Catherine was a fantastic host and the apartment was perfect for a brief stay in Paris. The bed was very comfortable as was the rest of the apartment. The local area is not as nice or as secure feeling as the rest of Paris, but the metro was very close and the locals were helpful in assisting me with my heavy suitcase on the metro stairs. Catherine's place is on the fifth floor (sixth- American) so do NOT bring a heavy or large suitcase as I did unless you wish to be drenched in sweat after the walk up (no elevator). This is common for most Parisian apartments though and be aware that the metro system in Paris involves many stairs and no escalators or elevators to assist with baggage.