Marie is an excellent hostess. She was very kind to show us around and pointed to us where to buy cheese, wine, bread, fruits, etc. Her apartment is very nice with a lot of light (5 flight of stairs though). After you wander around Paris just save a bit of energy for the climb to the apartment. The apartment is right on the Passage which makes it very attractive and interesting with so many shops around. The neighborhood is nicely alive with many places for dining, grocery shopping and shopping in general. The apartment is away from the street so even in hot weather and all windows open, traffic noise is not an issue. Likewise, neighbors are quiet and friendly.
Will definitely come back to her place in the future.