Jean Pierre's apartment was incredible! We truly could not have asked for a better set up. There were plenty of local places within very close proximity to his home. Including a lovely little Moroccan restaurant that was to die for right up the block from when you walk out the front door. The area is very central. The trains are very easy to use, and close by. There is a lovely market not to far. The Picasso Museum is also very close by, a 9 minute commute via walking. The apartment itself is very sweet, and very clean. I am big on CLEAN, so this was VERY IMPORTANT TO ME. I said it didn't come with soap, but that's not exactly true, there's dish and hand soap, and there was some extra soap in the shower, but we did not use it. The kitchen was great we used it every morning to make breakfast. Everything you could need was in the kitchen. We really loved our stay and are already planning our next stay, for hopefully next year. Thank you for sharing your home with us.