Christine's studio was cosy, quiet, clean and conformable enough for a couple. There is a nice artisan coffee shop and a delicious bakery, some restaurants, an epicerie fine about a minute walk away. I love to walk around this area, especially Canal Saint-Martin in the morning. Extremely close to the Republique, easy to go everywhere by bus and metro.Would definitely recommend to my friends to stay here if ever visiting Paris as Christine is fantastic host.