The perfect Parisian apartment, just steps from the Metro (Voltaire Station, exit 4) and a short walk to well stocked supermarkets, local specialty shops and restaurants. The apartment is very well equipped - it's clear that Enrique and Linda have taken great care to ensure guests have all they could possibly need.

The lift in the building is small but serviceable and takes you to the 5th floor (you'll have to walk one more floor up to the apartment). I loved the unusual mechanism of the lift door - it made me smile every time I got in!

There is a charming view out of every window of the flat, over the lively local neighbourhood. Sacre Couer can be seen in the distance from the bedroom and the top of the Eiffel Tower from the kitchen (you'll notice it when the light show is on!).

A big thank you to Daniela and Pierre-Francois for being Enrique and Linda's proxies! They patiently waited for me even though I was an hour late on arrival. Pierre-Francois was very responsive whenever I had any questions and was polite at all times (as was Daniela!).

If you're coming from the airport, you can take the Metro, which will cost you around €10 for a ticket. There are a few transfers with steps, but it's still a good option if you are travelling light as you make significant savings doing this over taking a taxi. I got off at Gare du Nord to transfer on to Line 5 (orange), got off at Republique (as Oberkampf was closed) and transfered again on to Line 9 (light green) to Voltaire.

I loved pretending I was a local living in a fabulous Parisian rooftop apartment in a local neighbourhood with very few tourists! I wouldn't hesitate to stay at this apartment again or to recommend it to friends.