Peace and Light in the Heart of Paris

• Mia Wilkinson-Packman

  Mia Wilkinson-Packman

  • Guest Mia
  • Date of stay 09/07/12
  • Review Submitted 10/16/12
  My cousin and I recently spent the last month in Liz and Albert's quaint Parisian apartment that is positioned right in the heart of Paris life! The apartment was fully equipped and enabled us to do normal living activities (washing,cooking,relaxing) even while on holiday. It definitely made things easier and everything was easy to use! The apartments is in walking distance to many tourist attractions (Opera, Madeliene, louvre, Tuileries gardens and we even walked to Eiffel tower approx 45mins!) we found many great places to see, shop at and eat at along the way too. There are local food markets every week just down the road and an array of delicious restaurants and cafes too! Overall we had the best first Parisian experience and it made all the difference coming home after a long adventurous day to what we named "our cosy little abode!" So thank you Albert and Liz for your Paris apartment a d distant hospitality :) your extensive information and guidance!

  Recommended for: Girls getaway, tourists without a car, romantic getaway, sightseeing.

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• A wonderful place to stay

  A wonderful place to stay

  • Guest Sally R.
  • Date of stay 05/01/12
  • Review Submitted 05/28/12
  OMG - the apartment was awesome. A bijou apartment right in the heart of Paris with lovely rooftop views. The apartment had everything one could need - the spare bed in the lounge is comfortable too which is a bonus. It is a short walk to the Louvre, Les Halles, the Opera and of course, the Seine. The owners are incredibly helpful, as too is the lovely person who meets you at the door when you arrive. Yes, there are 5 flights of stairs that are a challenge on the first day but my legs look great now so I am grateful. I couldn't recommend this apartment more highly, we wouldn't stay anywhere else.

  Recommended for: Girls getaway, tourists without a car, romantic getaway, sightseeing.

  Owner response: Dear Sally, What a delight to read your review. Albert and I are so happy that you enjoyed your time in Paris and that our home worked for you. Grate that your legs are in top shape too - so funny! Thank you for your recommendation, it was unexpected and a delight. All the best (and so happy that your boxes from France are slowly arriving!). Good luck with the last one. Liz et Albert

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• Catherine

  Catherine

  • Guest catherine
  • Date of stay 12/28/11
  • Review Submitted 02/05/12
  ahhh Liz et Albert, thank you so much for owning/then renting this superb apartment in such a convenient spot in paris. It was a delight - perfect in so many ways, clean, peaceful, very well equipped, no street noise, close to 3 metro stations. Walking distance to so many highlights. Steps ?what steps - put the key in the blue door - marking relief, reach for a glass and reflect on a full day of touristing at the bottom - Hint: chat as you go. Rue Montorgueil stores, cafes, wine bars, the patisserie just cover it all. Found ourselves making our way back there towards the end of our days - Breffni was extremely helpful - nothing would be a problem. I would recommend to friends and hope to be there again myself. c

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

  Owner response: Oh, we are so happy that you had a nice time here at home in Paris. We are so lucky to have Breffni, and yes, I agree, chatting up the stairs is the trick (and great for the heart mum says). Rue Montorgueil; always a treat..thank you for taking the time to write your experience. I believe it helps others find the right place for them. All the best, Liz et Albert

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• A cozy Paris retreat

  A cozy Paris retreat

  • Guest Fifi and Lulu
  • Date of stay 10/16/11
  • Review Submitted 10/24/11
  Staying at the apartment of Liz and Albert enhanced our (two retired US teachers) Paris experience tremendously. This cozy home-away-from-home provided all we could want and need for a wonderful week in the City of Lights. The location is great; all of Paris was accessible and walkable. Our accommodations were complete with computer, comfy bedding, a microwave for early morning tea, and a great shower to wash away the exhaustion of many hours of touring. Beware: the 94 steps from ground floor to the top level apartment are grueling at first, but after several days/nights of climbing, they become more and more manageable. The lovely Montorguiel neighborhood only a couple of blocks away is fantastic and very welcoming. I recommend an immediate visit upon arrival! Especially pleasant and helpful was the assistance given us by friends of the owners. We hope to return.

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

  Owner response: Thank you so much Deanna for sharing your Paris experience with others. We really appreciate your time and kindness to do this. And great, 94 stairs, someone counted them finally! We found the trick was to have a conversation whilst going up them, then you are at the top before you know it, plus have done your daily exercise! And yes, for those reading, Rue Montorgueil is first stop for everything. I don't think a day went by when we lived in Paris that we wouldn't walk up Rue Montorgueil.. my favourite street in PARIS. We hope you DO return soon. `Bisous! Liz et Albert

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• Fun in Paris

  Fun in Paris

  • Guest SteveDj
  • Date of stay 04/10/11
  • Review Submitted 04/21/11
  Thank you Liz and Albert for allowing us to stay in your apartment. I liked the fact that the apartment is in an actual neighborhood. Turn left from the apartment and see some very interesting sights on your way to the grocery market. Turn right and find dozens of restaurants a few hundred yards away. Close enough to walk to the Louvre, Norte Dame, Latin Quarter, etc. The apartment has everything you need to be comfortable and enjoy Paris. And, Breffni was great and very helpful. Again, thank you Liz and Albert.

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

  Owner response: Dear Steve, Thank you so much for taking time to share your great experience with us. Albert and I are really delighted that it was a great time for you all. It is a great area isn't it. So Paris! Glad everything was comfortable, and you had all you needed. It would be a delight to welcome you again anytime. All the best! Liz et Albert

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• Peace in Paris!

  Peace in Paris!

  • Guest Rena907
  • Date of stay 02/20/11
  • Review Submitted 03/07/11
  Thank you Liz & Albert for letting us stay in your wonderful apartment. It was a great place to come home to at the end of our always hectic days. It was so peaceful and quiet there and we took advantage of that with a nice glass of wine to end our days. It was a great location as well, the Louvre was so close and there was so many great things to see along the way. Rue Montorgueil was the best place to go people watching, eating, shopping, all of the above! There are some amazing stores along that street and I highly recommend taking it all in! Not to mention it was very close to 3 Metro lines that was super convienant for us. All in all, it was a great location and it had everything we needed inside and out. Thank you again for all the help it was great meeting Breffni as well! Ps, I think we might have scared him a little with all of our questions and bantering, we are kind of a wild bunch! :) I can't wait to come back to Paris and stay in that exact place!

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

  Owner response: So glad you all had a great time in Paris. Breffni said you were all a hoot! Fantastic! Look forward to welcoming you all again! Thanks so much for the review too! Warm Regards, Liz et Albert

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• Gay Paris!

  Gay Paris!

  • Guest Jackie
  • Date of stay 09/06/10
  • Review Submitted 09/30/10
  Liz and Albert... your apt was very comfortable and a joy to come home to after the long days of sightseeing. My sister and I were thankful to have a washer/dryer and kitchen available for our long stay. The apt is indeed centrally located to the Metro stops and Monoprix stores. For anyone traveling to Liz's apt, I highly recommend the Sentier Metro stop(green line) as it let's you off at the Montogrueil(spelling?) Street which is filled with cafe's and patisserie's. Your man, Breff, was very helpful and responded to our needs immediately. Thank you for helping to make our first visit to Paris a memorable one.

  Recommended for: Tourists without a car, adventure seekers, romantic getaway, sightseeing.

  Owner response: Good point, the Sentier is a great metro stop for us... about 3mins walk from the apartment perhpas (and yes, in Rue MONTORGUEIL).. (close spelling, took me years to say it never loan spell it!). Albert and I were blessed to have you stay in our home. And happy that Breffni did a great job (as always.. he is a star!) Warmest Regards, and thanks for the comment! Liz et Albert

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• March 25 - 28 rental, 2010

  March 25 - 28 rental, 2010

  • Guest Michelle & Paddy, Edinburgh & Ireland
  • Date of stay 03/25/10
  • Review Submitted 04/01/10
  The perfect appartment to stay in if you'd like a romantic getaway in Paris. For us, it was exactly what we wanted. The 2nd arrondissement has always been one of my favourite parts of Paris from the days when I lived there. You are slap bang in the middle of everywhere and rue Montorgueil is such a lovely, lively street. I almost didn't want to leave (but had to to return to our 3 baby sons at home!). The appartment has everything you could need for a stay in Paris. We would both recommed it. Thanks Liz and Albert.

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

  Owner response: Really happy you had a great time. Maybe you'll return someday to introduce your boys to the area when they are a little older. Thanks for staying! LIz et Albert

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• • Guest Ursula H.
  • Date of stay 02/20/10
  • Review Submitted 02/20/10
  Dear Liz et Albert, Just to let you know we loved your apartment and thank you. We had a wonderful four days in Paris. It was extremely cold and it was lovely to come back to a warm and cosy place to rest after a long day sight-seeing.It felt like home and much much better than a hotel. Julien was very helpful and punctual. The stairs were tough but we managed and realise we were not as fit as we thought we were. Well worth it for the convenience and proximity to all the beautiful Paris sights.Should any of our friends wish to visit Paris, I will certainly reccommend your beautiful apartment right in the heart of this wonderful city. Best wishes to you both in sunny Sidney. Ursula and Hilary, Cork Ireland.

  Owner response: Thank you so much Ursula and Hilary. Your comment is wonderful - tells of the area, the convenience (and yes once again, Julien features, we are lucky to have him and our other friends.) Best Wishes to you both in sunny Cork! Liz et Albert

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• • Guest James & Meena Benjamin
  • Date of stay 01/06/10
  • Review Submitted 01/06/10
  Thank you to Liz and Albert for a wonderful stay in your apartment. We loved it and would recommend it. When next in Paris, we would stay again for sure - perfect location, clean and cosy! Julien was lovely and available to help out as we needed. Thank you again for sharing your home.

  Owner response: We loved sharing our home with you. We are so happy you liked it, and love you to stay again. Thank you also for taking the time to make a comment for others. Maybe see you in WA someday.. Best, Liz et Albert

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Jan - April: 890 euro/week; 160/night (min 3 nights)
April - June: 190euro/night, 980euro/week (min 3 nights)
July/Aug: 210euro/night; 1150euro/week (min 3 nights)
Sept - Dec: 190euro/night; 980euro/week (min 3 nights)
For 3/4 people (2nd bed), add a third of the price to total.
1/3 deposit to confirm booking.Balance 6 weeks prior to arrival.
Security deposit : 300 euro (on arrival).Returned on departure.
Full payment is non-refundable after arrival in the apartment.

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