We really enjoyed our stay at Wilson and Marienne’s small flat in Montmartre. It is right next to the impressive Basilica of the Sacre Coeur which is surrounded by restaurants and some interesting markets. Dan (Wilson’s ‘little’ brother) was there to show us into the flat and explain everything we needed to know. The place is very secure behind two heavy doors with combination locks and a key to the flat’s door. We basically used it as a base from which to explore Paris and it suited this purpose admirably. The kitchen it adequate for breakfast but it probably wouldn’t suit those with ambitions of preparing larger meals due to its limited space. We took our evening meals at the local restaurants which are only a minute or two away and the food was reasonably priced and very good. Our hosts also provided us with excellent advice regarding the best eating places and the sights of Paris and made it very clear that we could contact them for assistance if required. A bus goes past the front door but we used the metro to get around which is about 600 metres down the hill. This was no problem for us but if you are not very fit and are carrying stuff home from the station you could find the journey home up the hill a little challenging. On the other hand, the location up the famous Montmartre hill provides some beautiful views over parts of Paris.