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Stunning Rare Gated Art Deco Duplex Townhouse

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Living area of art deco duplex Looking down from the balcony Dramatic two-story entry from living room Extensive collection of books on art deco Living room Reflected living room Stair Rail Detail Living room bookcase and B&B Italia sofa Living Room Detail Modern kitchen Dining Room Another view of the study balcony Towards the master bedroom from study Looking from the study to master bathroom Antique door leads to master bedroom Art deco gazelles Master bedroom - queen-size bed Looking out the bedroom window Antique Bedroom Door Gate Closes Street and Provides Security Winter Flowers in Front Garden 'Boucherie' (Butcher Shop) Steps from Apartment Grand apartments Along Nearby Avenue Henri Martin Lights & Eiffel Searchlight at Nearby 'Mairie'

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Last updated: 05/24/2013
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  • Minimum stay:5-6 nights
  • Internet:Yes
  • Pets allowed:No
  • Wheel chair accessible:No

In Response to Popular Demand: I have made my apartment available for short- and mid-term rental on a highly selective basis. Everybody, of course, wants to know what 'highly selective' means. It means... compulsively neat, thoroughly house-broken non-smokers who would be aesthetically troubled by a crooked painting, were trained at an early age not to roller-blade in the living room or fingerpaint on the sofa, and who always remember to wipe their feet, turn off the stove and take the key. (Well, almost always!)

If you're contemplating a trip to Paris but are daunted by the thought of overpriced hotels, outstretched palms, $30 continental breakfasts, and planning the day around the chambermaid, please read on. I hope you will get a sense of why so many of my guests keep returning year after year after year.

The apartment is an elegant duplex on a gated, private street in a 1930s art deco building, located in one of the most fashionable and beautiful sections of Paris, yet with quick and easy access to all that Paris offers.

The first floor has a dramatic double-height living room, dining room, gourmet kitchen and half bath. Upstairs are the master bedroom, a modern bathroom with oversize tub and separate shower, and a study/entertainment center overlooking the living room. It's just steps to the neighborhood center and supermarkets, bakeries, cafes, restaurants, cheese and wine stores, and many other shops and conveniences.

I think you will enjoy the superior level of furnishings, art and 'objets,' as well as the many hundreds of CD's, guidebooks, and books on the art deco era, art deco architecture, design and painting, and French history and culture. My wonderful English/French-speaking housekeeper/assistant can help you with reservations, taxis and insider tips!

Top Location: The apartment is in the 16th Arrondissement, long known as one of the most fashionable and beautiful sections of Paris. It is an area of elegant boulevards, stylish boutiques, and bustling neighborhood centers. Yet the broad, tree-lined streets give you more breathing room than in the crowded and noisy tourist districts. My guests say that staying at my apartment makes them feel like Parisians instead of visitors.

Neighborhood conveniences are just steps away. The post office is a 3-minute walk. A few blocks farther is a modern indoor public swimming pool, the Ranelagh Gardens and Musee Marmottan, indoor and outdoor food markets, and the chic boutiques on Rue de Passy and Avenue Victor Hugo. A 10-minute walk takes you to the Bois de Boulogne which, with its lakes, woods, and gardens, is a great place to jog or rent a bike or canoe.

Paris is for strolling, and the Eiffel Tower, Trocadero, Arc de Triomphe, and Champs Elysees are all within easy walking distance of the apartment.

Getting Around is Quick and Easy by Bus and Metro: The Metro stop (Rue de la Pompe) is a block away. This line (#9) takes you to the Champs Elysees in under 8 minutes, as well as to the grand department stores, the Opera, Bateaux Mouches, Trocadero,and many other places you'll want to visit. At 'Franklin D. Roosevelt' you can change to the #1 line which goes to the Place de la Concorde, Tuileries, Palais Royale, Place des Vosges, Marais, Bastille, Centre Pompidou and the Louvre.

Two bus lines, the 52 and 63, stop within a block of the apartment. The 63 is like a sightseeing tour with its wonderful views of the Eiffel Tower, Trocadero, Place de la Concorde, and Seine. It goes to the heart of the left bank and Latin Quarter with stops that include St. Germain des Pres, Musee d'Orsay, Invalides, Luxembourg Gardens, Sorbonne, Notre Dame, Ile de la Cite and many other places.

This is a rare and stunning apartment for discriminating travelers. I hope to have the pleasure and privilege of being your host.

Property Type

  • Apartment
  • 800 sq. ft.

Accommodation Type

      • Vacation Rental

      Meals

          • Guests Provide Their Own Meals

          Onsite Services

          • Housekeeper Optional
          • Concierge
          • Housekeeper

          Suitability

          • Pets Not Allowed
          • Children Welcome:

            as long as their parents are well-behaved....morecollapse

          • Non Smoking Only

          Bedrooms

          • 1 Bedrooms, Sleeps 4
          • Bedroom 1
          • 1 queen
          • Details:

            The apartment is luxuriously ideal for two. Depending on the ages and privacy preferences of visitors, the apartment can sleep up to four persons: two upstairs in the master bedroom; one in the living room on the convertible B&B Italia sofa; and one more in the living room on a day bed. The bedroom has an entire wall of mirrored closets that provide storage space for clothes and suitcases....morecollapse

          Bathrooms

          • 1.0 Bathrooms, 1 Half Bathrooms
          • Full 1
          • toilet, tub, shower, bidet
          • Half 1
          • toilet
          • Details:

            The master bathroom upstairs is quite large and immaculately clean. There's a deep, oversize tub and a separate tiled shower, along with a sink, toilet, bidet and heated towel rack. Cabinets provide ample space for guest toiletries and belongings. This bathroom can be accessed without going through the bedroom, so downstairs guests can use it without disturbing upstairs guests. The half bath on the first floor contains a sink and toilet....morecollapse

          Other Amenities

              • Details:

                The apartment is extremely well-equipped. There's a mini-stereo for CD's, tapes and radio; an iPod docking station, Wi-Fi and Broadband for high-speed Internet connections, and a printer for guest use. My cable service offers over 160 channels including numerous movie channels, TCM, Sundance, BBC, CNN, Bloomberg, CNBC and many more. Local calls are free, as well as international calls to land lines in nearly 90 countries, and calls to cell phones in the United States and Canada....morecollapse

              Entertainment

              • Books:

                Collections include general and thematic guides to Paris and its sights, walks, museums, restaurants, shopping & secret spots; art deco art and architecture; French language & history and much more....morecollapse

              • Music Library:

                Over 175 CD's and tapes, mainly jazz and classical....morecollapse

              • Satellite / Cable:

                160+ channels including TCM, Sundance, BBC, CNN, Bloomberg, Premium Movies and many more in English....morecollapse

              • DVD Player
              • Stereo
              • CD Player
              • VCR
              • Television
              • Audio Tape Player
              • Radio

              Theme

              • Historic
              • Tourist Attractions
              • Romantic

              Attractions

              • Museums
              • Cinemas
              • Coin Laundry
              • Live Theater
              • Restaurants

              Car

                  • Not Necessary

                  Leisure Activities

                  • Shopping
                  • Antiquing
                  • Walking
                  • Sight Seeing

                  local services and businesses

                  • Laundromat
                  • Massage Therapist
                  • ATM/Bank
                  • Babysitter
                  • Groceries
                  • Medical Services

                  Location Type

                      • Downtown

                      sports and adventure activities

                      • Tennis
                      • Swimming

                      Arrival Day

                          • Flexible

                          catering options

                              • Guests Provide Their Own Meals

                              Dining

                                  • Dining Area

                                  forms of payment

                                      • Accept Credit Card

                                      General

                                      • Paper Towels
                                      • Toilet Paper
                                      • Clothes Dryer
                                      • Heating
                                      • Activities Guide
                                      • Laundry Soap
                                      • Free Long Distance
                                      • Telephone
                                      • Air Conditioning
                                      • Wireless Internet
                                      • Parking On Street
                                      • Alarm Clock
                                      • Linens Provided
                                      • Internet
                                      • Local Restaurant Guide
                                      • Sofa Bed
                                      • Local Activities Guide
                                      • Broadband Access
                                      • Towels Provided
                                      • Basic Soaps
                                      • Hair Dryer
                                      • Washing Machine
                                      • Local Maps
                                      • Iron & Board

                                      house cleaning

                                          • Housekeeper Optional

                                          Kitchen

                                          • Dishes & Utensils
                                          • 4 Ring Stove
                                          • Refrigerator
                                          • Kitchen
                                          • Oven
                                          • Pantry Items
                                          • Freezer
                                          • Microwave
                                          • Blender
                                          • Coffee Maker
                                          • Stove
                                          • Dishwasher
                                          • Coffee Grinder
                                          • Stove
                                          • Toaster
                                          • Cooking Utensils
                                           

                                          Reviews

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                                          • Paris ... Beauty and Location

                                            Paris ... Beauty and Location

                                            • Guest John D.
                                            • Date of stay 04/06/13
                                            • Review Submitted 04/30/13
                                            My wife and I and two teens stayed in Alex's beautiful Paris apartment for four nights in early April. This is an architects dream, and what a great location. We walked to many of the popular tourist signts and had great views of the Eiffel Tower from near the apartment. When we arrived Mona greeted us with fruit, bread and a nice bottle of French wine. Such a treat after our long flight from Boston. Alex pays great attention to detail and nothing is left to chance. Clean and impeccable. You can't beat this place.What a great stay!

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                                          • A gem!

                                            A gem!

                                            • Guest Jennifer T.
                                            • Date of stay 03/30/13
                                            • Review Submitted 04/11/13
                                            I could not be happier with my choice to rent Alex's beautiful apartment in the 16th arrondissement. It is a lovely, immaculate, well-appointed "home away from home." I stayed for a week with my husband and two teenagers, and found the space and location exceeded our expectations. We lived like Parisians for a week in this fabulous, perfect apartment. Alex was a delight to deal with from start to finish; extremely helpful and thorough in providing information spanning from transportation and "site seeing" to shopping and restaurants. I cannot imagine staying anywhere else when we return to the city of lights. Thank you, Alex for an amazing stay!

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                                          • Spectacular in the 16th

                                            Spectacular in the 16th

                                            • Guest Kate W.
                                            • Date of stay 03/09/13
                                            • Review Submitted 03/18/13
                                            This apartment in the 16th is exactly as described by the owner. It is very well appointed and equipped. A wonderful full bathroom with walk-in shower and over-sized tub. A full kitchen--cooktop, oven, and good size refrigerator with very adequate bottom freezer. The main floor is very comfortable with seating for several people and a pleasant dining area. The upstairs has a bedroom with a queen bed and extensive storage space, a study area with numerous books on Paris and environs and the bathroom. The neighborhood is a residential one, but has everything one might need. Two grocery stores are within a 2 minute walk, equally close are bakeries, vegetable and fruit shops and a butcher. Additionally, there are several restaurants within an easy walk--some are neighborhood bistros; others a bit more upscale. Within very easy walking distance are metro stops, 3 different bus lines and the RER. We hope this apartment will be available on our next trip to Paris and would certainly recommend it to friends---only if they didn't want it when we did!

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                                          • The Perfect Place to Stay in Paris

                                            The Perfect Place to Stay in Paris

                                            • Guest Eberlin M.
                                            • Date of stay 01/26/13
                                            • Review Submitted 03/02/13
                                            A stunning apartment in the chic 16th arrondissement. It is a clean, light filled and beautifully decorated art deco home. Customer service is excellent ; the greeter generously prepared the table with wine and cheeses and was always available if we had any questions. The kitchen was well equipped for gourmet cooking. The bookcases contained guidebooks, maps and the latest information pamphlets about Paris. The neighborhood has every type of shop you can imagine and the bus, metro and RER are practically at your doorstep. We will definitely rent this apartment again.

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                                          • Wonderful Property in a Beautiful Area

                                            Wonderful Property in a Beautiful Area

                                            • Guest Donna M.
                                            • Date of stay 12/29/12
                                            • Review Submitted 01/16/13
                                            My husband and I have rented apartments in Paris many times, but have never found a place so delightful as this. Everything is exactly as described, the place is immaculate, quiet, sophisticated, comfortable...I would recommend it without hesitation. The location is perfect...within easy reach of everything, yet out of the way of the tourist crowds. The owner provides extremely detailed information about the area, the appliances, an answer to any question one might have, plus, there is a lovely English-speaking house manager just around the corner and always available by phone. We were so impressed by the quality of the property, the furnishings, the artwork, the CDs...I could go on and on. This property is exactly as advertised: Stunning and Rare. We can't wait to return and be "pretend" Parisians for another few weeks.

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                                          • I would never stay anywhere else!

                                            I would never stay anywhere else!

                                            • Guest SM Johnson
                                            • Date of stay 05/12/12
                                            • Review Submitted 01/09/13
                                            As I will embark on my 7th visit to Alex's apartment, I decided that I must write a review on "my Parisian home". This is the best home away from home you could ever imagine. The ultra modern decor is very inviting. Prior to 2007, I used to stay in luxury hotels near the Champs Elysees or across from the Opera. Very expensive and it was just a tiny room with a tiny bathroom. Alex's apartment is more than an apartment, it's a townhouse with all of the amenities. Full kitchen with everything you need if you dare cook. Eating area is surrounded by beautiful artwork. Two supermarkets, two fresh friut and vegetable stores, and two bakeries are within a 4 minute walk. You are also five minutes from the metro or a nice walk to the Trocadero, which has the most fabulous views of the Eiffel Tower. (perfect photo opportunity) It's so nice to come back to the house after a day in all of the touristy areas to a nice relaxing home. I usually warm up a towel on the towel warmer in the bathroom, run a bath, and play one of the many jazz cds in the music library after a busy day of museums and shopping. Oh, and did I mention Mona.....what a dear. She is there to greet you with fresh bread and cheese. She's American so there is no language barrier if you do not speak french. She's an expat and knows everything about Paris. She can advise on the best mode of transportation or the best flea markets. This is a location that I can definitely recommend, but please don't try to book my weeks in the Spring.

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                                          • wonderful stay in Paris

                                            wonderful stay in Paris

                                            • Guest ConL
                                            • Date of stay 07/01/12
                                            • Review Submitted 11/14/12
                                            Since having a family, we always travel staying in rented condos or houses, not hotels. And this little slice of real Paris is going to be added to our list of places. It was very clean and comfortable. We had 5 in our traveling party (my husband and I were in the upstairs room and my 2 kids (11 and 7) and my mother were downstairs). Everyone was comfortable and enjoyed their stay. It was also close enough to all of the tourist sights but also just far enough away that we didn't bump into tourists all of the time. Mona, the housekeeper, was also very helpful and provided us with a nice welcome basket. The bedroom did face the street with some street noise but the window a/c unit drowned out anything that could have been disturbing.

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                                          • Never going to stay in a hotel in Paris again!!!

                                            Never going to stay in a hotel in Paris again!!!

                                            • Guest User
                                            • Date of stay 09/17/12
                                            • Review Submitted 10/10/12
                                            After staying in a "4-star" hotel in Paris for all of my recent trips, I decided that I'd had enough with high rates, thin walls, and lack of luxury. Having used VRBO in the states before and having a good experience, I decided it was time to try the site in Paris. I must say, finding this AMAZING apartment was a little like winning the lottery. Not only is it as fantastic as the pictures show, it was in an adorable neighborhood, well priced, and gave me the genuine feeling of "living in Paris" ... something I would very much like to do! Spick and span is my middle name and it didn't disappoint, I was pleased with all of the amenities and was sad to leave so quickly. I have nothing but compliments to the owner and hope to return again soon!

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                                          • Fabulous Apartment in Paris

                                            Fabulous Apartment in Paris

                                            • Guest Jill N.
                                            • Date of stay 09/20/12
                                            • Review Submitted 10/03/12
                                            We had an amazing vacation in Paris; and, our vacation rental played a major role in the success of our trip! Upon arrival, it was clear that this was the real deal. The rental looked exactly like the photos we had seen and the amenities were exactly as outlined. By Paris standards, the accommodations were spacious, and by any standards, the accommodations were beautiful. The place is tastefully decorated, very well-equipped and well laid-out. It was clean, well maintained and well stocked with everything one needs for a perfect vacation…nice bathroom with extra towels and fresh bars of soap, plenty of extra blankets, plenty of household items, tons of travel books and great tips and maps from the owner. The customer service was top-notch. Prior to our arrival, we received a packet of information in the mail that not only addressed the crucial information like where the apartment is located and how to get to there, but it also contained tips on sightseeing, transportation, maps and recommendations on the owner’s favorite walks in the city, tips on exchanging currency, warnings about pick-pockets, etc. Upon our arrival, we were greeted with a bottle of wine, a fresh baguette, a bowl of fresh fruit and a tray containing several cheeses. There were fresh flowers on the kitchen table, in the bathroom and in the bedroom. The caretaker was waiting for us, ready to acquaint us with the property and answer any questions we had. She offered to make herself available for questions or help during our stay and even called us a few days into the trip to “check” on us! The location was wonderful. If you are looking to be in a real neighborhood, live like a local and soak up Paris, this is the place. While it is not in the heart of all of the action, or central to buzzing nightlife, it is located in a beautiful “sleepy” little neighborhood- quiet, upscale and far from tourists. We lived like locals for 1 week! We had 2 boulangeries within less than 100 yards of the apartment and each morning we picked up fresh pastries and a fresh baguette. The grocery store was even closer, just 2 doors down. Also within 100 yards was a wine shop, butcher, café and pharmacy. The metro was about 1 ½ blocks away and we traveled exclusively by metro (when we weren’t walking).The Eiffel Tower was about 10 minutes by foot. We would highly recommend this property and would absolutely love to come back again ourselves. We were sad to say goodbye to what we considered "our" apartment.

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                                          • A perfect stay with many luxurious comforts.

                                            A perfect stay with many luxurious comforts.

                                            • Guest Melissa K.
                                            • Date of stay 07/24/12
                                            • Review Submitted 08/04/12
                                            The owner was extremely responsive to every correspondence, and provided an amazingly detailed welcome packet that directed us from the airport, to tours of the neighborhood, bus lines, as well as tips for using the apartment. We were greeted by the owner's English-speaking housekeeper who waited for our flight to arrive and presented us with a gorgeous tray of cheese (that we enjoyed all week) with a bottle of wine and a baguette. Fresh flowers adorned vases in every room. The conveniences of free local calls to Paris and the U.S., wi-fi, washing machine, toaster, refrigerator and room to spread out made this a choice better than any hotel. The property is beautifully appointed and laid out exactly as described. There are hundreds of books on the subject of Paris, not to mention reference and guide books to museums, restaurants and attractions, that we enjoyed reading. The neighborhood is charming, private, and perfectly situated to the Metro, bus lines, and RER. There is a butcher shop, cheese shop, several bakeries, grocery stores, bank, brasserie, cafe, post office and wine shop right around the corner. This apartment has air-conditioning which can be difficult to find in Paris, and even with the window open, there was not noise or air pollution. We were extremely comfortable and felt very safe. We would definitely rent this apartment in the future and would recommend this apartment to close friends and family.

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                                          Rental basis: Per property
                                          Rental rates quoted in: $
                                          Dates Nightly Wknd Night Weekend Weekly Monthly * Event
                                          High
                                          Apr 1 - Oct 31, 2013
                                          6 night min stay
                                          $295 $295
                                          $1950

                                          Extra Nights: $270

                                          Low
                                          Nov 1 - Dec 13, 2013
                                          5 night min stay
                                          $255 $255
                                          $1650

                                          Extra Nights: $235

                                          High
                                          Dec 14 - Jan 5, 2014
                                          6 night min stay
                                          $295 $295
                                          $1950

                                          Extra Nights: $270

                                          Payment is usually accepted in the quoted currency ($) unless the currency and the amount is specifically agreed in advance with the owner / advertiser.


                                          Additional information about rental rates:

                                          $215-$295/nt - $1650-$1950/wk; $3,000-$3,500/two wks; US Dollars
                                          Rates are all-inclusive: Wi-Fi, linens, towels, utilities, cable TV, local and most international calls, 'concierge' assistance, end-of-stay cleaning LOW SEASON: November 1, 2012-February 28, 2013 (except December 15-January 7); 4-6 Nights: $255/night 1 week (7 nights): $1,650 8-13 Days: $1,650 plus $235/night above 7 Two weeks: $3,000 HIGH SEASON: March 1-October 31, 2013 & December 14, 2013-January 5, 2014 4-6 Nights: $295/night 1 Week (7 nights): $1950/week 8-13 Days: $1950/week PLUS $270/night above 7 2 Weeks: $3500. For longer stays, please inquire.
                                          Dates Available: Year Round Calendar may include tentative or changeable reservations so it never hurts to ask about availability despite what the calendar may indicate.

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                                          Photos

                                          • Living area of art deco duplex

                                            Living area of art deco duplex

                                          • Dramatic two-story entry from living room

                                            Dramatic two-story entry from living room

                                          • Living room

                                            Living room

                                          • Stair Rail Detail

                                            Stair Rail Detail

                                          • Living Room Detail

                                            Living Room Detail

                                          • Dining Room

                                            Dining Room

                                          • Towards the master bedroom from study

                                            Towards the master bedroom from study

                                          • Antique door leads to master bedroom

                                            Antique door leads to master bedroom

                                          • Master bedroom - queen-size bed

                                            Master bedroom - queen-size bed

                                          • Antique Bedroom Door

                                            Antique Bedroom Door

                                          • Winter Flowers in Front Garden

                                            Winter Flowers in Front Garden

                                          • Grand apartments Along Nearby Avenue Henri Martin

                                            Grand apartments Along Nearby Avenue Henri Martin

                                          • Looking down from the balcony

                                            Looking down from the balcony

                                          • Extensive collection of books on art deco

                                            Extensive collection of books on art deco

                                          • Reflected living room

                                            Reflected living room

                                          • Living room bookcase and B&B Italia sofa

                                            Living room bookcase and B&B Italia sofa

                                          • Modern kitchen

                                            Modern kitchen

                                          • Another view of the study balcony

                                            Another view of the study balcony

                                          • Looking from the study to master bathroom

                                            Looking from the study to master bathroom

                                          • Art deco gazelles

                                            Art deco gazelles

                                          • Looking out the bedroom window

                                            Looking out the bedroom window

                                          • Gate Closes Street and Provides Security

                                            Gate Closes Street and Provides Security

                                          • 'Boucherie' (Butcher Shop) Steps from Apartment

                                            'Boucherie' (Butcher Shop) Steps from Apartment

                                          • Lights & Eiffel Searchlight at Nearby 'Mairie'

                                            Lights & Eiffel Searchlight at Nearby 'Mairie'

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                                          1 Bedroom / 1.5 Bathroom
                                          Sleeps 4


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