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Quiet private 1-2 bedrooms as shared accommodation in mid-town Toronto home

Toronto, Ontario, Canada
Rates from CAD $950 | Weekly

House | Private Space | House Sitting Negotiable
Available Dates:
From July 26, 2024 until December 31, 2024

Description

This is a shared accommodation located in our fully renovated, Victorian home. We have 2 separate bedrooms located on the 3rd floor. Bedroom #3 and #4, are both at tree top level with lots of bright natural light streaming through the many windows, Modern with a minimalist decor. Each room had its own en-suite, with all amenities (hair dryer, shampoo, conditioner, soap and laundry detergent) including bed and bathroom linens. Laundry facilities washer, dryer and laundry sink, on the 3rd floor private to you, There is also a kitchenette in the 3rd floor laundry for snacks, breakfast, and light meals. Access to the communal kitchen on the main floor where you will be assigned your own fridge drawer. The bedrooms are free of any of our personal effects so it’s easy to make the space your own and be totally private and very comfortable. Includes High-speed Internet What is shared: The main floor which consists of the kitchen, dining and sitting area. On the exterior: A covered front porch and a semi-covered back porch and a back yard garden. BEDROOM DETAILS: - #3 . A spacious, X large bedroom with a queen memory foam mattress and a large sitting area and work area with a desk and chair. Total of 500 sq. ft., (46.45 sq m). Cost CAD$950.0/week for one person. Inclusive of all fees. An additional CAD$20.00 /night for a second person. - # 4 bedroom. Regular sized 220 Sf. ft. (20.4 sq m) with a Queen Sized bed with aMemory foam mattress, with your own en suite shower room and a slipper chair. CAD$750.00/ person / week all inclusive of fees. An additional CAD$25.00/night for a second person. The kitchenette on the third floor is set up with a Kurig coffee machine, a kettle, and a microwave and a sink. Ideal to make a coffee, an instant soup or heat up a frozen meal or pizza in the microwave. (There is no stove or cooktop in this space but you are welcome to use the main floor kitchen and you will be assigned your own pull out fridge draw in the main kitchen. You will have full access to all the common area, consisting of a dining, living, kitchen, sunroom, and front and back porches and backyard in the warmer months. The neighbourhood is a vibrant and safe residential area,. We are directly across from the leafy Christie Park and five minute walk to Christie Subway. A highly walkable area where all amenities are close by. Only steps to public transit, or a leisurely walk to the University of Toronto, ROM, Royal Conservatory of music, Koerner Hall, all the hospitals on University Avenue and so much more. There is a wide selection of affordable neighbourhood eateries. Lots of Fruit markets on Bloor Street, and Fiesta Organic Farms http://fiesta.ca/ . Loblaws and Farm Boy superstore are A 12 minute walk north We enjoy hosting visiting professionals, from academia, medical doctors, post doctorate and doctorate students etc.. who are attending conferences, or are guest lecturing, doing research etc.. We host Non smokers only. ( Sorry no exceptions.) Additionally: A housekeeping is available to hire and you will pay her directly. She is $50.00/ hour min. 2 hours. We welcome your inquiry. And will request that you complete the SabbaticalHomes profile. Do tell us a little about yourself such as where you are coming from and how long you would like to stay and please confirm you are non smokers. We are retirees but are fully engaged in many activities, This is our home yet we can offer you total privacy or we can be available to engage. Whatever suits your needs. Dewing inquire and let us know what your budget is. A government issued photo ID will be requested along with references and a credit check. We look forward to hosting you Barry and Suzanne

Private Space Offered

Bedrooms
2

Bathrooms
2

Offices
1

Size
820 ft2

Suited For
4

Property Type
House

Comments: 2 separate bedrooms, each with its own private en-suite bathroom.,. Adjacent Laundry and kitchenette. Shared common areas on the 1st floor consisting of a kitchen, Living & Dining rooms. Front & back porch & backyard garden in warm months.

Availability

From July 26, 2024 until December 31, 2024

Minimum Stay

1 Week | Dates are flexible for this listing

Comments: Please provide fulsome details so we can consider your inquiry. Exact date, number of people and the reason for your stay in Toronto offered to Non-Smokers only. Do confirm this.

Location

Private Space in a House in Toronto, Ontario, Canada

Closest University

University of Toronto

Nearby Universities
OISE Psychology Clinic | George Brown College | RCM
Neighborhood

Christie Park

Nearby Cities

Toronto

Comments: Easy walk to UofT, ROM, OISE, RCM, Hospitals: Western, Sick Children, all the University Network hospitals. Across from leafy Christie Park and Christie subway and buses at Ossington station. Walk to cafés, restaurants, fruit markets and food stores.

Explore the Area

Surroundings

  • Off Campus
  • Walk to Campus
  • Bike to Campus
  • Urban
  • Writer's Sanctuary
  • Near Park
  • Near Restaurants
  • Near Neighborhood School
  • Near Shops
  • Near Public Transportation

Rental Rates and Terms

Rates from CAD $950 Weekly | Negotiable

Utilities are included

A cleaning service is not included

Comments: 2 separate Bedrooms Each w/private en-suite. X-Large B/R #3: @ 46.45 m², $950.00./ Person weekly. Medium B/R #4, @ 20.45 m² , $750.00/person. Add $25.00/nt. for a second person. Discounts of 10% for bookings of 30 nights & 20% for 60 + days.

Considerations

The home is not suitable for young kids

Pets are not allowed

Smoking is not allowed

A car is not available

Comments: Not suitable for young children there are lots of stairs with no options for safety gates. Sorry no pets and we will not host smokers and there is no smoking anywhere on the property.

House Sitting

I may need help while I am away

I may need help with mail and deliveries

If we are travelling: Bring mail in the mail please.

I may need help with plants or garden

Water indoor plants once a week, snow Clearance in the Winter months, from the front door to the sidewalk for safety and for access to putting the garbage to the street once a week.

Comments: Keeping the house and common areas neat, tidy and clean.

Features

Interior

Furnished

Connectivity

High Speed Internet

Wi-Fi

Cable or Satellite

Printer

Exterior

Balcony or Patio

Garden

Backyard

Accessibility

Stairs

Temperature Control

Air Conditioning

Appliances

Microwave

Refrigerator

Washer

Dryer

Comments: On street parking permit is available from: City of Toronto, at: https://www.toronto.ca/services-payments/streets-parking-transportation/applying-for-a-parking-permit/temporary-on-street-parking/ Disability parking permit parks for free.

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