Suzette is awesome, she is fluent in both French and English, so communication was very easy. Even though our flight was running about an hour late, she waited patiently for us at the house and cheerfully greeted us when we arrived. She very generously supplied the apartment with fresh flowers, a bagette, brie, butter, jam, coffee, tea, milk, orange juice, and a bottle of wine to welcome us. It was really lovely. We also ended up having to leave early and were unable to notify her until late the night before. She was very flexible and kind with meeting up with us.

As anyone booking here can see, the location is a little farther out, but the metro stop is literally around the corner and goes to 2 lines. We found it very convenient. There are several bike share locations within one or two blocks as well. We loved the cobblestone street and getting away from the touristy areas. The local market will make you feel like a true local.

I believe the reasons this apartment is affordable are transparent in the listing and other reviews. It is true that it can be a little bright and a little loud at night. But nothing an eyepatch and earplugs couldn't manage. The space is very small (true to the pictures) and there is no dresser to unpack. There is a small broom closet that has been repurposed for clothing, so it's less than ideal but it will let you hang a few nice items. The bed is not the most comfortable, but the comforter was nice. What it lacks in luxury it makes up for in charm. The big French windows and red geraniums hanging on the wrought iron window are so very French.

Overall, I believe it's an excellent value and I would highly recommend staying here.