This is a rustically stylish restoration of an historic property surrounded by beer bars and inexpensive clothing stores. While the immediate neighborhood is a bit too gritty to be described as charming, one needn't walk far to find great, majestic public squares, leafy boulevards, a world class art museum, and a Renaissance era old town that meets most anyone's standards for charm. The unit itself is generously sized for two people, though the toilet/bathing facilities, while perfectly modern, are a bit awkwardly arranged. The living areas open onto the very noisy street, but the windows are remarkably effective in blocking sound when tightly closed. The bedroom is in the rear over the building's courtyard and is naturally more quiet, save for residents using garbage bins. If bed size is more important to you than, say, having an electric piano in the apartment, ask the host to clarify: 140 X 190 what? Spoiler alert: it's a US size double bed. The kitchen has good appliances and is sufficiently equipped to produce a lovely meal from the divine Saint Antoine market (10 minute walk away). The host, Laurent, lives adjacent and graciously helped us negotiate the stairs with our luggage. He has prepared a carefully curated guide to Lyon that must set the standard for helpful host-produced documents. All in all the listing is good value and provides a very pleasant base from which to explore this beautiful, many faceted French city.