Marie's condo is an excellent pied a terre for 1 or 2. The 6th floor balcony views the Place de Republique providing entertaining viewing during rest-times. With the windows closed it is plenty quiet, ( while still being a city ). The bed is very comfortable. The kitchen provides the basics- room for your wine, cheese, chocolate. You're in Paris, let's assume you'll be eating out. The neighborhood is fun to walk in every direction. It is served by 2 metro lines, practically to your doorstep ( Temple, Republique ), with connections easy and frequent. If you haven't experienced the Paris Metro it is the eighth wonder of the world. Don't miss the Musee Carnavalet, a fifteen minute walk. While not as well known as the Musee D'Orsay or the L'Ouvre, it is spectacular.