Carole was the ideal host: friendly, available and quick to respond. (Plus, her English is better than my French!) She quickly troubleshooted any issues we had. The apartment isn't huge, but it's comfortable, and it's situated in a very charming (and very Parisian) courtyard, with a lovely outdoor space where we had breakfast every morning. It's great to be near the Marais and all its shops and restaurants, but not actually in the Marais, with all its noise and tourists. The apartment's street is relatively quiet, though just a few steps from the boisterous boulevard and the Metro (as well as five minutes away from several other lines), plus a good bakery, a newsstand and two supermarkets. For us, it was an ideal stay in Paris, with several fine cafes just a few steps away to end our evenings.