Your home away from home!
Location: Paris Arrondissement 3, Paris, Ile-de-France (Paris Area), France, Europe (near metro lines Arts et Metiers, Republique, Hotel de Ville) View Map
Accommodations: Studio, + No additional sleeping rooms avail, 1 Bath (Sleeps 1-2)
Keywords: Studio Apartment
You can't miss with this ideally located studio apartment. Rue de Beauce is a quiet one-way alleyway off rue de Bretagne. This 3rd arrondisement location is ideal for satisfying all your desires in Paris. The apartment is situated just a hop, skip, and jump (or you can walk :)) from le Marche des Enfants Rouge-the oldest in Paris-where you can find an assortment of produce, flowers, wine, fruits, and several restaurants. Or you can merely order a coffee and watch and listen to Parisians pass you by. Say bonjour! Also at your doorstep you will find wonderful specialty shops, bakeries, restaurants, banks, boutiques, and much, much more. To relax sit in the Square du Temple and let your imagination run wild while resting on the very spot that housed the Templars.
For museum lovers you are minutes from the Picasso Museum, the Carnavalet, and the Museum Cognac-Jay. For those who love churches, stroll through and admire Eglise Notre Dame des Blancs-Manteaux, Eglise Saint-Paul-Saint-Louis and more. As for shopaholics, try saying no to the fashionable boutiques along rue des Archives, rue Vieille du Temple, rue des Francs-Bourgeois, to name a few. Love to eat? Superb restaurants abound near the apartment which offer cuisine of almost every nationality. Tired from a long day of sightseeing? Then stop in the Fran Prix grocery store, buy a bottle of wine, an assortment of cheeses, perhaps a foie gras, a baguette, head back to the apartment, kick off your shoes, relax, and savor all that is French.
The apartment building is protected with a digicode and has an elevator. Once you open the door to your home away from home you will find a full kitchen equipped with stove, microwave, coffee maker, toaster, refrigerator/freezer, washer and dryer. Dishes, pots and pans, utensils, cups and glasses are available as well. The bathroom has a full tub for those who love a long bath as well as a shower. The toilet is opposite the bathroom
Amenities include television, telephone (for local calls only), internet access. An iron and ironing board are available.
You will be greeted by me at the apartment where I will give you the keys and go over the apartment with you. Should anything go wrong you will have my phone number so I can solve any emergency that might arise. As the saying goes, "There are no strangers in the world, only friends I haven't met yet." This is why your stay here is not like a stay in a hotel.
THIS IS A NON-SMOKING APARTMENT. SORRY, NO PETS ALLOWED.
The best way to contact me is by email. Simply click "Click to Inquire" and fill out the form. I will respond as quickly as possible, usually within 24 hours. If you need to speak with me by phone, please keep in mind the time difference and call at an appropriate time. Merci!
I can't say enough for not only the apartment, but for le Marais as well. Although you are in the center of Paris, you'll find yourself enveloped more in the French lifestyle than in other parts of the city where tourists abound. The diversity, the energy, the culture, the life of le Marais will have you wanting to return over and over. It is truly intoxicating! Keep in mind that the longer you stay the cheaper it becomes.
Want to learn French while you're here? Elizabeth is available to teach you the basics of French so you can comfortably order in a restaurant, ask for directions, or buy lunch at the marche des Enfants Rouges. It can make your stay all the more exciting. Let me know and I can arrange the lessons for you. All levels welcomed.
Hope to meet you soon! Steve and Eric
Vacation Rental Features
- Amenities
- Washer
- Dryer
- Linens Provided
- Elevator : The apartment is on the 3rd floor.
- Beds
- King Bed
- Entertainment
- Cable/Satellite TV
- DVD
- Video Library
- CD Player
- Music Library
- Kitchen
- Full Kitchen : There is no oven.
- Cooking Utensils Provided
- Refrigerator
- Microwave
- Communications
- Telephone : Telephone in apartment for local calls.
- Cell Phone : You will be given a phone to use with 10 minutes worth of calls. If you need more you can purchase a phone card at the post office near the apartment.
- Broadband Internet
- WiFi (Wireless Internet)
- Suitability
- No Pets Allowed
- Not Suitable for Children
- Smoking Not Allowed
- Activities
- Shopping
- Biking
- Antiquing
- Live Theatre
- Restaurants
- Fitness Center/Gym
- Cinemas/Movie Theaters
- Museums
Rate Details (In Euros)
€805/week .. €1470/2 weeks .. €1995/3 weeks .. €2550/month.
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30% deposit required to book
10% senior citizen discount 62+yo
Note: Until confirmed, rates are subject to change without notice.
Map & Owner's Profile
Year Purchased: 2004
Why the Owner Chose Paris Arrondissement 3
It's Paris and le Marais!
The Unique Benefits at this Studio
Location! Location! Location! Restaurants, banks, boulangeries and more literally at your doorstep. A unique neighborhood not overwhelmed with tourists. You get to live as a Parisian.
Owner's Map of Paris Arrondissement 3
I have lived in Paris for almost four years after taking an early retirement from the teaching profession. I am from the San Diego area (North County)and love to share my passion for this city with those who come and stay in our apartment. We would love to welcome you to the Beauce 'family'.
Property Photos
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- Your home away from home! - Paris Vacation Rental
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- Welcome! Bienvenue! a Beauce, le Marais, a Paris! - Paris Vacation Rental
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- Rest, relax...sweet dreams of Paris - Paris Vacation Rental
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- Comfort! to ease your weary body after a long day of sightseeing
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- Kitchen
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- Dining area
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- Entertainment center-TV, CD player, iPhone hookup with speakers
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- Relax, read, talk about your day, plan your next day- with a glass of wine
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- Bathroom with shower
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- La toilette
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- You're home
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- le Marche des Enfants Rouge for couscous or tagine--yum!
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- Square du Temple--read about it's history!
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- for croissants, pain au chocolat, and more yummy goodies! ohlala!
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- Nothing like having a drink and people watching! ah! le Marais!
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- rue des Archives--your lifeline to rue de Rivoli
Traveler Reviews (23)
Home way from home
Guest: Le Putois
(New Jersey, USA)
Date of Stay: 09/01/11
Review Submitted: 01/18/12
We spent two months in Beauce in 2011 and are returning for six more weeks in 2012 . Need I say more? Our hosts were wonderfully kind and helpful. The apartment, though small by American standards, was more than satisfactory for our purposes. With about six cafés within a short two or three block walk, we were able to spend many hours relaxing and watching Paris walk by. We recommend it highly.
Owner response:Thank you Erwin and Alexandria! Merci! That is what Paris is about. Sitting in a café, sipping a glass of wine and watching Paris go by. We did that at Le Sancerre (except you and I had happy beers) with an accompaniment of a band. Ah! Paris! le Marais! Both of you brought a great spirit to Beauce and we can't wait to have you back next year.
Recommended for:Adventure seekers, age 55+, tourists without a car.
Tres merveilleux!
Guest: Kathleen & Kirsten
(CA)
Date of Stay: 11/17/11
Review Submitted: 11/24/11
The studio at Rue de Beauce was a true home away from home while my daughter and I spent a congratulatory six days in Paris for her birthday and grad school send-off. The neighborhood was a wonderful experience of markets, shops, and a hidden gem of a restaurant Steve & Eric shared with us. We spent every day walking to everything and never felt the need to catch a metro. The best bonus of all was having such delightful hosts willing to impart their knowledge of the best of Paris. Thank you so much for sharing this spot within the heart of my now favorite city! I look forward to another trip as soon as we can find another excuse to celebrate!
Owner response: Well you two were a breath of fresh air. You brought absolutely beautiful weather, cranberries, and pumpkin just for us. Wow! Eric and I were happy to see that you captured the spirit of Beauce, le Marais and Paris. We loved the time with you sipping hot chocolate at Angelina's; eating pizza at Sant Antonio's; and feasting at La Fontaine Gourmande. Thank you both and you know that you never need a reason or excuse to come to Paris. It awaits with open arms. Merci, biz, a bientot!
Recommended for:Girls getaway, romantic getaway, age 55+, tourists without a car, sightseeing.
Beauce- The Perfect Place to Stay in Paris
Guest: Sherm
(St. Helena, CA, USA)
Date of Stay: 04/01/11
Review Submitted: 04/13/11
When you stay at Beauce, it is more than renting an apartment. It is an experience you will never forget. The apartment is perfect and beautifully appointed with everything one would need. The magic comes from the owners, Steve and Eric who become immediate friends as well as their helpful ally Elizabeth who made my trip so extraordinary. The location is wonderful and the Marais is the only place to be in Paris--the Enfant Rouge market, the cafes and boutiques everywhere, the convenience of being able to walk to Notre Dame, the Louvre, Musee D'Orsay, the Place de Voges, Rue de Rosier and more. Eric and Steve, thank you for your over the top hospitality, your fabulous dinner, and the incredible effort you put in to making my Paris experience the best. Elizabeth, you are truly special. Thanks for showing me your Marais with your little dog, Mephisto. I consider you all friends forever. I can't imagine staying anywhere else in Paris. If you are lucky enough to stay at Beauce, grab it. You won't regret it.
Owner response:Sherm it was a great pleasure. You brought laughter, enthusiasm and an adventurous spirit. Eric, Elizabeth and I loved having you here and hope to have you back one day. Maybe to be special guests at your own art gallery opening. Once again I'm reminded that there are no strangers in this world, only friends I haven't met yet. Thank you for your kind spirit and we too consider you a friend. I'm so happy you found Beauce as wonderful as we know it is. And, yes, you're right. You can walk anywhere and everywhere! You and others have said they feel so comfortable and don't want to leave the "hood". Again thank you! See you one day in Napa!! Steve, Eric, Elizabeth and all our friends you met
Recommended for:Romantic getaway, age 55+, tourists without a car.
cozy home away from home
Guest: Mireille
(Montréal,Québec,Canada)
Date of Stay: 09/01/10
Review Submitted: 11/02/10
Like everybody who wrote before me, I loved my stay at Beauce ! a cozy,well appointed,well situated nest from which to explore Paris...a comfortable place to come back to at night and to linger in the morning...the neighborhood is full of everything that one might need and as you go from shop to shop picking up a few tomatoes,some charcuterie,a bottle of wine,you can pretend that you live there... it would be hard to go back to a hotel! The Beauce team is a delight : Steve, charming and upbeat,always quick to answer all queeries,Eric who's great laugh is still in my head and Elisabeth who gave me a very helpful tour of the neighborhood and answered my questions about french politics (we were in full pensin reform crisis!) Merci,merci to all three ! all the best, Mireille
Owner response:Merci Mireille! As soon as I received your email, Paris smiled. We loved having you here and being part of the Beauce family. We had such a great time sitting with you, drinking wine and talking in French and English. And when we see Albina and Anne they ask, "How is Mireille? Have you heard from her?" They, too, think you are fabulous. You wowed Paris. Your month stay really allowed you to experience the Marais and life at Beauce and on rue de Bretagne. We send you our charm, our laughter and knowledge (on French politics). A la prochaine! Steve, Eric & Elizabeth
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Gracious Neighborhood Living Convenient to Central Paris
Guest: Ell
(Santa Rosa, California, USA)
Date of Stay: 07/08/10
Review Submitted: 08/28/10
Steve made the application and reservation process friendly and inviting, though unfortunately my niece and I didn’t meet him in person (except for one phone call) because he was out of town while we were there. However, his partner, Eric, and their nearby friend and associate, Elizabeth, were as helpful as could be. This included the first night, when we blew a circuit breaker while attaching an American-style electrical appliance, and the Sunday evening wine & cheese fête we threw for them. When I chose to give my blistered feet a rest one morning, the DVD collection and flat-screen HD TV enabled me to watch the film “La Vie en Rose.” The Wi-Fi network in the apartment helped me to keep up with my e-mail (on an iPod Touch). The neighborhood has a splendid array of shops and restaurants – and no hotels – and lots of locals filling them and the surrounding streets. Outdoor market (Marche des Enfants Rouges) is hidden away through an alley right next to the apartment! Also in the neighborhood is the fascinating Musee des Arts et Metiers. The nearby mairie (village hall) for the 3e arrondissement was holding a weeklong outdoor music festival during our stay, so check into other activities that may be happening there. We ate in several restaurants in the neighborhood and were never disappointed. And we were 10 minutes’ walk from three different metro lines.
Owner response:Hi Elliott! Thank you for the review. So sorry I wasn't able to be there to meet you and your niece in person. And sorry I missed out on the wine and cheese fete! Darn! :) Anyway I am so happy that you found the neighborhood to your liking. It really does have a splendid spirit and there's always something to do. It really is hard to describe just how close to everything you are from the apartment so thanks for bringing that up. I certainly hope you'll be back to Beauce and Paris so I can meet you and enjoy a wine and cheese fete! Elizabeth and Eric send their 'bonjour!" to you both. And don't go blowing any more circuit breakers!! Haha!
Recommended for:Romantic getaway, age 55+, tourists without a car, sightseeing.
A Little Slice of Heaven.
Guest: Other half
(Castlemaine, Victoria, Australia)
Date of Stay: 05/09/10
Review Submitted: 05/09/10
I could effuse and go on for pages about how wonderful, fabulous, marvelous, terrific Steve and Eric are as hosts. I could rave about the perfect little jewel that is the sweet, neat, attractive, comfortable, convenient, cosy apartment at 14 rue de Beauce. I could tell you about the great bistros, fresh fish shops, flower shops,cheese shops, fruit shops, butcher shops, patisserie, bars, marche, street stalls that are the neighbors. I could talk about the shops, museums, exhibitions, parks, hidden squares, roman walls, glamorous women, handsome men, cute children, endearing dogs, odd places people park cars, velibs, the convenient metro..on...and on...and on... BUT I WON'T!!!! If you are planning a visit to Paris and want the perfect place to stay, forget the Georges V, take 14 rue de Beauce...you'll be delirious with delight...JUST AS WE WERE!!!! Bisous to you both Steve and Eric and one hundred thousand thanks, it was heaven! Judy and Wal
Owner response:My dearest Jude and Walt. I'm left speechless (unusual for me). Your trip to Paris and stay at Beauce brightened our lives and enlivened our spirits. You captured the energy and joie de vivre of Paris. And Walt proposed at the Eiffel Tower. Life is soooooo good! Once again we have been blessed with new friendships and look forward to more chances for us to sit, have dinner, a drink and engage in witty conversation. You know that from us you have un bisous everyday. With sincere thanks for coming into our lives we send you our love. Steve and Eric
Recommended for:Romantic getaway, age 55+, tourists without a car, sightseeing.
Beauce...beyond our dreams!
Guest: Hillary & Brian
(Seattle)
Date of Stay: 03/29/10
Review Submitted: 04/18/10
It is difficult for me to know where to begin this review. Do I start by raving about the beautiful accommodations or do I start by celebrating the extraordinary hospitality and thoughtfulness of Steve and Eric. Even before we arrived everything about "Beauce" was perfect. Steve kept in great communication and was incredibly helpful before, during, and after our stay. The apartment was PERFECT. The pictures on VRBO don't do it justice. The apartment fills with a glowing light even on rainy days and feels so warm. Now onto convenience... between the adapter, hair dryer, the ipod stereo, and the beautiful bottle of wine that awaited us when we got there, everything that could possibly have made our stay nice and comfortable was thought of. Beauce truly was home away from home. The street is so quiet and cute and right in the heart of the Marais. Everything was so easy to get to and Beauce felt like our little sanctuary to come home to after a long day of hoofing it around Paris. The kitchen has everything you need to try your hand at French cooking if you feel like it, and the adorable, and famous, market just downstairs makes it quite convenient to pick up your ingredients. If not, there is a fabulous restaurant just outside the door at Les Enfants Rouge. Beauce is more than what we could ever have dreamed of. Steve and Eric, we love you! Thank you for everything. Hillary and Brian
Owner response:Hillary and Brian--you are, now where did this line come from?---"Too precious for words." We are touched by your generous words. I still look up every time I hear someone rolling their luggage on rue de Bretagne hoping that when I do it will be you two. From our emails I knew you were special. But in person you two redefined for me the goodness and beauty of people. I can't thank you enough for that. Once again Beauce was blessed with a special, lovely couple. Your hearts and smiles still make Beauce glow and brighten each day for me. We send a big hug and hope to see you again. Bisous, Steve & Eric
Recommended for:Girls getaway, romantic getaway, age 55+, tourists without a car, sightseeing.
Guest: Cynthia & Gary1
(San Francisco Bay Area, CA)
Date of Stay: 12/27/09
Review Submitted: 12/27/09
Rue de Beauce is a jewel in Le Marais, and Steve and Eric are treasures of the human kind! My husband and I stayed at the flat over a 4 week period this fall, and our experience was extraordinary. It was the charming, romantic home base for our "honeymoon" that came 30 years after the wedding. Everything you need is there: the bed is fantastic, the linens divine, the bathroom and kitchen are perfect, the neighborhood ancient and friendly...need I go on? It is the most welcoming flat you can imagine. How hard it was to leave our happy abode, and to say goodbye to our newest and dearest friends, Steve and Eric. Paris is magical all by herself, but nothing beats the joy of returning to your own uniquely special place after a day of exploring the city. Don't hesitate to make Rue de Beauce your choice when you visit Paris. You will make memories of a lifetime. Merci Steve and Eric, and love to Elizabeth! A bientot!
Owner response:Oh my goodness! Talk about bringing sunshine, laughter, and love to Beauce! Eric and I miss you soooooo much. I wish there were magical words to explain the impact you had on our lives and such joy and happiness you brought to Paris and Beauce. From sitting in the apartment and having drinks to fighting the wind and rain at Versailles. Your spirit continues to warm our hearts and brighten Beauce. We can't wait to once again give and return the hugs we grew accustomed to. Thank you both for your love and know it comes back to you threefold. Thank you from the hearts. Bisous! Steve and Eric
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Guest: Andy
(Melbourne, Australia)
Date of Stay: 12/23/09
Review Submitted: 12/23/09
Lynn & I were delighted with the apartment and hosts Steve, Eric and Elizabeth. The apartment is well equipped, very clean and most comfortable. Fresh flowers were an appreciated finishing touch to the presentation. The photos do not do it justice! We have recommended it to our friends and hope there is a vacancy for our next trip to Paris.
Owner response:Wow! How wonderful! I'm sitting here on Christmas Eve and could not have wished for a better gift. Thank you so much for the kind words. I will always make sure you have the apartment when you come back to Paris. We look forward to your return. Steve, Eric Elizabeth
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Guest: Tracy Downing
(Walnut Creek, CA)
Date of Stay: 10/10/09
Review Submitted: 10/10/09
Steve and Eric are, without a doubt, the finest hosts we've ever had at any vacation property - and I include many fine hotels and resorts in this comparison. Why? What makes their place different? The warm, genuine, and personal hospitality they provided just blew us away and exceeded every expectation. (And our expectations were very high! It was a romantic trip to Paris, after all.) It just could not have been the same wonderful trip without them. We will return to Paris and, if we're lucky, there will be room for us at Rue de Beauce. There's just no place else we'd rather stay. Tracy & Peter
Owner response:We are truly humbled. It's people like you, Tracy and Peter, who make it so easy to be genuine, warm and hospitable. We are only mirror images of those who enter our lives. For us, we will always welcome you with open arms and open hearts, in Paris; at Beauce because we love how you make us better people. un grand bisous mes amis! Steve et Eric
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