The place is lovely. Herve welcomed us with some food and wine, which was a true gift after a long trip. He had great suggestions for restaurants nearby. The kitchen is well-stocked and perfect for a group that likes to stay home some nights.
There is a lot of light in the apartment and the balcony and roof are a pleasure. The apartment itself was surprisingly quiet and secluded given the location right in the middle of the 1st arrondissement.
There is nothing fancy about the place itself, but all very pleasant and full of books. It is lived-in, which we loved.