This was an excellent place to stay for a week in Paris. Communications with Sandrine were prompt and clear. We never met her, but with her good instructions, we checked ourselves in, read the information sheet, and we were all set. Basic food supplies were available, but we really appreciated the Nespresso machine and the electric kettle, plus there’s a regular coffee maker.

Upon entering the building, there is a button on the left to push for the hall lights; be sure you know which button is the light, and which button is the resident’s doorbell on the ground floor (they are right next to each other). After hitting what I thought was the light button about five times, a very nice man came to the door and said “That’s my doorbell” with a big smile on his face! Oops! (I think he may have experienced this before.)

We liked the separate rooms in the apartment and the layout. Living room with a small balcony overlooks the street, kitchen is at the back overlooking trees and hill; bedroom also at the back, and bathroom in the middle. All the windows open, which provides a lovely cross breeze--much appreciated during the very warm week in Paris. Bedroom has a large wardrobe for storage that held all our clothes plus 2 suitcases. The bed is firm and bedding is nice. The bathroom is small but adequate, and the shower has good water pressure. There is good lighting in the bathroom and a window that opens for fresh air. There is a step up from the floor to the shower and you must be careful so as not to slip getting out of the shower with wet feet (a handrail would be helpful). Wi-Fi was very good. A previous reviewer noted that the couch cushions need adjusting now and then, which is true, but this was the most comfortable couch I’ve sat on in France. It actually had good support and we enjoyed sitting there.

The metro LaMarck-Coulaincourt is a block away; restaurants and stores abound. This is a vital neighborhood with families, kids, professionals, cars, bikes, and city noises. The closed windows can block this noise and at night the neighborhood is quiet. Some noises within the building can be heard—sounds of water running, for example, but again, this was not a problem.

This is the first time I've stayed in Montmartre and I'm glad I did. We really enjoyed the restaurants (our favorite: Chez Plumeau, around the corner from Place du Tertre), the views (the vineyard, Sacre Coeur, Eiffel Tower in the distance), lively Place du Tertre at night. I would definitely stay here again.

Finally, this was an incredible value for a week’s stay. Considering that the Metro can get you anywhere you want to go in reasonable time, the distance from the center of Paris is inconsequential. It felt so cozy coming “home” to Montmarte at night. Thank you, Sandrine, for this most enjoyable stay.