Staying in Alain and Dora’s apartment was such a wonderful way to experience the incredible history and culture of the heart of traditional Paris. If you are looking for modern hotel style accommodation to escape the energy of the city center this is not the place for you. Vibrant, bustling Paris is quite literally outside your front door. It was wonderful to be staying in the heart of one of Paris’ most renowned and beautiful districts. The apartment it self is entirely unique, Alain and Dora have given such loving care to honoring the history of the space while still managing to include all the modern touches that make choosing a self catering apartment a viable choice. We are a family of five and this was our first stay in Paris, and I am sure it would not have such memorable experience if we had stayed elsewhere. Alain and Dora have a wealth of local knowledge to share; from where to eat, or buy local produce (do yourselves a favour, heed Alain’s Berthillon ice creamery recommendation) to the best ways to travel when sightseeing. Highly recommended.