Mélanie's place is just fantastic. It's well situated in a residential part of the fashionable St-Gilles where there's lots to see and do. It's close to the action but very quiet and peaceful in the apartment.
As a host Mélanie goes above and beyond. Before booking, I casually asked about the blinds in the bedroom (I'm a light sleeper and 2 out of the 3 windows had blinds). It did not deter me anyway but by the time of check in, Mélanie had a 3rd blind installed in her bedroom. It was very thoughtful of her and I really appreciated it.
Do ask Mélanie for some suggestions of local bars and restaurants, she has a few up her sleeve. We only made it to one bar, La Pompe, but it was great. It's laid back and just round the corner. My own little tip: go to the markets at the Commune de Saint-Gilles on Place Maurice van Meenen, which is less than 10minutes away by foot. It's on every Monday from 12:30pm to 7pm. Rub shoulders with the locals while having a drink and a snack, then pick up a few goodies to take home for a meal.
I'm truly sad to leave and will happily stay here again another time.