The flat is great, the balcony spacious and is one of the highlights of the flat. The neighborhood is also great -- excellent location to both the Metro and the Montparnasse station, and lots of restaurants and bars nearby. Because the flat has southern exposure, even though Paris was cold the flat was always warm. If you're looking for an experience in a local neighborhood, I highly recommend the flat because it is comfortable, convenient, and a fantastic value. You feel like you're living as a Parisian. There's almost no way you can get a place with this type of space and amenities in a Parisian hotel for the same price.