My only regret in my airbnb experience at Martine's apartment is that I did not get a chance to meet Martine as she was on holidays in Bretagne with her family! She might well have been present, however, since she was at the other end of an e-mail and responded very promptly to any question I had. In addition she checked in with me during my stay to see that all was well; she even thought of offering to order me a taxi to the airport--a detail that I had not even thought of!
The apartment, true to the description and pictures of it, was a delight. Charming if you enjoy being surrounded by well loved books and bibelots. But also very practical with a small but entirely functional well-equipped kitchen. Best of all were the two large windows: one in the living room and one in the bedroom that allowed a nice breeze and and circulation of air on warm summer days. Also a treat for those who like to travel light was having washing machine in the apartment!
The neighborhood is very welcoming, with everything you could possibly need or want within 500 metres. Including a metro with 3 lines that will take you with few correspondences all over Paris.
I was there in mid-August when many of the restaurants and shops were closed for the annual summer holiday but Martine made sure to leave me a list of places she knew to be open during my stay. I am still suffering withdrawal from Au Pierrot where I had my `petit déjeneur français` every morning.
I hope to return to Paris many times and would definitely return to Martine`s delightful apartment. Thanks for making my stay so agreeable Martine.
Eileen