One of the best things about our trip to Paris (which had many, many great things to recommend) was our stay in Sebastien's beautiful and perfectly located apartment in the Marais. The place is light and immaculate, and wonderfully comfortable for hanging out after long days of walking through the most beautiful parts of the city.

Not only is there wifi in the apartment as well as a phone that can make free calls to int'l landlines, but Sebastien has put together an information packet with great details on amenities in the surrounding area (supermarkets, shops, etc.). He lives in an apartment one floor below, if you need anything. He was lovely to us, and made himself available for anything we needed without intruding on our privacy in any way.

The location of the apartment is perfect. It's in one of the safest, most interesting, vibrant neighborhoods in Paris. There are multiple metro options within several minutes' walk, though using the metro is far from necessary. A few steps from the front door lies one of the best shopping streets in Paris, with scores of fantastic boutiques and cafes. Not more than ten minutes' walk and you're at the Seine, right near Notre Dame. We found ourselves walking from the apartment all over the city, and always walking home after dinner. The location couldn't be more ideal.

We'll look forward to coming back to Paris some day, and would love to stay in Sebastien's apartment again. It made an amazing trip that much better. Thank you Sebastien!