Cedric's place is perfect -- aesthetically, it is a wonderful blend of modern upgrades and finishes within the traditional building's cobbled courtyard. The large windows make the apartment feel bright and when they are open create a lovely cooling breeze. The kitchen has every amenity you could need and Cedric was so thoughtful to ensure that the Nespresso coffee pods were stocked for our arrival. The living room was very comfortable and the internet-connected tv meant that we had a wide variety of things to watch in English, French, and probably 100+ other languages. The bathroom is brand new with top-tier fixtures and stocked with very nice bath products. Throughout the apartment, which is immaculately clean, you can see Cedric's attention to detail: from the top-of-the-line hairdryer to the lotions & shampoos, to the bedroom slippers and convenient outlets, to the paper napkins and kitchen equipment: this apartment will exceed all of your expectations. The location is ideal for anyone who wants to get out and explore the city, although we highly recommend spending a lazy afternoon in Parc Monceau - just a quick walk from the apartment - at least once. You could cook a gourmet meal in the kitchen after visiting the markets on rue Poncelet and rue de Levis, or eat out. Within a few blocks there are wonderful restaurants - French, Chinese, Lebanese, Indian, Vietnamese, Turkish, steakhouses, creperies, bakeries and many more that we didn't see. The apartment is close enough to walk to all areas of the city, and the metro stops are even closer, should you prefer. Since the apartment is so centrally located, we often would start our day at one end of the city, stop home for a quick refresh, and head back out to the opposite end of Paris. Cedric is the perfect host. He made sure that we had everything that we needed. I highly recommend his apartment and hope we have the chance to stay here again.