I can't say enough about the location of this apartment. A 60 second walk to the metro that can get you pretty much anywhere you want to go. Close to the excitement of Rue St. Denis. Amazing restaurants steps from the door. Yes, all the other things about the sketchy look and smelly hallway are true, but you're in Paris. And once you get to the apartment itself, it's wonderful. We stayed two weeks and were offered a complementary linen change halfway through our stay which was very kind. Not a big deal, but apartment description pictures has a TV shown in the bedroom, but there is not one there. Communication with host was quick and efficient. Beds were certainly comfortable. Running the AC in the bedroom causes a pump to make noise which, if you're a super light sleeper could keep you up, but sleeping with the bedroom door open and the living room AC on kept it cool enough, even in the middle of July. Best bakery we found was Boulanger Patissier, a 3 minute walk up the street. Lovely proprietors. We also at at Derya (twice!) and Boullion Julien. As others have said, a guestbook with other helpful travel hints would be nice to have. Also, instructions on how to use the combo washer/dryer! Wifi was great, as were the TV options (not that we watched much! Thanks for a lovely stay.

Rather similar to all the reviews we read, the street entry looks a little edgy. But the apartment itself is great. And once you understand the neighborhood, it doesn’t seem near as edgy. Felix & Virginia are fabulous hosts, and the location is actually pretty great. One block over and you’re in the beautiful 2nd district, one block in a different direction and you’re in the equally gorgeous 3rd district. Both the 2nd and the 3rd offer incredible strolls through fabulous neighborhoods with great restaurants and shops. The Metro is very close by and you are but a few stops away from some of the best of what Paris has to offer. Also, although the street looks a little colorful at times, there are actually a number of great shops and restaurants right nearby … just steps away. We picked up our morning bread and pastries at the highly awarded, fabulous and hip little bakery right across the street. We had a great time!

The apartment was wonderful. Felix and his colleague, Virginia, were very helpful throughout the booking process and on our stay. There was a mix-up on our first night in Paris, but Felix provided a satisfactory solution. The apartment has many amenities. One being an AC. Also, the apartment comes with an amenity tray with shampoo, conditioner, lotion, body gel, shower cap and sewing kit. Another nice touch not often seen in rentals was a security safe. The Metro is across the street, as well as, a grocery store. The only recommendation that I would suggest is to have a shopping cart to carry groceries back to apartment.

We had a great stay at this property in the 10th arrondissement. It is really at the border of the 2nd, 3rd and 10th and was a easy jumping off point for anywhere you want to go either walking the surrounding neighborhoods or taking the Strasbourg St Denis Metro which is at most 2 minute walk. The neighborhood has a more city and less touristy feel with a lot of small butchers and grocers as well as restaurants. We loved Alexine Boulangerie across the street so much my wife bought 10 croissants on the day we left just to have it when we got home. The flat itself was spacious, clean, modern and comfortable. With five in our group, having a combo washer/dryer helped us with reducing our clothes packing needs. The AC was a godsend because it got hot and humid while we were there. Virginia and Felix communicated through WhatsApp and were easily reached when there was an issue that arose. Virginia greeted us on arrival and ran through the apartment with us including setting up the sofa bed for my son. Wi-Fi was fast and easy to connect to help plan the day. It was a single flight up the stairs to the apartment. The building felt very secure. Didn’t really get the cigarette smell someone else mentioned in a previous review. Compared with 20 years ago when we last went to Paris, the amount of smoking has gone down and it was great eating in restaurants that are all smoke free indoors! Would love to visit France in the future and wouldn’t hesitate to book this apartment again.

We loved the apartment. Plenty of space for two couples. Apartment was as described. Neighborhood is immigrant working class, lively area, but inside apartment was very quiet. Many restaurants and grocery stores and bakeries at our doorstop. Short walk to nearest metro. Great place as a base in Paris. We would stay there again.

This apartment is located in a fantastic location ease to restaurants, shops, train station and buses. It is bright, clean and well equipped. Really only sleeps two couples and kids sleeping on the couch. No sofa bed. Having two bathrooms made life so much easier for getting out and about quickly. The owner met us at the property to show us how everything works. This was greatly appreciated. There are 17 steps up a spiral stairs to the apartment and a large step into the shower which is difficult with mobility issues. We loved this apartment and would recommend it as the perfect stayz holiday apartment.

The accommodations at this property were outstanding. Very clean, spacious and comfortable. Communication with the owners was great and they were very accommodating to our early arrival. Located in a very vibrant neighborhood filled with amazing restaurants, patisseries and markets. A two minute walk to the metro. I would stay there again in a heartbeat. We had a wonderful Paris vacation!

Home is very clean and nice well decorated love the little Turkish shops around got to experience there food

If you are the type of tourist who prefers a “sanitized” experience like what you will find in the large hotel chains than this may not be the location for you. If however you are interested in a clean, modern and quiet haven in a vibrant, cosmopolitan part of Paris well served by Metro, RER, bus routes not to mention train stations with all major sites within walking distance than look no further…. We absolutely loved the week we spent in this apartment and would not hesitate to return. The facilities were exactly as described and perfect for two couples sharing. The fully heated and air conditioned quality of this apartment deserves special merit in a city such as Paris. Felix and Virginia were a perfect team. Felix always answered any of our queries promptly more often than not by returned phone call which always made us feel confident in our choice. Virginia was on site for our introductory tour and for any and all daily requests. One hair dryer and our Nespresso machine failed during our stay and we’re replaced within the day without question. The location was vey well served by a boulangerie across the street, a Carrefour City (grocery) next door, multiple cheese, wine, meat and vegetable shops steps away. A bevy of restaurants also line the streets. Of particular interest I would definitely recommend “le Bouillon Julien” for a typical Parisian dine-out from a bygone era in a fabulous decor located at #16. Highly recommend this VRBO and it’s owner/operator.

Everything was good 10/10.

There were four of us staying here and it worked out really well. The apartment is only one block from a Metro stop with access to several lines. There are some good restaurants within walking distance (really liked Bonne Nouvelle). Large living and dining area with plenty of comfortable seating for us. Bedrooms had plenty of shelf space in closet for belongings. They are small and do not have windows but we didn't spend much time in them. Water pressure in showers was lower than we would have liked. It requires walking up one flight using a circular staircase - but only had to take suitcases up and down once so no big deal. Area rug under dining table should be replaced as it was easy to trip over it. We all agreed that it was a pleasant experience for us and would do it again.

This is a large apartment in a great location. The other good reviews are accurate as is the description on VRBO/Expedia. This area is safe with innumerable dining options within walking distance for every price point, as well as numerous groceries. Felix is great. We arrived 1.5 hours before anticipated and our early arrival was easily accommodated. Maybe add more bathroom lights for those of us from the US.

We loved this apartment! There was literally everything we needed on the street of the apartment, a great location. Felix was wonderful. He was quick to respond to questions and very helpful.

We had a great time at the apartment. The apartment was good sized, but the big surprise was how comfortable the beds were!The apartment had all the items we needed for a comfortable stay. The neighborhood had restaurants of every type and stores near by for all our grocery and pastry needs.The local subway stop was just around the corner making it easy to get all over the city.

Clean, spacious apartment with stores and restaurants nearby. VERY secure! Metro station around the corner.

While the neighborhood was busy, the apartment was quiet. The kitchen was well stocked and very usable. Air conditioning kept the apartment pleasant, although it was a bit noisy in one bedroom. Some lights were out, but were promptly addressed. The flight of stairs up to the apartment were unfinished with construction-like covering. The apartment was less than one block to a metro station and a 15-20 minute walk to Ile de Cite.

While the neighborhood was busy, the apartment was quiet. The kitchen was well stocked and very usable. Air conditioning kept the apartment pleasant, although it was a bit noisy in one bedroom. Some lights were out, but were promptly addressed. The flight of stairs up to the apartment were unfinished with construction-like covering. The apartment was less than one block to a metro station and a 15-20 minute walk to Ile de Cite.

The apartment is exactly as described and pictured. Had everything we needed. Very convenient to metro. Hosts were responsive and friendly! Very clean. Only downside is the negative first impression outside of the apartment. But once you get in you’ll fall in love with it! Would return.

This is a great apartment in a cool area of Paris, and it even has AIR CONDITIONING (wonderful in the summer). Lovely amenities and Felix and Virginia were great hosts.

It was close to the metro and had grocery, pharmacies and lots of places to eat nearby. Virginia met us and showed us the ins and outs of the apartment. She was great! We enjoyed our stay there!

As stated by others, this is not located in a "premier" neighborhood, but is walking distance to much of the things you want to do in Paris and a super-easy metro access to everything else. The apartment was great itself. Fully appointed and even travel books and plug adapters. And a patio! The hosts were very friendly and explanatory and communicative with great restaurant advice too.

Perfect location for exploring all that Paris has to offer. 3 minute walk to metro. Short walk to wonderful restaurants and grocery. Neighborhood a little sketchy but never felt unsafe. Apartment was clean, beds super comfortable, cold AC!, and just as described. A couple of suggestions would be to have written instructions for use of washer/dryer and a guest book for people to write favourite restaurants and other helpful info. Thank you for a great stay!

We were a little intimidated of our surroundings on arrival but got pretty comfortable as we explored the area. It was very convenient to Metro station and we had a great time exploring the local restaurants. The place smelled a little smokey. But a lot more people smoked all around the place than back in the US. Will consider returning. Suggest instruction "book" for how things work in the apartment but owner came in later in the day to help us out. Local guide to food also can be helpful- owner also gave suggestions later during the day. Effie

The apartment is located in a marginal area of Paris but is close to three metro lines for easy access to other parts of the City. The entry to the apartment building is uninviting and initially felt a little uncomfortable. However, the accommodations are good, and we found the apartment to be very comfortable. The owner met us when we arrived and was very accommodating during our stay.

We stayed for a week at this beautiful house on the outskirts of St. Remy. The house, the pool and the grounds were wonderful--spacious rooms, comfortable beds, a large eat-in kitchen with a separate dining room. The check in and check out process with done in person; we had great communication with the owner. Would highly recommend staying here.

We were a little intimidated of our surroundings on arrival but got pretty comfortable as we explored the area. It was very convenient to Metro station and we had a great time exploring the local restaurants. The place smelled a little smokey. But a lot more people smoked all around the place than back in the US. Will consider returning. Suggest instruction "book" for how things work in the apartment but owner came in later in the day to help us out. Local guide to food also can be helpful- owner also gave suggestions later during the day. Effie

The apartment is located in a marginal area of Paris but is close to three metro lines for easy access to other parts of the City. The entry to the apartment building is uninviting and initially felt a little uncomfortable. However, the accommodations are good, and we found the apartment to be very comfortable. The owner met us when we arrived and was very accommodating during our stay.

The apartment is located in a marginal area of Paris but is close to three metro lines for easy access to other parts of the City. The entry to the apartment building is uninviting and initially felt a little uncomfortable. However, the accommodations are good, and we found the apartment to be very comfortable. The owner met us when we arrived and was very accommodating during our stay.

The property is updated and beautifully decorated and perfectly represented in the pictures. Felix and Virginia were really lovely and accommodating hosts.

It is a nice and spacious apartment. We enjoyed our stay.

It is a nice and spacious apartment. We enjoyed our stay.

The property is updated and beautifully decorated and perfectly represented in the pictures. Felix and Virginia were really lovely and accommodating hosts.