Location! Location! Location! This is the perfect little place right in the center of Paris. My 5 weeks stay allowed me to explore a lot of Paris, and mostly by foot. When I did take the Metro (only 3x) there were two lines within walking distance. I loved being able to step over the bridge on one side into The Latin Quarters and on the other side into The Marais. Many of the main attractions for tourist are within walking distance, and if you are there for a longer stay, the central location makes it great for going outside the touristy areas.

The apartment was great for coming back to after all-day explorations. I also spent a lot of time inside working, as well as relaxing. While there are tons and tons of places to eat, the apartment has a great little kitchen that I made use of. There is a laundromat just a few steps away from the apartment, so packing light is not a problem. There is a washer in the apartment (no dryer) so wash-and-hang clothes work best. For women traveling alone this is a very safe area. On the weekends the island has a little more foot traffic (there are so many great shops) than on the weekdays - and especially on Mondays, it is very quiet and peaceful.

The apartment is great for a romantic getaway or for a single person looking for a retreat. My stay at the flat was memorable and I hope to return to this little island that I now consider my home away from home.