Brooke's place is located on a quiet, leafy, historically beautiful street away from the hustle and bustle of the main streets but with easy access to public transport, restaurants, grocery stores and shops. Getting the lay of the land was very easy. The neighborhood homes are very similar to brownstones in Brooklyn, New York, but with a little bit more flair. Some of the homes have interesting statues outside their residences, and there are some nice wrought iron fences. The apartment is tucked away, and private, and feels cool and calm when you enter. If you like architecture, the Museum of Architecture is right around the corner. Old World Meets Modern is a perfect description. She has a great sense of style and comfortable, spacious seating, two lovely bedrooms and a kitchen with all you need, and a very nice bathroom with a wonderful shower/tub. The exposed stone and brick in the apartment really add to the atmosphere. There is some tourist information on the table and she left us treats to eat upon our arrival, which was a fun surprise. She has a chalk board in the kitchen with important information. I, my husband, and our 9 year old felt welcomed, safe and relaxed. Communication with Brooke was prompt and easy and she was very helpful with answering all of our questions and with giving advice. We didn't meet too many neighbors, except down at the end of the street there was a couple who very kindly explained the parking, as my husband was hunting for a space. We were able to park in one of the last two spots at the end of the street (on the same side as the apartment) for the duration of our stay, which eliminated our need for a parking garage. These two spots are free for anyone to use, as long as you make sure to note the days/times of the street cleaning. The same goes for the opposite side of the street. Although up at the other end of the street the last two spots are only available until 9:00 pm, so make sure to park properly. If you end up needing a parking garage there are several in the neighborhood to choose from (my parents joined us on this trip staying at a separate airbnb and they parked in an open air garage without incident), so whether you drive or fly to Montreal, staying in this neighborhood is convenient for everyone. Over all, even though we were visiting during the Grand Prix, we felt it was still very easy to get around, not over-crowded and a wonderful visit. We highly recommend Brooke's place and would definitely stay again! Thank you Brooke and family!