We couldn’t be happier about our stay at Philippe’s place!
First of all, Hélène, one of the co-hosts, was super quick to respond to my booking request. We were confirmed within a few minutes. The check-in/-our instructions she gave us were detailed and accurate.
When we arrived the place was exactly as expected. The condo was in a modern building and in a safe, trendy neighborhood. The place was on the top floor, which was always quiet. The place had a nice balcony overlooking a main road. Surprisingly, we barely heard road noise at night. The complimentary indoor parking, which was our favorite feature, was very convenient (especially during the winter). Take note that the garage is quite tight and the ceiling is low, if you plan on driving a large vehicle.
The actual place was cozy, chic, and spacious. It was beautifully furnished and had updated appliances (washer & dryer, microwave, fridge, oven/stove, coffeemaker, etc.). Philippe provided so many thoughtful amenities, which made this place truly feel like home. Additionally, we appreciated the personal touches, like his local restaurant/attraction recommendations in the information booklet and other brochures.
The bathroom had an updated standing shower (no seat/tub), and shampoo & body wash were provided. The common area was quite large—the table could fit 4 and the kitchen countertop could fit 2. The couch had a pull-out bed, which could probably fit 2 adults or 2-3 kids. The TV had free Netflix, which came in handy for a lazy night-in. The bedroom was simple, had decent closet space, and the bed was clean and actually very comfortable.
We loved how much natural sunlight came in during the day. Take note that you cannot control the balcony exterior light, and it usually stays on late at night. You are able to individually control the thermostat in the bathroom, common area, and the bedroom, which was neat.
You also have access to the gym and terrace (not during the winter) on the same floor, but we didn’t utilize them. The gym only had cardio-based machines—no free weights.
What we loved most about the place was how close it was to everything! We walked everywhere. Rue-Saint-Joseph is a block away and has countless exceptional restaurants, local boutiques, and thrift/vintage shops—it’s pretty “hipster” and caters to younger adults. Old Québec is about 1 mile away (southeast). Rue-Saint-Jean, which also has many great restaurants and historical shops, is about a 15-minute walk away (south). The building was on a well-lit, main road and was easy to find. We felt very safe and welcoming in the community.
Philippe’s place was reasonably priced, considering all the amenities, the free indoor parking, and its prime location to so many attractions. It’s perfect for couples or small families. We would love to stay here again for future visits to Québec City!