Location: Paris Arrondissement 16, Paris, Ile-de-France (Paris Area), France, Europe View Map
Accommodations: Apartment, 1 Bedroom + Convertible bed(s), 1.5 Baths (Sleeps 2-4)
Keywords: Duplex Townhouse Condominium Apartment
Elegant. Luxurious. Gated private street in top neighborhood with great access to all that Paris offers. 10-Year rental history with fabulous reviews.
IN RESPONSE TO POPULAR DEMAND... I have made my apartment in Paris available for short- or mid-term rental on a highly selective basis. Everybody, of course, wants to know what "highly selective" means.
It means... compulsively neat, thoroughly housebroken non-smokers who would be aesthetically troubled by a crooked painting; who learned at an early age not to roller blade in the living room or finger-paint on the sofa; and who always remember to wipe their feet, turn off the stove, and take the key.
If this describes you and you are 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 further for more information.
THE APARTMENT:
The apartment is an elegant duplex on a gated private street in a 1930s art deco building. It's furnished in a comfortable yet minimalist style with many modern classics from the 20’s and 30’s by such designers as Mies Van der Rohe, Marcel Breuer, and Eileen Gray.
On the first floor are the living room with its dramatic 22-foot high ceiling, a dining area, powder room, and modern kitchen. A sweeping stairway leads to the second floor which consists of a master bedroom with a queen-size bed, a large bathroom with an oversized tub and separate shower, and a study that overlooks the living room. There's loads of closet space for clothes and suitcases.
The apartment is luxuriously ideal for two. Depending on the degree of intimacy shared by various guests, however, the main apartment can sleep up to five persons: two upstairs in the master bedroom; two in the living room on a nice, firm B&B Italia sofabed; and one more in the living room on a day bed.
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. Guests say that staying at Avenue Rodin makes them feel like Parisians instead of visitors.
GUEST REVIEWS:
I have an extensive collection of unsolicited testimonials from guests. I am happy to email this in response to your inquiry to provide you with additional perspectives on the apartment and neighborhood.
THE NEIGHBORHOOD:
The apartment is just steps from the colorful neighborhood center. Within half a block are two supermarkets, several bakeries, fruit and green grocers, cheese and wine shops, a butcher, and a convenience market that stays open late as well as on Sundays. You’ll also find ATMs, florists, a pharmacy, cafés and brasseries, a photo shop, dry cleaners, video store, hair salons, gourmet food takeout shops, as well as restaurants.
The post office is a block away. A few blocks farther you’ll find a modern indoor public swimming pool, the Ranelagh Gardens and Musée Marmottan, indoor and outdoor food markets, and the chic boutiques on Rue de Passy and Avenue Victor Hugo. A five- to ten-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.
GETTING AROUND PARIS;
Paris is a walker’s city. The Eiffel Tower, Trocadero, Arc de Triomphe, and Champs Elysées are all within easy strolling distance of the apartment. Of course, you could take a day getting to any of these spots since there are so many wonderful sights, shops, and cafés along the way.
Public transportation in Paris is superb and easy to use. You’ll have no trouble getting anyplace you want in the city from Avenue Rodin.
The Métro stop (Rue de la Pompe) is one short block away, at the intersection of Avenue Henri Martin and Rue de la Pompe. This line, #9, takes you to the Champs Elysées, the famous department stores downtown, the Opera, Bateaux Mouches, Trocadero, Eiffel Tower, and many other places you’ll want to visit. At Métro stop Franklin D. Roosevelt (just four stops away), you can change to the #1 line which goes to the Arc de Triomphe, Place de la Concorde, Tuileries, Palais Royale, Musée du Louvre, Centre Pompidou, Place des Vosges, Marais, and Bastille - just to name a few of the attractions.
There are two bus lines that stop within a block of the apartment, as well as several more you can catch a few blocks farther away. In one direction, the 52 bus takes you to the nearby village of Auteuil, with its famous Art Nouveau buildings. One stop after Porte d’Auteuil is Carrefour, a fabulous supermarket that carries, not only an amazing assortment of food and delicacies, but appliances, stationery, clothes, hardware, and household goods.
In the other direction, the 52 goes to the Arc de Triomphe, the Champs Elysées, rue du Faubourg St. Honoré (famous for its fancy stores), the Madeleine, and the Opéra in the heart of the downtown shopping district where Galeries Lafayette and Au Printemps have their main stores.
My favorite bus route, the 63, is great for sightseeing and visiting a lot of Paris’s attractions and interesting neighborhoods. It goes along Avenue George Mandel to the Trocadero, crosses the Seine at the Pont de l’Alma, and has wonderful views of the river and Place de la Concorde. The bus then goes along Boulevard St. Germain to the heart of the left bank and the Latin quarter. You can take this bus to the Bateaux Mouches, Tuileries, Musée d’Orsay, Invalides, Luxembourg Gardens, Sorbonne, Notre Dame, and many other places you’ll want to see.
This is a rare and stunning apartment for the discriminating traveler who appreciates and knows how to care for fine surroundings. No smoking and, sorry, no pets. Children welcome as long as their parents are well behaved.
Vacation Rental Features
- Amenities
- Air Conditioning : European-style free-standing air conditioners in bedroom and living area.
- Linens Provided
- Washer
- Dryer
- Beds
- Queen Bed
- Twin/Single Bed : Comfortable "day bed" sofa in living room.
- Convertible Bed : B&B Italia sofa in living room opens to "full"-size bed.
- Entertainment
- Cable/Satellite TV : 160+ channels including TCM, Sundance, BBC, CNN, Bloomberg, Premium Movies and many more in English.
- DVD
- VCR
- CD Player
- Stereo System
- Music Library : Over 175 CD's and tapes, mainly jazz and classical.
- Kitchen
- Full Kitchen : Fully-equipped for gourmet cooking and dining. Always a large inventory of spices.
- Cooking Utensils Provided
- Refrigerator
- Dishwasher
- Microwave
- Communications
- Telephone : Three portable phones. Answering machine.
- Free Long Distance : Free international calls to land lines in nearly 190 countries; free calls to cell phones, too, in USA and Canada.
- Broadband Internet
- WiFi (Wireless Internet)
- Other Amenities
- Featured on HGTV's Fine Living Channel and in INC Magazine! Gated Private Street, Three Phones, WiFi and Broadband Internet, Printer, Coffee and Espresso maker, Electric Tea Kettle, Toaster, Extensive Cooking Utensils, Hair Dryer, Iron & Ironing Board, European-style Washer & Dryer, Air-Conditioning in master bedroom and living room, Clock Radio, 250+ Paris and France Guidebooks (restaurants, bistros, food markets, shopping, tourist sites, architecture, kids, walking tours, museums, jazz, ateliers, secret and special spots). Extensive collection of books on art deco style, architecture, furniture and era. On-site English-French speaking housekeeper/assistant available to help guests with reservations, taxis, sightseeing tips, insider suggestions, and, heaven forbid, any problems that might occur.
- Suitability
- No Pets Allowed
- Smoking Not Allowed
- Activities
- Shopping
- Swimming
- Live Theatre
- Restaurants
- Cinemas/Movie Theaters
- Museums
- Other Activities
- Sightseeing -- for goodness sakes, it's PARIS!!!
Rate Details (In US Dollars)
Includes WiFi,linens, utilities, local/int. calls, "concierge" help, final clean
LOW SEASON: November 1-February 28 (except December 15-January 5)
HIGH SEASON: March 1-October 31 & December 15-January 5.
4-6 Nights: LOW .. $255/night | HIGH .. $295/night
1 Week (7 nights): LOW .. $1650/week | HIGH .. $1950/week
8-13 Days: LOW .. $1650/week PLUS $235/night above 7.
HIGH .. $1950/week PLUS $270/night above 7.
2 Weeks: LOW .. $3000 & HIGH .. $3500. For longer stays, please inquire.
Note: Until confirmed, rates are subject to change without notice.
Map & Owner's Profile
Property Photos
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- The study and master bedroom and bathroom are upstairs - Paris, Ile-de-France, France - Vacation Rental in the 16th Arrondissement near the Eiffel Tower!
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- Looking down on the living room from the balcony - Paris, Ile-de-France, France - Vacation Rental in the 16th Arrondissement near the Eiffel Tower!
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- Modern kitchen includes everything you'll need to cook - Paris, Ile-de-France, France - Vacation Rental in the 16th Arrondissement near the Eiffel Tower!
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- Master bedroom includes a queen-size bed and mirrored wall of closets
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- Looking from the study into the master bathroom
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- Extensive collection of books on art deco, design and Paris. B & B Italia sofa
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- Another view of the study balcony that overlooks the living room
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- Looking towards the master bedroom from the study
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- Living room with furniture by Mies Van der Rohe and Marcel Breuer
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- Reflected living room and Marcel Breuer trolley
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- Dramatic two-story entry seen from living room
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- Looking out the bedroom window across Rue de la Tour
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- Antique door leads to master bedroom
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- Living room bookcase and B&B Italia sofa
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- Dining room
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- Grand apartments along nearby Avenue Henri Martin
Traveler Reviews (22)
Art Deco Duplex Townhouse-
Guest: diana l.
Date of Stay: 12/23/11
Review Submitted: 01/25/12
AMAZING!!! The townhouse was that and more! My husband and I visited Paris 10 years ago and it didn't compare to this trip. We were in Paris for 10 days and staying at the townhouse felt like we lived in Paris. The cafe down the street, the fresh flowers, cheese, and fresh bread...everything you imagine Paris to be it was! I know that a large part of it was due to the townhouse. It felt so good having somewhere to go to that felt like home. By the end of the trip, some of the residents were saying goodmorning, giving acknowledging smiles, it felt so good! The owner did a fantastic job with providing directions, information about Paris, and local restaurants. His housekeeper was so sweet and told us the ins and outs of Paris, the townhouse, and her availability to help if needed. I highly recommend this townhouse...you will not be disappointed.
Recommended for:
Thanksgiving in Paris
Guest: John S.
Date of Stay: 11/23/11
Review Submitted: 12/08/11
My wife and I spent 5-days in the apartment over Thanksgiving. This is the first time we have ever tried renting a place through HomeAway, and I have to say the experience was even better than I had hoped for. The Apartment was just as represented on the website. The information package we received before we arrived was extremely helpful in planning our trip, and helpful for getting around while we were there. I don’t think we would have taken the bus, which we really enjoyed, if it weren’t for the directions. Mona who met us there was extremely helpful, and helped us arrange taxi’s to the airport. She had snacks and staples for us when we arrived so we didn’t need to immediately rush of the store. The apartment is well situated on a quiet street with great local food shops close by. We had a great time shopping and cooking meals in the apartment and even used the cookbooks that were in the kitchen. The close proximity to bus stops, a metro and RER station makes getting anywhere in Paris a breeze. We took the bus to the Musée d'Orsay following the instructions given, and had a relaxing long walk back to the apartment. Next time we are in Paris we plan to stay here again.
Recommended for:
Bijou Apartment
Guest: patricia F.
Date of Stay: 11/10/11
Review Submitted: 11/22/11
This beautiful apartment provides the unique experience of living in an upscale neighbourhood, shopping, dining and safely browsing local shops and feeling as if you are really living in Paris. The owner has thought of every comfort and convenienc to make your stay a truly wonderful and we loved the wine, cheeses fruit at our arrival and the wrapped soap! The art deco themed furniture gives the apartment a very spacious feel but we also felt very comfortable. The kitchen is well equipped for a little snack or making dinner and there are lots of unique books on Paris and maps and more. We feel the owner more than delivers in every way and all financial details are handled in a very professional manner. We would love to stay again on our next visit to Paris, Pat & Bill
Recommended for:
Truly a Home Away from Home
Guest: Daniel C.
Date of Stay: 06/10/11
Review Submitted: 10/01/11
This elegant and comfortable Art Deco maisonette duplex is located in a quiet residential neighborhood in the 16th. Nearest metro is Rue de la Pompe (about a three minute walk away). As the space is fully decorated (lots of books, art, etc) this place really feels like a home, and not a soulless vacation rental. It's also quite spacious with several distinct areas for lounging, eating and (horrors!) even working. There are so many little extras/pleasant surprises that they're almost too numerous to mention, but I'll throw out a few. The half bath downstairs is nice if you entertain but don't want people walking into your private space. The free phone (free calls to US too) is good for keeping your cell phone bill tolerable. The welcome "goodie basket" includes cheeses, breads, fruit and a lovely bottle of wine. Those who get claustraphobic in small bathrooms will think they've died and gone to heaven when they get a load of the spacious, spa-like master bath that includes a separate walk in shower with brutally strong water pressure. Towels and bed linens were good quality and in perfect condition. Everything you could possibly want is within easy walking distance of the aparment. Excellent, non-touristy restaurants abound (including several right on the same street). There are also two excellent bakeries and a large supermarket within literally a one minute walk of the front door to the aparment. Also within a few minutes walk are a post office, parks (including the massive Bois de Boulougne), dry cleaners, pharmacies, ATM machines - you name it. No review of this aparment would be complete without glowing praise for both the American owner (who's based in Boston) and the delightful on-site representative/manager who couldn't have been more welcoming and helpful. It is without hesitation that I would recommend this vacation rental to a relative, relative or YOU!
Recommended for:
Great Paris vacation
Guest: Amy
(Key Biscayne, Florida )
Date of Stay: 04/16/11
Review Submitted: 08/04/11
We visited Paris April 2011. Close friends had recommended the apartment and we were delighted that we chose to stay in the rental. The location is fantastic- just a few steps from the local grocery, only a very short walk to neighboring bakeries with delicious breakfast croissants and coffee, and close to metro station and buses. The apartment was beautifully decorated with an incredible library of books available for browsing (tour guide books, pleasure reading, etc), lovely furniture and very comfortable and modern bathroom and kitchen. Apartment within a safe and gated small community, and we often walked late at night and always felt safe. Lovely surprise on arrival when delightful caretaker greeted us with a basket of french bread, french cheese, fresh fruit and several bottles of wine! They were ready and waiting for us on arrival and checked with us within a few days to see if we needed assistance with taxi/transportation or had any questions. We stayed with our kids (ages 9-15), and everyone enjoyed the apartment. The greatest advantage over a hotel is that you truly experience Paris as a Parisian and not just as a visitor. The weather was fabulous and we highly recommend Paris in spring. Owner was incredibly attentive and professional from the moment we booked the apartment through the completion of rental period and overall the vacation was a success.
Recommended for:Romantic getaway, tourists without a car, sightseeing, girls getaway, families with teenagers.
Fantastic apartment and astonishing owner.
Guest: Chad R.
Date of Stay: 06/04/11
Review Submitted: 07/19/11
My wife and I just returned from a vacation that included a week in this incredible apartment in Paris. It is very easy to rave about the quality of the apartment (it is truly stunning inside and located on a wonderful gated road in the heart of the 16th), or the convenient location (a 10 minute walk from the Eiffel Tower, 2 minutes to several markets or cafes, bakeries, etc and about 5 minutes from a metro stop and a light rail stop) but what makes this apartment the most special is the owner. From the moment of initial contact Alex was absolutely unbelievable in his level of communication and friendliness. Every detail is meticulously looked after - the level of thoughtfulness is unheard of in modern society. Alex sent a significant welcome packet prior to our stay that included not only the vital information but maps, guides, complete translations for taxi drivers, etc. It was truly a wonderful experience and I cannot recommend Alex and his apartment in Paris highly enough. I cannot imagine that you could find another more involved and conscientiousness owner than Alex or nicer place to stay in Paris.
Recommended for:Romantic getaway, tourists without a car, sightseeing, adventure seekers, girls getaway, age 55+, families with teenagers.
You'll never want to leave...
Guest: Citrouille10
(New York)
Date of Stay: 11/06/09
Review Submitted: 05/17/11
No seriously. We loved this apartment so much we contemplated changing the locks so that we wouldn't have to give the apartment back to the owner. I go to Paris often on business and if I could, I would stay here every time. Why should you rent? For starters, a perfect, quiet location with all the amenities that picky New Yorkers insist upon; every market you need within a 5 minute walk: boulangerie? Check. Wine shop? Check. Vegetable/fruit stands? Check. Larger supermarket 50 feet from the door? Check. Metro station 2 blocks away? Check. Oh, and did I mention that although the apartment is in the equivalent of a Central Park West neighborhood (a very good thing), you are only a 10 minute walk to the Eiffel Tower? This is a pristine, exquisitly designed and meticulously kept home and I'm already regretting writing such a glowing review for fear that it won't be available the next time we need it. Merci!
Recommended for:Romantic getaway, sightseeing.
April in Paris (and the Paris Marathon)
Guest: Julie
(Pewaukee, WI)
Date of Stay: 04/07/11
Review Submitted: 04/29/11
This property is an absolute delight, and an added plus is that it is just 1 km from the finish line of the Paris Marathon! What a pleasure to stay in a non-touristy neighborhood with a Patisserie, Fromagerie, Boulangerie, and grocery store less than a block away. The property is clean, well cared for, and the owner has thoughtfully provided most things that a visitor would need, including a well stocked kitchen, city guides and maps, other tourist guides and art books, wireless internet, and even a washer/dryer. Also a great coffee maker! I stayed here with my husband, daughter, and a friend, and there was plenty of room while allowing for privacy for all. We walked and took the metro to explore the city. I highly recommend this property!!! Oh and Paris in April was warm, green, in bloom, and very lovely.
Recommended for:Romantic getaway, tourists without a car, sightseeing, adventure seekers, girls getaway, age 55+, families with teenagers.
The perfect apartment in the perfect location
Guest: Barb
(Lambertville, NJ USA)
Date of Stay: 03/25/11
Review Submitted: 04/29/11
We chose this apartment because we lived in Paris for three years in the late 1990s just around the corner and wanted to be in our old neighborhood. What we found when we arrived was the most wonderful apartment, beautifully decorated, with the most thoughtful attention to detail. There were flashlights on the tables on both sides of the bed; there were loads of guidebooks and maps and books on Paris on the bookshelves; there was pen and paper on the desk; the kitchen was extremely well equipped; the furniture was ample and comfortable; Alex`s instructions and information were extremely helpful. And to top it off the living room has the greatest collection of Art Deco pieces, art and books imaginable. A great plus was Mona, an American who takes care of the apartment for Alex and who greeted us on our arrival with cheeses, wine, flowers, baguette, etc. and was always available for help and advice. And the neighborhood! Within a short walk is a small supermarket, quality patisseries, several stores with excellent ready made food to bring home, several restaurants, stops for two good bus routes, the Metro, and Avenue Henri Martin, one of the most elegant streets in Paris which ends at the Trocadero across from the Eiffel Tower Nearby there are also several museums and the great huge park at the edge of the city, the Bois de Boulogne. We would make one recommendation to future travellers. Every Wednesday and Saturday mornings an extraordinary outdoor food market is held about half a mile from the apartment on Avenue President Wilson, between Place iena and Place Alma Marceau. Don`t miss it!. If you can get a reservation, take the opportunity to stay at Alex`s apartment. It will greatly enhance your Paris vacation.
Recommended for:Romantic getaway, tourists without a car, sightseeing, age 55+.
What we always wanted in Paris
Guest: Jimmy Downtown
(Phila., PA USA)
Date of Stay: 04/27/11
Review Submitted: 04/28/11
If anything, the property exceeded our fondest hopes, and was even prettier than the photos. All the conveniences of a home away from home, a great location, quiet but near anything you want. Not for those unfamiliar with simple French, since it's a very "local" area, not an area in which English or other languages are spoken widely. The owner's housekeeper is most helpful, lots of great neighborhood shops and restaurants, close to both bus and Metro stops...al in all, a wonderful experience.
Recommended for:Romantic getaway, tourists without a car, sightseeing, age 55+.
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