Rue Cler Best Value Large Apt W/Terraces for Friends, Families Paris Arrondissement 7, Paris Vacation Rental by Owner Listing 124781

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Location: Paris Arrondissement 7, Paris, Ile-de-France (Paris Area), France, Europe (Left Bank close to Eiffel Tower, Invalides, Rue Cler market)

Accommodations:  Apartment, 2 Bedrooms + Convertible bed(s), 1.25 Baths (Sleeps 4-6)

Live the French life-style with spacious, American-style comfort in Paris! Located in the safest and most exclusive area of Paris between the Eiffel Tower and Invalides at the quiet dead-end of the famous open market street, Rue Cler, this spacious, sunny, two-level 110 m2 apartment (approximately 1210 square feet) is superbly located for a family or friends who want to live at ease in Paris.

Well-behaved children and/or dogs are welcome here. With the market, cafés and shopping just down the street, and the Eiffel Tower park just a few blocks away, this an ideal location for families with kids or people who think of their dog as family, or people who just want to kick back in comfort while in Paris. This casual apartment is not stuffy – rather it’s very comfortable and will enable any visitor to Paris to live a nice, relaxed Parisian lifestyle during their stay. (Just read our many guests' comments to see how nice and different this place really is!)

This light-filled duplex comprises two large bedrooms and is located on the first and second floors (U.S. second and third floors) of a small, quiet, modern building with elevator, concierge and security system. The street-side of the apartment features sliding glass doors that open to planted terrace balconies on both levels. The outdoor terraces are large enough for seating and perfect for morning coffee in the sun or evening cocktails. There are no nosy neighbors as the glass doors and balconies face a church with stained glass windows.

The upstairs living and dining area is furnished with a mix of antique and contemporary furniture, paintings, photographs and prints. The spacious living room has two couches, one of which is a pullout bed, and the dining table seats eight comfortably. The first balcony eating area is just off the dining room and an outdoor grill and fresh herbs are just outside the kitchen.

The kitchen is fully equipped with everything an enthusiastic cook needs including spices – there’s nothing nicer than picking up fresh meat, fish, cheese and vegetables from the Rue Cler market and cooking up a memorable meal in one’s own Paris home. Even if your idea of lunch is just re-heating something from a fancy deli in the microwave, it’ll be especially good coming from Rue Cler.

Included in the rental fee are French and English-language cable TV including CNN, CNBC and BBC World, along with unlimited WiFi and broadband Internet access, free local and international telephone calls plus exceptional access to U.S. Time-Warner cable TV shows through the in-house computer via a Slingbox. No American will need to miss their favorite sports game or TV shows while living here!

There are two full bedrooms downstairs. One is the master bedroom with a real king-size bed, dresser and plenty of built-in closet space. Both bedrooms have sliding glass doors onto the second balcony terrace. The second bedroom serves as a bedroom or office combination or kid’s room. It has a full double bed plus a small sofa bed. The double bed room has an armoire and a corner office space with a PC computer, broadband and WiFi Internet and printer for your use. The downstairs area has plenty of extra closet space, a marble bathroom with full bath and shower, and a separate toilet room, plus shelves full of books and guides to Paris.

Upon arrival our friendly Rental Assistant will check you in and show you how to work everything. She will also show you the highlights of very useful notes and guide to the neighborhood. The neighborhood is great, with lots of boutiques on rue Saint Dominique, all the food and cute cafés you could want on Rue Cler – a premiere market street – and great transportation links by bus, metro or RER right near-by, not to mention the flowers, grass and paths of the Champs de Mars Eiffel Tower park a few blocks away. There’s everything you need to live the best of both worlds - French and American - in Paris!

For map location, use MapQuest or other online map service and Enter the address>>> rue Pierre Villey, 75007, Paris, France

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• Amenities
  • Washer
  • Linens Provided: Plus Weekly Cleaning Lady
  • Elevator
• Beds
  • King Bed
  • Double Bed
  • Convertible Bed: One double-size sofa bed in Living Room, plus One single-size sofa bed in Kids/Office bedroom
• Entertainment
  • Cable/Satellite TV: English language channels PLUS Exceptional US Cable TV Channels (TimeWarner) via Slingbox
  • DVD
  • CD Player
  • Stereo System
  • Music Library
• Kitchen
  • Full Kitchen: Stove/Oven, Refrigerator/Freezer, Microwave, Toaster, Coffee Maker, Waffle-maker, Ice cream maker, Blenders
  • Cooking Utensils Provided: plus Spices & Staples provided
  • Refrigerator
  • Dishwasher
  • Microwave
• Outdoor Features
  • Gas/Electric BBQ Grill
  • Balcony: Two Balcony Terraces with Table, Chairs, Plants
• Communications
  • Telephone: Free local calls
  • Free Long Distance: Free calls to fixed lines in France, Western Europe and the U.S. or Canada
  • Cell Phone: Rechargeable Nokia handset provided
  • Computer: PC Includes Printer
  • Broadband Internet
  • WiFi (Wireless Internet)
• Other Amenities
  • Hairdryer, Electric curlers, Clothes Iron & Board, Fans, Concierge, Local contact Aide
• Suitability
  • Pet Friendly: Well-behaved dogs welcome (no cats please)
  • Kid Friendly: Well-behaved kids welcome
  • Smoking Not Allowed: Smoking outside on terrace OK
• Activities (on site and nearby)
  • Shopping
  • Sightseeing
  • Restaurants
  • Swimming
  • Biking
  • Antiquing
  • Museums
• Other Activities
  • Parks & Gardens, Running, Poney Rides, Bike Rides, Marionettes, Museums (within 15 minute walking distance are the Musee Rodin, Quai Branly, Grand Palais, Petit Palais, Musee Maillol)

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€330 or $530/night...3 night minimum
€1650 or $2650/week...5 night minimum
€4500 or $7200/month...21 night minimum
Everything included: see full list of amenities and guests' comments
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Security deposit is €1000 or $1500 if kids/dogs; €500 or $750 without
50% rental deposit at time of reservation; balance due 45 days prior to arrival.
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• 11/19/09
  Positive Rating
  Temple Hills , the outskirts of Chicago, IL
  • I'm actually reluctant to submit this review - I want to keep this place to myself! My family and I stayed at this charming apartment for 10 days (October '09). This was the family trip of a lifetime. I had my entire family with me: my husband, my mother, our 3 children (8,6,4), and Coco (our 5lb poodle). I had never rented an apartment before, and was quite nervous about doing so. My expectations were quite high and were far exceeded. Our excellent adventure actualy began before we arrived in Paris. Suzan (the apartment's owner) and I corresponded several times. She answered all of my questions, no matter how small. Thus, before we even arrived, we felt welcome. The apartment was clean, spacious, safe, and quite pretty. The 'back" of the apartment (both floors) is basically floor-to-ceiling-wall-to-wall windows. The effect was that the apartment was always bright and airy. Because the apartment is located directly across the street from a church, we had complete privacy. The neighborhood is beautiful, clean, quiet, and family friendly. We were only minutes away from several major monuments and every type of shop one would need. Every morning Coco and I would leave everyone sleeping and do the daily marketing - after first stopping for an espresso, of course. It was wonderful to be able to cook for my family in the apartment's fully equipped kitchen. My children had plenty of room to stretch our and it was great for them to be able to watch the Disney and Cartoon Channels. My oldest especially liked the fact that he had full access to the internet. Better yet, Emily (the apt manager) was very nice, helpful, and babysat one evening (the kids adore her, as do we). We enjoyed exploring the city and every evening we sprawled out in the family room and played games, read, or watched tv. The dining table was the perfect place for us to take our enjoy together. After a full day exploring Paris, it was really nice to be able to come 'home' instead of returning to a hotel. Besides the fact that we were so comfortable in Suzan's apartment, renting allowed us all to experience Paris on our own terms: sometimes mom and I walked down rue Cler to have a ladies lunch at a cafe then do a spot of shopping; sometimes my mom and I would prepare lunch while my husband took the kids to the park at Champ de Mars; nearly every afternoon my husband and I treated the kids for crepes on rue Cler; and, every evening my husband and I would end our day by taking Coco on a long walk. Renting Suzan's apartment allowed us to really experience the Parisian lifestyle. We enjoyed ourselves so much that we began making plans for our return while we were still in Paris. And since we've returned to the 'states, we often speak about our experience and our next trip. We can't wait to return to the 'little/big' apartment on rue Cler. Thank you Suzan and Emily for making our dream family vacation come true. See you soon, The Hills Family
• 10/08/09
  Positive Rating
  Nancy May , Bluefield WV
  • We had never rented directly by owner before this trip and renting Rue Pierre Villey was the best decision we ever made. The apartment was spacious, comfortable, well equipped and in one of the best locations in Paris. Within a 2 block radius of the apartment you could find great restaurants, cafes and street food vendors. There were 4 grocery stores and many, many local merchants selling wine, meat, seafood, produce and most important, BAKERIES. Suzan, the owner, was a pleasure to deal with and she provided us with so much helpful information regarding the apartment and the neighborhood. We especially appreciated her assistant, Emily, who lived nearby and was available to answer all our questions and took me on a Paris shopping expedition and also on tour of the Louvre. She'll even babysit or teach you French!!! My husband, son and I had the vacation of a lifetime, thanks to Suzan and her great apartment. We plan on using VBRO for any future trips we may take.
    
    Homeowner Response:
    We are very pleased that Nancy and her family enjoyed their vacation in Paris. I'm especially happy that she took advantage of everything renting Pierre Villey has to offer. Not just a nice apartment in a great neighborhood, but also the "extras" such as the extensive information before arrival; the friendly assistance that's available when you arrive; the terrace that lets you in on neighborhood life; and the restaurant and side trip recommmendations that help you have an extra good time, as Nancy shared with me in the following email: "The trip was AWESOME. Staying on Rue Cler was the best part of our vacation. The apartment was wonderful and Emilyn (the rental assistant) was SUCH a great help. In fact, one of the reasons we selected the apartment was because an American assistant was available to help us if we got stuck with the language. She was so very helpful to us, not only offering info about the neighborhood but taking me on our shopping expedition and giving us a tour of the Louvre. "I couldn't think of one single thing to criticize about the apartment or location. We would sit on the terrace at night and enjoy the street and tell each other how lucky we were to have selected your apartment to stay in. I have never rented directly from an owner before but we will certainly use VBRO on our next vacation. I will be happy to add compliments on the entire rental experience. It was all even better than we imagined. By the way, we did take your suggestion about La Fountain de Mars and going to Reims. What a great place. "I can't tell you how much we appreciate all the organization and information you took the time to prepare for renters-it was all very helpful." Thanks again, Nancy! We love to hear that the apartment rental works the way we intend it to, and to have great guests who take advantage of all it offers!
• 10/08/09
  Positive Rating
  
  • Guest Comment entered by Homeowner:
    Many thanks to Michele and Judy who brought their very young children and indulgent husbands along with them to Paris last August, and sent a nice comment about their trip to Paris with kids: "Our two families stayed here for one week in mid-August, one with a 3 year old child and the other with a 9 month old baby. The apartment worked out very well for the 6 of us - even with only having one bathroom. I think the split level layout helped a lot (bedrooms and bath were downstairs). Once the kids were in bed, the adults made dinner upstairs and relaxed and chatted until we couldn't keep our eyes open. As for activities, the neighborhood is in a great location for strolls to the Eiffel Tower (2 blocks away), the Seine (10 min walk), the Louvre (20-30 min walk), and the Rodin Museum (20 min). However, in August the 7e (like much of Paris) is mostly closed for business. While this put a little crimp in our daily plans, there was enough to keep us busy (and fortunately the Julien bakery was open the whole time!). We also took the bus to Luxembourg Gardens where there is a great playground for kids (and pony rides). There is a handy bus stop right at the end of the block so it was a cinch. One other notable thing we did was to take the kids to the local swimming pool near the Eiffel Tower a few times, which was a fantastic break from the summer heat. Finally, I want to add that Suzan was fantastic to deal with before and after the experience. She is extremely organized and responsive, and it gave me much peace of mind beforehand that all would go well with our stay. Emily (Suzan's rental assistant) was also very helpful for us in particular, as she was able to babysit two nights so the adults could go out for a few extravagant French meals. Bottom line: this apartment is a great value in a wonderful neighborhood!"
• 09/22/09
  Positive Rating
  Celine ,
  • Pierre Villey apartment is very well located, in the nice part of Paris. The apartment is very functional and you have everything that you need when you arrive.And if you need anything, just get down and you can get it from the Rue Cler market.
• 08/08/09
  Positive Rating
  Marcia DeAngelis , El Segundo, CA
  • We stayed at the apartment for 3 days in July and loved it - I only wish we could have stayed longer. The neighborhood is great; you really feel like you are living in Paris not just visiting. We loved the Rue Cler and ate almost every meal in one of the restaurants right on the Rue Cler. We are a family of five and the apartment was roomy and very comfortable. Emily met us and was great about filling us in on the apartment and neighborhood. We were there during Bastille Day and it could not have been a more perfect time to experience Paris. Thank you Suzan for making everything so easy. I will be recommending Rue Cler to anyone I know traveling to Paris.
• 07/19/09
  Positive Rating
  Eric , New Jersey, USA
  • My family of 5 stayed at the flat for 4 days and it was terrific - perfect location within walking distance of the Eiffel Tower and great shops on Rue Cler, yet on a very quiet dead-end street. The two bedrooms downstairs comfortably accomodated my wife and I and two of my daughters while my third daughter slept on the pullout upstairs in the living room. Emily, who met us at the apartment, could not have been more helpful. Will recommend the unit to friends and family.
• 07/02/09
  Positive Rating
  
  • Guest Comment entered by Homeowner:
    Hi Suzan. We loved staying at the Rue clear apartment. The best thing was the immersion in French family neighborhoods. It was very convenient to transportation stops and neighborhood shopping. The apartment was clean and bright. It was a great experience.
• 04/27/09
  Positive Rating
  Beau and Erin , Niagara Falls, Ontario
  • My wife and I stayed her for 2 weeks. The apartment was fabulous. We were able to eat breakfast and about half of our lunch and dinners in the apartment which saved a ton of money. A typical day consisted of going sight-seeing etc. from ten until whenever, and the coming back to the apartment to relax until dinnertime. It was spacious, comfortable, and well stocked. My wife and I greatly appreciated the various guidebooks avaliable as they made many of our choices much easier, and we were able to get a "head-start" on many trips. I cannot go on without thanking Zohra, the cleaning lady. My wife is a total neatnik, and insiste don cleaning the kitchen, making the bed, etc. before Zohra came. She was beside herself when we came back after lunch. Zohra went way above and beyond, unloading the dishwasher that we had started that morning, folding laundry that had finished drying, and even finishing putting away the groceries my wife had purchased that morning. It really help us to relax knowing we didn't have to worry about messing the place up too much. Suzan was a wonderful help before, during, and after the trip. She was able to recommend everything from museum passes (get them if you go, they are worth just for the fact you don't have to stand in line), to travel insurence, to how an internation wire transfer works. Ask her, we pestered her with questions for about a month solid! She has a great insight into how to make the trip enjoyable and is a joy to work with. We hope to be able to come back to Paris sometime and would love to come back to Rue Cler/Pierre Villey. Thanks a million!
• 01/11/09
  Positive Rating
  Shelagh Tomiak , Ipswich England
  • 4 teenagers and 2 adults spent the New Year at Pierre Villey.As expected, it was very cold outside but the apartment was beautifully warm and there was a copious supply of hot water all the time. The general location, the 7th A , of course, is the best! But the actual street was also fantastic as so quiet but only 50 yards from the bustling Rue Cler and shops. Loved the church bells and the stained glass windows. It was great to be able to walk to the Eiffel Tower with our champagne on New Year's Eve and also for the younger ones to be able to stay to closing time at Euro Disney and still get back to the apartment easily and safely before midnight. We found it convenient to drive from England via the ferry and the sat nav got us to the apartment without any problems so we could unload and then park the car at the underground car park at Invalides for the week.Parking was easy,secure, 15 mins walk away and about 28 Euros a night. Pagode cinema also just other side of Invalides and very comfortable seats. One warning: many galleries and museums closed for longer over the New Year week than listed in "Pariscope" and on internet. Rodin Museum decided to close early with just a notice on the door! Also a number of parks and gardens closed, rather too cautiously, because of "icy patches". Suzan, however, was very efficient, with lots of information about the flat and there to welcome us when we arrived early because of the speed of the journey from Calais. Love to come again. Shelagh Tomiak
• 01/04/09
  Positive Rating
  , Rockport, TX
  • We had a great time at Suzan's apartment. The neighborhood is wonderful - 5 fabulous bakeries in 5 minutes walking distance - plus all the shops, cafes, etc. We took my 82 year-old mother-in-law, along with another couple, and we didn't feel cramped in the apartment. It helped that the WC and shower were in separate rooms. It was helpful as far as my mother-in-law was concerned to have easy access to an elevator. Although she had to walk down stairs to the bedroom, the stairs were wide, safe, and had plenty of railings. Being right across the street from the #69 bus was also great. Thank you, Suzan, for having thought of everything. This was our first time renting an apartment - a little leap of faith, really, but we are so glad that we did. Every night when we walked down the Rue Cler, we felt like we had come home!

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