I stayed at Ismael's studio apartment for two wonderful weeks. Ismael was an excellent host, most attentive, and came around to do the laundry for me at the end of the first week. When I arrived there was fresh fruit, fresh baguette and croissant, as well as wine in the fridge, not to mention the well-stocked kitchen.
The apartment is perfect for one or two people, clean, airy and bright, with a small but good bathroom, very good wifi, TV and a very comfortable bed. Ismael is a very fine and well-known artist and it was a pleasure to be able to view his artistic work on display in the apartment.
The apartment is only a few minutes walk from République (which is very-well connected with the rest of the city by 5 metro lines) and the Marais. The area in which it is located is also well-worth exploring with numerous interesting bars, cafes, food shops and restaurants nearby on the streets off Ave. Parmentier and towards rue Oberkampf. Parts of the neighbourhood are a little shabby, but overall it's chic and interesting and perfectly safe at all hours of day.
I have no hesitation in recommending this apartment and Ismael, a kind and generous host. I will return.