Issa is a great host and this is a great property. it is larger than it appears in the listing and was a great size for the 2 adults and 2 teens on our trip. The area was very busy and bustling but was just a couple blocks frome the Metro and an easy walk to both Gare du Nord and Gare de l'est. in addition there was a nice grocery store right downstairs. Also, with 2 vegetarians on the trip, we really appreciated the Indian restaurants in the area...many of which were billed as 100% vegetarian...which put us at ease while traveling. Issa was a welcoming host and a wealth of information. We would stay again without a doubt! Thanks Issa!