Wow, what a great apartment in Paris! This is a place on the 5th floor of a building right next to the historical monastery of St. Bernardins (now a college). With a small lift available to the 5th floor you will be saved from climbing the old wooden stairs as you're coming and going. The apartment itself is just as pictured and to see it and stay in there was very cool. Originally we thought we'd spend more time there using kitchen, audio/video, etc, but found ourselves out and about most days. It was great knowing we had this to come back to. The stairs up to the loft are a small challenge as they are narrow, kind of like climbing into a treehouse/fort, so take em slow and mind your step!
The apartment is located in the most amazing part of the city. There are nearby shops for everything you need, food, drink, pharmacy, did I mention wine? There is an superb wine shop at the end of the block where they will take care of you like you're old friends. Just ask for directions. Plus the patisseries in the neighborhood are excellent, too. We found Le Boulanger de la Tour to be the best around, and right next door is La Rôtisserie d'Argent, a Michelin Star rated restaurant know for it's duck. Get the duck!
Of course, with the Metro stations and bus system so close, you can get to anywhere in the city in short time. Or walk! We did, and were so glad because you never know what you'll come across as you do. Notre Dame seems a central figure to the area, and we passed it daily. With long lines by 10:30 it will benefit you to get there by 9 and have the place to yourself. We walked right in.
I cannot say enough about this city and/or this apartment. Tancrède's hospitality was great putting our minds at ease about the renting vs. hotels. We will come back as soon as we can! Missing it already :)