If you are considering a visit to Ghent, you must go ahead, but most importantly - Johan's apartment is where you must stay. The apartment is great and Johan is charming. The apartment its self is very well laid out, attention has been paid to all detail. It has views that over look the rear garden area, and a view overlooking the street to the front. Both outlooks are pleasant and interesting. There is street parking directly outside the apartment for e3.50 a day. The apartment is practically on the edge of the historical area and ideally situated. Prior to our visit Johan supplied us with detailed instruction and directions. We arrived in Ghent earlier than arranged but Johan was very happy to meet us at the apartment early. He is a wealth of local information and very eager to offer any advise and help, but most of all he is a charming, welcoming ( and very handsome according to my Girlfriend ! ) host. We thoroughly enjoyed our stay, and should the opportunity arise again, we would love to return.