-- Morning sunlight reflects off a white stucco wall onto our little flowered patio as classical music drifts down from an apartment above -- and that was just our first morning. Xavier's apartment is tuck away in a wonderful Paris neighborhood half way between Montmartre and the Louvre. This space made us feel immediately at home with its well appointed design, tasteful artwork and kitchen/dining room. We had many wonderful and memorable dinners with family and friends at the extra large dinner room table. With the patio doors and living room windows open, gentle evening breezes and music from the living room embraced our evenings. This apartment is not for those seeking grand views or direct sunlight as it is tucked away in an inner courtyard, however it has the most enjoyable little patio with table and chairs, perfect for sipping evening wine or morning coffees. The immediate neighborhood is well served with local butchers, fish stores, fruits & vegs and of course glorious pastries. If you want to truly feel like you are living in Paris, then this is the quintessential apartment for you! PS: on our flight home I was already planning our return to Paris, next time for a month!