Jacqueline's place was perfect. It felt like home, except in Paris—and what could be better than that? The apartment was comfortable, surprising quiet in spite of the active nightlife in the area, and beautifully and lovingly furnished. It has everything for a comfortable stay, including a well-appointed kitchen. Ideally located in Bastille, with so many great shops and restaurants, you hardly need to leave the neighborhood, but you're close to so many metro and bus lines that you can easily get anywhere. Jacqueline is a gracious host. She met me at the apartment when I arrived and checked in by email to make sure things were going fine. When the time came to leave, I felt like one of the locals.