If you are wanting a very special Paris experience, you absolutely must stay with Raphaele! It's a block from the bus or subway, so no car is needed and any landmark we wanted to visit was a quick trip. The local architecture is just how I've imagined Paris and the people were loving and welcoming. That's only the walk to Rebecca's and then the real treat begins with a secure entrance into a gorgeous, ample courtyard to relax and let the kiddies play, then up a lovely, circular staircase just waiting for artsy photographs! Rebecca was on vacation herself and arranged for her lovely Mama to welcome us. She was a perfect hostess and made us feel like long-lost family. There was a treat of fresh baguette, cheeses, eggs, milk, etc. waiting for us so we didn't need to go hungry -- that was such a special, unexpected tenderness. The beds were the most comfortable of our vacation and there's plenty of sleeping available for a large family. Our daughter has a life-threatening food allergy and cannot eat in restaurants, so Rebecca's fully stocked kitchen of tools and spices was a tremendous blessing to us. She made her pantry fully available and I was able to prepare safe, gourmet meals we could enjoy as a family and still have a vacation experience for Serafina. What I loved about Rebecca's home is that it's beautifully and artfully decorated but still felt cozy and welcoming. We enjoyed playing the piano, reading, drinking local wines, and sleeping after a good wine sampling :) Rebecca even left us earplugs for night noise but we didn't need them, as we found the hubub charming. My husband says Rebecca's home and the location is "straight out of a Jason Bourne movie!" Yes, it is that quaint, warm, and charming -- with just enough excitement in reach for a real Paris experience. Thank you, Rebecca, for sharing your lovely home with us. We'll be back!