This was my very first time using AirBnB, and to be honest I wasn't sure what to expect. Let me just say, this was probably the best part of my trip!
First I would like to review my hostess:
Janet is amazing!!!! From the moment I booked the apartment, she was quick to reach out with a friendly note so we could connect and chat about my upcoming trip. She provided some amazing recommendations for local bistros and activities and couldn't have been nicer. She arranged for me to meet up with her local contact to check in and tour the place. Everything about the transaction was complete with a personal touch. I never felt an ounce of worry that something could go wrong.
Yvonne, the local contact for the apartment couldn't have been nicer as well. She made everything seamless and easy to check in and check out. She was available to answer any questions, responded very quickly and offered to come to the apartment if needed (which I didn't). There was always a resource at hand if anything went wrong, which (of course) it didn't. But knowing that I had someone right there for me put me at ease.
Review of the apartment:
It couldn't have been more perfect for me and my mom to stay in Paris. I truly felt like home. The location is awesome - a stones throw from Notre Dame and all types of shops (high end fashion, grocery stores, specialty stores and bistros). To be honest, the pictures online don't do it justice. : ) The size of the apartment was perfect and I know a hotel room would have been a nightmare for us since we traveled with so much stuff!
The apartment was immaculately clean with every modern amenity. I loved having a washer/dryer at my disposal so I could freshen up some clothes since I was traveling for business prior to my stay at the apartment.
The apartment is airy, with those chic French windows that we could open on a nice day for some air.
The beds were very comfortable - even the pull out couch (which I slept on). You wouldn't even know it was a pull out!
The toilet room is a separate room from the shower room, which made our lives so much easier when getting ready to go out. The shower is very modern and had great water pressure, with an option for a rain shower. Loved it!
The kitchen has all modern high tech appliances. There is everything you could possibly need to cook a gourmet meal or just make coffee/tea, if that is what you like.
The building is situated in a very nice neighborhood that is clean and safe. The apartment has 2 security doors, and this added an extra layer of safety and comfort. The building has an elevator, so no need to worry about climbing stairs if that is a problem.
When I return to Paris, I would love nothing more than to stay here again. I can't thank Janet and her family enough for making this trip even more special.