I have stayed in Paris several times and this has been by far the best place. First, location: Philippe's appartment is a very unique combination of being in the middle of Paris, 5mins walk to most important attractions and most charming neighborhoods (Notre Dame, Louvre, Ile de la Cite, St Michel, Pompidou, Cluny, Marais, St Germain des Pres) and at the same time being in a very calm place. It is like an oasis. L'Ile de la Cite is such a touristy place, however, la Place Dauphine is a best kept secret, very calm, where parisians meet in the afternoon to play, have dinner, play pétanque, etc. The apartment itself is very spacious with lots of light an amazing salle de Bain. Beautiful library surrounds the dining room, very large and comfortable living room. And I never comment on this, but this time is worth mentioning, the pillows and mattress are first class, and the bed sheets are at least of 1000 thread. Really worth mentioning. The host really has a great attention to details. On top of all of this, the host was very attentive of our arrival and generously provided very thorough information on a trip to the North of France. I highly recommend it and definitely will come back here the next time I visit Paris. Thank you very much!!