Marie is a gracious, accommodating host. The apartment is in one of the BEST areas in Paris, quiet but only a block or two away from incredible cafes, bars & pastry shops. The 11th, The Marais and the Bastille are some of the best places to have delicious food and explore markets and local spots. The metro is 3 blocks away and from there you can access the bigger site seeing places. My friend and I enjoyed being able to go into the center for a day or two but could have a chiller, more authentic experience away from the crowds and shopping centers of Paris. 10/10 will book again.