Nina and her family were super welcoming. She was there to greet us, super communicative throughout and warm. Nina even had fresh bread and local in-season strawberries sourced from the Quebec City region waiting for us along with a fruit bowl and tea/coffee for the morning. Their home was like staying in an art gallery, so much attention to design, but still very comfortable and quality appliances (including washer/dryer). The neighbourhood was picture perfect and quiet. We loved shopping on Laurier and it was also close to the Mile End and an easy to walk all over the Plateau area, plus close to the Metro. The park that is just 1/2 block away has great lounge chairs in the sun. The thing I liked too was staying in a local's home, with the opportunity for an occasional 'stop and chat', but also lots of privacy and quiet. The shared staircase didn't trouble us at all and was part of the beautiful craftsmanship of the home. We would stay here again and highly recommend. Incredible value in one of the best neighbourhoods in Montreal. My inlaws who are a bit more traditional in their lodging choices and new to airbnb even loved it.