Bernard's place is lovely - feels like a real Parisian experience. We enjoyed the balconies which look over a busy street with a pedestrian area. On Sunday we observed a local flea market just below the apartment. Given the proximity to the busy street there is a bit of noise - sirens and people coming from the bars when they close - but it was not intrusive. Very convenient to walk to the restaurants and shops in the neighborhood without being too touristy. There was a grocery and bakery just a block away. Bernard was very responsive when we had a maintenance issue. He sent someone over quickly to take care of it. I would recommend to others and would be happy to stay again when I am next in Paris.