Eric left very clear instructions to obtain access to his apartment. The neighborhood is wonderful with restaurants and shops nearby. Eric was helpful in arranging a taxi for me and giving me instructions to a shop. Even though the apartment is clean and modern, it may be best for 1 or 2 nights. Or, this arrangement may not be for me, as I felt I was intruding on someone's home life. I didn't feel comfortable using the toilet in the middle of the night as Eric and his guest were just behind a screen. Also, the pay arrangement is protection for the host but a cancelled flight by Air France cost me a full night, where a hotel would not have charged. I also made mistake with my reservation which cost me 1/2 a night. This turned out to be not such a great deal for me.