This was a great experience from the moment we arrived! Virginie was in constant contact via email and text and was there at the apartment to meet us when we arrived. She explained everything, showed us around the apartment and went over the lovely book of maps, restaurants, activities, and recommendations that she has created.
The apartment is just as charming as in the pictures and is in a lovely building right on the Canal St. Matin. It is on the 6th floor with a tiny, but modern, elevator and a great view. It really has the feel of a lived in Parisian apartment with art, mementos, tons of books and collections of Virginie's around. It is very easy to slip into "real" Parisian life with this as your home base. It does not have the feeling of a more "corporate" style AirBnb and is full of personality and personal touches. It was perfect for two people and we really enjoyed the beautiful balcony although we did have to fight off some mosquitos!
The location of the apartment is great with three metro stops all in very easy walking distance, a small market and larger grocery store two blocks away, a post office nearby and atm's all easily accessible plus many restaurants along the canal and its side-streets. I stayed in August during the holiday, so the neighborhood was pretty quiet with most people away on vacation and a few of the shops and restaurants closed, although there were still many choices to enjoy.
All in all, I would definitely recommend this apartment to anyone who wants to experience a taste of real Parisian life a little removed from the central tourist areas.