This is the second time I've stayed with Philippe. My husband and I stayed there in 2014, so I felt very comfortable staying there alone on this trip. Philippe is an interesting and friendly gentleman who was happy to communicate with me in French, although he speaks excellent English. Because he welcomes visitors from all over the world, he knows how to make everyone feel welcome. He even walked me down to the Metro, all the way down to the platform carrying my suitcase on my way to the airport, because I'd twisted my foot a few days earlier.