Simon's house was a great home away from home for our Christmas vacation! Simon was a fabulous host that met our every need in a timely manner. He really went out of his way to make us comfortable and even bought a Christmas tree for us to enjoy after I explained that we would love to have one for the holiday. He wasn't there during our stay but his brother Martin, who lives downstairs, was very helpful and friendly. Absolutely no problems with check-in.
The house itself is great and very spacious. It is an apartment on the 2nd level of a traditional Belgian apartment building. The first floor contained the living room, dining room, and kitchen, the second floor had two bedrooms and a bathroom, and the attic contained another bedroom. There are a lot of stairs so be ready for that! The host left a welcome letter with the wifi password, tips for the house, and local recommendations. The kitchen had plenty of cookware as well as a lot of spices and oils for cooking. Within walking distance were a couple of markets as well.
The location is not bad. It's still in the city but not directly downtown. There are a lot of cafes, restaurants, and stores nearby so anything you need is available. Within walking distance is a tram stop and Uber is also available and not too expensive. We rented a car and most of the time were able to park on the street in front but a few times if we came back late then I would have to drive a couple blocks away to park. During the day, however, parking was always available and costs 1.50 euro per hour between 9am and 6pm. At night and on Sundays and holidays it was free.
In conclusion, we loved our stay at Simon's house and definitely recommend it, especially if you are staying for more than just a few days. We felt at home and were actually a little sad to leave.