The place was beautiful and everything with the host was very easy. Overall, it worked very well for our family and my two kids that like to get into everything. Christmas with 7 people was very cozy and but easily managed. There were a few new apartment kinks, but the courtyard was adorable and very quiet despite a busy street beyond. The area is off the beaten path, not a touristy part of Paris, but diverse and interesting. Great food all around. The host Michael was extremely responsive and willing to help where he could.