France was a great host, and her studio apartment was perfect for my wife and I during our week-long stay in Montreal. Mile End is a great area, very central (close to the Metro, 10 minutes from downtown and Old Port), and this place is right in the heart of it all. The famous Fairmount Bagels is minutes away, and there's a great bakery called Guillaume directly across the street that's perfect for a morning croissant and a coffee. All of the surrounding boutique shops and restaurants are great as well! Needless to say, we left with our suitcases more full than when we arrived :)
France's studio is a perfect size for one or two people. It's a bit small, but it's about the size of a small hotel room, so if you've traveled abroad (or if you've ever been inside a New York apartment) the size isn't an issue at all. If you're looking to save some money by not staying in a hotel, and if you want to be in a very hip neighborhood as a base for your Montreal explorations, this studio is the place for you!