This is a lovely flat in a prime location. There is a spiral staircase which may not be suitable for very young children. Our boys, 9yrs and 5yrs, loved the downstairs bedroom and had no problem with the stairs. The washing machine & separate dryer are fantastic. This flat is spacious! We hosted dinner here with more than a dozen people and had everything we needed for a superb holiday celebration. It is a pleasure to sit in the spacious lounge with its excel tic decor and massive windows that overlook rue du Bac. It is a busy Parisian street with fantastic shops and dining (the food and service at L’Empire are 5 stars). The only issue to mention is the occasional cigarette smoke smell from neighbors. Catherine is a very kind and gracious host. We left behind a few items and she generously went out of her way to return them to us. This was a lovely experience and we truly loved our time in Catherine’s special home. We hope we can return one day.