My husband and I stayed in this delightful little apartment in Saint Germain for 5 nights. Access is by one flight of stairs and the apartment is small as described. The hand held shower is a little bit of a challenge. Apart from that we have no complaints. We stayed in winter, but did not need the heat on- it is very cosy. The bed was really comfy and there is a table and chairs for light meals at home. We did not cook in the kitchen so I cannot comment on that. The thing we loved most about this place is its location. Saint Germain is a great area of Paris. There are numerous restaurants and markets close by. It is only a short walk to Luxembourg gardens, the Seine, the Latin Quarter, st. Etienne du Mont, the Pantheon and Rue Mouffetard. The owners art work that adorns the walls of the apartment is also gorgeous.......we would definitely stay again.