I took my daughter and two granddaughters (11 and 8) for five days to Paris. Valerie's apartment met our needs and desires perfectly. It faces north, with tall French doors and large rooms, which made staying during the heatwave surprisingly comfortable. The kitchen is well-stocked for eating in, which we did each morning and night. We love the fact that Valerie kept all the beauty of the old apartment -- the marble fireplaces, oak floors, French doors, and up-dated the bathrooms and kitchen without changing the ambiance of the place. The location was perfect for what we wanted to do. My daughter and I have visited Paris many times, and my daughter lived there nine months years ago. We always stay in the 7th arr so are familiar with the markets, especially those on Rue Cler. One disappointment was that some of the shops and restaurants are closed during August, but we knew that before we went. When I return, I will definitely try to book Valerie's apartment again.