We only have one word for Bruno and this apartment- OUTSTANDING!
The room is as advertised and really lives up to the pictures. Nice amount of room for 2 people for sure. May be a bit crowded for 4.
The kitchen is well stocked with all the things you want for cooking and entertaining- I made 2 very nice meals there!
Bruno met us at the apartment and checked in on us several times during our stay and to wish us a Merry Christmas also!
And there was even a small Christmas tree and lights around the TV!
He has a nice book full of tips about the apartment and area with lots of recommendations for restaurants, bars etc.
Easy walking distance to 3 metro stops that will take you anywhere. Walking distance from Pere Lachaise Cemetary (a bit long, but take your time and it is no problem.
The neighborhood is solid working class I think. Everyone was VERY nice and we had great service at all the restaurants we tried.
Go to Aligre Market, just a few blocks away in the building at the end of the market you will find a nice cheese counter and a good place for olives and tappenades. Outside is full of lovely produce at good prices.
Nice Chocolate shop on the way back from the market right on Rue du Fauborg.
Brunos suggestion of bakery (boulangerie) was excellent, we got a small bouche de noel for our christmas celebration and it was lovely. And the bread and croissants are just what you want! Next door is a GREAT traditional french place. We had a nice 3 course meal for lunch on Christmas Eve day with a fantastic creme brulee and it was reasonably priced. We went back a second time.
Right next door is a Carrefour for shopping..and down the street is 8 a huit if Carrefour is closed and you need something late.
Many ethnic restaurants also, we tried the Indian place and it was quite tasty and a good change from all the cheese!
The TV is all in French, but we were able to stream with my tablet for Netflix and Amazon Prime, so it was fine.
The WIFI connection was quite good.
Last but not least, I became ill on what was our last day in Paris and Bruno was kind enough to let us have the room one extra day, even though I know it put him in a tough spot to get clean for the next guests. But I dont know what we would have done otherwise and I will not forget his kindness.
We would stay here again in a moment..it felt like home and we were sad to leave!