Wonderful stay in beautiful Paris!

Guest: IanM (Salt Lake City)
Date of Stay: 10/21/11 Review Submitted: 12/04/11

My wife and I enjoyed a relaxing and pleasurable nine days at Victor's apartment. The location is perfect-along the Seine, 1/2 a mile from the Eiffel tower and close to multiple forms of public transportation. We enjoyed the gorgeous views of Paris from the apartment, so unusual for the city, and especially the evening Eiffel tower light shows. We found the apartment to be comfortable and spacious. Victor was a gracious host who is extremely knowledgeable about the city and suggested some true restaurant gems that we would never have discovered on our own. We can't wait to return!

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

A Peaceful Oasis

Guest: Bert (Victoria, BC)
Date of Stay: 09/10/11 Review Submitted: 11/29/11

For two weeks in September, we had a wonderful stay in this airy flat overlooking the Seine. It was a tranquil refuge after a day of exploring the city. It is well situated a short walk to two metro lines and the RER. There are two markets - boul. Grenelle (Wed. & Sun.) and rue St. Charles (Tues. & Fri.) and many shops close by in which you can experience a real Paris neighbourhood. And the Monoprix across the plaza is very convenient. Victor is most helpful with any questions you may have and in recommending his favourite restaurants. We would not hesitate to recommend this flat.

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

Paris apartment, great stay at a great location (although you might not think so at first!!)

Guest: trimacar (Winchester VA. 22602 USA)
Date of Stay: 10/15/11 Review Submitted: 10/25/11

Myself and two grown daughters had a great week in Paris, the apartment was great, good view and convenient to stores, transportation, and such, once we figured it out! When we first arrived, we were concerned because it's an area of high rise buildings, but soon found a nice shopping district a short walk away (behind apartment, away from the river). Very convenient to Eiffel Tower, from which you can easily get to other tourist areas (red bus, subway), and even closer to an RER C train stop, which takes you directly to Versailles. Novatel Hotel next door was a big help in printing out tickets purchased on line (it would be nice if the apartment had a printer, as it's so easy to get tickets on line to Versaille, Moulin Rouge, etc. and saves waiting in ticket lines), and taxis were always waiting there if needed.... Victor was EXTREMELY helpful to us, a great person to work with...........would do it again....

Recommended for:Sightseeing, tourists without a car.

So Disappointed!

Guest: LJ (Sydney)
Date of Stay: 07/18/05 Review Submitted: 10/23/11

Agree –architecture and the views are amazing and the complex well run. We were booked for 3 weeks in July, arriving to find previous tenants towels and sheets draped all over the living room. The apartment was grubby, shabby, untidy and badly in need of a handyman’s attention - not newly renovated as is stated. The bedding and towels were tattered and smelt damp. The visitor’s book we did not bother to fill in as it was filled with good reviews and the remainder were pages that had been pulled out. As soon as we found somewhere else we relocated – difficult in the height of season. We had almost 4 months in Paris – booking all our apartments through VRBO – the others were all outstanding.

Owner response:I’m sorry to learn that the tenant was unhappy. I sent an email to welcome her to Paris, and she replied, “Apart from the horrid cold weather-we are having fun.” I wish she had expressed her complaint about the sheets and towels that were drying and making the apartment appear shabby and untidy , so that I could have explained that she needed to allow the maid to complete her work and that I would have made sure that everything was right. It’s interesting to note that the next guest wrote an excellent review about his family's stay.

Recommended for:Adventure seekers.

Great Home Base in Paris

Guest: 2 Families (Chicago, IL, USA)
Date of Stay: 08/16/11 Review Submitted: 09/06/11

Our family of 4 stayed here for a week and had a fantastic time. Parents slept in the large bed and kids slept well on the pull out couch in the living room. It's true about the good views of the Eiffel tower. It’s about a half a mile away, and you can watch it sparkle as you go to sleep. The building is right on the Seine, next to the Îsle aux Cygnes, a skinny island in the Seine. Great place to meet friends or have a picnic. The Monoprix grocery store is right across the courtyard, so you can stock up on supplies quite conveniently. A few blocks away is a typical French neighborhood where you can eat at a cafe, catch a bus, or catch the metro at the Charles Michels stop. (You can grab a coffee or something for the kids from the McDonald's on the way.) Bir-Hakeim stop is also a short walk away. We really liked crossing the river to catch the Hotel DeVille bus. This is a great bus that runs right along the river and can quickly get you to the museums. Kitchen has all he necessities, also a clothes washer. The listing doesn't mention it but there is WiFi access for all your Pods and Pads. Communication from the owner, which is so important when you are using VRBO, was outstanding from beginning to end. Thanks for a great stay!

Recommended for:Families with teenagers, sightseeing, tourists without a car, age 55+, families with young children.

Stunning Views and Location

Guest: Jackie and Scott (Lakewood, Colorado, USA)
Date of Stay: 05/29/10 Review Submitted: 05/30/11

The views are absolutely stunning- even more dramatic than the pictures depict. We loved looking out the windows watching life on the Seine. We spent 9 nights in Victor's apartment and would go back in a heart beat. Location is unbeatable close to major transportation- especially enjoyed taking picturesque bus line #69 which goes from Eiffel Tower to Pere Lachaise Cemetery. We were also right by 2 metro stops and the RER- couldn't be better. After a busy day of sightseeing, it was wonderful to stop by the Monoprix (two minutes away), pick up some cheese, strawberries, wine and relax. We enjoyed the "City of Light" so much from this apartment that we only left it at night to stand on the bridge ( 5 minutes away) to take in the full glory of the scintillating Eiffel Tower. Directly in front of Victor's apartment is the Allee des Cynes, a small narrow island splitting the Seine and linking 2 bridges. This is where many Parisians jog, walk their pets, and gaze at a huge variety of boats including tour boats and modest houseboats We had several picnics here. We appreciated the free phone calls to the USA, the internet connection, and cable although we only watched tv twice- the rest of the time we were ensconced in Victor's comfy armchairs, transfixed by views of the most beautiful city in the world. It was a delight to work with Victor - we hope to do it again. Thanks again. A bientot!

Recommended for:Families with teenagers, sightseeing, tourists without a car, age 55+, people with disabilities, girls getaway, families with young children, romantic getaway.

Bonjor Victor

Guest: Danielle (Millitary Base Honoluu)
Date of Stay: 11/08/10 Review Submitted: 12/21/10

I can't thank you enough for our wonderful stay in Paris at your lovely apartment this is our third time staying with Victor and I highly recomend his apartment in fact I would stay there forever if I could. Everything is beautiful great views easy access close to the metro and it goes on. I love you Victor for all your wonderful and thoughtfullness and gracious replys What a great apartment this is the BEST place to stay thank you again Victor. Merci. Daniele from Tahoe

Recommended for:Sightseeing, tourists without a car, age 55+, people with disabilities, girls getaway, romantic getaway.

Great Apartment

Guest: Stan & Patti (Oregon)
Date of Stay: 07/13/10 Review Submitted: 08/01/10

We spent a week in this very comfortable and spacious apartment. Victor was helpful with any and all the questions we had prior to our arrival and we most certainly were pleased with the apartment. He also called after we were there to make sure everything was going smoothly. The view was amazing, especially so for the fireworks on Bastille Day. We loved coming back to the apartment after a long day. A glass of wine, relax and having the luxury of deciding whether we would eat in or dine out. Getting around was very easy due to easy access to the Metro. A short walk to restaurants, bakeries, a Monoprix and if one needed a cab; right next door at the Novotel Hotel. Had a wonderful meal at the Bistro Champetre, 107, rue Saint Charles; maybe a 10 minute walk. We would definitely stay here again.

Recommended for:Tourists without a car, age 55+.

Comfort on the Seine

Guest: Richard (Sarasota, FL USA)
Date of Stay: 06/07/10 Review Submitted: 06/24/10

We can echo the comments made by others that the apt is comfortable and well located. In addition, we can point out the owner is very helpful and involved. He provided an up to date list of excellent restaurants of many different types (neighborhood family hangout to recently "discovered by the NY Times" gourmet restaurant). He even telephoned shortly after we arrived to make certain all was well and to give us his latest "finds". The building itself is very friendly with an excellent, helpful concierge. Not previously mentioned is the Hertz office on Ave. Emile Zola (a few blocks away). We arrived by rental car and were able to easily turn in the car and shop for provisions while walking back to the apt. Be sure to walk to the Rue de Lourmel (three blocks) and check out the baker, green grocer, fabulous cheese shop etc. This seems to be where many of the locals shop as it is very busy from 4 to 7 PM.

Recommended for:Families with teenagers, sightseeing, tourists without a car, age 55+, people with disabilities, families with young children, romantic getaway.

Guest: Marie and Bernard Gwertzman (New York, NY)
Date of Stay: 02/08/10 Review Submitted: 02/08/10

This bright and spacious apartment provided us with a wonderful base during our late-January week in Paris. Despite the cold, gray weather outside, it was a warm and welcoming home with all the amenities promised - plenty of closet space, a well equipped kitchen etc. As laptop-toting travellers, we especially appreciated the high-speed internet connection. We loved being able to get instant information about Paris attractions, restaurants, etc. with a click of the mouse. With the two nearby Metro stations - Bir Hakeim and Charles Michels - and the taxi stand next door by the Novotel, we moved around the city with ease. Despite my worries about having to wait for a taxi, we were on our way to the airport the morning of our departure within minutes of leaving the building! During this stay we especially enjoyed living as "real" Parisians - shopping in the Monoprix a few minutes away, discovering the excellent boulangeries (especially Quartier du Pain at the end of the rue Beaugrenelle where we went for our daily baguette and croissants), getting good haircuts at a local coiffeur and having a delightful dinner at one of Victor's suggested restaurants, Au Gout Dujour, our first night in Paris. All in all, our stay in Victor's comfortable and well-located apartment helped make this a wonderful week in Paris for both of us.

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