i felt like a local in the heart of the marais. it doesn't seem like anyone has ever really lived full-time in this space, more of a flipped straight-to-airbnb type of place with IKEA'd everything, but they did a good job with it. it was very easy to check in. quick responses to my questions. great little dishwasher in the unit. the clothing washing machine was broken while i was there. the small kitchen is best for quick easy meals which was fine since i ate out anyway. i would love to return to this little hideaway.