Architect's Eyrie Overlooking River Seine, Paris

• A great place to stay in Paris

  A great place to stay in Paris

  • Guest William R.
  • Date of stay 11/19/12
  • Review Submitted 12/31/12
  My wife, daughter and I recently had 13 days in this apartment in Paris and the key points were The owners were great to deal with and very prompt in their responses The apartment was very well represented in the apartment and its equipment The apartment was very well equipped and had all one needed for self catering The location was tremendous and within walking distance of all the key sites of Paris

  Recommended for: Sightseeing.

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• Girlfriend's holiday

  Girlfriend's holiday

  • Guest Hana
  • Date of stay 11/06/12
  • Review Submitted 12/27/12
  My girlfriend and I stayed here in November. The location was outstanding - a short walk to the Louvre, Notre Dame, the Marais and Rue de Rivoli. The apartment was well equipped. The beds were very comfortable. We found a bakery and grocery store nearby as well as several good restaurants. We were met at the appointed time and the operation of the apartment was well explained.

  Recommended for: Girls getaway, sightseeing, romantic getaway, tourists without a car, families with young children, age 55+.

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• Highly recommend

  Highly recommend

  • Guest Anonymous
  • Date of stay 06/15/12
  • Review Submitted 09/15/12
  We stayed for a week in June, 2012, a family of 5, 2 adults and three children, ages 13, 11 and 5. We have never rented a property through vrbo or over the web. I decided only to consider properties with outstanding reviews. We live in Mexico City, and did all transactions on-line. The owners were patient and thorough in answering our many questions. We were met as planned on our arrival and given lots of great tips for the city. We could walk to most sites, and the Chatelet metro stop was steps from the front door. The flat was charming and clean, well-located and very comfortable. The kitchen had all we needed. We enjoyed the view. With three kids and minimal luggage, being able to wash clothes was important. We loved our week in Paris, and staying at this property as opposed to a hotel greatly enhanced our experience. A check for the refund of our deposit was received in a prompt and timely manner. We felt at home, and would stay again.

  Recommended for: Girls getaway, sightseeing, families with teenagers, tourists without a car, families with young children.

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• Great place for first trip to Paris

  Great place for first trip to Paris

  • Guest BD
  • Date of stay 07/20/12
  • Review Submitted 08/31/12
  The apartment met every expectation in terms of location, views, amenities. It is at the top of the building (about six floors) so the views are really nice. The location is hard to beat - on the same block as the Chatelet metro stop which has 4 subway lines. The local cafe's are very good. The boulangerie below the building serves a fantastic french breakfast. There is an excellent supermarche (including fromage and vin!) about 2 blocks away. It is within walking distance to the Louvre, Notre Dame, Latin Quarter, Marais district, ile de St. Louis, etc. It can get a little loud at night with all of the cafe's below, but that is a small price to pay for being in such a prime location. Simply put, if you want to experience Paris more like a Parisienne compared to a tourist, this is a great choice. Would go back tomorrow! We did not spend a lot of time in the apartment, but we did appreciate the well-appointed kitchen. The wi-fi works very well, as does the shower. One note: the elevator did not work for a couple of days while we were there. No big deal because we don't mind the stairs, but if you are unable to walk several flights of stairs that is something to consider.

  Recommended for: Girls getaway, adventure seekers, sightseeing, romantic getaway, families with teenagers, tourists without a car.

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• Wonderful family vacation!

  Wonderful family vacation!

  • Guest Gina L.
  • Date of stay 07/07/12
  • Review Submitted 07/19/12
  I had the pleasure of staying for 5 nights at "Chez Ash' with my husband and 2 kids (7 and 13). What a lovely home! Within easy walking didtance of the Louvre, Notre Dame, Pompidou Center, La Marais...and a short Metro trip to everything else. The apartment was well stocked with Paris information, has excellent WiFi, and is clean and well-kept. We enjoyed exploring La Marais and the Latin Quarter for easy meals with kids and were well-rewarded, plus my daughter enjoyed asking for her petit pan au chocolat at the bakery downstairs. We purchased a Museum Pass and Metro Pass at the train station and were extremely happy that we did, we hopped on Metros every day and breezed into museums without standing in loooong lines. Spend some time in Jardin du Luxembourg or Jardin des Plantes on a sunny day just soaking in the sun after enjoying a pastry and coffee in a cafe...the kids were in Heaven. Then go home to a comfortable, distinctly Parisian flat and your trip is complete. We will be back.

  Recommended for: Girls getaway, sightseeing, romantic getaway, families with teenagers, tourists without a car, families with young children.

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• Thank you for a lovely week

  Thank you for a lovely week

  • Guest Spencer
  • Date of stay 02/13/12
  • Review Submitted 04/02/12
  We just wanted to thank you for an absolutely amazing stay we've had. The weather wasn't up the best but the apartment made us not want to leave that much anyway? It is all so well equipped and the lighting always creates the perfect atmosphere. I looked forward to sleeping in the comfiest bed and cooking each day. It felt that I actually lived here. For two students such as ourselves, it was like a glimpse into the future with the advantage of the amazing views that show off this gorgeous city that is Paris. If anyone gets the chance - just go for a lovely walk anywhere around. Thank you again! PS: like other people have already said : the boulangerie downstairs is brill!

  Recommended for: Sightseeing, romantic getaway, families with teenagers, tourists without a car, age 55+.

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• Fantastic week by the Seine

  Fantastic week by the Seine

  • Guest Spencer
  • Date of stay 04/18/11
  • Review Submitted 04/02/12
  We have totally enjoyed our family vacation in Paris and are fortunate to stay at Chez Ash! We got to experience what it is like living in Paris and the priorities are completely different, At home, we have 6 bathrooms for 4 people. Our kitchen is huge (we cant cook very well at all). We have only a few homeless in our downtown area and none on our neighborhood. There is absolutely no soliciting in our neighborhood. As for pickpockets, we have not encountered any, except for our son Ross and he has been unsuccessful! we have attempted to speak French many times, but even though we speak the word, it gets misinterpreted (eg, 'Zinfandel" was interpreted 'Savignon'. The French people are quite thin and well dressed, and must not have hearing problems, because they speak very softly. I was quite impressed with the dogs, who were as well behaved as children and were good at following 'sans' leashes. The French are not very good at cleaning after their dogs and at home in US, the police ticket us for this. The beggars with pets definitely do better than the ones without pets. The city is breathtaking and prior descriptions in the guest book far exceeded our abilities to contribute to more information. Thank you for your hospitality! I would recommend this place to everyone! Aurevoir, Mary, Spencer, Mitchell and Ross

  Recommended for: Sightseeing, romantic getaway, tourists without a car, age 55+.

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• Vacationing in Paris during the winter of 2012 and leaving the hotel behind...

  Vacationing in Paris during the winter of 2012 and leaving the hotel behind...

  • Guest chasejla
  • Date of stay 01/14/12
  • Review Submitted 01/29/12
  My wife and I along with our two tall kids ages 12 and 14 visited Paris in January, 2012. We tend to be Hyatt/Ritz Carlton types of travelers but decided to try our first VRBO for this visit so we could connect ourselves and the kids better with Paris. This apartment delivered everything we had hoped it would. What we may have thought would be a trade off for that upscale hotel luxury and concierge service, with this apartment you get back tenfold returns in clean, efficient European comfort combined with absolutely prime location. The place had plenty of room for us, beds and bath were terrific, sunrises and window views to the rooftops of Paris were unforgettable. The coordination on arrival was smooth and friendly, with plenty of orientation to the neighborhood provided to get us moving. Adding to the tapestry of traveler reviews, I also confirm that the previous comments are true. Read them all, then go ahead and book this place with confidence based on those reviews. And to all you previous guests: thank you for the extensive travel library and suggestions you’ve left behind. For us tourists, how great to find your comments along with the latest Frommer’s Paris in the library in paper form, as our e-Nook versions weren’t cutting it. Echoing some comments: you can’t go wrong by visiting any of the cafes/restaurants within steps out the front door, we especially enjoyed Bar a Manage (BAM) steps out the front door to the right for late night wine and dessert, and we enjoyed the draft beer place out on the Rue Rivoli for plenty of great Trappist Monk drafts and friendly service. La Poule a Pot was indeed a terrific recommendation for dinner. So glad someone recommended that app for your Iphone “ZUTI Paris” for truly effortless Metro/RER guidance -- seems like every train in the city hits the Metro Chatelet stop which is just a half block from the front door. After a few days in this place, you’ll feel like a local. What a great trip, and a great place. Thanks again Clare!

  Recommended for: Girls getaway, adventure seekers, sightseeing, families with teenagers, tourists without a car.

  Owner response: What a thoughtful appreciative review. Thank you for taking the time to write We liked your choice of drinking and dining places, On our next visit to La Poule a Pot will think of you and raise a glass. Expect Allison and Brendan enjoyed being locals and fetching the bread each morning from the bakery with such wonderful smells. Just reading your account makes us want to book Eurostar again. Best wishes, C

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• The Excellent Ratings are True

  The Excellent Ratings are True

  • Guest Jim
  • Date of stay 11/21/11
  • Review Submitted 11/27/11
  My wife, nephew and I spent Thanksgiving week in Paris. The apartment and location were excellent. Clean, well stocked, outstanding views from windows. Here are some practical details: Having stayed in VRBO properties before what distinguished this property was that the quality of things in apartment were excellent - knives were sharp. Dishes were tasteful - silverware was sturdy - internet worked as did the phone and television. Shower was hot and good water pressure. The place feels like a home not a place for renters. Good books on the bookshelf. What as wrong??-- cannot find a thing to say. One must understand that compared to US space -- the apartment is compact. There is not wasted space. But even with my nephew there -- we had privacy. All and all a first rate experience from the moment we arrived until departure.

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• Paris honeymoon

  Paris honeymoon

  • Guest Kristi K.
  • Date of stay 09/23/11
  • Review Submitted 10/06/11
  We had the most wonderful experience at your apartment.....Compared to hotel rates, it was very reasonable, especially since we like to do our own cooking and shopping. The location is just amazing. We walked or took the subway (2 within a block of the apartment) to every sight, museum, garden, or district we wanted to see. Because we were so centrally located, we spent all our time enjoying Paris rather than traveling, very nice. The apartment is well equipped, with a telephone you can call home with, WiFi, music, espresso machine, all the cooking utensils one needs to get by. There are markets and bakeries nearby, the one downstairs is excellent and the staff is particularly friendly, something that is hard to come by in Paris. Climb the Bell Towers of Notre Dame, go to the top of the Arch de Triumph for sunset, take an evening cruise down the Seine (let a full boat go and be in line first for the next one), look for Les Freres Zitoun, a piano and stand up bass playing duet on the walking bridge from Notre Dame. Spend a day in Montemarte, visit all the little museums in Paris, we had a better experience there than the Louvre, although that was worthwhile as always. So, thank you again, we will definitely recommend your property to anyone who wants a unique and personal experience in Paris.....and we shall return, as well. Aloha, Kristi and Jack

  Recommended for: Girls getaway, adventure seekers, sightseeing, romantic getaway, tourists without a car, age 55+.

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5 nights minimum let. Maximum number of guests: 4
5 nights for 1 bedroom: £1000 ; for 2 bedrooms: £1400
7 nights for 1 bedroom: £1300 ; for 2 bedrooms: £1600
Returnable Deposit £200, covers any accidental damage, missing inventory.
Final cleaning and laundry: £75/£95
We accept payment by bank wire transfer or by personal cheque

Note: Until confirmed, rates are subject to change without notice.