Excellent, excellent, excellent in every way. If I could give this place more than five stars I would.
The neighborhood to start is the perfect spot for a local feel but has all the hustle and bustle of a city. There is a market across the street, an awesome wine bar close by and tons of yummy restaurants. Go see Ramez at Onze Domaine for yummy cheese and wine or across the street at Landline for cute local gifts. The metros are close by where you can get everywhere you need to go. And the hip Marais district is within a 10 min walk.
The fire station, hospital, and pharmacies are all close as well. And there are yummy croissants across the street or my favorite, Utopie! Get in line early.
The apartment is perfect for a single or couple traveling together or a couple of friends. It is on the third floor, no lift, so you will get your steps in much like a lot of Paris that is all about stairs! It is a secure building and has easy entry and exit by code. Trash is located on the lower level.
The living room has two beautiful big windows that open up to the street. Seating area, a pull out couch that is super comfortable to sleep on. And the bedroom is sizable with a closet to organize all your things and another big beautiful window. The kitchen has everything you need to cook, dishwasher and washer.
Jacques and his wife really thought of everything. And they are so sweet and respond quickly should you need anything during your stay. If you only speak English, you may also meet their granddaughter who is equally delightful and will help explain everything around the house.
I was there for five weeks and had the best time and a lot of that I attribute to the fact that I had a wonderful apartment to come home to every night.
After seeing all of Paris, if I had to do it again, I would want to be right in that apartment on that street in the 11th. It’s truly a one of kind place.
I cannot wait to come back!