The apartment was exactly as shown in the photos. Location was absolutely perfect and central to just about everything you'd ever want and need! Marie was a great host who was always easy to communicate with and get in contact with for any questions. We had an early flight into Paris and her husband was nice enough to meet us during his lunch break. The pull out mattress takes some getting used to but after the first night, I slept fine for the remainder of the trip. :) There are quite a bit of stairs to climb but we used it as our daily exercise! That's how the Parisians stay so fabulous! We would book this apartment again in a heartbeat! Merci Marie!