My husband, our seven year old daughter and I just got back from Paris, where we stayed at Boris' place.

I highly recommend his apartment for the following reasons:

1. Location – we found the apartment very well positioned for our needs. We were able to walk to Center Pompidou (5 min.), Musee D’Orsey (35 min.), and to the Louvre. There are numerous cafes and restaurants in the neighborhood to fit every budget. In addition, there are two small but well-stocked grocery stores, a fresh fruit and vegetable vendor, and a seafood guy – all within a five-minute walk.

2. Kitchen – very well equipped with everything one would need to prepare his/her own meal –- two coffee makers, a fridge, silverware, pots and pans, etc. There’s also a washing machine/dryer in the kitchen. All the appliances are in excellent condition.

3. Host – Boris replied right away when I inquired about the availability of the apartment on my dates and stayed in contact with me prior to our arrival and throughout our stay. He was very professional and courteous. His friend Tim was there to let us in when we arrived and was also very helpful.

4. The atmosphere in the building. We liked the fact that it’s a typical local building. It was nice to spend a few days surrounded by people who actually live there and are part of the culture, as opposed to smiley and fascinated tourists.

I would definitely stay at Boris' lovely apartment again!