Despite some minor glitches at the very beginning, we really loved the apartment. It is an authentic, classic Paris apartment that is really lived in. It is pretty, colorful and has a warm feel to it. (The owner really lives there most of the year). The bedroom is a bit cramped for 2 people but the bed was very comfortable. The living/dining room is wonderful. It is charmingly, tastefully and comfortably furnished, a huge difference from the standard Airbnb places that are continuously rented out to tourists. The whole apartment is filled with light and air. The little flower filled balcony offers partial views of Notre Dame, the Pantheon and the classic facades and rooftops of Paris apartments. And it s just big enough for 2 (thin!) people to sit outside and enjoy a glass of wine. The little kitchen is very pretty and perfectly well equipped for cooking. We really appreciated the spacious dining area, with a table big enough to accommodate up to 8 people - a rarity in Airbnb apartments. Good shower, good wifi throughout. An elegant staircase leads 5 flights up to the apartment but the tiny elevator in the back is great when you have luggage or heavy shopping bags. Lastly, the central Left Bank location (a few steps from the Seine and Notre Dame) is one of the best in Paris, you can walk to just about anywhere. Place Maubert, the local square, is well known for its gourmet shops and market. Fantastic.
Highly recommended, we would stay there again.