The flat is in a perfect location - you can walk to most places in central Paris. The flat is very well laid out and equipped for two people. If you read all the previous reviews you get a very accurate image of what the place is like. We encountered some of the issues previous guests mention - especially the smell. It comes and goes, and as Phillipe has said is probably inherent in historic building in Paris. Having said that, the bathroom has no ventilation, which, being an architect, I do think would make a difference. The bar downstairs and the club across the road are noisy on weekend nights, but the (new) windows are good, so it wasn't much of a problem for us. The stove and the door worked fine. The only other thing I would say is that the place didn't feel very clean when we arrive. Gillian, who managed the check in and check out for us was amazing - very friendly, accommodating and responsive! Overall, we had a great stay. Thank you Gillian and Phillipe!