What a charming apartment in the midst of Saint-Germain. Everything from the art on the walls, to the overflowing bookshelves, to the ancient wood beams fits the description as a writer's flat. Catherine's apartment served as a wonderful home for exploring the heart of Paris, as it was an easy walk to the Louvre, Notre Dame, the Marais, and more.

Catherine was a wonderful host. When we first arrived, she gave us a quick tea before giving us a quick walking tour of the nearby restaurants and food shops. You're in for a gastronomic treat if you stay here as there is a delicious prepared food store within one block, great restaurants on the street directly below, and good croissants, ice cream/gelato, and cafes within two blocks.

A few things to know about the apartment:
1) there is no elevator (instead you have to climb 4 flights of stairs up a beautiful, centuries-old staircase),
2) the kitchen is small and there is no freezer - this wasn't a problem for us since there were so many wonderful restaurants and food stores nearby,
3) no shower (but there is a bath with a hand-held sprayer)
4) despite being two blocks from the Seine, it is on a very quiet street and there was little noise.
5) there is no AC - we were there during a heat wave in Paris (reaching 104F), but despite this the apartment was still comfortable due to a breeze through the windows and being shaded from the afternoon sun.

We highly recommend staying here and would do so again in a heartbeat.