VANCOUVER HOMESTAY
Vancouver Homestay
Brochure (English) |
HOMESTAY PROGRAM RATESYou will find here information regarding levels of homestay rates and accommodations: Above daily rates are based on single occupancy in a private room and valid until December 31st, 2007. Double occupancy or couples sharing the same room are welcome, however the chosen rate will be multiplied by one and a half time.
All homestay rates are in Canadian dollar currency. -
Our minimum stay is
two weeks.
Homestays are different; therefore, we take the time to check all accommodations and make sure that they meet our minimum standards. All Homestays will include the following: English speaking family Private room with a window Comfortable bed (includes linen, duvet cover, blanket and two pillows) Night table, lamp, and alarm clock/radio Work desk with chair and desk lamp Closet and a mirror Access to TV with cable channels in the living room Private or shared bathroom If meals included: See B&B, 2 meals, or 3 meals plans
Levels of homestay accommodations:The following is a comparison between three types of homestay accommodations Standard | Semi-Deluxe | Deluxe | Private Room | Private Room or Studio Suite | Private Room or Studio Suite | | Shared bathroom | Shared bathroom with one or two persons | Private Bathroom not sharing | Single Bed, futon bed, sofa-bed, hid-abed, airbed, or waterbed | Standard Twin or Double Bed | Double or Queen Bed | Nearby bus route and public transportation | Close to bus, sea bus, or ski train stop | Very close to bus, sea bus, or ski train. | Room with a window | Room with large window | The room with large window or access to a patio, garden, or balcony | Basement, ground level, or higher levels if possible | Main level of a house or upper floors if possible | Must be on higher levels of a house, in a condo, or private studio suites | - | High-speed Internet Access | In-room High-speed Internet Access | TV in living room | May include additional in-room TV with basic cable or in student living area. | In-room TV with extended cable or satellite channels. May also include use of DVD | - | Near public library | Near Public Library |
One-time Agency Placement & Application Fee | Agency Cost | Age 18 & Older One time payment | Age 17 and younger One time payment | | *Guest/Student Placement & Application Fee | CAD $200 | CAD $300 | | Airport pick up charge: applies to bus, ferry, train depot and airport meet and greet service, or moving transportation charge | CAD $75 |
* One-time placement fee only. No additional homestay replacement fees for students and guests who have adhered to homestay guidelines. |
Minor Student Services: for students up to 17 years old who require extra attention in terms of room cleaning, doing laundry, some driving, etc... Please consider adding CAN $200 a month per student to above rates. Airport Pick up ServicesCAN $75 per student/visitor. This service is provided by insured and licensed meet and greet company that will meet and assist you to your homestay.
 Refund Policy:
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Agency placement fee is non-refundable. Other payments like homestay rates may be refundable at 90% of the unused portion of the stay, and subject to 4 (four) weeks notice.
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