The lovely Lydie’s place is very much what AirBnB is about at heart - staying in someone’s home with all its personal quirks. Lydie’s collection of vintage items and personal photos and mementoes fills her home. There are great views, especially from the top floor, but it does mean a steep climb up four / five narrow flights of stairs with half landings between floors to reach the apartment. Probably best to travel light! The property is on a lively corner in St Gilles so don’t expect tranquility. But there are supermarkets, specialist shops, bars and cafes galore in the neighbourhood as well as a park and beautiful houses - definitely follow the trail Lydie leaves out. The terrace off the main bedroom might not be ideal if you have kids / no head for heights. It’s an informal arrangement. Lydie is great at communication but be aware check in is from 5pm and the furniture in the living room has changed - the big sofa and footstool are no longer there.