Annick was a fantastic host, patient and understanding when our Eurostar train was delayed due to a fatality on the line. She welcomed us to her apartment, offering coffee and breakfast, and was very clear in her guidance about the apartment and the area. Goncourt is ideal as a base if you are looking to see Paris beyond the tourist traps, but also want fast access to the city centre. The Metro station is just around the corner and there are other options within a ten minute walk too. The area has some terrific small shops selling bread, cheese and coffee, as well as many restaurants that are popular but untouristy and very Parisian, so do plan to enjoy these to the full! There were two of us on this trip, myself and my son, so we had a room each, with proper beds. The apartment is in a block that has a great deal of character. You’ll have to be able to walk up four flights of stairs but it really is a beautiful, charming staircase! (I took several photos). I can’t stress enough how attentive and caring Annick was and I would recommend her place to anyone.