We were delayed in arriving to the loft because of traffic, so we were concerned that Maja might not still be waiting for us. We were concerned for nothing. Maja was waiting patiently for us with her adorable daughter. She showed us around explained how things worked. There was even a selection of electrical outlet converters that worked fine for our american electronics.

I will never forget the moment after she left that my wife and I walked out onto the main terrace; words and pictures cannot prepare you for the amazing view. There is an awesome view from the terrace on the other side of her loft that would be a high selling point anywhere else, but compared to the main terrace, well, there is no comparison.

The neighborhood had everything we needed within a few blocks. There is a wine shop up the block across the street where we found friendly, helpful service. The markets on the block had delicious, fresh produce and good cheese selections (as well as anything else we might have needed). We were only there for 3 nights, and we ate at all three restaurants within two blocks up the street. Our best Dining experience was at the Italian restaurant, Firmine. Definitely the friendliest waiter we experienced in Paris. If he's not back in school in the U.K., you will be happy to be served by Lucas at Firmine.

I have never been to France before, and when people ask me how I liked it, I tell them, I would go back in a heartbeat. If, God willing, I do get to return to Paris, I don't know how I could stay anywhere else. I will always cherish the memories of sharing very romantic evenings drinking excellent wine and beer on the terrace, gazing at the endless evening views with my beautiful wife. Let's just say, it was like we were newlyweds again. I guess Paris has that effect on people.

Francoise's arrangements before our arrival made everything to do with getting to, and using her loft, very easy. She is a very friendly host, and I hope some day we can meet her in person.