Sylvie’s apartment was lovely and very cozy indeed. It was my first time in Paris, and her apartment is super cute, clean, safe and eclectically decorated! It is also very central, a few minutes walk to the Strausberg-St. denis metro station and close to many restaurants, cafes, boutiques, convenience stores, bakeries, etc. I really loved how every little corner of the apartment had some sort of art, and the cabinets made use out of small spaces. Plenty of natural light and bed was comfy as well! I had very little luggage with me and walk a lot, so the steps were not an issue. Tip: there are light (I.e. “lumiere”) switches right inside the door when you get in from street level...use them :)