Carole's place is exactly as it appears online, so there are no surprises! It is a sweet, quiet, nicely decorated space in an absolutely GREAT part of Paris. The bed was very comfortable and the shower had lots of hot water with great pressure (a good bed and a good shower are necessities after walking around Paris for hours and hours!). Carole was extremely communicative and eager to make everything as convenient as possible. Check-in was seamless (thanks Edith!) and checking out was even easier. You are close to multiple metro lines that take you all over the city, but if you stay in the neighborhood, you have amazing bakeries, wine bars, and restaurants around the corner. (Don't miss Siffleur de Ballons on Rue de Citeaux, one block away. They have some of the best wine you'll ever find, great cheese and charcuterie, and a very welcoming staff.) We would recommend Carole's place to any couple traveling for a night or a staying for a week as we did. Thanks Carole!