Mary Ann's apartment in the Le Marais neighborhood was the perfect place for our time in Paris. With a bakery located right downstairs and a Metro stop practically at our front door, the location could not have been better. The charm of the place is also evident as soon as you walk in the door. High ceilings with rugged wooden beams lend an old world feel and the spacious living room with windows that look right out on to the street is a great place for gathering for breakfast or at the end of the evening.

Grant, our host, met us on arrival and gave us loads of great info and the lay of the land. He also came by on our last evening in the city to make sure we had enjoyed our stay and to wish us a safe trip home.

Mary Ann's artwork is everywhere in the apartment and gives the place a sense of home. The separated bathroom and shower areas are also a nice feature for folks traveling in groups of four. The water pressure in the shower was very low and the temperature was tough to control, but it was only a minor inconvenience in an otherwise beautiful spot.

Do be aware that the second bed in the back bedroom does require some tight stairs to get up and down and is not suitable for the elderly or those with mobility issues. However, our family of four slept very comfortably and had no issues.

E're looking forward to a return trip to Mary Ann's apartment .