I could not have been more pleased with a place for my and my family (adult children and their young daughters) for their first trip to Paris. Karola's apartment is perfectly situated for a wonderful walking visit in Montmarte and then quick Metro rides to everywhere else in Paris. The Jules Joffrin Metro station is literally across the street right in front of the lovely government building you can see from the apartment's balcony. The way the bathtub/shower and sink were in a separate room from the water closet made it even more comfortable and convenient for our family of 5 in the mornings. The layout of the apartment is open and comfortable. I would definitely love to stay here again if I have the opportunity to visit Paris in the future.
Karola's son's have a restaurant called Le Poulbot. It is very highly rated with very positive reviews. We wanted to go to it on a Saturday night, but they were very busy the Saturday we were there and we were unable to go. I do want to try it as well if I get to go to Paris again. It is near the Sacre Coeur, which you can see from the apartment as well. It is beautiful at night.
I have to say that Karola was so very, very helpful to us and pleasant. There are many convenient shops for groceries, food, flowers and gifts literally within the view from the apartment. Thank you for a wonderful, safe and comfortable place for us to stay.
One note for Americans - please don't be offended if there are shop keepers or employees that are not kind or helpful when you ask for assistance. There are many, many others that are VERY kind and helpful. If you expect that you will encounter this from time to time, you can just smile kindly, say thank you and walk away to seek someone that wants your business or will help you. We had a few people in the grocery store, a wine shop, etc. that responded with rude comments about Americans or simply shake their head no and turn their backs on us, only for us to ask someone else - a store patron perhaps and have them go above and beyond to assist you. Take it in stride with a smile so that those that are not helpful or are rude aren't "self-justified" in their thoughts/actions. They do not represent Paris or France at large, just as those that behave similarly in America do not represent America at large. :)