Pasquale’s flat was lovely and exactly as it looks in the ad except that the pictures don’t quite do it justice! The hike to the top of the building seemed daunting, but totally worth the beautiful view and at least we never felt guilty about eating all of the bread and cheese we could get our hands on!
The flat is located in an Indian neighborhood and is surrounded by Indian shops and restaurants. There’s a great boulangerie on the corner across the street (try the lentil and egg puffs if you’re feeling adventurous!) and a grocery store a couple blocks away. La chapelle station is super convenient. Pasquale kindly provided a few breakfast items and coffee pods for the first few days.
I was a little shy about the modern decor but everything was extremely welcoming and comfortable. Gigi the fish was so fun to look after and made the place feel extra home-y.
We did have a small hiccup due to a downstairs neighbor having a water leak in their ceiling but considering the circumstances, I don’t think Pasquale could have handled it any better. It was just one of those unexpected things that happen in life. We actually ended up meeting a few of the other building tenants and they were all so kind to us.
Bottom line is that Pasquale and his flat are truly great. If you’re looking for an immersive experience in Paris and you are fit enough to climb six flights of stairs, then this is the place for you! We hope to return someday.