There aren't enough superlatives to describe Patrick's place. As an Airbnb owner myself and frequent user when I travel, I must say that this has been one of my very best experiences. Everything was just as depicted in the description and pictures. The location is absolutely perfect--in the 11th/12th of Paris--just about an 8 minute walk from Place de la Bastille, and literally 200 feet from a metro station. Elevator in the building was fantastic and the shower is wonderful (I've encountered some trickling showers in Europe, but this one is perfect.) Bistros, restaurants, bakeries, shopping, grocery stores and every other service you might need are right outside your doorstep.
And the quiet. Step inside the huge iron gate and pass through the tunnel into the central courtyard of the complex and the sounds of the city and street melt away. It was simply an amazingly restful and quiet place to come home to every day; an absolute respite, safe and secure--and away from the tourists. We were truly living amongst the every-day Parisians, but still so close to everything, which is just what we wanted.
Not be missed are the Marche d'Aligre and the covered Marche Couvert Beauvau which are literally 2 blocks away. This is a food-lovers paradise--the stuff of your wildest culinary fantasies. Also you must walk the entire length of the Promenade Plantee, which has an access stair about two blocks away. This puts the Highline in NYC to shame IMO.
Communication with Patrick and his colleagues (shout-out to Raphael and Cedric) was quick and clear and they all speak English. You cannot go wrong with Patrick's Apartment and you will not regret staying here. Don't hesitate.