Anne came to the rescue when my original booking had cancel at the last minute. As it turns out, I feel very lucky to have spent 4 weeks at Anne's gorgeous, well-located apartment with a stunning view and would stay here again in a heartbeat. Although at first i was worried about the renovationa noise, I got used to it, and Anne made heroic efforts to get it under control - one can't ask for more! Paris is noisy, and the timing happened to be bad as there was also street work being done... but the sunny, airy, comfortable and spacious apt in a really friendly and pretty building in an ideal location more than made up for any noise inconvenience. And there was also "good noise" like church bells and kids playing. The location is perfect: away from the tourist center, but 10 mins by metro; under 5 mins to the wonderful Parc des Buttes Chaumont; and at the lovely and vibrant Village Jourdain. Near several metro stops and buses. Anne responded to my many questions efficiently; provided lots of items foodwise (from fresh basil to spices etc)... She even has a twice-weekly housecleaner drop by (very nice woman). Plenty of excellent arthouse DVDs available and Anne's library of books is great. Wonderful decor - Anne's an artist. A super host and wonderful apt.