The apartment was just as described, ideally located (a metro station is a block away; great local restaurants around the corner) in a good neighborhood. Prior to arriving, Nicholas kept in communication and always returned emails or text messages quickly. On the day we arrived, there was a transportation strike going on, and it took extra time for us to get from the airport to the apartment. Nicholas was patient and there to greet us. As a host, he provided basic necessities (butter, spices) and surprised us with a bottle of white and red wine. Add the fact that there's a washing machine, and elevator (two people, but great for for luggage, we walked up,the stirs the other times); this apartment exceeded our expectation. Merci, Nicholas!