Charlotte& Mat’s place was so wonderful — it was very homey and quiet, just what you need after a long day walking the busy streets of Paris. The neighborhood is residential but with many great places to eat — there are the usual corner cafes and bistros, but also Asian food, and a variety of places to get take-away delicacies like quiches, tarts, meats and cheeses. The river is a short walk away — we fought jet lag by having a drink by the riverside as soon as we arrived — and the metro and bus are both easy to access. We enjoyed playing games and snacking in the courtyard outside the apartment, and Mat even delivered delicious blackberries which we had with our morning yogurt. We stayed a week at Charlotte & Mat’s place and were sad to leave, it makes the perfect base to explore Paris from!