Michel was the perfect host. His timing was flexible to match our early arrival time, he is clearly proud of the lovely apartment (in which simply everything has been thought of). He took us on an invaluable extended walking tour, not only of the immediate surroundings, but also the adjoining Marais district "you must see it!" To top it off he offered to 'chaffeur' us to the airport at 6.15am for a nominal fee to allow for more 'chatting time' and save on taxi fares!
Thank you, Michel. We'll be back.