What a delightful home in an amazingly vibrant and authentic Paris neighbourhood. We (6 of us) had gathered from across the world to celebrate a dear friends 60th birthday. The place very quickly felt like home and there was ample room both to socialize but we where also able to find spaces where we could spend time alone to read or check emails from home.

The neighbourhood was filled with fabulous bistros, boutique clothing stores and restaurants of all types (we dined on French, Thai and African food). We also discovered a fantastic outdoor food market within a 10 minute walk. We were shoppers and explorers so there were few days that we did not come home with a treasure and a story to share with our friends. Other neighbourhoods were easily accessible by foot (Marais) or within a few stops on the Metro (Louvre, Eiffel Tour, St Germain). The Metro is really easy to use so give it a try!

The "birthday girl" told us it was her best birthday ever and we owe this in part to Tomas sharing his warm and welcoming home with us.