This was our first trip to Paris and Manuel made our stay truly memorable. First of all, the property is even better in person; it’s beautifully decorated indoor and out. Manuel pays attention to every detail and went above and beyond in service. He gave us tips and suggestions ahead of our trip with a list of restaurants and things to do, he arranged for transportation upon arrival and departure, and personally welcomed us into his home and saw us off as we departed. This property is the perfect escape after our long day of sightseeing. It’s very peaceful and quiet. Shutters in the bedroom provide total darkness and it’s the best sleep I had during my trip through Europe. You’ll find great restaurants and bars in walking distance and more of a local flavor. As for access to all the sites, the metro is conveniently located nearby and we used it heavily to make our way all across the city. He provided us travel books for the area that allowed us to master the Metro system on day one. Great location, fantastic host and amazing property. My only disappointment... is that we couldn't stay longer.