The place is exactly as described - large, sunny living room with two sofas, which means you don't have to make up the sofa bed every day to have someplace to sit. Both beds are super comfortable. Kitchen is a joy to cook in! Best part is that the apartment is super quiet -- even when there are people on the street outside, with windows closed you can't hear a thing. We were jet lagged and easily slept until noon.

Lilou is a fantastic host, providing a detailed map of places nearby to eat and shop. Carrefour two blocks away stocks everything you need and there's a great Indian restaurant across the street.

One thing to be aware of - the neighborhood is ethnically mixed, with many immigrants from Africa. We (including two kids, ages 12 and 13) felt completely safe the entire time. There is a very busy street market nearby that you walk through to get to the Metro, and there are detours if you want to avoid the chaos. Metro goes straight into the Center of the city, which is about a 15 minute ride away.

Hint: Avoid lines at attractions like the Lourve by buying tickets at the nearby Virgin Megastore. Super convenient!

Highly recommend, especially you would like an authentic Paris experience.