John's place is well situated in the center of Paris. It is easy to walk to most places, and easy to take the metro or Uber everywhere else. The patio apartment is secure with the with the gate to the building, but getting in and out with bags or groceries is easy and the kitchenette offers all you need to keep the essentials in the apartment and then dine out and enjoy Paris. It was raining through most of our stay, but we would have enjoyed the patio if weather permitted. John was quick and responsive when we had questions leading up to our stay. All around nice place in a great part of town, highly recommend.