When I first saw this listing, I thought it was too good to be true - the apartment looked beautiful, the location seemed fantastic, and the price was reasonable. I took a deep breath and booked, in part because I was so impressed by the detailed information William provided in his listing and how thoughtfully the apartment was designed. And I was not disappointed in the least. Everything was exactly as described, and William was responsive and helpful with all communication.
After a long day of walking around Paris the stairs can be a little daunting, but the apartment itself is worth the climb. The views are gorgeous, and the bed is very comfortable. There are fans provided if the weather's really warm - we just missed the most recent heat wave but I did try out the tower fan and it cools the whole place quickly and quietly. The bathroom is well-appointed. (I loved the rain shower!) The kitchen has everything except a refrigerator, and for short people can be a little challenging, but it's otherwise great. The location is phenomenal. Very close to Volontaires, and with many restaurant/bar/market/bakery options steps away from the front door. Our mainstay was Justin; perfect for a quick bite and expresso to start your day. (There's also a super cute cat cafe, Chat Mallows, across the street from Volontaires.) And of course I have to go back to the views - they are breathtaking, exactly as the listing shows.
Words really can't do this apartment justice. The only thing I would change would be to make my stay longer. It's the perfect base from which to explore Paris. And William is a gracious and helpful host. So glad we got to stay here.
Thanks Wiliam - I hope we can stay here again when we return to Paris.