You enter through a street door, into a lovely, tranquil, cobbled courtyard. Wrought iron balconies, flowers and shutters. So pretty. Our ground-floor apartment was bijou, and filled with tasteful, decorative touches. A good sized, double sofa bed and a single bed gave the two of us comfortable nights. There's an excellent shower and bath and a well-equipped, little kitchen, though we didn't cook! There is very little noise, considering that you're in the middle of a large city. A short stroll will find you at a fab boulangerie for your morning croissant and the wonders of Place des Vosges are a step or two further. If shopping is your thing, there's plenty. If you love art and history, you're spoilt for choice. An excellent restaurant on the corner. Busy, though, so book! Maria, your host, is charming and helpful and has great English. We walked everywhere, but the buses are frequent. We stayed for three nights, and it was perfect.