Anne-Marie was the perfect host. She met us at the apartment and went over the important information about the appliances, keys, Internet, TV, and Marais neighborhood. She had left a personal notebook about the workings of the apartment and a map of the neighborhood, marking the grocery stores, pharmacies, etc. The location was IDEAL--steps away from metro and bus stops; even a taxi queue. The apartment was very comfortable and the kitchen well appointed. We were there a month and it quickly felt like "home." Bed and shower were wonderful. Big rooms by Paris standards.