Exactly as described — Mao is a great host, very accommodating, and flexible. She responds quickly to messages and gives lots of recommendations. She lives next to a bus station and within a few minutes you’ll be at the metro stop. You can walk to the Eiffel Tower from her place ~10-15 min walk depending on how close you are trying to get. It did get very hot during the month of July as there is no AC and no fan — however we never asked for a fan so I’m not sure if this is something that Mao would be able to provide, but worth asking. The sofa bed might be difficult for some to open - have Mao show you upon check-in.