Fabulous Apartment, Wonderful Location

Guest: Rosepoint (Northern Virginia, USA)
Date of Stay: 12/14/11 Review Submitted: 12/30/11

This apartment was the third apartment we have rented in Paris in the last 3 years. By far this apartment had the best combination of location and amenities of anywhere we have rented. The description does not describe how perfectly clean and well kept this apartment was. This is the only apartment we have rented where there was no wear-and-tear showing at all. We have Navigo metro passes that we charge each time we go to Paris but this time we were able to walk almost everywhere because of the location. The stairs in the building were easy to negotiate so don't be put off by the lack of an elevator. The neighborhood is a lot of fun to walk around and there are many good places to buy bread, pastry and groceries within a few blocks. We like to cook and the kitchen was well equipped to make some nice meals. Be sure to check out the Picard about a block from the apartment - you may change your mind on what frozen food should taste like. We loved this apartment so much we are already planning our return trip next Spring.

Recommended for:Romantic getaway, tourists without a car, sightseeing, age 55+.

Another Wonderful Visit!

Guest: HH (Austin, Texas)
Date of Stay: 11/17/11 Review Submitted: 12/10/11

Once again, we had another wonderful visit in Cecile's apartments! It is always a pleasure! Having confidence that we will always be in lovely accommodations makes planning our visit to Paris so much less stressful. We consistently feel that Cecile is looking out for us and is quick to help us with any challenges. We love the area of the Buci apartment! It is especially great in the winter months when everything you need is just a few steps away. Having the little grocery just next door is so convenient! We had so much fun exploring the cute area all over again. Though it has been almost 2 years since we have stayed in this particular apartment, it was as fresh and as well taken care of as it was on our first visit. Cecile's design and style make returning to the apartment so relaxing. I would highly recommend a visit to her apartments to anyone!

Recommended for:Romantic getaway, tourists without a car, adventure seekers, girls getaway, age 55+, families with teenagers.

Charming Apartment in Ideal Location

Guest: A785 (NJ, US)
Date of Stay: 11/06/11 Review Submitted: 12/05/11

Cecile takes excellent care with her apartments. This apartment was clean, comfortable, well outfitted and in an ideal location. I stayed for a week with my 9 year old daughter and we had plenty of room. It would be tight with 4 people but great for 2 adults or a couple with a child. The apartment is up 2 flights of very managable stairs and in the back of the building so extremely quiet (but a nice view onto the buildings' courtyard). Location is also excellent - a 5 minute walk to Notre Dame, 10 minutes to the Louvre, 15 minutes to the Musee d'Orsay and you are right in the heart of St Germain with all that has to offer. Lots of great restaurants and shops are all within a 5 minute walk of the apartment. I was recommended to Cecile by a friend and have already recommended her apartments to friends of mine. Cecile's apartments book up quickly so don't linger with your decision about whether or not to book it. Cecile is very good at communicating back from the initial contact through to any issues that may arise during your stay.

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

Great Experience

Guest: Rich (Nashville)
Date of Stay: 10/16/11 Review Submitted: 10/26/11

My wife and I and our 13 year old daughter stayed in Cecile's apartment for one week Oct 2011, and it was wonderful. The apartment itself is nice, with very comfortable bed and pull out sofa (really comfortable as well) and excellent bathroom, with modern fixtures and great water pressure. Size-wise it was perfect for us. I could see it being a tad tight for 2 couples, but a family of four with kids sharing the pull out would be fine. You have to walk up a few flights of stairs, but it is not bad at all. The location of the apartment is, in a word, incredible. We did not take a taxi once and rode the metro only twice; we just walked everywhere. We had a long list of restaurants to visit that were recommended by our many friends who have lived in Paris for years. Literally every single restaurant on the list was within a 0-15 minute walk. I cannot express enough how perfectly located the apartment is. The street on which it sits is a lively street, but the apartment itself is on the quieter end of the street and is set back in the building, so it is entirely devoid of street noise. (There is definitely some noise from the upstairs neighbors' footsteps on the hardwood, but this is really nothing, and no different than what you'd experience in a hotel or in virtually any other apartment...) The other thing that I really appreciated is that Cecile is a professional and runs a great little business. She is neither an owner of a single unit renting it out when she's not there, nor is she managing 50 apartments. Rather, she's figured out a sweet spot -- provide nice places in spectacular locations and attend to the details. She provides electrical adapters, hair dryer, towel warmer, nice wooden hangers, good towels, etc. The appliances in the apartment are all nice. In other words, she's really thought this out and runs a tight business. She is no nonsense, prompt with her communications and accessible and crystal clear with respect to her expectations and policies. There are no surprises. I would rent from her again in a heartbeat, and will do so for sure if we are fortunate enough to make another trip.

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

Guest: Michelle and Carl Thomas (Liverpool, United Kingdom)
Date of Stay: 03/08/10 Review Submitted: 03/08/10

This was the second time we had rented from Cecile and once again we were not disappointed. Fabulous location and tasteful decor - we just wanted to move in! Finding somewhere to have a great dinner is not a problem in this bustling area but the real joy is buying local goodies to enjoy back in this lovely apartment! There is so much to do locally you won't need to take the Metro - just some good walking shoes! Bonne vacances!

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Guest: Francesco e Andrea Pastore (Nova Lima BRASIL)
Date of Stay: 01/13/10 Review Submitted: 01/13/10

We were really happy about the fact that the apartment was right in tune with photos and descriptions on the site (often there may be unpleasant surprises!) and really was very clean and quiet. The interior space is well used and the decor is truly charming. The location is fantastic, right in St.Germain with many restaurants of all kinds, from simple to more sophisticated and shops for every need. During the ten days of our stay in Paris, we almost had not to take the Metro, since, with some pleasant walks, you get to all interesting places of Paris, both tourist as well as less well known

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Guest: Richard Avery (Atlanta, Georgia)
Date of Stay: 12/30/09 Review Submitted: 12/30/09

St. Germain Buci is a wonderful apartment. It is beautifully decorated, immaculately clean and comfortably furnished. the apartment provides all the necessary amenities to help you feel as though you are at home living in Paris. Cecile was extremely helpful and made everything from reserving, to arriving, to living comfortably in the apartment as easy as possible. We look forward to staying here every time we visit Paris!

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Guest: Nancy and Peter (Houston,TExas)
Date of Stay: 10/18/09 Review Submitted: 10/18/09

The location was ideal, the decor very pleasing, the kitchen and bath nicely updated. We would definitely return to this apartment on our next visit to Paris.

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Guest: cheryl l barth ( Wisconsin, USA)
Date of Stay: 10/18/09 Review Submitted: 10/18/09

Dear Cecile, Thank you once again for the use of the wonderful apartment on 29 rue Mazarine! We found the apartment to be nicely decorated,clean and modern! The location was fantastic and within walking distance to many lovely attractions. The numerous cafes, bakeries and markets made it also very easy to assimilate to the area. I would highly recommend this apartment to seasoned or first time visitors! thank you once again!

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Guest: Pierre Bellavance (Longueuil, QC Canada)
Date of Stay: 10/01/09 Review Submitted: 10/01/09

We stayed in the apartment for 10 days in September 2009. Buying fresh croissants and baguette every morning at Kayser or Paul is a 4 minute walk. Great location, beautiful, super clean, well equipped and decorated apartment, with good ventilation, and a very kind owner. Close to everything. We loved our stay and we'll be back.

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