Our family of five thoroughly enjoyed our stay at Walter's place! It is a great alternative to a hotel and provides a more authentic Parisian experience. It could use a little 'freshening up', yet has a cozy and warm ambience and everything you need . The location provides a neighborhood stay with lots of close-by shops, cafes, bakeries, metro stops (Place de la Republique and Temple stops) and a beautiful park just a block away. It was quiet at night and had the buzz of city life during the day; the neighborhood is fun and safe to walk around. We really appreciated Walter's friendliness and helpfulness. We also liked the shower with on-demand water so if multiple showers were needed around the same time, we didn't run out of hot water. Having an elevator in the building was a bonus, especially when we were taking our luggage up and down. The Monoprix grocery store around the corner was convenient and very well-stocked.