What makes this a 5 star apartment is the host, Delphine. We were early for check in and standing in the street deciding what to do when Delphine was just coming from work. She saw us and took both our suitcases and carried it up to the apartment so we could walk around and come back later. She thoughtfully left food for us, ie, eggs, yogurt, fruit, and cereal. When we were leaving she gave us some pastries for the trip. She messaged me with information to let us know it was a special once a year weekend in Paris with all kinds of special events which I would otherwise not have known. The apartment itself is on a street with a variety of restaurants, bakeries, supermarkets and shops, and steps from the Canal. It is located in a non touristy local Paris neighborhood with all transportation close by. The room is quiet, and with the windows closed, is soundproof. As Delphine is clear to write, be aware the apartment is five flights up (90 steps on a spiral staircase) and could be a problem if you're old, out of shape, have bad knees, etc. We were a 70 year old couple traveling independently and had no problem. Delphine was a charming host, very eager to help and make us comfortable, very upbeat, positive and smiling. You would be a very lucky person if she were a friend of yours. We were extremely satisfied and would highly recommend this for your visit to Paris.