Christian’s place was a perfect location. Super cute neighborhood, a bit touristy - to be expected as it’s in the center of a lot of action. Notre Dame, Pantheon, Luxembourg gardens were easy walks, and musee Louvre and D’orsay were only about a mile away and we walked to those as well.
Christian was a great host - responsive and helpful. We had a few instances where we needed his help, and he came through!
We stayed a week at the house and had most essentials provided. His guidebooks to the area and his home were great- Especially how to work the washer, the internet, the A/C, etc.
Tips for travelers:
-bring your own soap/shampoo or buy at the local store
-no hairdryer available
-he has a washer AND dryer!! This was HUGE for us, as it saved us so much time hang drying our clothes (which we’ve had to do in several other French apartments).
-if you have young children who don’t sleep well through the night- climbing down multiple times from the loft in the middle of the night while in a sleep coma can be a bit dangerous. Not recommended. We tried sleeping on the sofa bed beside the main floor bedroom, but the skylight is so bright that it’s difficult to sleep during the summer.
-I got pickpocketed, so be AWARE of where you put your valuables. I was cautious, but when I was dealing with toddlers on the street, I was an easy target.
-we enjoyed these places in the neighborhood: La Jacobine Restaurant, Shakespeare & Co (cafe and bookstore), The Abbey bookshop, Le Bistrot d’Henri, abbey of Saint Genevieve
-lots of restaurants and Boulangeries were closed during August when we were there. So call ahead!
-can see other tips and places we visited on Instagram @wanderlustphamily
Thanks again Christian!