The location was perfect, close to major metro stations (Bastille) and in a quiet neighbourhood. The apartment was spacious and full of the items needed if you chose to eat any meals in - which we did. There are two supermarket-sized stores within the same block and a great boulangerie one block away. We had a great dinner at an ‘Italian’ bistro across the street. Our host, Michel, was unable to meet us but was very communicative about arranging alternate people to provide access to the apartment. Michel did drop by to say ‘Hello’ when he returned from his trip. We thoroughly enjoyed the apartment and would certainly consider renting it again should we return to Paris.