Davids old restored parisian lodge was excactly as I expected it to be - clean, cute and cool. I didn't get to meet David in person, but he was very easy to reach by mail/sms, and he didn't hesitate to send me all the information I needed previous to my stay. Very nice, very helpful! His friend who welcomed me was very nice and welcoming as well. At the end of my stay, after my check out, I left my luggage with his father, who lives in the same building - since I don't speak many words of french and he not english it was a little bit difficult to communicate, but you get far with a smile and and I found by luggage in very good hands before leaving for the airport. Thumps up for that extra service! Metro, tram and Velib (rent a bike-system) just outside the door - very convenient! Take the Velib, it's a perfect way to explore the city, and you are in the very center within 15-20 minutes. Big, lovely shower (was looking forward to my shower each day beacuse of this), a fine little selection of shampoos and soaps - and a very comfortable bed! A bit 'far away' (which is why you can this nice place for such a reasonable price!) but with all the public transport possibilities just ouside you doorstep, I really wouldn't say it's a problem. I loved this little crib!