Bernard was unable to meet me so had someone at the apartment to show me where everything was and how to operate TV, stove, etc. everything was as pictured. The neighborhood is very nice and friendly. There are restaurants and markets within a few minutes walk. The metro and main bus area is a 5 minute walk. Bernard is a perfect host. He makes an effort to please requests. He researched to find a restaurant that served things I requested and it was marvelous. He had good suggestions for places to visit in Paris. He knows a lot about other areas and was encouraging to be out and about.