The unit is spacious and in a great location with respect to bars, restaurants and public transit. And it is very convenient to have a kitchen fully outfitted with appliances, dish ware and utensils, and a bathroom with a full array of necessary toiletries. Additionally, Dany is exceptionally polite, professional and responsive as a host. Also, Dany’s YouTube video on parking was quite helpful in understanding Montreal’s multitude of parking rules and was very much appreciated.

There were three oscillating fans provided (definitely needed given it was 90 degrees when we were there and, as with most residential dwellings in Montreal, there is no air conditioning in the unit). However, unlike the clean living spaces, the fans had large accumulations of dust buildup on them. Additionally, the back door would not properly close (or therefore lock) because the door was out of square with the jamb and wouldn’t shut all the way. Also, some of the windows in the back didn’t close all the way, and/or there were gaps in their screens. Understandably, issues like these are not uncommon for an older building, but nonetheless, with these points in mind, the unit could use some routine maintenance and a more thorough cleaning.