Carole and George were terrific hosts! They communicated clearly in meeting us and showing us the apartment, even though our train was late and it was Friday night. The apartment was spotlessly clean, with fresh sheets and towels. Windows to the inside courtyard and outside street gave us light and fresh air. The couch and cafe table were welcome respites during the late afternoons between outings. From there, it was an easy walk to the Louvre, Notre Dame and the Tuileries (all within a mile or two). Le Marais south toward the Seine and east toward the Bastille was full of activities, shops and nice cafes and restaurants. The bustle yields a bit of street noise, but seemed a reasonable trade off for the nice location. Thank you!!