Just finished a two-month stay in this space. This is an incredible place to call home situated right in the center of the Old Port area of Montreal! It is less than a 5 minute walk to Notre Dame Basilica and Place d'Arms. At the same time, you are also less than 5 minutes to the riverwalk and the Square Victoria-OACI Metro Station. It is also situated on a side street perfect for receiving Ubers without a fuss, and nearby to a pharmacy, convenience store, and about a 600 meter walk to the IGA Duke grocery store.
As for the apartment itself, it was large, but smaller than it appears in the photos. Still, during the Winter 2021-22 lockdowns and curfew, I was able to create a walking track of sorts inside the apartment that went through the bedroom and around the kitchen which was excellent for getting exercise when gyms were closed and it wasn't possible to leave the room at night. This shows you how spacious the flat was. The kitchen has plenty of counterspace for creating meals, and the furniture is comfortable to sit-in even for someone like myself that is tall and has back issues.
As for recommendations, I have only a couple comments. When I arrived, it was unusually hot in the apartment for the winter. I quickly discovered that the radiator was turned on fully, but the valve to adjust the setting was hidden behind the rightmost white wood panel nearest the white chair and mirror in the living room. Providing easier access to this would be an energy savings, so as to prevent guests from running the A/C unnecessarily during the bitter cold Montreal winter.
Secondly, as others have mentioned, do be aware that there is a pub very nearby the apartment on the ground floor of the adjoining building. Late at night, even during weekdays, revelers can be heard leaving the pub. This likely would not be a problem for most people, but for light sleepers could be noticeable. The sound can be dampened just before going to bed by turning on the hood range over the stove in the kitchen, which will automatically turn off again after about 3 hours.
Lastly, I'm not sure if it was just not publicly accessible or if there was another reason, but there is a beautiful terrace and rooftop on the top floor of the apartment building which provides excellent views of the Old Port, the downtown core, and the river. There was no signs saying private property, and no lock on the door leading out to the rooftop. It can be accessed by using the stairwell and going to the very top floor.
Using these travel tips to maximize the space, I would highly recommend the flat, and its excellent location to other travelers, and I hope to return one day! Thank you so much to Loft for hosting me!