Simply breathtaking view, fantastic location, very responsive and friendly host, and lovely, comfortable space! I travel to Paris frequently and have rented many flats over the years. The Esmerelda is my new favorite by far! Sitting on the balcony with the stunning view and the wonderful liveliness of the streets below is a truly magical experience that words cannot quite capture. The apartment itself is super clean with tons of light, tasteful and cool decor, a well-equipped kitchen, plenty of storage space, a great shower, comfy bed, and a nice workspace. It even has AC (very rare in Paris) and an excellent W/D. Do not be afraid of the stairs! I am a very petite woman who has never mastered the art of packing light. I had no problem at all getting two heavy bags up to and down from the flat. Check-in was super easy and communication with Michel was flawless. The location in the Latin Quarter-- right around the corner from Shakespeare & Company, steps from the Seine, in the middle of an array of fantastic shops, restaurants, bars (and not just the touristy kind), with easy access to the metro--could not be more ideal. For all of the activity around you, the flat is also surprisingly quiet with windows closed. Honestly, the only problem with this flat is that you might not ever want to leave it. My stay was just perfect and I cannot wait to return. Merci beaucoup for everything, Michel!