Philippe was a great host, although we didn't get to meet him personally. All the communication was clear, and Philippe prepared detailed information and *manual* of his apartment. So everything was very easy even though he could not be there at check-in. The apartment was very spacious and comfortable, even for a family of four. Although it was a hot summer week in Paris, but this apartment stayed cool with the breeze at the 23rd floor. The location of the apartment is superb, and the view at 23rd level was unbeatable. I had a rental car for part of the trip, and Philippe was nice enough to let me use the parking in the basement. The apartment was very well equipped and has all the amenities you need because it was a real home (including a washing machine in the bathroom, very useful for longer stay in Paris). I am very happy that we stayed in Philippe's apartment!