Overall, our stay at Philippe’s place was very positive. Philippe is an excellent host who clearly goes out of his way to make his guests feel comfortable — very thoughtful, responsive and helpful in answering messages and providing details about the apartment. He was very thorough in his instructions, making for a smooth stay overall. The location of the apartment is quite charming and easily accessible on foot to public transit, restaurants, bars, shops, etc. Because of its popular location, evenings/nights in the neighborhood are quite lively (and noisy!) — at least during the summer months.
Philippe’s apartment is ideal for those looking for a well-located “home base” to discover Paris from. The apartment is outfitted thoughtfully, though sparsely, with most everything one would need for a minimal stay in the city — e.g. basic kitchen supplies, futon, washer (a bit finicky), linens, etc.
Thank you again, Philippe, for the use of your apartment. We would certainly recommend those looking for affordable, hassle-free accommodations to consider Philippe’s apartment!