We spent a very enjoyable month in this modern and attractive apartment on the top floor of a 17th century building in Lyon. The apartment was comfortable and warm when temperatures outside dropped below freezing. The building is located in a walkable and tranquil area, with a metro stop a block away making it easy to explore the more touristy and busy parts of the city. There are many small grocery stores, parks, and specialty shops nearby and within easy walking distance. The compact kitchen was fine for cooking simple meals. We really appreciated the small washing machine located a few steps down the hallway outside the apartment (enclosed in a storage closet). I believe the washing machine might be shared with the other “Opera Royale” apartment, but no one besides us used it during the month we were there. Everything functioned well: internet speed was excellent and water pressure and hot water were excellent. We enjoyed the historical aspects of this unique building as we were coming and going, including the winding hallways and short doorways, but we were very thankful for the modern motion sensor lights and the elevator. A unique and delightful stay in a wonderful city.