When picking an AirBnB for a significant portion of a "once in a lifetime" trip, you only hope that the property offers some comforts of home, but also a genuine feeling of what it's like for everyday people who live in the city you're visiting.
Delphine's property delivered on both hopes: cable TV, washer/dryer, fully-stocked kitchen, plenty of hot water for showers, comfortable beds and a wonderful location steeped in local culture.
Each morning we dutifully boarded the metro (about 75 yards away from the private courtyard) and zoomed to the attractions one is obligated to see while in Paris. However, on our last day at the property, we realized we could have greatly enjoyed staying in the neighborhood for a day. There are several interesting restaurants, charming brasseries & patisseries, supermarkets, beautiful churches and more. When you stay at Delphine's apartment, you feel like a Parisian.
The property is not one of a dozen other AirBnBs in the building; it's actually a residence with neighbors who are living everyday lives. I hope we were good stewards of the property and respected the privacy of the other tenants. If you're planning to stay here, I hope you'll do the same so that this gem continues to be available to others wanted to experience Paris as a local.
Jean-Christophe (the caretaker and host) was responsive, friendly and helpful. He contributed as much to our positive opinion of the property as any amenity or its location.
The apartment is exactly as advertised, and we will certainly return.