One of the best things that can happen when experiencing an AirBnB for for first time is the feeling of meeting a fantastic host who immediately puts you at ease, and makes you feel welcome after a long journey. That's Franck. He greeted us at the door; helped with our cases up the short stairway to the first floor, and gave us a detailed tour of the entire apartment showing exactly where to find everything that we needed. We chose Franck's place based on his photos and the location and we were 100% glad that we did. With it's charming glass table breakfast nook, well equipped kitchen and ample living space we were able to settle right in and live like Parisians.
Franck also took the time to show us the neighborhood. There is a lively and very complete 7-day per week street market with all the fresh fish, cheese, produce, bread and fruit one could want -- not to mention that Franck introduced us to a jolly and warm shop keeper who provided us with samples of what quite possibly may be the best Foie Gras in Paris. There are also two grocery stores and a fantastic patisserie where we could stock up on great fresh baked baguette and croissants and of course plenty of French wine. On our first night we prepared a meal in the apartment from shrimp still alive when we purchased them in the market.
Of course Paris is not all about the food, even if it is all about the food. We had business and sight seeing to do and Fanck's place is ideally situated for both. Minutes walk from the Arc d'Triumphe, the Champs Elysee and the French Metro means both exploring the neighborhood or getting across town are as easy as literally walking out of the front door. We will be back and in the mean time a hearty thanks to Franck for making us feel at home and welcome in a great neighborhood in Paris.