Carole's apartment in Paris is amazing. This was the first time I took a chance on a newer listing with no reviews yet, I'm pretty picky about where I stay, but I am so glad we found this place. The pictures and description reflected exactly what the apartment is like, and even though we did not meet, Carole was an excellent host. What cannot be seen in the listing is the sublime feeling of the apartment, just a perfect balance of old and new in the furniture and decor, comfort and style and the way the place is set-up that just really puts off a great vibe for a stay in Paris. Huge windows overlook a courtyard, the location was excellent allowing us to walk all over the city, late at night, no problems. We were welcomed with a bottle of wine and snacks and the place was spotless. Everything seemed new, kitchen appliances, washer/dryer, hairdryer, good fans, foosball table..
As in the listing the spiral stairs would not be safe for children and probably not work if you are traveling with someone elderly or if you are very tall (low ceilings in kitchen and loft bedrooms).
I have stayed in many VRBO, ABnB, expensive swanky hotels, etc, and this was one of the best accommodations of my experience. Simply fantastic.