This apartment was a wonderful surprise for us and our daughter and granddaughter. We usually stay in the 6th or 7th arrondisement, but our rental fell through at the last minute, and we were grateful just to get any place in Paris. But we absolutely loved Francois's bright, spacious apartment -- with two terraces! -- It was the nicest and biggest apartment we have ever rented in Paris. We also loved the 17th, which is not touristy. Real people live there! The Levi St market was very close and two lovely parks too, in addition to some nice restaurants and cafes. Francois was very welcoming and helpful. We would love to return another year!