This was our first experience with Airbnb and we really enjoyed our stay.
Unfortunately, our schedules being the way they were, we were unable to meet Michael when we arrived. However, he provided very clear instructions on how to get the keys and get in as well as how to use everything inside the appartment. He even called us at the appartment after we arrived to make sure everything was alright and to see if we had any questions. He also made
it clear that we could contact him or even his neighbours if we had any problems at all, which we didn't.
The appartment is perfectly located about 2 minutes walk from the Rochechouart-Barbès metro station, from there you can go anywhere in Paris easily. The area has a nice neighbourhood feel (not touristy) and there are restaurants, grocery stores and pastry shops nearby, as well as plenty of funky little shops. (Michael gave us some great recommendations for restaurants)
The appartment is cozy and charming with huge windows and some old building quirks (time worn stairs, crooked floors) and although the building is very quiet it is not soudproof and we did occasionaly hear the neighbours, though never at night. Everything was clean, the futon was easy to set up and put away and the bedding and towels smelled nice.
One reviewer mentioned that the futon mattress was hard, and it is definetly firm. I personnally found it comfortable, my boyfriend didn't, but we both slept fine. The bathroom and shower are small, but very typical for Paris.
Overall, we enjoyed our stay very much and would definetly stay again.