Took advantage of the proximity to Jean Talon market, and Milano (Italian grocery) and picked up lots of wonderful things to cook in the studio. Which has plenty of pots & pans, etc and a great stove and fridge.
Great beer selection and late night eats at Vices and Versa, which is only a couple blocks away. Bagels on Fairmount not too far either. Neighborhood and studio felt safe, not a far walk to Beaubien metro stop. Temperature in studio was great. Was able to easily find a parking spot right out front for the weekend. I'd book here again. Though the noise from the cars, trucks and buses driving down the street made it hard for me to fall asleep and woke me up early, so if you're a light sleeper like me you should bring ear plugs. Also, couldn't find a guest book, which would have been helpful for figuring out recycling and how to use the stovetop espresso maker (easily googled a how to, using the studio wi-fi).