This is THE place to stay in Montréal. Fantastic dumplings at the corner--just a 30-second walk--and a boulangerie a couple blocks to the right. If you walk up Grey, take a left and make your way to Monkland, there's some great bars with fine scotch...20-minute walk. the train is SUPER close. That's great! 3-day train pass to enjoy the finest restaurants and ice cream. Junior's Filipino, Jardin Nelson, museum Point-à-Callière.
As for Marie's place, she is super quiet, the upstairs is all yours: we dined out, played Scrabble in, sat on the front or back porch and had a glass of wine. Beds were super comfy. Great shower. I will be returning annually...AT LEAST! Lovely library, excellent kitchenette. What more can I say?!