The private place and the shared kitchen were both wonderful. Watching the snow through the big windows from within the comfort of this older apartment was a beautiful experience. The adjustable height desk, the cute little expresso machine, and of course the bidet, tipped that base experience into a feeling of being pampered and at home. The signs on doors were helpful, and I felt that generally the host has put a lot of care into understanding the needs of their guests. The location was excellent and overall I couldn't have asked for a better jumping-off-point for exploring and experiencing Montreal for the first time.