Joao's flat is a dream! It is most comfortable and has been beautifully renovated recently. It is located on a quiet side street, and the metro as well as all necessary shops are very near. My favorite shop was the bakery "Thevenin", which boasts the best croissants I have ever tasted, as well as crisp baguettes and yummy cakes... Joao is the perfect host - very friendly and most helpful in every way. The next time I come to Paris I definately would like to stay at his place again!!