Stayed here over Christmas 2011

Guest: Jamie (Canada)
Date of Stay: 12/19/11 Review Submitted: 01/19/12

Three of us stayed at this apartment for two weeks over Christmas 2011. Overall, the experience was good and it fit our needs well. However, the apartment is generally tired and I believe there is good value in other apartments in Paris. Advantages: - Very close to RER station (direct line from Charles de Gaulle airport) - Good location next to Jardin de Luxembourg - Warm: radiators work very well (this counts in winter) - Quiet - Relatively clean - Basic essentials included (dishes, towels, etc). - TV and Internet work well. Disadvantages: - The apartment (and furniture) are getting old and worn out. The apartment seems as though it's been used as a travelers pad for quite a while. - Beds are not great. The duvet on my bed was a furniture moving pad, not an actual blanket (!). Plus it was a bit stained. - Sofas are slightly stained and worn out - No proper table for eating dinner - Bathroom is small (classically French) Compared to the other vacation apartments I saw while I was there, I would ranking this apartment as a lower value then the others. If they put a little money into updating the furniture, then it would be a real winner. Otherwise, the price should be lower to compensate for that. Happy Travels - Canadian traveller

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Luxembourg Gardens Apt.

Guest: Don & Marjorie (Charlotte, NC USA)
Date of Stay: 05/09/11 Review Submitted: 06/22/11

W had a most enjoyable stay in this apartment. The manager & his team were very helpful getting us to & from the airport, & into the apartment. The apartment was quiet & well located between 2-3 Metro lines & the RER trains. The Raspaille Market was close by to stock up for the kitchen, the Kayser Boulangerie & Patisserie are just downstairs on street level, a couple of chocolatier's & a grocer are a few minutes walk down the street & many restaurants, cafe's, & shops all around the apartment. Of course, the Luxembourg Gardens is a wonderful place to start or end the day.

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

St Germain March 2011 Visit

Guest: Peter (Minnesota USA)
Date of Stay: 03/14/11 Review Submitted: 04/10/11

My goal this trip, in addition to a nice vacation with my wife, was to give my kids the chance to fall in love with Paris. This apartment fit the bill wonderfully: Pascal made everything easy from initial contact through check-in and departure, the apartment was attractive, and the location could not have been better. For other Americans trying to decide on a Paris neighborhood, the threefold perks in my experience were (a) it's a "real" Paris neighborhood, not crawling with fellow tourists, (b) the people we met in the neighborhood were warm and accommodating, and (c) the bakery next door to this apartment and the restaurant downstairs from the apartment were delicious, inviting places where we immediately felt welcomed. Located near the end of the Jardin du Luxembourg, it's an easy walk to the touristy areas yet just enough removed to be a nice retreat at night (or for a morning walk in the Jardin) -- and the nearby restaurants where Hemingway, Fitzgerald, Stein and that gang hung out offered a fun opportunity to talk with our kids about Paris' literary history while lingering over a meal or grabbing a croque monsieur and armagnac while watching the world go by. In short, I felt the total package of the apartment, the location and Pascal's approach made for a very, very nice stay.

Owner response:thanks so much for your kindness. It was just so nice to have you here. Hope to see you again thanks Pascal

Recommended for:Families with teenagers, romantic getaway, tourists without a car, age 55+, girls getaway, sightseeing.

Great location and everything served us very well!

Guest: Anonymous
Date of Stay: 03/14/11 Review Submitted: 04/10/11

We recently returned from our stay in Paris. Pascal was a dream to work with on renting this apartment in the 6th arrondisment of Paris. We were looking at two different apartments he manages, and are so glad he steered us here. The neighborhood is quiet, clean, easy access to many things, and sits above a fabulous bakery and a cafe. I awoke to the smell of fresh croissants each morning, wafting over the rose-filled courtyard below. The apartment is clean and neat, the only very minor complaint being that the shower water was a bit irregular in maintaining a temperature, and for some people it may be trouble to have just one bathroom (it was no problem for us). It is outfitted beautifully with antiques and modern conveniences in good balance. It is within walking distance of Blvd Montparnasse, where Hemingway's restaurant haunts such as Closerie de Lilas and other perfect venues exist. The photos and description are accurate, Pascal is a dream, the apartment is good, the location is outstandingly perfect, and it is very within reach of many places, either by foot or metro. We even loved the driver that Pascal arranged for us, as far as airport transportation goes. I would not hesitate one bit to recommend this place. Thanks again to Pascal for making this a wonderful experience!

Recommended for:Families with teenagers, romantic getaway, tourists without a car, age 55+, girls getaway, sightseeing.

Lovely apartment in great location

Guest: Sam (Perth,Australia)
Date of Stay: 12/22/10 Review Submitted: 01/06/11

We had a lovely five days in this apartment over Christmas 2010. It was a great size for our family of five and it was lovely to stay in a typically French styled apartment. It was conveniently located and very close to the metro which we used all the time. It was great having the washing facilities and also the french bakery on the corner was lovely to be able to get fresh pastries for breakfast. We would recommend this to others considering a stay in Paris. We had a great time.

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

New Years 2011 Family Holiday

Guest: Vicki (Ontario, Canada)
Date of Stay: 12/28/10 Review Submitted: 01/06/11

Our stay at the Interlude apartment at New Years 2011 was an enjoyable one. Although the apartment is small, it served our purpose wonderfully. Before even leaving home, our contact person was most helpful while arranging our stay, promptly answering any questions I had about our first visit to Paris and arranging for someone to greet us and taxi us to and from the apartment. I had read some horror stories, so having confidence that our arrival would be a positive one was important to me. The apartment is very neat and clean. I wish there was more seating in the living room, but we didn't hang around the apartment for that long. The couch is not that comfortable. The apartment has two bedrooms - one with twin beds that accommodated our two teen-aged children. The beds and pillows are very comfortable. After very full days of walking around the city, this was very important to us. Most importantly, the location is very quiet. We are not used to sleeping with traffic noise, and the sounds from outside were non-existent. The kitchen is tiny, but well-equipped. We were able to make a few simple meals, and bought coffee and groceries for breakfasts. There is a wonderful bakery two doors away that meant we (almost) got our fill of baguette and croissants! The best thing about this apartment, for us, is the location. It is away from the hustle and bustle of central Paris - where we spent our days. We aren't afraid of walking, and this location allowed us to walk everywhere except out to Versailles and up to Montmartre. RER and bus stops are within 3-10 minute walks. Most major sites we visited ( Louvre, Musee d'Orsay, Notre Dame, Rue de Moufftard, Saint Chapelle, Pompidou, Rodin Museum), could be reached within a 30 minute walk. The Eiffel Tower is a 45 minute walk away. I think I would take the bus back from there the next time I visit! This allowed us to get a real feel for the city, the neighbourhoods, the shopping areas and the sites. The main boulevard of Montparnasse is a 10 minute walk away and has many restaurant choices. I couldn't believe how many of the different arrondissements we managed to visit or walk through! I would highly recommend this property to travellers who don't need to be in the centre of everything. It was the perfect location for us. I am so glad that my original choices close to the major attractions didn't work out. This location allowed us to get a greater feel of the whole city.

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

Highly Recommended

Guest: ksb (CHAPELL HILL)
Date of Stay: 09/02/10 Review Submitted: 01/06/11

We had a wonderful stay in September of 2010. The location of the apartment is tremendous--a few steps from the Luxembourg Gardens and a RER stop at Port Royal. Even better is a wonderful bakery next door, though be warned you maybe awoken at 5:30 by delicious smells wafting up through the courtyard. The apartment itself is very nice with plenty of space for 4 people and comfortable sleeping quarters.

Recommended for:Families with teenagers, tourists without a car, age 55+.

Not Worth the Money

Guest: Declined (Mill Valley, CA USA)
Date of Stay: 09/14/10 Review Submitted: 09/25/10

This apartment was not clean and the noise level from surrounding restaurants during the night was loud. The photos do not represent this apartment well. Upon arrival, we did not have the bare necessities like toilet paper and soap which required a search in the neighborhood for a marche to pick up these items. The bedding was dirty as well. I would not recommend this apartment to anyone. The price should have been half the amount.

Owner response:False review from a client who did not actually stay at the apartment and sent someone else who wanted money back as they could not afford the accomodations. There are no restaurants and no noise at all at this apartment. You can only smell fresh bread from a local bakery. We use only clean linens obviously. Have been in business since 1999

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Guest: Mark12 (Waterbury, CT)
Date of Stay: 03/24/10 Review Submitted: 03/24/10

Highly recommended. My wife and I and our two sons enjoyed our stay at this apartment in mid-March. The apartment was clean and well maintained. It's in a great neighborhood and right near the RER/Metro and Luxembourg Gardens. The property manager was very easy to deal with; very helpful.

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Guest: Paula59 (El Cajon, Ca)
Date of Stay: 01/11/10 Review Submitted: 01/11/10

We stayed in the apartment Christmas 2009. It is a wonderful apartment in a very nice area that is close to everything-bakery, shopping, RER, restaurants, and park. We enjoyed every minute of our stay in Paris. The apartment allows you to feel immersed in the culture. We were 6 people(4 adults and 2 kids. However, the apartment is much better suited for only 4 people.

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