We enjoyed our stay. It was a little further from the main canal action than we had expected but there is a great transit system. The park across the street is amazing and wish we'd had more time to spend there. the place is comfortable and the shower is great! It was a bit cold, but we understand heating costs are through the roof. Only one toilet and at the top of the stairs from the bedrooms, but it turned out not to be much a=of a problem. We were a couple, plus a single woman (me). Lou's husband gave us a great orientation and even went out and bought the transit passes for us. Definitely get the pass - we bought one for 4 days. Disappointed that we never met Lou - guessing she is very busy with work and kids and pets. We found some great restaurants in the neighborhood - A french wine bar and A beautiful Mess around the corner. (hope to come back and add more - we just got home.)