My husband and I have stayed in this apartment twice. The location is great and it is large and comfortable by Paris standards. You will have zero direct contact with the owner, but he is very responsive to emails. You'll receive detailed instructions on where to pick up a key (about a 10 minute walk from the apartment) and must drop the key back upon your departure. Be aware there is no elevator in the building and you are on the 4th floor (which the French call the 3rd floor!). Overall a great place to enjoy your stay in fabulous Paris!