We didn't have a chance to meet Elodie, but her brother was very nice and welcoming when we arrived at the property. The studio is very well-located in a quiet courtyard on a less busy street in Bastille. There is a great market nearby that is well-stocked if you choose to eat in. There is also a yummy bakery and a cat cafe (!) a short distance away. Several well-rated restaurants are very close by. Bastille is a great neighborhood because less expensive and accessible to several Paris Metro lines.

The studio itself is as pictured, compact but very functional and affordable. It is also very clean. The kitchen area works very well for budget traveling. The bed is comfortable and there is a nice TV and great wifi. The bathroom is new and clean, but it is a little close for comfort.

The only caveat to staying here is that we experienced a distinct odor, most likely smoke, that can frankly be a bit overwhelming after the flat has been shut up all day. There is a nice dehumidifier provided which helps, but it certainly can't get rid of the smoke smell. I think it is important to mention this as some guests may have health issues (my husband has asthma) that can be aggravated by this. I suspect that it is a neighbor whose smoke is coming into the flat (maybe even through the walls/floors, I have experienced this before). Elodie obviously tries to help this by keeping it clean and providing a dehumidifer, but it was a problem for us.

If smoke doesn't bother you, I would not hesitate to recommend the flat. The price is right and the location is perfect. I highly appreciate how friendly Elodie and her brother are (and easy to communicate with) and how clean and modern the flat is. Also check-in/check-out are very easy.