This was such a nice little place to call home during a brief stay in Paris. If you're looking for luxury accommodations, beautiful views of Paris, etc., then this is not the place for you. It's a very cozy (okay, small) little studio apartment, essentially one room and a typical European-sized bathroom. On the other hand, YOU'RE IN PARIS! Why would you want to spend any more time than necessary in your hotel/Airbnb while you're visiting? Here's what makes this place great:
1) The location: Located in the 3rd arrondisement, you're so close to many things in the city. You're a brief walk from multiple Metro stations/lines (Republique, Temple, Strasbourg-St Denis). There are countless cafes, restaurants and bars to choose from in the neighborhood (including some right on the same street (I highly recommend Istr for pre-dinner oysters and Muscadet). Plus, you already know Paris is a great walking city, so if you're willing to walk 15-20 mins, you are close to SO MUCH.
2) The apartment has everything you need. The bed will suit your American tastes; I believe it's a King, which is rare to find in Europe. Ample fridge space, a strong heater, big windows which open on to a lovely courtyard (and provide plenty of fresh air), modern appliances, plenty of electrical outlets, a TV, etc.
3) The owner is hands-on, very friendly, and responsive. As long as you do the minimum of what's asked of you (you need to let him know when you land at CDG), he'll meet you on time, give you the keys and the lay of the land, and even extend the courtesy of using his private on-site storage in case you want to store your bags after checkout, so you can enjoy the city for a few more hours before your flight home.
In summary, this little place is a great value, and absolutely perfect for 1-2 people who just need a nice cozy place to lay down at the end of a busy day exploring Paris. My wife and I were always so happy to turn the key and come "home" here at night, knowing we'd sleep well. As I said earlier, I wouldn't recommend the apartment to anyone looking for a super-fancy/blowout type of stay, nor would I recommend it for a family; it's perfect for a solo traveler or a couple. Would 100% stay here again.
Thank you, Jean-Pierre!