Charming Gorgeous Immaculately Kept Loft!

Guest: Lisa Nagy (Port Credit, ON, Canada)
Date of Stay: 01/14/12 Review Submitted: 01/23/12

Thank you so very much Dawne for letting your amazing loft to us - everything was just perfect - the location was ideal, the ambience and amenities of the loft were wonderful and we could not have had a better stay. Dealing with you was so easy, with your warmth, friendly and agreeable nature and attentiveness - thank you for making my husband's 40th Birthday celebration such a huge success. We look forward to returning again (hopefully) this year! Highly recommended!!!!! All our best, Lisa & Adham

Owner response:Thank you, Lisa an Adham! We look forward to having you return and I will be happy to offer you a 50% discount for the 1 night you missed due to bad weather conditions for your next booking! All the best, Dawne

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Sweet home Montreal

Guest: Chris A.
Date of Stay: 10/07/11 Review Submitted: 10/12/11

Don't stay here unless you are interested in being right in the heart vieux Montreal. Or if you're not into good food like around the corner at the down home Polish restaurant, or Olive and Gourmando, Bacata, and Pyrenees.... Just go someplace else!!! But if you love elegant digs with the romance of stone walls and heavy wooden beams, Euro style rental bikes on the corner, the creaky steps of a second story walk up, a very comfy bed and a very nice kitchen you will likely not bother using, then this is the place. Book it now and experience some well deserved bliss. Thanks Dawne.

Owner response:Thankyou! It is possible experience then and now. Cheers, Dawne

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Best choice in Old Montreal

Guest: Anonymous
Date of Stay: 09/23/11 Review Submitted: 09/29/11

Our first experience renting a home instead of a hotel room is going to be hard to top. The condo was clean, quiet, beautiful and in a perfect location. The kitchen, dining, living room and bedroom were all large and nicely furnished. My wife wanted to rent this unit over some others based on the pictures and reviews and she was not disappointed (believe me, not always an easy accomplishment!). It was unexpectedly warm while we were there in late September so although we didn't get to enjoy the cozy fireplace like we were looking forward to, we were pleasantly surprised to find air conditioning, which we used briefly in the evenings. This upstairs (one flight, fairly steep) unit is on a quiet corner and noise was never an issue. We knew nothing of Montreal regarding locations/attractions and this condo is in a fantastic location. Shops, resturants, downtown, Metro, the port attractions are all right there within easy walking distance. Just head out the door turn right or left and you are strolling through picturesque old Montreal with resturants and shops everywhere. Not to mention the must-see Museum of Archeology right across the street (do not miss this if you are a first time Montreal visitor) and handy Bixi station around the corner! We Bixi-biked and walked most of the time, only took two taxis and the Metro once in 4 days and we covered a lot of Montreal! Our son now lives in Montreal (McGill student) and he showed us some places a little more off the beaten track, primarily in the Plateau district. Anywhere you go in old Montreal/old Port on foot you will find wonderful places for coffee and pastries (le Communion, Olive & Gourmondo) and dinner resturants, they are absolutely everywhere. But for a little more "bohemian" feel here are a couple of real finds: Aprepera du Plateau for Venezualan (incredible lunch), Chez Jose for afternoon fruit smoothies, espresso, and fantastic pastries, stroll on rue St Denis - the whole area is full of resturants and shops. Have a gourmet bison hamburger at Le Hachoir (st Denis). Reserving the unit, correspondence and phone calls with Dawne were all easy and prompt. We never had a need for the local contact. This is a wonderful place to rent and my wife and I look forward to returning.

Owner response:Thanks very much! Great restaurant tips also! Cheers and hope to see you back soon, Dawne

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No better spot in Old Montreal; babies welcome

Guest: Kevin B.
Date of Stay: 09/15/11 Review Submitted: 09/22/11

My wife, 15-month-old and I stayed here recently and enjoyed the apartment immensely. It was clean, well-maintained and furnished with everything you'd need: comfortable bedding (in the bedroom, which is a separate room), a portable crib, solid kitchenware, music, books (including travel and history books on Montreal), DVDs, games, enjoyable artwork, washer/dryer, dishwasher, linens and towels. You'll appreciate the historic exposed stone, casement windows and original wood beams throughout. The apartment sits within steps of the exact spot of Montreal's founding, toward the end of a quiet, leafy square in Old Montreal, near Rue de la Commune, which runs along the port and river. It's central to the museum of archeology and history, St-Paul, Notre Dame Basilica, Place D'Armes, Place Jacques Cartier and all the splendors of Old Montreal. The nearest Metro stop is 10 minutes away on foot. Warning for less mobile folks: the apartment is one story up, and the steps are somewhat steep. We didn't have any trouble, even toting a stroller (ours) up and down with a baby in arm. Dawne is a terrific host. She's not always local herself but she'll give you nearby contacts, which, in a pinch, could help. (We didn't need to rely on them.) The apartment will soon sit above an ice-cream shop, which is being restored beautifully downstairs. Needless to say, we'll be back, we hope many times.

Owner response:Kevin and Leigh, You are gems and will always be welcomed back. Your daughter will in some times remember her vacations in Montreal as young as she is...I always do 30 years past! Great times! Cheers, Dawne

Recommended for:Adventure seekers, girls getaway, sightseeing, families with young children, romantic getaway, age 55+, tourists without a car.

A Superb Stay in Vieux Montreal.

Guest: Dwight G.
Date of Stay: 09/13/11 Review Submitted: 09/16/11

A top choice for staying in Old Montreal. Walking distance to restaurants, museums, jazz clubs and the water front. Very cozy and comfortable. The apartment is as tasteful in person as it appears in the photos. Perfect for a romantic getaway to a marvelous city. Looking forward to returning!

Owner response:Thanks, Dwight! please come back again. Regards, Dawne

Recommended for:Sightseeing, romantic getaway, age 55+, tourists without a car.

Great place

Guest: Deloris S.
Date of Stay: 08/01/11 Review Submitted: 08/23/11

My daughter and I stayed in this beautiful condo. The unit is even more amazing than the photos. The location is perfect, we were able to walk to everything. This condo is a true euro style classic beauty with modern amenities.

Recommended for:Adventure seekers, girls getaway, sightseeing, romantic getaway, age 55+, families with teenagers, tourists without a car.

Our "homeaway" from home in Montreal.

Guest: SJL (Edinburgh, Scotland)
Date of Stay: 07/23/09 Review Submitted: 03/21/11

My husband, young daughter and I have stayed in Dawne's gorgeous loft in Old Montreal 3 times. We love it. The apartment itself is a stylish but warm and very comfortable place, with all those authentic loft touches. And we love the location - so many restaurants, bars, cafes, sights and things to do just outside the door. There are simply great coffee, breakfast and lunch places nearby (Olive & Gourmando, Garde-Manger, Titanic) and the old port of this fabulous city has a completely unique atmosphere. Would recommend this apartment to anyone without hestitation. Book it if you can!

Recommended for:Adventure seekers, girls getaway, sightseeing, families with young children, romantic getaway, age 55+, tourists without a car.

Great place to stay when visiting Montreal

Guest: Yankee John (Saratoga Springs, NY)
Date of Stay: 12/31/10 Review Submitted: 02/24/11

We stayed for the New Year's holiday 2010 and couldn't have had a better location. The place is as charming as it looks on the website. Dawn was an excellent and attentive host, the reservation went without a hitch. The fireplace added a nice touch, and the interior was relaxed and comfortable feeling. It was a great spot to curl up and read a book in bad weather. Upon our arrival the apartment smelled of cigarette smoke, but this cleared after opening the windows and didn't affect our overall experience.

Recommended for:Girls getaway, sightseeing, families with young children, romantic getaway, age 55+, families with teenagers, tourists without a car.

WOW

Guest: Jeff (Boston)
Date of Stay: 02/04/11 Review Submitted: 02/10/11

The most perfect setting in all of the city, inside and out. I can't imagine a better apartment or a better owner, Dawne. Every part of my experience was better than expected. I hedge writing this because I want it to stay as my little secret for future trips. I will be back soon.

Recommended for:Sightseeing, romantic getaway, tourists without a car.

better than we expected!

Guest: Lexi (New York, NY)
Date of Stay: 01/28/11 Review Submitted: 02/01/11

This apartment was above and beyond our expectations! The photos truly did not do it justice. Upon arriving, we found a clean, tidy and complete apartment with everything we could need from towels, to wine glasses to laundry unit to a lovely music selection on the stereo. The working fireplace was just perfect after a long day in snowy montreal. The location of this apartment is perfect for taking a walking tour of old Montreal. Walking distance from ATMs, Grocery store and sites to see. I will most certainly stay again and recommend this lovely apartment to friends and family. (If I had to move to montreal...I would want to live here. That is how fantastic this place is!)

Recommended for:Girls getaway, sightseeing, romantic getaway, families with teenagers, tourists without a car.