Well the grande appartement that I wanted but didn't have a kitchen is a no go. Now we are at our second choice - it's smaller but completely updated - big kitchen with all new appliances and new bathrooms. I am going to see it again this afternoon - I just am afraid all of our stuff won't fit! But it is in a nice part of town - just no balcony and the street is rather busy - but there is a little pedestrian area with tons of little shops for cheeses, wines and even pastas. I just don't want to make the wrong decision! ACK!