Irina's apartment is located in the very nice neighbourhood of Le Marais. It is quite easy to get to via the metro (especially if you arrive at Gare du Nord on the Eurostar!). Only a short walk down to Hotel de Ville and all the shops. The apartment itself is quite large for Paris standards! it's on the 3rd floor of a nice building (with an elevator!!!). The living room is quite large with a very comfortable couch. Off the bedroom is the bathroom - both of which were clean. The kitchen is fully equipped - even though we didn't cook, we had breakfast and used the cutlery and crockery. Didn't meet Irina personally, but spoke with her on the phone during check in (her friend made the call). A HUGE thanks to Irina for providing us with an iron, her friend went out and brought her own! all in all a great place to stay - definitely would go back!