Patricia is a very accommodating and gracious host. Her flat is tucked away in a quiet courtyard behind a large wooden door that fronts Rue de Maubeuge. It is located an easy 15 minute walk from Gare du Nord. The flat is modern and well equipped. It has all the modern amenities except for a washer/dryer, including a very comfortable bed. We loved the area with its various restaurants and stores and easy access to the Metro and buses. Patricia provided us with suggestions for restaurants, food stores and wine bars. The main bedroom is located in the basement. Our stay in Paris coincided with an oppressive heatwave and as a result we found the basement to be considerably more humid than the first floor. We enjoyed our trip to Paris immensely and hope to visit again.