Gilian's place was amazingly convenient! Wonderful local cafes and restaurants, public transportation, and grocery needs all within a walking distance. The neighborhood is very lively but the apartment is slightly hidden behind a locked alley door so we felt safe throughout our stay.
There were 5 of us and it was the right amount of space for what we needed. The only challenge we had was locking/unlocking the apartment door itself so that took a couple of tries, but we eventually got the hang of it!
Thank you Gilian for sharing your lovely home with us! Highly recommend if you're looking for a place in the 2nd arrondissement.