Etienne's apt, in the heart of the old city, but away from any noise or tourist hustle bustle, was a perfect escape. We were there 5 days, and never got bored. Etienne was always reachable by phone or messaging on Airbnb. The bed was comfy, the room darkening shades let us sleep in, and the coffee machine got us going in the morning (with some help from the croissants at Paillard). We tobogganed by the Frontenac, and ice skated both at Place D'Youville and the Plains of Abraham (where sadly there wasnt enough snow for cross country ski rentals. ). Everyday was an adventure, to the fort, to the lower city, to St Roch, to the Musee de Beaux Arts. We had esp good times listening to music at Fou Bar and Bar St Angele. Our favorite meal was at Louise Taverne (boudins blanc et noir!). Our least favorite was at the highly rated disappointment, Chez Rioux et Pettigrew. (the holiday menu was terrible.) All in all, QC was a terrific spot to celebrate our 40th anniversary. We will be back.