Durward Avenue 791, V5V 2Y9 Vancouver, Canada
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Newly built Laneway Home 1 BD Centrally located Overview

First Impressions

The Newly built Laneway Home 1 BD Centrally located is exactly what it sounds like — a brand new laneway house tucked away on a quiet residential street in Vancouver. I’ll be honest, when I first pulled up to Durward Avenue, I almost missed it because these laneway homes are designed to blend seamlessly into the neighborhood. But that’s actually part of the charm — you get this sense of living like a local rather than staying in some generic hotel tower. The whole concept is pretty brilliant, really, since Vancouver has been building these secondary homes behind existing houses to address the housing crunch.

The Space and Layout

Walking into this three-star place, you immediately notice how thoughtfully everything’s been designed. The room flows naturally into the living area, and there’s a proper kitchen with full-size appliances — not those tiny hotel fridges that can barely fit a bottle of wine. I mean, you could actually cook a decent meal here if you wanted to skip the restaurant scene for a night. The whole unit feels more like borrowing a friend’s place than staying in typical accommodation, which couples seem to absolutely love (and honestly, I can see why).

Location Perks

Here’s what I really appreciate about this spot — you’re genuinely in a residential Vancouver neighborhood, but you’re not stuck out in the suburbs. The area around Durward Avenue gives you that authentic Vancouver vibe without the tourist crowds. You know what’s great? You can walk to local coffee shops that actually serve the neighborhood, not just visitors. Plus, getting downtown or to other parts of the city is straightforward once you figure out the transit connections.

What Makes It Work

The newness of everything really shows — from the fixtures to the flooring, it all feels fresh and well-maintained. There’s something satisfying about staying somewhere that hasn’t been worn down by hundreds of previous guests. The apartment setup means you have your own entrance and don’t have to deal with hotel lobbies or crowded elevators. I found myself actually relaxing here in a way that’s harder to achieve in traditional hotels, probably because it feels more like a temporary home than a place you’re just passing through.

Why Guests Love It

That 8.2 rating makes total sense once you’ve stayed here — it’s the kind of place that delivers exactly what it promises without any pretense. Couples especially seem drawn to the privacy and the chance to experience Vancouver more like residents than tourists. The fact that recent guests consistently praise the location tells you something important about how well-connected this area actually is. It’s not flashy or trying to impress anyone, but sometimes that’s exactly what you want — a clean, comfortable base that lets you focus on exploring the city rather than figuring out your accommodation.

Newly built Laneway Home 1 BD Centrally located Accommodations

AccommodationDetails
Apartment1 large double bed and 1 sofa bed for 4 adults
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Reviews of Newly built Laneway Home 1 BD Centrally located

  • Vilija from Ireland (9/10)

    Quit area, close to shops and bus.

  • Michelle from Philippines (8/10)

    Clean, quiet neighbourhood, easy to follow instructions on checking in.

  • Anne from Netherlands (7/10)

    The checkin and checkout process was quite smooth. The property is not in the centre of Vancouver, but that means it was a quiet neighbourhood and there are public transport possibilities and supermarkets close by. The apartment had everything we need for a comfortable stay.

  • Rebecca from United States (8/10)

    This was a good location. Parking was easy. Access to the unit was easy if you read the house manual and watch the video. I appreciate they took the time to make the videos for use of tv, and whatnot. Love that there’s a lounge area separate from the bedroom. Overall, really great unit for the price.

  • Sally from United States (9/10)

    location was walking distance to everything in a great neighborhood with easy parking. bed was very comfortable, nice bedding, clean linens.

  • Viktor from Russia (7/10)

  • Arthur from United States (9/10)

    Lovely neighborhood with lots of flowering trees, safe for bikes and kids, and walking distance to food. 33 bus comes decently often as well, if you want to go to downtown.

  • Rebecca from Canada (6/10)

    Location was great and the space was a decent size. Having two bathrooms was very convenient for two female travelers.

  • Asheesh from India (5/10)

    All possible help by host. Stocking of basic amenities

  • Starks (9/10)

    Clean quiet

Facilities

Bedroom:

  • Linen

Kitchen:

  • Stovetop
  • Oven
  • Tumble dryer
  • Kitchenware
  • Electric kettle
  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator

Parking:

  • Street parking

Bathroom:

  • Towels
  • Private bathroom
  • Hairdryer
  • Bath

Miscellaneous:

  • Non-smoking throughout
  • Heating

Room Amenities:

  • Clothes rack
  • Private entrance
  • Ironing facilities

Languages spoken:

  • English

Media & Technology:

  • TV

Great for your stay:

  • Parking
  • Private bathroom
  • Free WiFi
  • Bath
  • Kitchen
  • Free parking
  • Street parking
  • Washing machine
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House Rules at Newly built Laneway Home 1 BD Centrally located

Pets:

  • Pets are not allowed.

Parties:

  • Parties/events are not allowed

Smoking:

  • Smoking is not allowed.

Check-in:

  • From 16:00
  • You’ll need to let the property know in advance what time you’ll arrive.

Check-out:

  • Until 10:00

No age restriction:

  • There is no age requirement for check-in

Cancellation/prepayment:

  • Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodation type. Please enter the dates of your stay and check the conditions of your required option.

Guest reviews

Staff:

8.1

Comfort:

8.5

Location:

8.6

Free WiFi:

7.5

Facilities:

8.7

Cleanliness:

8.7

Value for money:

8.4