After much searching I came across Ismail's apartment, I sent a booking request and Ismail was very quick with his response, and very helpful over all. When we arrived at abbesses metro station I instantly knew this was the part of Paris we had been looking for, many local bars and restaurants and a general great feel to the area. Upon reaching the apartment on the top floor, there is a lift so don't panic, Ismail greeted us and welcomed us into his home, I must say the photos do not do this beautiful apartment justice, for us it was just the perfect place to stay, very homely, clean and tidy and the views from the lounge and the kitchen are just breathtakingly wonderful. Ismail is a great host and kept in touch throughout our stay if we needed any help/advice. Would highly recommend staying here, I can't praise it anymore than I have. We will defiantly book to stay in this lovely part of Paris again.