Our host Patrick and his associate Benoit were waiting for us upon our arrival. After welcoming us and helping with our luggage, Benoit explained in detail eveything about the apartment, the building, and the neighborhood. He also provided contact information and assurance that he would be available, as needed, at any time during our stay. The apartment was clean and presented just as it had in the internet photos. It was well-equipped; there was no need to shop for anything. Our host's complimentary bottle of Bordeaux completed the welcome to Paris.

During our stay we found the building to be quiet both day and night. The apartment is located in a bustling neighborhood, with basically all services within brief walking distance, as are many Paris attractions. Nightlife is abundant. At the conclusion of our stay the check-out was effortless, just a drop of the key into a key-keeper outside the door.

The only downside might be the fifth-floor location. Those stairs, on occasion, could be less than welcoming after a day-long walking tour of the city. All in all, however, the positives far outweighed this negative.

We could not have asked for more gracious hosts than Patrick and Benoit.