The day prior to our arrival we were pleased to receive a contact from Claire seeking confirmation of the details of our arrival in Paris so that she could meet us with the keys to her flat.
The location of the left bank flat on Rue des Ecoles in the 5th Arrondissement is excellent. Just across the street is an ATM where we were able to secure euro at a good rate. Many restaurants, small grocery marts and sites of interest are within a short walk, including Notre-Dame, the Pantheon and Luxembourg Gardens and Palace.
The flat was clean, reasonably comfortable and organized although the cheaply made furnishings are worn and dated. The downstairs bedroom and upstairs loft bedroom were fine for my 23 year old daughter and me, but I don't think the upstairs loft would suit a second couple or even one older adult.
The flat has WIFI and excellent electronically operated shades to block out the light. Except for the infrequent revelry of Euro 2016 football (soccer) fans, the flat was reasonably quiet and we slept well.
We had a nice experience and we're delighted to have met Claire and her very nice husband.