Location: Paris Arrondissement 3, Paris, Ile-de-France (Paris Area), France, Europe (Near Place Des Vosges, Picasso Museum, and All Paris Sights)
Accommodations: Apartment, 2 Bedrooms, 2 Baths (Sleeps 4)
Guests rave about this beautiful Marais apartment, completely renovated in mid-2006 to the highest standards (see the on-line guestbook). Perfectly located in the 3rd arrondisement just three blocks from both the Place des Vosges and the Picasso Museum, Apartment Tournelles1 is in a lovely and well maintained XIX century building. Everything in this apartment has been updated, from the plumbing and electrical to the tasteful furnishings and decor.
Unusual to Paris, Apartment Tournelles1 features two equally well-appointed bedrooms, each with comfortable queen-sized beds and en suite modern bathrooms! The well-thought out layout of Apartment Tournelles1 maximizes the living spaces and, for privacy, creates excellent separation between the bedrooms (see the layout photo below).
In addition to the 2 bedrooms and 2 baths, Apartment Tournelles1 features a separate tiled kitchen with all new appliances, and a light and airy living/dining room. While the many neighborhood restaurants and wine bars will beckon, the well-furnished kitchen also invites you to bring food home from the nearby open-air markets and wonderful foodstores.
Unwind on the comfortable leather couch in the living/dining room after a day of exploring the Marais and surrounding neighborhoods. High ceilings, tall windows, original moldings and wood floors, a black crystal chandelier, stylish furnishings, lovely art and a quiet street below--this wonderful vacation retreat has all the ambience of old Paris combined with the best modern comforts and conveniences.
The apartment is on the first floor French (second floor American), easily accessible by a wide and gently curved staircase. It of course comes with every amenity---flat screen TV with cable, DVD, phone with free calling to 28 countries, washer/dryer, free WIFI, heated towel racks, etc. We've also equipped it with a laptop computer so you don't have to lug yours along, and a cell phone for your use while staying at the apartment.
In addition, the apartment comes with its own off-site host, a wonderful and knowledgeable Parisian fluent in English, Spanish, and Italian. In addition to making sure Apartment Tournelles1 is ready for your arrival with fresh flowers, coffee, a bottle of wine, water, milk and other staples, our Parisian host can assist you with any questions about the apartment or general information about Paris.
Tournelles1, and its adjacent sister apartment, Tournelles2, is in the midst of the Marais, one of Paris's most historic, most beautiful, and most desirable neighborhoods. From French history to French chic, the Marais has it all. To help you get acquainted, Apartment Tournelles1 is equipped with numerous guidebooks and maps, as well as information on our favorite places to shop, eat, and sight see in the neighborhood. Also, we provide a complete binder, with directions on how to use all of the appliances, lots of neighborhood resources, and general Paris information.
While it is easy to spend all your time in the Marais, many other Paris attractions, including the Louvre, the Seine, Notre Dame, and the Left Bank are in easy walking distance of Apartment Tournelles1. And, when you're ready to get off your feet, several Metro stops are conveniently nearby (Chemin Vert is less than a block away, and Bastille is less than a five minute walk).
The all-inclusive weekly rental fee covers high quality linens and towels, and one cleaning. While weekly rentals are preferred, don't hesitate to ask us about rates for shorter or longer stays. No smoking or pets are allowed.
Tournelles2 is an equally beautiful adjacent 2 bedroom/2 bath apartment that can be rented separately or in conjunction with Tournelles1. Its vrbo reference number is 114205.
Vacation Rental Features
- Amenities
- Air Conditioning: Both bedrooms have modern air conditioning units that exhaust to the outside
- Washer: In-unit washer/dryer
- Dryer: In-unit washer/dryer
- Linens Provided: Linens and towels are high quality; extra bath towels are also provided.
- Beds
- Queen Bed (2) : New and VERY comfortable
- Crib: A portable crib is available by request
- Entertainment
- Cable/Satellite TV: 20 inch flat screen TV with cable, including CNN.
- DVD
- CD Player
- Kitchen
- Full Kitchen: All new appliances, Provencal tiled floor, and breakfast bar with stools.
- Cooking Utensils Provided
- Refrigerator: full height refrigerator
- Dishwasher
- Microwave
- Communications
- Telephone
- Free Long Distance: Freebox phone service allows free calls to land lines and cell phones in France, US and Canada, and free calls to land lines in 28 other countries.
- Cell Phone: Recharges for the pay-as-you-go cell phone are available at SFR phone stores or any Tabac in Paris. Instructions are in the apartment.
- Computer: A Compaq laptop is provided, with hi-speed DSL and WIFI throughout the apartment. The computer can also play CDs and DVDs.
- Broadband Internet
- WiFi (Wireless Internet)
- Other Amenities
- Hairdryers in both bathrooms, Multi-lingual and knowledgeable Parisian host, For larger parties can be rented in conjunction with Tournelles2 - an adjacent 2 BR/2BA apartment.
- Suitability
- No Pets Allowed
- Smoking Not Allowed
- Activities (on site and nearby)
- Shopping
- Sightseeing
- Restaurants
- Biking
- Fitness Center/Gym
- Health/Beauty Spa
- Antiquing
- Cinemas/Movie Theaters
- Museums
- Other Activities
- Nearby open air markets, specialty food shops galore, parks and museums, unique boutiques, easy access to transit, wonderful restaurants and wine bars nearby
Rate Details (In Euros)
Nov 1 - Dec 15, 2009..................€1850/week
Dec 16, 2009 - Jan 3, 2010............€2000/week
Low season (Jan - March, August, Nov - Dec 15)...€1850/week
High season (April-July,Sept-Oct, Xmas-New Year)...€2000/week
ASK US FOR JAN/FEB 2010 SPECIALS!!!
4 night minimum stay; €150 cleaning fee for stays < 1 week.
Discounts for stays > than 2 weeks & last minute bookings
50% rental fee due at booking; remainder & deposit due 45 days before arrival
Note: Until confirmed, rates are subject to change without notice.
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Property Photos
- The stylish and comfortable living room with dining area - Paris, France Apartment Rental
- The courtyard bedroom with attached bath, original chevron wood floors - Paris, France Apartment Rental
- the spacious courtyard bathroom - Paris, France Apartment Rental
- detail in courtyard bathroom
- the streetside bedroom with antique Chinoise mirror over dresser
- the ensuite bath with large rainhead tiled shower
- the fully equipped kitchen with provencal tiles and breakfast bar with stools
- Another kitchen view
- the dining area and flat screen TV
- Another view of the living room; laptop is on desk in left rear corner
- Designer details from local artisans throughout the apartment
- the fabulous black crystal chandelier in the living room
- attention to detail throughout
- a favorite bistro one block away
- View from the apartment
- Tournelles1 general layout; perfect for 2 couples
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