This was one of my favorite Airbnb stays ever. First, the apartment is comfortable and clean, with a private entrance and elevator. It has good water pressure, a very functional and well-appointed kitchen, and lots of natural light. It's located on a calm side street in the 11eme, a vibrant neighborhood. You are within short walking distance to three Metro stops, organic grocery stores, boulangeries, a park and many restaurants (my faves were À L'ombre, Café Mericourt and Chez Moi, the latter a tarte shop run by a friendly musician named Jean Luc). After a long day of exploring, you'll be happy to return to the quiet of the apartment, lower the exterior metal blinds and get a great night's sleep.
What elevated this experience for me even more was the friendly host. Claire met me when I arrived to show me the details of the apartment, then we took a leisurely walk around the neighborhood. I was in Paris for three weeks to study French at a little language school. Twice during my stay, Claire came in to town from her home in the suburbs to have coffee and let me practice my (beginning) French with her. She even showed me a few boutiques where I could get gifts for family and friends.
I'll really miss my life in Paris and a lot of that has to do with this apartment. I hope to return sometime soon. Thanks again, Claire!