The apartment is beautiful and situated on a very charming and quiet street. We were quite comfortable during our stay-the shower was especially luxurious and indulgent. The neighborhood offered a good array of bakeries and other stores such that we could easily procure a simple meal when we wanted to have a quiet night in but there were also a few good restaurants within easy walking distance. The short walk to the Metro was a great bonus. For inexpensive women's clothes shopping a Naf Naf store is within a 15 min walk as is a Monoprix to stock up on some toiletries. We enjoyed staying in a non tourist area that felt safe and relaxed. Mina was very helpful when we arrived and obviously takes great pride in her jewel box apartment.