine drive where the major shops are, as well as the bridge into downtown Vancouver. We loved the quick access to the mountains, as well as all the north short beaches. There is a Walmart only 5 minutes away which was very convenient. Lots of ample street parking. The apartment is rather new, and comes with an excellent dishwasher, microwave, toaster, stove, and nespresso machine, plus ample dishes, cutlery, pots and pans.
Cons: Keep in mind that this is still a basement apartment, so sunlight is limited. It didn't matter much to us since we weren't there to hang out in the apartment. There are stairs up from the street and then down to the basement. This wasn't an issue for us, but something to keep in mind if you have mobility issues. If you are heading into downtown or beyond, keep in mind that traffic on the bridge can turn what would otherwise be a short trip into a 45 minute drive.