Helene is a wonderful, helpful and responsive host and made me feel at home in her place immediately. Not only has the apartment been recently redone with new kitchen and bathroom appliances (a rarity in Paris), but the place is spotless, stylishly yet homily decorated, and literally above a metro station. I had never stayed in the 19th arrondissement before and found the neighborhood a nice change from the typical hustle and bustle of central Paris - it's quiet, next to a beautiful canal, and a quick metro ride to everywhere else. I'm so thankful I found this gem and will definitely be back the next time I'm in Paris!