While the location was spectacular and the apartment had all the charm of a Haussmann-style apartment, there is a huge disconnect between the type of guests they are looking for (larger groups who are not having a party and will be quiet) and the amenities provided (tiny fridge, no scissors or flipper, one toilet, no double paned windows to block out any noise, and a demand from the board to not use the lift to transport luggage despite the apartment being in the 5th floor).
I think the description needs to be updated to indicate that there are three noisy intersections nearby and you can hear EVERYTHING.
Overall, I think the apartment has a tremendous amount of potential but needs a refresh (new linens, bedroom doors that aren’t so painted over you can’t close them; non-creaky bed frames on an uneven floor; fixed floor boards; and insulated windows). And the neighbour below needs to move…