Brigitte's apartment is very large by Parisian & European standards. The kitchen is updated & has everything you need for cooking a meal or even having espresso! There is a lot of period detail & I loved the Art Deco parts of the decor. There is a shower & a separate tub in the very large bathroom which also has a stacking washer/dryer which is great not the typical 1 piece combo which takes forever. For those who haven't rented a Parisian apartment before the toilet is in a small separate closet off the foyer which can be a bit off putting until you get used to it. The area is a true residential area & very quiet and you are only 5-10 minutes from the Arc, park areas & great public transportation. Brigitte & her son Samuel were very responsive throughout the booking & followup process.