Location: Paris Arrondissement 10, Paris, Ile-de-France (Paris Area), France, Europe (Near Metro Republique and 17th-Century Hôpital St Louis)
Accommodations: Apartment, 1 Bedroom + Convertible bed(s), 1 Bath (Sleeps 2-4)
Re-invent yourself as a Parisian in this romantic apartment in the artistic quartier of Canal St Martin. Newly renovated to a high standard in 2008, "Chez Grisette" is a 32sqm (about 345 sq ft) one-bedroom apartment on the first floor (Americans call it the second floor) of a well-maintained traditional grey stone Haussmann building with secure digicode entry.
It is situated on rue Marie et Louise, a well-lit, neighborly street just one block back from the tree-lined canal. Metro stations Republique, Jacques Bonsergent (2 stops from Gare du Nord) and Goncourt are all within a five-minute walk and there are several restaurants and cafés as well as a cocktail bar in rue Marie et Louise itself, with some of the hippest hang-outs in Paris nearby.
On entering the apartment you’ll find a new white lacquer kitchen with granite work-surfaces, bamboo floor, a café-style table and chairs for two, as well as two folding chairs. It is equipped with electric hob and oven, extractor fan, a microwave oven, dishwasher, washer-dryer, pots, pans, glasses, china, Sabatier knives and all other things you’ll need to prepare yourself a delicious meal after you’ve explored the delights of the Sunday market in rue Alibert which runs past the end of rue Marie et Louise. If you want to shop like a local, use the poussette (shopping trolley) that’s in the wardrobe by the front door.
The living room, whose large window looks out on the flower-filled balconies that run down the street, has an L-shaped sofa bed, which can be extended to sleep two, or one can sleep on it as it is. However, the apartment is best suited to a couple or two friends sharing, when you’ll have plenty of room to relax after exploring the city, perhaps watching TV or a DVD, or browsing through one of books or guidebooks in the small collection provided. Wi-Fi and telephone calls to Western Europe and North America are included in the rental price.
The intimate bedroom has a large window looking out over the street and can be arranged with either twin beds or a queen-sized bed, according to your needs. To keep the bedroom calm and uncluttered, ample wardrobe (closet) space is provided in the living-room with another cupboard for hanging coats, etc, near the front door of the apartment. The modern bathroom has a rain-shower over the bath, a hairdryer and magnifying mirror, while the toilet is separate. Both have towel radiators and windows.
Vacation Rental Features
- Amenities
- Washer: Combined washer-dryer
- Dryer
- Linens Provided
- Beds
- Queen Bed: The bedroom can be arranged with queen bed or twin beds on request
- Twin/Single Bed: The bedroom can be arranged with queen bed or twin beds on request
- Convertible Bed
- Entertainment
- TV (No Cable/Satellite): Internet TV service receives BBC World News, CNN, Sky News, etc
- DVD
- Kitchen
- Full Kitchen
- Cooking Utensils Provided
- Refrigerator
- Dishwasher
- Microwave
- Communications
- Telephone: Calls to Western European landlines and North American landlines and cell phones included in rental price
- Free Long Distance: Calls to Western European landlines and North American landlines and cell phones included in rental price
- WiFi (Wireless Internet): Wi-Fi internet access included in rental price
- Other Amenities
- Romantic canalside walks, Sunday morning market and public swimming pool nearby
- Suitability
- No Pets Allowed
- Not Suitable for Children: Not suitable for children under 12. Exceptions may be made for babies.
- Minimum Age Limit for Renters
- Smoking Not Allowed: Any smoking in the property will result in total loss of deposit.
- Activities (on site and nearby)
- Shopping
- Sightseeing
- Restaurants
- Swimming
- Antiquing
- Cinemas/Movie Theaters
- Live Theatre
- Museums
- Other Activities
- Take a leisurely canal trip on the Canal St Martin between Bassin de l'Arsenal and Porte de la Villette to see all the local sights
Rate Details (In Euros)
€400/3 nights or fewer .. €600/week
Rates for other lengths of stay on request.
Payment in advance IN EUROS ONLY, Swift or PayPal preferred.
€300 breakage deposit for one week, 50 percent deposit on booking.
Payment includes initial welcome and final checkout, sheets, towels
heat, lighting, Wi-Fi and telephone calls to W. Europe and N. America.
Note: Until confirmed, rates are subject to change without notice.
Owner's Profile
Year Purchased: 2008
Property Photos
- Chez Grisette living room - Paris Vacation Apartment with Wi-Fi Internet
- Chez Grisette bedroom - Paris Vacation Apartment with Wi-Fi Internet
- Chez Grisette living room - Paris Vacation Apartment with Wi-Fi Internet
- Chez Grisette kitchen
- Canal St Martin swing bridge
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Anthony and Chantal , Winnipeg, Manitoba, Canada
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Although it can sleep four at pinch, this apartment is really intended for just a couple of guests at a time. I asked a guest who was staying with two teenagers for four nights whether she thought the apartment was big enough for a family of four rather than a couple. She replied: We had a wonderful stay at Chez Grisette! You've really thought of all the details to make things comfortable. We didn't find it too cramped with our girls --although they were pretty light with their luggage and I think luggage storage space would be the only issue if people were staying longer. The pull-out is certainly comfortable enough for adults. I guess, in reality, we didn't spend that much time in the apartment, either - we were packing a lot into our short visit, but I would think most visitors would be the same. She added We loved our little "Chez Grisette" and would recommend it to anyone looking for a perfect Paris experience. We very soon referred to it as "our place" and loved the neighbourhood around Rue Marie et Louise. We stayed with our 2 daughters, who also enjoyed getting to know the neighbourhood. The apartment is very well equipped - everything you need - all the modern conveniences in a beautiful old Parisian apartment building.
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