Sandra's place is simply the best representative of what the AirBnB stands for or what a traveller might come to expect for. It is nothing like a posh 5-star hotel with good looking staff smiling artificially at you; a business place giving you the material amenities with all the finesse and pomp.
Sandra's place is a "home" and it feels home, a clean, functional home. This is exactly the place, where both my spouse and I felt like, throwing away all the mechanical/material parameters of rating a hotel-stay, such as amenities, service, cleanliness. Because at the end, what really matters is the "experience". And what a wonderful experience it was. It had the human touch, the warmth of friendly gestures, the comfortable feeling of being in your own house.
Let us not tell you the smaller details, but leave you with the assurance that, you will leave from here, with a smile on your face and thinking it was a great decision to stay here. Sandra's place is unique. It's definitely value for money but that's not the main USP. The best part is she makes you feel right at home. Check-in is 24/7 which is a big help. She even allowed us few hours delay in checking out. Her house has a friendly dog, 4 cats, squirrel, a parrot, hedgehog. They are in secured place and do not interfere with guests or guestrooms at all. You can pet if you wish. Our room was small but clean and cozy. The bed and bedding comfortable for our four nights stay. I wish the wardrobe could have more space to keep the suitcase but that is trivial. The bathrooms were very clean with basic toiletries provided which was thoughtful. You get basic breakfast of coffee and bakery items at your convenience which is a great way to start the day! The house is unique as they probably have the largest LEGO collection I have ever come across. Sandra and Felix are excellent hosts and they made us feel part of their family. Sandra invited us to Christmas supper and even offered to drop us somewhere while she was heading to downtown. The location is excellent for catching bus or metro. Quite a few eateries around. It is right at the heart of Plateau Royal.
This is probably our longest review of an AirBnB and it totally well- deserved!