Alain was a wonderful host and we were in awe of his amazing library! The apartment is a 5th floor walk up, which was not at all an issue for us or our children (and needed with all the food we ate in Paris). We woke every morning to the bells of the abbey that you can see from the window, which was like a fairytale. Absolutely fantastic neighborhood, walking distance to Place des Vosges in one direction and the Pompidou in the other in just minutes. All sorts of great museums in the area too. It was very hot in Paris and Alain thoughtfully provided a fan in the apartment. It was clean and comfortable and well appointed and worked perfectly for our family of 2 adults and 2 children. Merci Alain!