Sandrine is a wonderful host who provided nothing but exceptional humor and kindness. For inexpensive accommodations, the apartment is located in a fantastic spot just outside the main city and Sandrine makes you feel right at home with fresh towels, coffee, maps, and good conversation (even in charades, google translate, and better than she believes English—it’s true, you’re English is getting great Sandrine!).
For a shared space, the host really makes a difference, and while you may have to alter your expectations on the room a little, I can only hope all future hosts are as kind as Sandrine.