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Gorgeous Character Home in Kensington Plaza, Steps To DT

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Interior
Dining
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
Property grounds
3 bedrooms, desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Reviews

9.6 out of 10

Exceptional

Entire home

3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 8177 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Washer
    Washer
  • Barbecue grill
    Barbecue grill
  • Pet friendly
    Pet friendly
  • Parking available
    Parking available
  • Outdoor Space
    Outdoor Space
  • Kitchen
    Kitchen

About this property

Entire place

You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

Gorgeous Character Home in Kensington Plaza, Steps To DT

Welcome to our Character home!
The property was originally built in 1912, has been remodeled multiple times since, and definitely retains its character. It has new furnishings and lots of natural light. Fully fenced backyard backs up to the Kensington Plaza venues. There are a few rooms, and each one is decorated differently. All feature modern décor, bright pops of color, and cool artwork. Our property is spacious and freshly renovated. We recently replaced windows and window coverings, all floors, installed Air conditioning, and working on a couple projects to fully upgrade the unit.
You will find everything you need to ensure a relaxing and comfortable stay.
The unit offers 2 floors of living space, 3 bedrooms, 2 baths, and an open concept kitchen/ living area ideal for entertaining/ family time.
The ground floor features a sitting area, TV, a dining space, kitchen with necessary appliances and full bathroom.
The kitchen is fully equipped with a dishwasher, stove, microwave, fridge, tea pot, coffee machine, dishware, pots, pans, cooking utensils, cutlery.
Upper-level features 2 bedrooms and 1 bathroom with 2 sinks and a shower/bathtub.
The master bedroom offers plenty of space and comes with a comfy king-size bed, sitting area and a lot of natural light.
Second bedroom features 2 twin beds, a sitting area and a queen-size loft bed with 6" mattress. The bedroom can sleep 4 people in total, the loft bed would be a great fit for kids to play and sleep.
Upstairs floor also features a business/study area with a desk and a comfortable sitting area with a futon that converts into a bed. There's a cot bed available if needed.
The main floor features an additional bedroom with a queen-size bed, and stacked laundry with a washer and dryer behind the closet door. The living room has a comfortable sitting area, TV, books, and games as well as dining area.
Our house is a great family destination, not only for its Kensington location and downtown access to sightseeing gems and nearby shopping, dining, and entertainment venues, but for its family-friendly features. Availability of multiple rooms is a huge asset, along with a crib, playpen, high chair and other equipment available as well as board games, books, etc. Please let us know that you are traveling with kids and any equipment you need - give us 24 hours ahead so we could prepare accordingly.
Its location on Memorial Drive also allows easy day trips into the Rocky Mountains for one-of-a-kind mementos.
The property is also ideal for remote workers, featuring High Speed WIFI, computer desk, numerous power outlets, and most importantly, an easy access to DT or any major roads.
Our spacious house and fully fenced backyard as well as parks around and walking paths along the Bow River makes it perfect place for your pets. We accept well trained/behaved pets. We all know how problematic pet hair and dander can be for pet-allergic guests. Please let us know that your pet stay with you so we could schedule proper anti allergen treatment. Please consider other guests health conditions, thank you!
Direction: The property is located on Memorial Drive.
Location: Nestled in trendy Kensington, the property is minutes from shopping boutiques, restaurants, and cafes. Whether you are looking for a night out or exploring the many walking paths, Kensington has something for everyone. The property is in close proximity to a playground, walking paths, and stunning views of the downtown skyline. The property is well insulated to ensure guests won't be bothered by traffic or street noise.
Parking: There is one car private parking pad in the back alley, right behind the house - no registration needed. Street parking out front for guests staying 2+ days available. We will need to get your car registered, please provide your car plate # and province if you want to park out front. Also you can find some parking at the Shoppers or OJ's parking lots, or some other paid $2 overnight parking in Kensington Plaza, a couple minute walk.
Amenities: Easily accessible walking/biking paths along the Bow River, lazy river rafting during summer, and many public parks. The property includes an outdoor sitting area, barbecue, and patio lights.
House Rules:
NO PARTIES. QUIET HOURS designated from 9PM TO 7 AM - CALGARY BYLAWS.
All guests spending the night must be authorized. Unauthorized visitors overnight will result in a $200 fine.
Self-Check-in with keypad: 3:00PM. Checkout: 11:00 a.m.
No smoking in the house.
Please treat the property the same way you'd treat yours.
Be safe and thank you for being responsible!

Property manager

Maria

Property amenities

Internet

  • Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Onsite parking

Kitchen

  • Refrigerator
  • Stovetop
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Dishwasher
  • Toaster
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware/dishes/utensils
  • Electric kettle

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 3 bedrooms
  • Bed sheets provided
  • Sofa bed

Bathrooms

  • 2 bathrooms
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Toilet paper
  • Hair dryer
  • Towels provided
  • Soap
  • Shampoo

Living spaces

  • Fireplace
  • Living room
  • Dining room

Entertainment

  • Smart TV
  • Foosball table
  • Arcade/game room
  • Books
  • Games

Outdoor areas

  • Patio
  • Fenced yard
  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Firepit

Laundry

  • Washing machine and dryer

Work spaces

  • Desk
  • Desk chair

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly
  • 2 total (up to 50 lbs per pet)
  • Welcoming cats and dogs only

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • On the river
  • In the city center
  • Near a health or beauty spa
  • Near a hospital
  • Near a zoo

Things to do

  • Fitness facilities nearby
  • Rafting nearby
  • Ice skating nearby
  • Water tubing nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Casino nearby
  • Power boating nearby
  • Cycling nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector installed (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
  • Smoke detector installed (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • Fire extinguisher
  • First aid kit

General

  • Unit size: 1900 sq ft (177 sq m)

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Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 3:00 PM
Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 26

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM
Contactless check-out available

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions

Pets

Pets allowed
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Welcoming dogs and cats only
2 total (up to 50 lbs per pet)
Restrictions apply; for more information contact the property at the number on the booking confirmation

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

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
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit
This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation
Property Registration Number BL258419

About the neighborhood

Map
Calgary, AB

What's nearby

  • Calgary TELUS Convention Centre - 4 min drive - 3.0 km
  • Calgary Tower - 4 min drive - 3.1 km
  • Scotiabank Saddledome - 6 min drive - 4.5 km
  • Stampede Park - 6 min drive - 4.6 km
  • Calgary Zoo - 7 min drive - 5.8 km

Getting around

  • Calgary University Station - 8 min drive
  • Sunnyside Station - 12 min walk
  • Calgary International Airport (YYC) - 23 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Namsun Korean Cuisine - ‬12 min walk
  • ‪Hayden Block Smoke & Whiskey - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪Fuwa Fuwa - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪Higher Ground - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪Chicken on the Way - ‬5 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is Gorgeous Character Home in Kensington Plaza, Steps To DT pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows cats and dogs (limit 2 total) with a maximum weight of up to 50 lbs per pet.

What time is check-in at Gorgeous Character Home in Kensington Plaza, Steps To DT?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Gorgeous Character Home in Kensington Plaza, Steps To DT?

Check-out is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Gorgeous Character Home in Kensington Plaza, Steps To DT located?

This family-friendly Calgary vacation home is located on a river, within a 10-minute walk of Bow River and Avatamsaka Buddhist Monastery. Stampede Park and Scotiabank Saddledome are also within 3 mi (5 km). Sunnyside Station is 12 minutes by foot and Downtown West-Kerby Station is 14 minutes.

Gorgeous Character Home in Kensington Plaza, Steps To DT Reviews

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 38 out of 47 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 6 out of 47 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 2 out of 47 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 47 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 47 reviews" "

9.4/10

Cleanliness

6.0/10

Amenities

6.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.0/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Allison D.

Liked: Cleanliness
Excellent location, great space for to share with a larger group
We stayed over the Thanksgiving weekend with extended family. The space provides a lot of flexibility and the kids loved the loft! Thank you for a great stay.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

6/10 Okay

Michael L.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great location
Decent accommodations, in need of a few updates, but very clean and comfortable in a great part of town
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Christopher C.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great Stay
Unique house steps from Kensington and easy walk or drive to downtown Calgary. Great host.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Dan D.

Liked: Cleanliness
Beautiful house and a great location!
This house was perfect for our stay. I can't say enough about the location. There are a ton of things to do within walking distance. You are only a few minutes drive from everything else. The backyard was a great retreat to relax at night. The beds were extremely comfortable and our little one loved the kids room.I would highly recommend this property.
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Anita

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Loved the property! Close to all amenities.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Brett M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great location
This is an awesome location and the house was wonderful!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Gail P.

Liked: Cleanliness
In town for a wedding
The house is beautifully decorated in a 70’s style, met all of our needs and then some. So much space for sleeping, we had 6 people. Centrally located with a variety of stores and restaurants within walking distance. I would definitely recommend this home!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024

8/10 Good

Sue B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Family
Property worked well for our stay.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Margaret L.

Liked: Cleanliness
Family get together
We had a great time. Family came to see us at the house and we enjoyed the backyard very much.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Carla N.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great location
We stayed at the property April 23-27, 2024. We choose this place mainly for the location, it was close to the hospital where I was having a hip replacement done, and that it had a main floor bedroom. The property is a beautiful older home with tons of charm, and modern updates. The owners did a wonderful job decorating it, they truly took pride in it. The house was extremely clean, and stocked well with everything you could ask for. I was surprised by all the staples that were there from salt and pepper to plenty of paper products, lots of towels, extra pillows and blankets. It is within walking distance to lots of little stores, cafes and restaurants. I would definitely recommend this property, we were very pleased with it.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2024

8/10 Good

Derek T.

Liked: Cleanliness
Excellent location
Stayed here for 10 weeks! Excellent location with a fantastic backyard. Great amenities walking distance from the home. Only concern was the couch needs to be replaced (you’ll sink all the way down) and the staircase is very steep. Otherwise, I would recommend.
Stayed 73 nights in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Scott G.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great Stay for our Trip to Calgary
We had an amazing stay at this house. It's in a great location to explore not only Downtown Calgary (directly across the river), but also the Kensington neighborhood. Maria was a gracious host and responsive and friendly to questions. I would highly recommend this property, it served as a perfect base-camp for our Calgary adventure.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2024

8/10 Good

Yvonne D.

Liked: Cleanliness
Christmas in Calgary
Our stay at the Kensington house worked really well for us. It was spacious and comfortable with a well stocked kitchen. We appreciated the nice Christmas touches and the Christmas tree.
Stayed 8 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Kelsey M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Girls weekend with old friends
Amazing location, so much room for our group, walking distance to so many accommodations we would definitely stay at this property again!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Margaret N.

Liked: Cleanliness
A great getaway
The perfect place to settle in and reconnect with family. The house is clean and comfortable with plenty of room. If you love a relaxed stroll to cafes, restaurants and beautiful tree lined residential streets, you’ll love this place. A short walk across the bridge and you’re on a gorgeous walkway along the river and a stones throw from downtown. Couldn’t ask for a better location.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Heather D.

Liked: Cleanliness
Concert
Close to many things!
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Brenda B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Lovely family get away
This is our second time staying at the Kensington location and Maria is such a kind host. The stairs are steep for our 2 yr old grandchildren but Maria provided us with a second gate which worked perfectly for safety. The backyard is completely enclosed which was comforting for our miniature daschund. We love the location and street parking was not a problem along with designated parking at the back of the house. We will return 🙂
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Dave W.

Liked: Cleanliness
Excellent choice
Great location close to bars and restaurants and a quick drive to Calgary landmarks! Would definitely stay again. Excellent for a group of 8.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023

6/10 Okay

Carley C.

Liked: Cleanliness
Kensington house
Great neighborhood. Everything was extremely firm. Couches, beds. BBQ a hazard and table could not seat all for a meal. Pros were the hot showers it was clean and neighborhood can’t be beat
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Ryan H.

Liked: Cleanliness
Awesome location
Had a great stay here, would definitely come back again .
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Pak Y.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great neighborhood
No issues with communication / check in. House located in a great neighborhood within walking distances to restaurants / shops etc.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Karin H.

Liked: Cleanliness
Gorgeous property
Gorgeous property, loved Kensington Village and easy walking distance to downtown, 45minutes walk to Stampede Park
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Joanne S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Lovely weekend in Kensington
The location is very convenient, and the property was bright, very clean and comfortable. All communication with host was easy and we always got a very quick response. Would recommend this location and would stay here again
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2023

4/10 Poor

Jonathan

Traveled with family and small children
Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The place was advertised as sleeping 8. We had kids with us and the loft would have been fun, however, it didn't have any A/C and was essentially a bed in the attic. On the day of our visit, it was a sauna and unusable. The grass hadn't been mowed in weeks and the overall facility was too weird with multiple levels that didn't make sense. The kitchen had very few cookware and we had trouble making a basic meal there. Also it didn't even have 8 forks, only 6. The table in the dining area seats only 4. Patches on the walls were made using cardboard! This property was updated only with paint, covering a lot of problems.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2023

8/10 Good

Laine J.

Liked: Cleanliness
Happily Ever After
We were in town for a family post wedding party and this location suited our needs. Good space and amenities. Had an initial hiccup when main floor bedroom didn’t have power which also meant we didn’t have Wi-Fi. Maria came over very quickly but couldn’t solve the issue. Electrician visited the next day just before noon. Simple solution but still intrusive during our visit. Good things - beds comfy, AC very good, shower water pressure good, nice chairs in yard so we could sit out and enjoy birds and weather, primary bedroom very bright and open, good amount of bedding, towels etc. For improvement - blinds in main floor rooms were bent out of shape and one missing pole to open, grass needed to be cut. Go to Abbeys for ice cream. Great taste and unusual flavours eg durian fruit and Vietnamese iced coffee. Also went to Trapped Escape Room Room 057. So much fun. Would recommend to family and friends.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023