Location: Paris Arrondissement 5, Paris, Ile-de-France (Paris Area), France, Europe (Few Yards from Parc Du Luxembourg) View Map
Accommodations: Apartment, 2 Bedrooms + Convertible bed(s), 1 Bath (Sleeps 4-6)
Keywords: Apartment, flat, 2 BR
This luxury apartment is on the second US floor ( one floor up from the street) accessible with an elevator. It has been decorated with taste and attention to details.
The property has 4 separated rooms plus kitchen, a bathroom and a toilet. The main bedroom has a queen bed and the second bedroom has a full bed. There is an elegant living room with a large flat screen TV and a comfortable sofa. Next to it, the fourth room is a dining room with a table big enough for 10 guests. The modern kitchen is fully equipped. It has a large stove. The bathroom is modern and very pleasant to use..
You can go to from one bedroom to any room without disturbing the persons in the other bedroom.
According to Parisians, its location is the most pleasant district of Paris, the 5th arrondissement. What do you think about having a view on the Val de Grace church, and cruising in rue Mouffetard and Rue Monge, known for their typical markets and Parisian atmosphere, and next to Luxembourg garden.
It felt like a real neighborhood, away from most of the tourist spots, but within close proximity to everything. We found some wonderful restaurants along Rue Saint Jacques, Blvd. Montparnasse, Rue Vavin, and around the Luxembourg Gardens.
The Val de grace, which is few yards away, is a Military Hospital built in the XVII° century and offers the second nicest church and "Dôme" of Paris after the Invalides. It is in a very nice area, with the Luxembourg Garden, Pantheon and Sorbonne all less than 5 minutes away.
A seven-minute walk south then right on the boulevard du Montparnasse and then past the Vavin Metro stop takes you to a bustling area of up-scale cafés and creperies. Several of the cafés are historically famous, and were frequented by Hemingway, Chagall, Matisse, and Picasso. The café Closerie des Lilas, at the corner of boulevard du Montparnasse and boulevard St-Michel, is where Hemingway penned "The Sun Also Rises" in a mere two weeks. This area really comes alive late at night.
The fresh food market on Blvd. Port Royal is friendly and full of seasonal fruits and vegetables as well as game and all kinds of cheese. There is also a wonderful boucherie just off Rue St. Jacques and Blvd. Port Royal as well as Rue Val de Grace.
Vacation Rental Features
- Amenities
- Air Conditioning : portable A/C available in case of heat
- Linens Provided
- Elevator
- Washer
- Dryer
- Off Street Parking : easy parking on the street
- Beds
- Queen Bed
- Double Bed
- Convertible Bed
- Entertainment
- Cable/Satellite TV
- DVD
- Video Library : many DVD movies are available to guests
- CD Player
- Stereo System
- Music Library
- Kitchen
- Full Kitchen
- Cooking Utensils Provided
- Refrigerator
- Dishwasher
- Microwave
- View/Location
- Monument View : View of the beautiful Val de Grace
- Communications
- Telephone
- Free Long Distance
- Computer
- Broadband Internet
- WiFi (Wireless Internet)
- Suitability
- No Pets Allowed
- Activities
- Tennis
- Shopping
- Biking
- Health/Beauty Spa
- Antiquing
- Live Theatre
- Restaurants
- Fitness Center/Gym
- Cinemas/Movie Theaters
- Museums
- Other Activities
- Everything Paris can offer!
Rate Details (In US Dollars)
• Jan 06 - Mar 09 ..$2290/week..$415/night
• Mar 10 - Oct 31 ..$2490/week..$450/night
. Nov 01 - Dec 16 ..$2290/week..$415/night
. Dec 17 - Jan 05 ..$2490/week..$470/night
• Rentals of less than a week are subject to $110 Cleaning Fee.
• Payment can be made in any currency
• Damage deposit of $800 required
Note: Until confirmed, rates are subject to change without notice.
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Map & Owner's Profile
Luxury Apartment - Jardin Du Luxembourg - Quartier Latin
Year Purchased: 1995
Why the Owner Chose Paris Arrondissement 5
This is to me the most beautiful area of Paris. Quiet and Elegant, this neighborhood has always kept me in love with Paris.
The apartment is few yards from the extraordinary parc of Luxembourg.
Owner's Map of Paris Arrondissement 5
We are a french and parisian couple and we would love having the pleasure to have you living in our apartment and its wonderful neighborhood
Property Photos
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- living room - Paris Apartment with Central Location
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- the comfortable living room - Paris Apartment with Central Location
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- dining room - Paris Apartment with Central Location
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- another picture of the luxurious dining room
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- clean and well decorated
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- High ceilings and fresh feelings
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- main bedroom
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- the second bedroom
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- the second bedroom
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- bathroom
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- details of the bathroom
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- details of the kitchen
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- View of the building-apt on the 2nd floor
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- the street of the apartment
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- and for sure, the so beautiful parc of Luxembourg!
Traveler Reviews (24)
Great location from which to visit Paris
Guest: Mike
(San Antonio, TX, USA)
Date of Stay: 12/27/11
Review Submitted: 01/10/12
As a family of five experiencing Europe for the first time, this apartment did not dissappoint. Josette met us at the apartment and patiently walked us through the unit, answering all of our questions along the way. She even assisted us in arranging transportation from and to the airport. She also provided us with restaurant recommendations and directions to the grocery stores. The location was great, with lots of restaruants and shops nearby. We felt very safe and comfortable with the neighborhood and often went out for walks at night. Given the December weather, on some days we utilized the Metro to get around and from the Port Royal station, which is very close to the apartment, we could very easily get to any location in Paris. The apartment provided our two teenagers and 20 year old with enough space for their winding down time at the end of a busy day touring Paris. The wireless internet and computer worked very well and we were able to keep up with things back home. The TV and wonderful collection of DVDs provided us with night time entertainment. The kitchen allowed us to have breakfast in the morning before our daily departure and provided us with the flexibility of being able to eat in if we decided to do so. The unit was very clean and well furnished and equipped. The photos accurately reflect the apartment's appearance and amenities. We would recommend this property to anyone with a group/family of 5 to 6.
Recommended for:Girls getaway, sightseeing, families with young children, romantic getaway, age 55+, families with teenagers, tourists without a car.
AMAZING!
Guest: Lisa
(Seattle)
Date of Stay: 10/30/11
Review Submitted: 11/09/11
The apartment was beautiful and well decorated Josettte even brought a crib for our young child. The location was perfect being close to two metros and within walking distance of so many sights as well as easy acsess to food. We especially loved the wine store Barrecca across the street and the bakery downstairs. We had our parents and baby with us and there was plenty of room but I could also see renting this apartment as just a couple seeking a romantic getaway. The shower room is gorgeous, I want my bath at home to be like this. Josette and her husband were super friendly, helpful and very easy to get ahold of. Dealing with Josette is a delight!
Recommended for:Adventure seekers, girls getaway, sightseeing, families with young children, romantic getaway, age 55+, families with teenagers.
We loved this charming, comfortable apartment!
Guest: three New Jersey teachers
(New Jersey, USA)
Date of Stay: 06/25/11
Review Submitted: 08/15/11
We would wholeheartedly recommend this flat! We are three 50+ women who stayed in Josette's apartment the last week in June. Josette met us the day we arrived and greeted us warmly, leaving us with a delicious brioche, bread and fresh fruit. When she found out that one of us was going to be sleeping on the couch, she and her husband, Jean-Marie returned with a portable bed and set it up in the dining room. The apartment looks just like the pictures; it is beautifully decorated, charming and very clean. It has many conveniences such as a well-stocked kitchen, extra towels, adapters for the plugs, information on Paris, movies, etc. We were surprised and pleased to discover we could call home to the US for no charge. We also made good use of the computer to find restaurants and print out walking maps of where we needed to go. The flat is in a fairly quiet neighborhood with a metro stop a block away. We walked to many of the places we visited including Notre Dame, the Louvre, the Marais district, etc. It was so nice to come back to our lovely, comfortable apartment at the end of our busy days. We are grateful to Josette and Jean-Marie for going out of their way to make our stay as comfortable as possible. They went above and beyond to help us out. We will recommend this apartment to family and friends.
Recommended for:Girls getaway, romantic getaway, age 55+, tourists without a car.
Beautiful Apartment, Great Location
Guest: Karen
(Chicago, IL)
Date of Stay: 06/06/11
Review Submitted: 06/27/11
We are a family of four who stayed in this apartment the second week of June. We found it to be exactly as pictured and described. We were able to walk to many things, including the beautiful Luxembourg Gardens and patisseries and grocery stores in the area. It was close to the Metro when we needed to take that. Because this was the first time we'd rented an apartment in Paris, I was concerned about the lack of a concierge to help us. There was no problem, however. Josette arranged our transportation to and from the airport and was available by email. We also used to computer bo get information and to make reservations and buy tickets on line. The kitchen was fully equiped and the apartment had all the amenities of home. I've recommended it to many of my friends.
Recommended for:Girls getaway, sightseeing, romantic getaway, age 55+, families with teenagers, tourists without a car.
We Loved This Place And Would Stay There Again
Guest: Bob
(Columbus, Ohio)
Date of Stay: 04/29/11
Review Submitted: 05/15/11
We stayed in this lovely place for 8 days, and it was just perfect. The apartment offers everything that a visitor to Paris could possibly want. It is in a superb location -- on a picturesque street, next to a bakery and across the street from a fine boucherie and an excellent wine shop, with many good restaurants nearby, a Metro station only two blocks away, and the beautiful Luxembourg Gardens a short stroll away. We quickly fell into the habit of beginning our days with pastries from the bakery next door, eaten as we walked to that day's first destination, and ending our days with a glass of wine from the wine shop across the street. The apartment itself was spotless and decorated in a memorable continental style. The two bedrooms are good-sized, there is plenty of closet space, and a third person can (and in our case, did) easily sleep on the wide sofa in the living room. The apartment offers a desktop computer with internet, wireless for those who bring their laptop as we did, and a TV-DVR set up with a huge cache of DVD movies. There is a bright kitchen that is equipped with every utensil you might need (including the essential corkscrew), and a dining room with table that we used one night for an eat-in dinner (featuring pate, cheese, wine and baguettes we bought in the neighborhood) and on other evenings as the location for late-night card games. There also is a handy washer and dryer which we used, and the bathroom has plenty of hot water. The windows open and, during the early May days of our stay, provided a refreshing breeze and street sounds of the students and families walking past. In short, this place was charming, wonderful, gave a real taste of what it would be like to live in Paris, and greatly exceeded my expectations. I also want to mention that the owners, Josette and her husband, were incredibly nice, accommodating people. They came over to show us how to work the TV-DVR set up and the washer and dryer, were quite conversant in English, and provided very useful information on places to eat, places to shop, and places to exchange currency at the most favorable rates. I would recommend this place to anyone. It was just terrific, and has made us into big fans of vrbo.com.
Recommended for:Girls getaway, sightseeing, families with young children, romantic getaway, age 55+, families with teenagers, tourists without a car.
Wonderful Place and Exceptional Hosts!!
Guest: Chris
(New York City)
Date of Stay: 10/14/10
Review Submitted: 03/26/11
Our stay in Paris could not have been better. We were a family of four with two boys, 8 and 10. We do quite a bit of traveling with and without the kids. This being said, we’re very particular about the locations we visit and the places we stay. This trip was longer than most, since we were away for 3 months. Josette and Jean Marie's place offers more than what meets the eye on the VRBO site. It has all of the comforts of home, and then some. The kitchen is fully stocked with everything needed to cook for the family or to entertain guests. Each of the bedrooms have a large chest and drawers for storing your belongings. The spacious living and dining rooms are cozy areas to kick back and relax after a day of sightseeing. Most importantly, the true value of your stay here, has to go to your hosts. Josette and Jean Marie are wonderful. They will do everything in their power to make sure your stay with them is nothing short of spectacular. I’m looking forward to seeing them again...hopefully in the not so distant future.
Recommended for:Girls getaway, sightseeing, families with young children, people with disabilities, age 55+, families with teenagers, tourists without a car.
Great!
Guest: Big Al
(Boston, USA)
Date of Stay: 08/22/10
Review Submitted: 11/23/10
In August, my wife and I spent a great week at Josette's apartment on Val de Grace with our son, daughter-in-law and their 7 and 11 year old children. The apartment is lovely and just a short walk to the Luxembourg Gardens - that was a real highlight for the kids. The apartment was lovely -- furnishings were lovely and comfortable - the washer and dishwasher were European size but top quality and the bath was luxurious (the separate toilet room was also European size but the 6 of us managed) and the TV-entertainment center was top notch. With 6 of us it was tight and we were concerned that 2 American kids would break some of the lovely artifacts, but it all went well. Josette also has a great collection of French DVD movies and interesting books, along with lots of guides to Paris. Josette herself is the best part - so helpful. If we had trouble figuring out the HDTV or the washing machine, we picked up the phone and she came right over. She was there to greet us when we arrived and left our luggage, and she helped us get a reasonable rate for the six of us and lots of luggage to get back to the airport. It was just so nice to be personal guests in her flat. If we get back to Paris again, we would choose to stay there (although with not more than four persons.
Recommended for:Sightseeing, families with young children, age 55+, families with teenagers, tourists without a car.
The "Perfect Place" with wonderful hostess
Guest: Joel
(Torrance, California USA)
Date of Stay: 08/01/10
Review Submitted: 08/27/10
We stayed two weeks in this well appointed and located apartment. You are very close to the Port Royal RER station, and a brief walk to metro stations. Everything you need is in the apartment, computer, televisions, DVD players, iPod players, washer, dryer, pots, pans, plates, linens etc. The apartment is also close to restaurants, grocery stores, retail shops, and the most beautiful park in Paris. Josette and her husband were the perfect hosts and went above and beyond to make sure we had a great time. The apartment looks just like the photographs but is actually a little larger than it appears. There was more than enough room for the four of us. I highly recommend Josettes' apartment if you are considering staying in the 5th district, an area of Paris that is overloaded with charm and adventure around every corner. Make sure you wander Rue Mouefftard when you stay here, it will not disappoint.
Recommended for:Adventure seekers, sightseeing, families with young children, families with teenagers, tourists without a car.
Outstanding
Guest: A Canadian Traveler
(Calgary, Alberta)
Date of Stay: 06/28/10
Review Submitted: 07/24/10
We stayed here on our recent trip through France and Italy. The apartment is beautiful and sits in the Latin Quarter, very close to everything. The apartment is very well appointed and includes all amenities for the traveler. The espresso machine is a wonderful touch and was well used! Josette is a gracious host. Both her and her husband were readily available for any need. Downstairs just outside the main door is a patisserie and a fresh butcher shop. Metro is a short walk away, linking you to all of Paris. A strong recommendation to anyone interested in staying in this part of Paris. We would definitely go back
Recommended for:Sightseeing, families with young children, romantic getaway, families with teenagers, tourists without a car.
Great stay, charming apartment, wonderful hosts
Guest: George
(Madison, WI)
Date of Stay: 05/20/10
Review Submitted: 06/22/10
Our stay at the apartment was fantastic! The place was beautifully decorated with lots of interesting books up in the dining room. It was very clean and well maintained. The beds were very comfortable and the pictures on the website truly reflect the beautiful style of the apartment. We took advantage of the kitchen and all the DVD movies that were available in the apartment. The location was perfect for us, as we were close to Jardin du Luxemborg and two RER B lines which made getting around Paris a breeze. We got well acquainted with the neighborhhood food shops, including the bakery, wine, butcher and grocery store all within about a 3 minute walk from the apartment! Josette and her husband were so gracious to even arrange a private car to pick us up at the airport and met us at the apartment to show us around. She was so kind as to also arrange for us to have a taxi on our last day back to the airport, and met us to say goodbye that day as well. Thank you so much for a wonderful vacation in Paris and for your wonderful apartment and service to your guests! As my father in law on our trip said, it's not a matter of if we'll return to your apartment but when...
Recommended for:Girls getaway, sightseeing, families with young children, romantic getaway, age 55+, tourists without a car.
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