

Arriving
During your stay
Explore the Area
Before you go
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1. You have arrived at 218 Queen Street East

2. Open the gate
The gate is not locked. Slide it open.
If the gate is open, it may be because the employment agency next door leaves it that way during their hours (Monday to Friday, 3:30 pm to 5:00 pm). Please leave the gate as you found it during that time. At all other times, please close it behind you.

3. Unlock the building door
Use your key to unlock the doorknob.
Please close the door behind you. It will automatically lock once closed.
4. Unlock your apartment door
- Enter your 4 digit code.
- Press the checkmark to unlock.
- To lock, press the checkmark (no code needed).

Parking Options
We do not provide parking. Here are the nearest options.
Parking garage (Green P)
323 Richmond Street East, 170 meters away.
Rates and other information:
https://parking.greenp.com/carpark/125_323-richmond-street-east/
Temporary on-street parking permit
A temporary parking permit lets you park on nearby residential streets (Seaton Street, Milan Street, Ontario Street and others) for the length of the permit.
- Permits are subject to availability and not guaranteed.
- Keep an eye on the parking signs to make sure you park on a permitted street.
- Print your permit. The closest Staples is at 517 Richmond Street East.
- Our area is Parking Area 7B.
Fees
- 24 hours: $18.99 + HST
- 48 hours: $27.45 + HST
- 7 days: $41.16 + HST
More information and permits from the City of Toronto:
https://www.toronto.ca/services-payments/streets-parking-transportation/applying-for-a-parking-permit/temporary-on-street-parking/

Wifi
Locks
Your access code
We have electronic locks. Your 4 digit access code is in your booking message, sent before your arrival.
Front gate
The gate is not locked. Slide it open.
If the gate is open, it may be because the employment agency next door leaves it that way during their hours (Monday to Friday, 3:30 pm to 5:00 pm). Please leave the gate as you found it during that time. At all other times, please close it behind you.
Building front door
Use your key to unlock the doorknob.
Please close the door behind you. It will automatically lock once closed.
Key won’t come out? Make sure the lever is fully turned back to the straight position before pulling the key out.

Apartment door
- Enter your 4 digit code.
- Press the checkmark to unlock.
- To lock, press the checkmark (no code needed).

Spare keys
In an emergency, we have a spare set of keys in a lockbox outside. Please contact us for access.
Kitchen
How to use the Keurig
- Fill the back reservoir with a cup of water.
- Open the front top compartment.
- Insert a new Keurig pod.
- Close the front top compartment.
- Wait for the light to blink, then push the top button to start.
Bathroom
Hot water
The hot water tank is in the basement. If the water is coming out cold, leave the hot water running for 30 seconds.
TV
The TV is set up with Netflix.
Next: Garbage ›Garbage
City collection happens every Monday evening. The best time to take out your garbage is Tuesday or Wednesday, when the bins are freshly emptied.
- Black bins: garbage
- Blue bins: recycling
Finding the bins
The bins are in the alley behind the building (accessible from Sherbourne Street).
Exit onto Queen Street, turn right, and walk north on Sherbourne Street for about 75 meters. The bins are in the first alley on the right.



Mail & Packages
Mail is collected at the top of the steps where you entered. We do not have a concierge service.
Packages
If you’re receiving packages, give the delivery driver your phone number and meet them at the door. Packages left outside may be stolen.
You can also have packages sent to one of the pickup points below.
Amazon Locker, FedEx and DHL
The Staples at 517 Richmond Street East (450 meters away) has Amazon Lockers and will hold your FedEx and DHL packages.
Details:
https://stores.staples.ca/on/toronto/office-supplies-ca-26.html
Canada Post
Canada Post will hold your packages for pickup. The nearest location is 260 Adelaide Street East (450 meters away).
Penguin Pickup
The closest Penguin Pickup is 140 Sackville Street (750 meters away).
Details:
https://penguinpickup.com
Safety
Fire extinguisher
In the kitchen, under the sink.
First aid kit
In the cabinet above the fridge.
Batteries and supplies
Batteries and other miscellaneous items are in the cabinet above the fridge.
Essentials
Everyday errands close to the apartment. Tap a link to open it in Google Maps.
Groceries

Rocco’s NOFRILLS Toronto
200 Front St E, Toronto, ON M5A 4T9
Tap the link below for directions on Google Maps:
https://maps.google.com/?cid=8759280475225072086

Kabul Farms Supermarket
230 Parliament St, Toronto, ON M5A 3A4
Tap the link below for directions on Google Maps:
https://maps.google.com/?cid=14076702039835360288
Pharmacies

Shoppers Drug Mart
237 Queen St E, Toronto, ON M5A 1S5
Tap the link below for directions on Google Maps:
https://maps.google.com/?cid=2337612601257896131

Loblaw Pharmacy
200 Front St E, Toronto, ON M5A 4T9
Tap the link below for directions on Google Maps:
https://maps.google.com/?cid=11976353760130454579
LCBO (Alcohol)

LCBO
222 Front St E, Toronto, ON M5A 1E7
Tap the link below for directions on Google Maps:
https://maps.google.com/?cid=12061694068262202177
Post Office

Canada Post – Town Of York Po
260 Adelaide St E, Toronto, ON M5A 1N0
Tap the link below for directions on Google Maps:
https://maps.google.com/?cid=5477265053438349637
Getting Around
Nearest transit and EV charging. Tap a link to open it in Google Maps.
TTC Stop

Queen St East at Sherbourne St
Toronto, ON M5A 1S3
The closest TTC bus or streetcar stop to the apartment. Open the link for routes and directions.
Tap the link below for directions on Google Maps:
https://maps.google.com/?cid=11731150182271755691
Subway Station

Queen Station
8 Queen St W, Toronto, ON M5C 3G5
The closest TTC subway station to the apartment. Open the link for directions.
Tap the link below for directions on Google Maps:
https://maps.google.com/?cid=17680231762358386086
EV Charger

Flo Charging Station
92 Front St E, Toronto, ON M5C 1G9
Tap the link below for directions on Google Maps:
https://maps.google.com/?cid=18335769047251647031
Eat & Drink
Coffee and restaurants we recommend nearby. Tap a link to open it in Google Maps.
Coffee

The Black Canary Espresso Bar (Sherbourne)
61 Sherbourne St, Toronto, ON M5A 2P8
Homey mom-&-pop coffee shop decorated with funky art serving the usual coffee drinks & baked goods.
Tap the link below for directions on Google Maps:
https://maps.google.com/?cid=3217436849513010635

Fahrenheit Coffee
120 Lombard St, Toronto, ON M5C 3H5
Specialty coffee drinks made with house-roasted beans are poured, plus light fare & baked goods.
Tap the link below for directions on Google Maps:
https://maps.google.com/?cid=15784468381387369305
Restaurants

KINKA IZAKAYA ORIGINAL
398 Church St, Toronto, ON M5B 2A2
Festive mainstay offering Japanese small plates & drinks in a lively atmosphere.
Tap the link below for directions on Google Maps:
https://maps.google.com/?cid=16933563069368905030

Zakkushi on Carlton
193 Carlton St., Toronto, ON M5A 2K7
Cozy Japanese spot with a tapas menu featuring yakitori (charbroiled skewers of meat), plus sake.
Tap the link below for directions on Google Maps:
https://maps.google.com/?cid=15806716144157387223

Biagio Ristorante
155 King St E, Toronto, ON M5C 1G9
Fine-dining go-to for Italian dishes, with an arched ceiling, back patio & 1,500-label wine list.
Tap the link below for directions on Google Maps:
https://maps.google.com/?cid=10338010138740296796

Bellissimo Pizzeria & Ristorante
164 The Esplanade, Toronto, ON M5A 4H2
Pasta & pizza, plus burgers & souvlaki, in an unassuming setting with indoor & outdoor seating.
Tap the link below for directions on Google Maps:
https://maps.google.com/?cid=14894325669568337363

Hokkaido Ramen Santouka
91 Dundas St E, Toronto, ON M5B 2C8
Part of a chain, this vibrant Japanese noodle restaurant specializes in ramen in pork bone broth.
Tap the link below for directions on Google Maps:
https://maps.google.com/?cid=15469086489585826226

Kiyomi
76 Gerrard St E, Toronto, ON M5G 2A7
Elegant, compact Japanese restaurant offering chef’s-choice menus of traditional sushi or tempura.
Tap the link below for directions on Google Maps:
https://maps.google.com/?cid=18295646259555994269

McVeigh’s Irish Pub
124 Church St, Toronto, ON M5C 0C3
Classic Irish bar, founded in 1962, with many draft beers & whiskies, pub grub & live folk bands.
Tap the link below for directions on Google Maps:
https://maps.google.com/?cid=1952637967533685805

The Corner Place
11 Jarvis St, Toronto, ON M5E 1N3
Small plates & international cuisine are the focus at this laid-back bar & restaurant.
Tap the link below for directions on Google Maps:
https://maps.google.com/?cid=7065946732211855185

The Keg Steakhouse + Bar – Esplanade
26 The Esplanade, Toronto, ON M5E 1A7
Classic steak & seafood dishes are the mainstays at this stylish yet casual chain restaurant.
Tap the link below for directions on Google Maps:
https://maps.google.com/?cid=1693741008497719886

Figs Breakfast Lunch
344 Queen St E, Toronto, ON M5A 1S8
Renowned eggs Benedict, plus omelets & salads, are on the menu at this welcoming restaurant.
Tap the link below for directions on Google Maps:
https://maps.google.com/?cid=1109929975816856840
Shopping
Malls, markets and shopping districts nearby. Tap a place to see what it is and get directions on Google Maps.
CF Toronto Eaton Centre

220 Yonge St, Toronto, ON M5B 2H1
Huge array of shops, clothiers & restaurants in a soaring, historic mall with a glass ceiling.
Tap the link below for directions on Google Maps:
https://maps.google.com/?cid=10054590163955992631
The Tenor
10 Dundas St E, Toronto, ON M5B 2G9
Billboard-adorned multi-use mall, popular for its movie theater & diverse array of restaurants.
Tap the link below for directions on Google Maps:
https://maps.google.com/?cid=16097039867945524335
Yorkville Village

55 Avenue Rd Suite 2250, Toronto, ON M5R 3L2
Refined, upmarket mall with organic groceries, high-end clothiers, shoes & home furnishings.
Tap the link below for directions on Google Maps:
https://maps.google.com/?cid=3301185719141757259
Yorkdale Shopping Centre

3401 Dufferin St, North York, ON M6A 2T9
High-end & casual clothiers, retailers & restaurants in a bright, modern indoor complex.
Tap the link below for directions on Google Maps:
https://maps.google.com/?cid=11045315646707408569
St. Lawrence Market

93 Front St E, Toronto, ON M5E 1C3
Spacious market with 100+ vendors, bakers, butchers & artisans, with produce & antiques on weekends.
Tap the link below for directions on Google Maps:
https://maps.google.com/?cid=14558648499821721341
Local Attractions
Popular places to visit in and around Toronto. Tap a place to see what it is and get directions on Google Maps.
LEGOLAND Discovery Centre Toronto

Indoor family attraction inside Vaughan Mills mall, just north of Toronto, with LEGO build and play zones, rides, a 4D cinema, a soft play area and a shop.
Tap the link below for directions on Google Maps:
https://maps.google.com/?cid=13297252424108899037
Riverdale Farm

A working farm with livestock, gardens and craft programs, set in a park with ponds and picnic areas.
Tap the link below for directions on Google Maps:
https://maps.google.com/?cid=12519076907815886615
Ripley’s Aquarium of Canada

A large, modern aquarium with many species and habitats on display, plus events and classes.
Tap the link below for directions on Google Maps:
https://maps.google.com/?cid=10209407575645757757
Royal Ontario Museum

Natural history and world cultures galleries, including dinosaur fossil skeletons.
Tap the link below for directions on Google Maps:
https://maps.google.com/?cid=14520789240037897618
Art Gallery of Ontario

A large gallery with a big Canadian collection and European masterworks, in a building renovated by Frank Gehry.
Tap the link below for directions on Google Maps:
https://maps.google.com/?cid=15719664235306829487
Medieval Times Dinner & Tournament

Jousting, horsemanship and falconry, with a four-course meal eaten without utensils in a castle-like space.
Tap the link below for directions on Google Maps:
https://maps.google.com/?cid=2616853612872144413
Canada’s Wonderland

A huge amusement park in Vaughan with around 200 attractions, including roller coasters and a water park.
Tap the link below for directions on Google Maps:
https://maps.google.com/?cid=9774644099602906364
CN Tower

A landmark tower over 553 metres tall, with a glass floor, a revolving restaurant and panoramic views.
Tap the link below for directions on Google Maps:
https://maps.google.com/?cid=1580157384328508801
Casa Loma

A grand 1914 castle with regular tours and gardens that are open seasonally.
Tap the link below for directions on Google Maps:
https://maps.google.com/?cid=7024710250092976207
Hockey Hall of Fame

A vast collection of hockey memorabilia, including famous gear, interactive games and the Stanley Cup.
Tap the link below for directions on Google Maps:
https://maps.google.com/?cid=18348671405043441163
Toronto Zoo

An immense zoo with outdoor pavilions housing hundreds of species, plus a large botanical collection.
Tap the link below for directions on Google Maps:
https://maps.google.com/?cid=11392271285188539864
Kensington Market

A walkable, bohemian neighbourhood with indie shops, vintage boutiques, arts spaces, specialty grocers, bakeries, cheese shops, cafes and restaurants.
Tap the link below for directions on Google Maps:
https://maps.google.com/?cid=5128844828273795084
The Distillery District

A pedestrian-only historic district in former distillery buildings, now home to boutiques, galleries, cafes and restaurants.
Tap the link below for directions on Google Maps:
https://maps.google.com/?cid=10241881967959162025
Check-Out
You don’t need to do anything special when checking out. We’ll take care of everything once you’ve left. Just relax and enjoy the rest of your stay ♥️
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