Baptiste’s apartment was great. We are a family of 4 with kids 7 & 10. We had enough space for all of us and everything in the apartment was nicely thought out. We didn’t meet Baptiste but he left us a welcome note and some wine which was really thoughtful. We were out all day and Paris was hot but the apartment cooled enough at night to sleep. The windows all face a quiet courtyard and it was peaceful. Canal Saint Martin is a very local area. Some areas are grittier than others but we always felt safe and there are 3 metro line stops nearby, a grocery and the best pastries ever at Du Pain et des Idées. Highly recommended! Make sure you have energy to climb the 110 steps at the end of the day!