We have family members living in the Monkland Avenue area of Montreal, so this apartment's location was quite convenient for us. It was close to our family and also close to great Montreal bagels and several excellent bakeries, as well as cafes, restaurants, and shops. Of special interest to me is a very nice yarn and knitting supply place (about a 15-minute walk).
The apartment itself is very nice. It's clean and snug with new furniture, new appliances, and excellent lighting. It's also laid-out well. Before being there, I was concerned that a basement might be dark or damp, particularly in winter when we were visiting, but that was not the case. It was bright, pleasant, and a comfortable temperature.
We didn't see much of the hosts, but they greeted us when we arrived, gave us a good tour, and were readily available when we had a question about an appliance.
I highly recommend this apartment and would choose to stay there again if we had the opportunity.