Helene was very accommodating. The house was spotless and comfortable, she gave us all the information we needed about where to eat and what to see, and made herself available to answer any questions throughout our trip. The house is not in the middle of downtown, but it was very easy to rent a city bike ($5 Canadian) and check it out via Montreal's divided, safe-feeling bike lanes. There's a grocery, restaurants, cafes and shops within a short walking distance. My 5 friends and I had a blast celebrating my birthday, and I would return there in a heartbeat!