The space Caroline offers in Saint Germain des Prés is fabulous! I arrived by train at Gare du Nord and was able to find my way to the #4 Metro line without a problem. It was easy to find my stop on the Metro and Caroline's place was a short walk from the station. I went through a courtyard and up an elevator where Caroline was there to greet me. She showed me my quarters which were up some stairs to a cozy little hideaway with a sitting room, a bedroom, and a bathroom with everything you'd expect. Ventilation and cool views of Parisian rooftops and the Eiffel Tower are provided by glass skylights that open to the cool summer air.

Once I cleaned up and hit the streets I was overwhelmed by the endless art galleries, boutique shops, and cafes on every street. I ran into a fun group of street musicians playing Traditional American Jazz, so I sat across the street from them and enjoyed the music, some coffee, and an apple tart. The next day I walked to Notre Dame Cathedral, The Louvre, and the Orsay Museum.

This a lovely getaway and Caroline is a most helpful and generous host. I plan on coming back with my wife. I know she will love it.