Despite the formidable stairs to the 4th floor, we found the apartment well-equipped, clean, and nicely decorated. The location is ideal, in a lively and safe neighborhood, about a block from a Metro station and bus stops. The walk to and from the bus stop was most enjoyable since one entire side of the street is filled with shops, many of which bring their wares to display outside. We had ready access to wonderful fruits and vegetables, a fabulous bakery, and, for other necessities, a supermarket. The 81 bus took us to the Pont Neuf each day in a quarter hour: perfect!
Although we would have liked to meet Christine in person, her daughter was in the apartment when we arrived. She was lovely.