I've been to Paris many times, but staying at Isabelle's flat helped make this the best visit EVER. Step outside the front door of the building and right in front of you is the subway entrance, turn to your right, and there is a farmer's market a couple days a week, along with bakeries, and other stores. Walk across the street and there is a line of taxis always waiting. Walk another two short blocks and you are at the Seine, looking at the side of Notre Dame. Hundreds of restaurants are to be found within only a few hundred steps. So the location is fantastic.

But that cannot compare to the warm, cozy, and quiet apartment that feels like home... because it is a home. The kitchen was fully stocked with tons of food, and all she asked is that you replace what you consume. It was wonderful having this sense of trust and good will. Really made getting settled so effortless.

Everything was perfect. And even though it is immediately adjacent to the farmer's market, the thick double pane windows completely filter out the noise. On the first morning we awoke very late (about 10:00 AM) and were completely surprised because we had not heard any noise AT ALL as they set up the market in the early hours. That was wonderful, and yet when we wondered down, it was so fun to have this fresh food right down stairs, so that we could bring it back to our fully equipped kitchen before venturing out for the day. Just delightful.

But the best part of all was Isabelle. She is the warmest and sweetest woman you could hope to have for a host, or a friend. My wife and I were exchanging hugs with her even before we got to the door of the apartment. There was just such a welcoming energy about her, we instantly feel in love, and hope to return many times, and become good friends. She is wonderful. And this sentiment is echoed in the decoration of the apartment, full of paintings that her friends have given to her as gifts, no doubt because of her warmth and sweetness.

You cannot go wrong staying here for a few days or a few weeks. We just love it!

Thank you so much for hosting us Isabelle <3