Laure's apartment is a model of the best Airbnb can be: an elegant flat where even our young children felt at home. She left her art work, sculptures and books out for us to enjoy, yet the living and dining rooms felt inviting -- oases where we could flop down and enjoy. The flat is in a fabulous neighborhood: open the tall windows and gaze out on rooftops of Boulevard Saint Michel and Notre Dame's spire in the distance. Laure takes care of you: a friend met us at the front door, gave us a guided tour of every room, and Laure left a booklet of instructions for everything from keys and toilets to TV and appliances -- plus phone numbers for a friend and concierge, in case we ever needed help but couldn't get in touch with Laure. We urge Airbnb to urge owners to follow her example.