We truly enjoyed staying for a whole month in Kay's apartment. I love the layout of the flat with a bedroom, living-room and kitchen facing south with large windows onto a balcony. Light is key. Kay has a great taste and the few pieces of furniture are carefully chosen. There is no elevator but I was surprised to find out I wasn't bothered by it. By the end of the month, I climbed up to the fifth floor without being out of breath ;-). In terms of drawbacks: yes, the area is anything but fancy. However, I found places I really love like the café Lomi - exquisite coffee, full of students, the Marché de l'Olive - a market with amazing vegetables, fish, poultry, meat (I tried it all). Just ask Kay, she will give you really good directions. Talking about her: well, she has become a friend so I am a bit biased... :-) I will definitely go back.