Luckily, we got a chance meet Danièle, our host, and she was very helpful at each step of the way, from advising us on very specific details about transportation, restaurants, and even the market across the street from the high rise on Wednesdays. The apartment is cozy, and the view is unbelievable--180 degrees of the city. The balcony is small but worth it. The apartment is 29 stories up so you see the backside of Notre Dame, as well as Sacre Coeur, and even the Seine is visible. The amenities are modest and convenient, and there are all of the basic food provisions for cooking (like oils, vinegars, etc). The flat is close to the National Metro stop, which will take you to the Eiffel Tower, and a minutes walk from another stop that will take you to Gare du Nord. There is also a convenient bus, the 29, that will take you to the Louvre, and a very busy area down Rue St. Michel. The neighbourhood is quiet and safe (in the 13th arr.), and quaint, but still very much real Paris. A grocery store is about 2 minutes away in 2 different directions. We would definitely recommend this place to those who want an affordable, safe and quiet place, with easy access to bustling Paris.