Suzie was fantastic! We communicated before my trip as well as during. Her place is easily accessible from the metro about a 3 minute walk. Words can not explain my first reaction when I saw the view of the courtyard. There is nothing else like it on her street. This is a gated community. Once in the courtyard there is a secured door into her building. Once in her building there is another secured door. Sounds like a lot, it’s really not. I live in a place like this so I am used to it. Suzie was not there to meet me, however she sent someone to meet me and go over the logistics and give me the keys. I did not mind this at all. Suzie was very accommodating and told me to come there straight from the airport which was an extremely early check in time. The building alone with so much history the architecture and how Suzie captured modern and Victorian was just stunning. With a view of the courtyard and large windows, very lovely first thing in the morning while drinking tea in my room. The walk to the Eiffel Tower sounds like a long walk from other reviews, it on felt like 5 minutes to me. You can take the next stop on the metro to the Eiffel , if you do you will miss the experience of walking there on your own. There is a side street with a picturesque view of the Eiffel. There is also a park area that you could have a picnic or just sit and enjoy the scenery. The walk I would say is roughly 10 minutes. I highly recommend walking. My family stayed at a hotel, I used the metro everyday. The community Suzie lives in is very safe and well lit in the evenings. This area has a lot of history. I found that out through a tour I was on. This place is perfect for the single traveler. I already told Suzie I will be seeing her again. Suzie is very personable and such a wonderful host. If your dates are available don’t hesitate to book right away. After I booked months in advance, one week later I wanted to extend my stay and she was booked. A fantastic place at a very affordable rate.