Although we never did meet Marc, getting access went smooth. Modern apartment with very comfortable bed, very large bathroom and shower. Easy transportation with metro/bus at your footsteps. Grocery store around the corner. The balcony does not face the Champs Elysées, it is on the back side of the building. At times it could be loud in the middle of the night with people in the street, but the fan provided in the room easily covered the noise. We felt at home and enjoyed our stay, would highly recommend it!