If you are looking for a stay that feels authentically Paris, Fabienne's spacious apartment checked all the boxes for us. Classic double Paris door entrance to the building from the street, walk through a cobbled courtyard to a winding wood and wrought iron staircase up to the second floor (3rd floor for we for we Americans), original parquet wood floors with herringbone pattern, high ceilings, long floor to ceiling windows to the outside in the living room and booth bedrooms (yes, they open), built-in closets in each of the two bedrooms, and even a piano. Decorated with the right amount of Fabienne's personal touches, it feels like a home away from home. Within all that Paris charm, is a modern fully functional, completely stocked kitchen with a cooktop, dishwasher, coffeemaker, large (for Paris standards) fridge, and combo washer/dryer. If you were so inclined, you could stay here for a long time and never leave. The bathroom is small but comfortable and unlike most Airbnb's, Fabienne provides ample bath and hand towels and face cloths. My wife loved the pink TP! The apartment is located toward the back of the building so no worries at all about street noise from Rue Saint Antoine. There can be some limited morning sound from the street behind the building if you leave the bedroom windows open but it's not bad at all. It could be said that these sounds add to the authenticity of the place. Fabienne is herself a great host. She lives right next door and is readily available if you have questions or need assistance. She met us upon arrival, oriented us to the apartment, gave a good referral to a quick but good restaurant nearby, helped us work out how to use the combo washer/dryer, and attended to our needs when necessary. her friendly personality also helped make the experience of our stay even more authentic. A last thing, the apartment is in a great location. It's close to the Saint-Paul and Bastille Metro stations, on a bus line, two blocks from Place des Vosges, a minutes from the very heart of the Marais. A small store is located two doors down, a fresh produce market three doors down the other way, several boulangeries within a few blocks, and many many restaurants within easy walking distance. You can literally walk to Isle de Cite, Isle Saint-Louis and the Seine in 10-15 minutes depending on your pace. We's stay in Fabienne's apartment again in a heartbeat. PS: Make sure you ask Fabienne where the light switches are for the courtyard, stairwell and hallway. They're dark at night but well lit if you know where the switches are.