As a solo senior traveler, I found Sophie's apartment & hosting style as good as it gets . It was easy to park my car and take the bus to City Centre (hassle-free). The neighborhood is safe and quiet, with excellent grocery and convenience shopping just a few steps away. Sophie is the ultimate host in thoughtfulness and conviviality: wonderful at providing helpful information, wonderful to visit with. I probably gained weight while staying there as she had so many snacks and pastries etc. ready for me. I felt like a king. Her cat and child were a delight as well (cat-lovers will find Tessa especially enchanting). Sophie had space set aside for me in the fridge, and I had exclusive use of a bathroom (fully stocked with amenities) just a couple steps from the bedroom; great hot water in the shower, too. Bed was very comfortable, likewise the reading chair. I enjoyed the variety of art and statuettes and plants on the balcony, so this is no bare-bones sort of place. The apartment building may not be the most beautiful, but it is well-maintained and secure. I hope to return for sure. HIGHLY RECOMMENDED!!!