The apartment was spotless, and large for Paris, with a separate bedroom upstairs, a private courtyard with table and chairs, full kitchen and washing machine. The shower was large and terrific. The location may not be for everyone: there are three metro stops within a 10 minute walk, but you will need to use public transport to get to major sites—the apartment is definitely off the beaten path. However, for me, that was a virtue of the place: after the bustle and crowds downtown, I could come home to utter peace and quiet, and wake up to the sound of birds singing outside the window. It was like a very private oasis hidden in a very busy city.
Minutes away are all the food shops one would need, and Chinatown is very close with lots of great restaurants when you don’t want to cook.
My hosts were very kind and welcoming, responding immediately to any questions—they live upstairs, which made communication very easy.
I would recommend this place absolutely, and hope to return one day.
Merci,
Jane