FABULOUS floorplan in this 2-Bedroom +Den/Office in an intimate CONCRETE bldg, just 1 block from Granville. With a Walk Score of 97, you're so close to all of the great stores and restaurants that define the exclusive Granville area. Browse the latest bestsellers at Chapters, or plan your decor ideas at Restoration Hardware. Want to indulge your inner foodie? You can take cooking classes at Williams-Sonoma, or if you're not inspired to cook, pick up great to-go meals at Meinhardts. Enjoy a luxurious dinner at Siena, or West; or pick up a casual coffee at Bean Around the World or Starbucks. Spend an afternoon browsing the myriad of galleries on Gallery Row - or pick up the latest pair of Kate Spade shoes at Freeman's.

At the end of a long day, you can indulge in a glass of wine on the balcony facing a gorgeous and quiet tree-lined street and landscaped gardens. Brazilian Cherry H/W floors set a luxurious tone for this bright corner suite with exposure on 3 sides (North, East and South). The spacious Living/Dining area is great for entertaining. Updates include: new lighting; Custom blinds; new Stainless Steel range cooktop & wall oven; Stainless Steel appliances; retractable screen door to balcony; blackout blinds in the bedroom. Do you need some peace and quiet to get some work done? You'll love the Den/Office with reversible blinds and glass door. Both bedrooms feature large windows, Hardwood floors. The Master Suite has a 4-pc ensuite and a spacious walk-in closet for all your gowns and fancy suits. The unit even has room for side-by-side washer and dryer, and has it's own new (March 2016) Hot Water tank.

Royal Gardens is a small and very friendly 27-unit building with no rental restrictions. One pet is allowed, and there are no restrictions on rentals. The unit has one secured underground parking (#12) and a Locker (#10).

One of the best things about this listing is the location - you're just a short walk from great shopping, dining and nightlife of Granville and Broadway. The building is within short walking distance to transit, bikeroutes, two playgrounds, the Lawn Bowling and Tennis Club, etc. Celebrate live theatre at the Stanley just 5-minutes away, and there are plenty of pubs and after-hours bistros to unwind after the show. Just 17 minutes south to YVR, or 5 minutes to Granville Island and the Seawall.

Building updates in this proactive strata: Elevators 3yrs ago; Roof recently; Hallways (carpet, paint, hardware) in Fall 2015. Pipes should have 20-30 years life left.

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