We didn't meet Patricia because she was away while we were in Paris, but she stayed in close contact with us up to and during our stay. She sent through an excellent set of detailed instructions for accessing the flat, along with some very good suggestions for where to get food locally.
We drove to Paris, so the apartment was usefully close to a secure underground car park (just beware the cost - €80 for 36 hours). It's in a great location, near lots of vibey restaurants and wine bars, close to Metro stations, and within an easy walk of the Seine, the Tuileries and the Louvre. There is a fabulous boulangerie (Paul) just opposite the apartment so you can literally fall out of bed and nip over for a cup of coffee and a croissant.
The flat is tucked inside an old building behind three sets of secure doors, so feels very safe. It is also incredibly quiet, once you're in it - unusual for a central Paris apartment! It's up one short flight of narrow stairs.
It is definitely one of the most unique places we've stayed, tucked into a little loft, it's quite incredible how Patricia has managed, so cleverly, to make this tiny space, with windows only on one side, feel so roomy and light.
Either she is an interior designer, or she hired an interior designer, or she should be an interior designer, because the chic modern-retro look of the flat is brilliantly done, with a quirky sense of humour.
The kitchen and bathroom are tiny, but make good use of the space and are well planned out so although there's not a lot of elbow room, you can get by quite happily without bruising elbows and knees. The shower had great pressure and plenty of hot water for everyone.
The kitchen is well-equipped, and well-stocked with tea, a Nespresso coffee machine, sugar and sweeteners.
One note for very tall people: my husband, at 6 ft 1 had to keep ducking in places. Anyone substantially over 6 ft might find the ceiling a little low.
We had two very comfortable nights there, and I would definitely go back and stay there if it was available.