This was my first trip to Paris and I wanted to stay someplace quiet and further out from the city center so Lo's apartment was just perfect! The apartment is tucked away on a cute little street near Parc des Buttes-Chaumont and only a few blocks away from a couple of Metro stations and bus lines. It's also within walking distance of Rue de Belleville, which is lined with some of the best boulangeries and cafes (all in Lo's guidebook).
On my first day, Lo met me at the apartment, even allowing me to check in early which was very nice of her. As a host, Lo was fantastic! Communication was never a problem; instructions and directions were always clear, and it was very easy to get in touch with her. The apartment is on the second floor (two flights up from the ground floor), so pack light if you can because you'll be going up a very narrow spiral staircase. The place was clean and bright with lots of natural light coming in from the windows. It got pretty cold at night, but there are heaters in both the living room and bedroom.
The bed is comfy, the bathroom is newly remodeled with lots of hot water from a rainfall shower head (very nice!). Note about the bathroom: if you're under 5'6" (I'm 5'2") you may have some issues reaching things so Lo had to bring down towels and reposition the shower head for me before she left. We had a good laugh about it! The kitchen has an induction stovetop and the pantry is well-stocked.
My eleven-day stay was so comfortable, it almost felt like I lived there. I know I'll visit Paris again in the future, and I would definitely stay here again! Thank you Lo!