Two friends and I stayed at Mary Ann's Parisian flat for a short getaway, and all three of us thought it was a perfect spot for giving you a sense of living in the heart of the city. The location is amazing- right in the heart of the Marais, and a short walk to Notre-Dame, Place des Vosges, and the Bastille as well as some great restaurants, shops, and cafes. That proximity does mean that you will hear some street noise, for those sensitive to that earplugs are suggested. Another strong point of this flat is that it is really large given its ideal location (most places are much smaller), with lots of privacy. There's a decent kitchen and the beds are comfy, but the real star is the living space, which has gorgeous huge windows, lots of seating, and Mary Ann's artwork all around. The place was very clean and we wanted for nothing during our stay.

We did not meet Mary Ann but she was very responsive to messages. We were met by Grant and I will say that you need to have access to a phone to coordinate with him as he is a self-proclaimed non-emailer. We had no issues with check-in or check-out, and the house guide was comprehensive so did not need any other assistance during our stay.

I do think it's worth noting that those with mobility issues might find the two flights of stairs up to the flat a challenge with no lift. Also, the shower is really tiny (even my 5'1 girlfriend thought so) though there is a bath if you want more space. Finally, the bathroom is a little musty which I think is just the nature of an older place (I live in England so have experienced MUCH mustier). I only flag this for people with allergies, and would highlight that the rest of the flat and the spaces you are more likely to spend lots of time in do not have this issue.

Overall, I would highly recommend this airbnb and would definitely stay here again in the future as it is excellent value for the space, style, and location.