This apartment is incredible. Hidden away (but very easy to find) in a courtyard behind a big solid door - you totally forget that you are right smack bang in the middle of Paris. And if you like decent food, bars and of course Fashion then Marais is exactly the part of Paris you want to be staying in. We've been to Paris quite a few times and so didn't need to see the tourist stuff (which is only a few stops away on the underground train) and were content to hang out in Marais for 4 days, drinking in the atmosphere and the wine. The apartment was really well specced. Everything in it is brand new and specifically set up for guests. The bed was very comfy and Phillippe set us up for the weekend by stocking the kitchen with way more than just essentials. Way, way more! I don't want to go into detail incase this was a one-off but its fair to say that Philippe is generous host who also seems to know everyone worth knowing in Marais. The weather was a bit chilly so we didn't get to enjoy the secluded little garden area behind the huge glass windows - but next spring we will definitely be returning.