Patrick's directions were clear and straightforward, so we had no difficulty accessing the apartment, where Patrick was waiting to greet us. Everything was clean & well maintained, and we were very comfortable there.
The area is not touristy, which was great because we got a feel of the real Paris, but it's not isolated either. A short distance away is Avron metro station, (Line 2), which is just one stop from Nation metro station where you can transfer to a number of other metro lines. Possibly the most important from a tourist viewpoint is Line 1 which will take you to such tourist areas as Bastille. Les Halles, Louvre, Tuileries etc.
One is spoilt for choice for bars and restaurants near the apartment.
So all one could wish for in terms of the apartment and its location.