Host wasn't present during my stay but her roommate was friendly and welcoming. The area is nice, right next to a subway station with good access to downtown and there are a few nice cafes nearby. Had some troubles with the wifi early on buy the host's father was able to fix it for me. Room and flat overall are smaller than a north american would be used to but then you shouldn't be home much anyways in Paris. Overall a nice place to spend the month.