Meet Devin
Trusting, Helpful, Friendly
I treat my guests like family and understand their situation when they first arrive in Vancouver. Consider the safety and comfort of guests and make them feel warm here.
On a typical day...
I have a very open house. My house is your house.
When I host guests...
I’m helpful and hands on. I can show them where to go and help them get there.
Family Hobbies
Snow boarding, Cooking, Travel, Nature
Response Rate
87%
Response Time
Within a few hours
About the Homestay
- Welcomes
- Males
- Females
- Couples
- Families
- Students
We are a lovely family of six, with four children. Oh, we have another family member, a German Shepherd who guards our backyard and keeps us safe. My children are well-mannered and know not to disturb others. Most of the time, they are at school or attending various extracurricular activities. They go to bed before 10 PM.
Our house is located in a quiet neighborhood, a 4-minute walk to Central Park, less than half an hour from downtown and Metrotown Shopping Center, and close to the library and community center.
All rooms are very bright, suitable for students, business travelers and traveling couples. Imagine waking up to the gentle caress of a sunbeam streaming into your room, filling your morning with a warm and golden glow. Of course, if you prefer not to be awakened by the morning light, we have also provided blackout curtains to ensure your peaceful slumber.
In order to provide our friends with a clean, tidy and comfortable sleeping environment, we have prepared double beds and queen beds, but no single beds. We would love to host friends from all over the world. Welcome!
House Facilities
- Garden
- Parking
- TV
- Internet Access
- Air Conditioning
Bedrooms available for booking
About the Area
Our house is located in a quiet and safe neighborhood, a 4-minute walk to Central Park, less than half an hour from downtown and Metrotown Shopping Center, and close to the library and community center.
Local Area Facilities
- Park
- Shopping Centre
- Bus Stop
- Train station
Meals
Hosts can offer a complimentary light breakfast at their discretion. All other meals, including a full breakfast, might incur an additional cost, if offered. Meals and any additional payment should be arranged directly with your host.
Included in the stay
- Complimentary Light Breakfast
- Use of Kitchen
House Rules
No pets, no smoking, no drugs, no illegal activities. No unapproved guests.
Please keep quiet after 10:00 pm.
Bedding and bath towel are provided, but no face towels, toothpaste, toothbrushes, and body soap.
Kitchen and guest utensils are available, but need to clean them yourself.
Shower room is shared, please clean after each use.
Please inform us in advance if you will be returning home after 11pm or staying out overnight.
Guests staying for more than one month can pay the rent on a monthly basis, and other guests are required to pay a deposit of $200. Refund in full when check out if no damages.
Then first payment on your arriving day in cash or e-transfer.
Cancellation Policy: We ask our guests to give us at least 2 weeks’ notice for any cancellation. Any cancellation later than this will not be refunded.
For guests who stay for more than one month, we provide free airport pick-up service or $50 cash back for taxi fare.
We are not responsible for any accidents that may occur in the yard or within the house during your stay. By checking in, you agree to the above rules.
Smoking Rules
Your host is a non-smoker.
Smoking is not allowed.
10 Reviews
October 2024
Devin is a great host with an awesome family!! Including the beautiful dog! It was a really nice experience to stay in their house. If the situation arises, I will definitely stay with them again
September 2024
He is a very kind and helpful landlord, and I had a wonderful time with him and his family. I'm very happy to have stayed here. Highly recommended for those who enjoy traveling and experiencing different cultures.
August 2024
This guest awarded the host 5 hearts but didn’t leave any comments.
June 2024
Good location, the room is simple but enough for my short stay. Family is nice and flexible.
First time use this platform and appreciate host allow me to stay only a few days which normally 1 week plus, paid 10$ extra each day for short stay but still good price.
And He is straightforward and also nice to communicate with once you know him.A few tips if you are new to Homestay and also get yourself prepared:
1. Read host rules carefully. be prepared to have some cash for deposit.
2. Check with host on arrival time, discuss anything if needed, especially if you arrive late in evening. Thanks Devin waiting around midnight.
3. Get clear on the normal routines during stayWill consider again if visit Vancouver in the future
Host reply
Thank you for your review. I wish you all the best.
May 2024
I had an absolutely wonderful experience at Devin's Homestay! From the moment I arrived, the warmth and kindness of the family made me feel right at home. They went above and beyond to ensure that my stay was comfortable and enjoyable. Throughout my 40-day stay, the family was incredibly accommodating, always ready to assist with anything I needed. The atmosphere at Devin's Homestay was welcoming and cozy, making it easy for me to relax and unwind after a long day of exploring the area. I felt like a part of the family.
Host reply
Thank you very much for your review. I'm glad you had a great time at my house. Wish you all the best.
February 2024
La chambre est agréable et très lumineuse. Les hôtes sont très gentils, à noter cependant qu'ils ont 4 enfant en bas âge, ce qui est à prendre en compte si vous voulez un logement calme.
Host reply
Thank you for your review and reminder. Our four children go to school during the day and take interest classes on the weekends, which can get a bit noisy around dinner. They go to bed around 9 o'clock.
I hope everything is going well with you.February 2024
Devin and this family are kind and very welcoming. we shared during meals. we highly recommend.
Host reply
Thank you, Pierre. Hope you all the best.
January 2024
Extremely nice family, good value for money, Good location, gratefull for the opportunity to stay.
Host reply
Thanks for your review.
December 2023
Devin's home is very kind family.I'm pleased with staying here.You can stay with nice experience.
Host reply
Thanks. You're welcom.
December 2023
We really enjoyed our stay with Devin and Lillian. They are both very warm and loving people and they treated us like family. Their children are very sweet and polite. We would always recommend to stay with Devin and Lillian.
Host reply
Thank you for your review, Alina. Let our guests have a good sleep every day, and feel like home when staying here is our greatest hope.
How do I book?
Contact the host to check their availability and ask them any questions you have about staying with them. Once the host confirms they’re available for your dates, you can complete your booking.
When do I pay?
Once a host confirms they're available, you can go ahead and pay the 15% booking fee (maximum of 250 $£€ for longer term bookings) and a 25% deposit using a choice of payments: Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Maestro, Laser, JCB & PayPal. The deposit is collected in advance on behalf of the host to protect against no show or late cancellations (within 7 days of arrival). You then pay your host the balance due on arrival. The 25% deposit payment is made to the host 2 business days after your scheduled arrival date. This deposit payment will only be refunded if you cancel the booking at least 7 full days prior to arrival.
When can I share my contact details?
Host and Guest email address, phone number and home address will be exchanged in a confirmation email sent to both immediately after a booking is completed. It's against our policy for Guests and Hosts to exchange direct contact details via our messaging system.