The apartment itself is really inviting. If you prefer clean modern spaces, this is not for you, but if you appreciate a personal and eclectic aesthetic, you'll love it.

I wasn't sure what to expect from the neighborhood, except that it was reputed to have good nightlife. That it definitely has, in spades, but it was also very easy to get just about anything you need. 4-5 grocery stores, many pharmacies, several good cafes and bakeries, a variety of french and ethnic foods, all within 1-2 blocks. Easy to get to the metro.

Thomas was a warm and attentive host who went out of his way to make us comfortable. As our luck would have it, we stayed here during the worst heatwave since 1947. Like most of Paris, there is no AC as there is generally no need, but he made sure we had enough fans. The cleaner came twice during the week.

All in, a great spot and a great experience. If I ever have need to host 5+ people in Paris again (I sure hope I do!) I'd love to come back.