Quilchena is a great, quiet residential neighbourhood in Vancouver west that offers both single-and multi-family homes.There is lots of history and character within the neighbourhood with many older-built homes. It is also within great proximity to both downtown and UBC.  There are multiple schools within the neighbourhood such as Quilchena Elementary School and Prince of Wales Secondary School. There are also great recreational amenities in the neighbourhood with Quilchena Park. This park holds baseball diamonds, soccer fields, a skateboard park and paths for walking/jogging.  Most shopping in the area can be done at Arbutus Village, which holds grocery stores, a liquor store, quality seafood shop, and other shopping outlets. There are also many restaurants in the neighbourhood within walking distance or a quick drive down the roadGetting around Vancouver is simple in Quilchena as well, with convenient and frequent bus routes placed all over the community.