Fantastic are of Paris. Area was full of bars and restaurants, very diverse young and lively area felt very real and authentic. Only 25 minutes walk in to the centre, but loads of metro stations close by if you wanted to use them. We don't like generic tourist areas, this was the opposite. Have been a few times to Paris, this was the best location. Apartment was clean, stylish and off the main drag in secluded & secure court yard. Only issue would be internal stairs of flat which are steep and would not be good for someone with poor mobility.