We’ve just finished a pleasant two-month stay in Nathalie’s apartment. It’s spacious and well equpped, with recent renovations; on the first floor (what we call the second floor in the US), it’s easy to come and go. The apartment is also very well situated: the Ménilmontant neighborhood has the advantages of an international population without the drawbacks of heavy tourism. The streets are lined with shops selling pizza, wine, produce, meat, cheese, and much else. The cafés stay crowded until late at night—which may appeal to you, but if you prefer a quiet evening in the apartment, the walls and windows keep the sound out. The apartment is near two different Métro lines, so any part of Paris is accessible in 45 minutes or less. Nathalie is friendly and personable and answers all messages promptly. We hope to stay there again.