This sweet little hideaway is perfect for a solo traveller or couple.
First, the location. It's centrally located and we could walk, bike, metro or taxi any where we wanted to go. There is a ride share bike rack around the corner and plenty of Metro stations within blocks. It's a a buzzy neighborhood with more cafes, boulangeries, restaurants, shops, etc. than we had time to visit. We particularly enjoyed the coffee shop on the corner, Partisan Cafe Artisanal, and local restaurant Parcelles, just 2 blocks away. But the apartment itself is located on a quiet passageway and it felt secluded and hidden away from the city.
Second, the apartment itself. It was exactly as described and pictured. Small but with everything you need. We stayed there for 5 days and had plenty of room. I even worked and took video calls from the small bistro table. The bathroom is located downstairs (very clean, great water pressure and hot water was always available). The upstairs is set up like a studio space with a comfortable bed, small kitchen, bistro table with 2 chairs and TV. There's also a small closet with shelves that gave me plenty of room to unpack and hang clothes. We were visiting during some warmer days (close to 90F/32C) and were able to sleep with the windows open and it was great. The passageway seems to keep the area cooler and provides a little breeze.
I want to comment on the passageway and security because I read another review before booking that made me pause. There are small shops on the passageway that are open during the day and a vegan restaurant next door. (All very cute!) The doors are closed at night. But whether it was daytime or night, it was very quiet and safe. Most people we saw were from other apartments on the passageway or specifically visiting a shop. It is not at all a thoroughfare or sketchy alley. The front door to the apartment is also very secure and I believe someone would have a really difficult time breaking in... not that anyone in that area would be inclined to do so. Everyone has their own level of city experience but I would recommend this to any of my friends who might be traveling solo.
Thank you to the hosts who were very accommodating and great with communication!