First of all, Marie was a fantastic and very professional host right from the start! And the apartment itself was perfect for me during my stay in Paris. My flight arrived a little late in to the airport but luckily, even though I ran a few hours late, Marie was able to meet me and show me around the apartment. It is a very small space, as described, but it's very functional and is perfect for one, or even two, people.
Marie's apartment is in a beautiful part of Paris, nestled on a quiet street close to the Montmartre Cemetery. Being able to go back to a quiet street in the evening after a long day in the busier parts of town was a blessing! It's a very manageable walk to either of two metro stations, Clichy and Blanche. It is a bit of a hill up, but it's also a quick ~20 minute walk away from the beautifully scenic Sacre Coeur. Even for a solo female traveller, the area felt very safe and secure in the evenings and after dark.
The location on the 6th floor (or 7th, for North Americans) made for a beautiful view, which included Montmartre Cemetery, some beautiful old buildings, and the Eiffel Tower in the distance. Getting luggage up the 110-stair spiral staircase was quite the work out, but it certainly worked up an appetite for all the delicious French pastries and breads available from nearby boulangeries.
The toilet was down the hall from the apartment itself, as described; however, it's literally ten steps away, and I never ran into anyone on the same floor, so it still felt very private. The shower was tiny, but absolutely functional; as was the kitchen.
Marie is a very sweet, accommodating host, and is a pleasure to talk to. I would recommend this apartment to anyone staying in Paris who wants to view the city from the perspective of a local, or who wants to have the option to see the more quiet, slow-paced side of Paris.