Marvelous apartment! The location was incredible. The apartment was beautiful. We were impressed with the excellent design of use of living space. Communication was excellent. Meeting for exchange of keys was precisely on time (lovely woman). We went with Alain's suggestion to hire Eelway to meet us at the train station and keep our luggage until check-in, which worked flawlessly. We felt very secure - locked street door, then through a lovely small (so Parisian!) courtyard to another locked door, then up 2 easy flights of wooden circular stairs to our apartment door. The floor tile alone is worth the short stroll. :) Crossing from the bustling noisy center-of-Paris street outside, into the very quiet and secure hall and courtyard inside was very welcoming. The bustle and sound of the city was evident (you are after all in the heart of this busy city, and the French police LOVE to use their sirens. LOL). It was particularly exhilarating to open the windows and lean out on the railing and simply enjoy the city. Alain has added thoughtful touches like any umbrella in the closet. There were adapters in a drawer which worked for our appliances. Overall, 6 stars. Alain, thank you for making your apartment part of our terrific Paris experience.