Closing the main green door of an old building, 5 steps from where your taxi drops you off ( with 2 heavy luggage in tow and no steps to climb!) and walking through a short dingy hallway towards another door, it was a very welcoming sight to find a mini forest in the courtyard where Ms. Clementine's gem of a flat greets you ! Simply- an oasis ! The photos in the airbnb website is what you get.
Agreed to all the positive reviews especially about how comfortable the bed was and the peace and serenity that all weary travellers long for at the end of a days endless walking in a city that never sleeps!
Canal St. Martin's bus stop is right across the main door. Flesh resto /bar , a hole- in- a -wall kind surprisingly serves good food and good wine, was right next door. Police station is just a few steps down the bus stop. A fruit shop was down the corner and along the way , a laundromat. Should you want to explore , more small restaurants abound in the neighbourhood.
Bring your own shampoo/ conditioner and drinking water ( although tap water is potable ) coffee and sugar too . Small kitchen has all the basics.. There's a good bakery nearby .
Check out is at 10am. Should you need a place to store your luggage and have extra time to explore the city before going to CDG, take a taxi to Gare du Nord.
Take the escalator/ elevator down -1 level, of the arrival/departure area, to the luggage storage . For medium size locker , pay Eu7.50 good for 24 hrs. ( can accommodate 3 luggage) No need to bring locks. Keep your receipt as it has a pin code ( pour le retrait composer) to open. There are security guards in and outside the area .
Ms. Clementine was in the city when I stayed in her flat for 3 nights. She stays in the second floor and you share the kitchen with her. But I never had any problem with walking sound on top nor was in any way bothered by her presence in the kitchen .
Some adjectives to describe Ms. Clementine- accessible, engaging, approachable and winsome!
Thank you Ms. Clementine for sharing a piece of haven and heaven in Paris!