This was a wonderful flat. Not only was it absolutely beautiful and full of character, it felt like home which is what I love about the best of Airbnb - and this is one of the best.

Although I didn't meet Bernard he was very organised and helpful. The apartment was extremely easy to get to (once I'd worked out where Ligne 2 is on the metro) from Gare du Nord. I found the number 30 bus even more convenient for the return journey as there are no stairs to navigate with luggage and an easy 2 minute walk from the stop.

Bernard arranged for someone else to let me in and show me around and she was very friendly and helpful. The apartment is just at the foot of Montmartre and in an amazing spot - easy buses and metros to anywhere you want, plus a good walk into the centre and all the sites there (downhill all the way into town). The flat itself is a great size, very comfortable and clean and creatively decorated. I loved it. There's a supermarket just on the corner but also lovely small food shops and cafe on the streets just behind. It was really busy at the weekend with Parisian families stocking up their supplies and giving their kids a go on the wee merry-go-round.

Everyone I encountered as I wandered the city and the area were friendly. Montmartre itself is the biggest tourist attraction and that attracts the less pleasant side aswell but those who want to hassle tourists are easy to avoid. I found that the Montmartre musee was extremely quiet with a beautiful sunny garden, well worth the 9.50 entrance fee.

Really excellent.