I stayed for 4 weeks in Adil & Delphine´s little flat in Place dÍtalie and LOVED it. I want to thank them for their help and kindness. First Delphine met me at Place dÍtalie to take me to the flat which was great because I felt rather overwhelmed arriving in Paris for my first ever visit (and unfortunately not speaking the language). I found the flat to be just about perfect for my needs - it has everything you need for an extended stay, I cooked, washed my clothes, and generally felt very comfortable there. Adil bought a computer for me to use when I found I couldn´t use my phone for some things. Right near the flat is any shopping you need including a huge Carrefours, also many bus routes and metro I found I could easily and quickly get anywhere I wanted to go. I actually loved the buses because there is a lot to see that you miss if you travel exclusively on the metro. It´s not too far to walk to many places as well including the beautiful Jardin du Luxembourg. Just around the corner is a great little area, Butte-aux-Cailles which is very óld´Parisian full of character and great bars & bistros, and has an interesting history. Check it out - really, don´t miss it.
All in all I had a fabulous time in Paris and I want to sincerely thank Adil & Delphine for helping make it so.