Living Room Area From Dining Area/Ancient wooden beams
Location: Paris Arrondissement 4, Paris, Ile-de-France (Paris Area), France, Europe (On Ile St. Louis, One of the Two Central Islands of Paris) View Map
Accommodations: Vacation Apartment, 1 Bedroom + Convertible bed(s), 1 Bath (Sleeps 2-4)
Ile St. Louis, an island in the very heart of Paris, is along with neighboring Ile de la Cité (home of Notre Dame Cathedral) the oldest part of the city. As this island is quite self-contained, with arrays of old and charming buildings to sightsee, grocery stores, restaurants, bakeries, pastry shops, antique shops and so on, it is quite possible to remain on the island for the whole vacation stay and enjoy every minute of it.
But of course, it is very easy to walk to the "mainland", as the islanders like to refer to it, since there are five short bridges at various points directly to the Marais district, the Latin Quarter and to Ile de la Cité as well. The apartment was recently renovated and has one bedroom; sliding wood doors can easily be used to cordon off the bedroom or they can be slid aside to create a large, eye-catching open space. It can take in 4 people as there is a sofa bed in the living room as well but it would be best for 2 people.
The apartment is approximately 500 square feet with ceilings at a height of 3 meters (close to 10 feet). It is on the 2nd floor (3rd American) and there is only one apartment per floor. With this fact and its' location on a charming and quiet side street (a number of cinema films have been made on this street, Rue Budé), off the main thoroughfare of the island (Rue St. Louis en Ile), a serene living experience can be had.
The renovation was done with the idea of creating a most comfortable and luxurious living space while retaining as much as possible all the original 17th century details. The kitchen is fully equipped with granite-counter tops, full back-splashes and undermount sink. The bathroom has a large soaking tub with two shower heads and waterfall spout and walls tiled with stone pebbles. The WC adjacent to the bathroom has its' own entrances and can be used separately. Air conditioning is also available.
Ile St. Louis is not only blessed by having a central location to most, if not all, the interesting sights in Paris but is also conveniently nearby the public transportation stations at St. Paul (Line #1 which goes horizontally across central Paris), Pont Marie (Line #7 which goes vertically North and South of Paris, from beyond Opera to South, past Place D'Italie where Chinatown is located) as well as Cardinal Lemoine station (Line #10) and RER trains at the Notre Dame station on Ile de la Cite. The RER B train express from Charles De Gaule airport takes only about 35 minutes.
As an added feature, this apartment is maintained by professional management to ensure as much as possible a trouble-free environment for the renters and is available on call should any problems arise. At no extra charge, a greeter will meet you upon your arrival at the apartment and will show you around, on how to make use of the cable TV, kitchen appliances, heating system, washer/dryer, etc. and answer any questions you may have.
Vacation Rental Features
- Amenities
- Air Conditioning
- Washer
- Dryer: Separate vented dryer
- Linens Provided
- Off Street Parking
- Beds
- Queen Bed: Oversized Queen bed (160 cm)
- Convertible Bed
- Murphy Bed
- Entertainment
- Cable/Satellite TV: With Blu-Ray DVD player and iPod/FM speaker dock
- DVD
- CD Player
- Stereo System
- Kitchen
- Full Kitchen: Stove-top with two gas burners and two rapid-heat induction type burners. Large electric Oven. Full granite back-splashes and countertops.
- Cooking Utensils Provided
- Refrigerator: Separate full sized freezer
- Dishwasher: Full-size dishwasher
- Microwave
- Communications
- Telephone
- Free Long Distance: Free unlimited calls to USA/Canada, most of Europe and other parts of the world.
- Broadband Internet
- WiFi (Wireless Internet)
- Other Amenities
- Newly Renovated Apartment in Building Built in 1642 in the Heart of Paris. Beautiful Original Details; Exposed Wood Beams, Thick Stone Walls, High Ceilings, French Windows. Antique furnishings. Fireplace. Brand new plumbing system; always on, tank-less continuously hot water system, modern individually controlled radiators. On the second floor, one apartment per floor only!
- Suitability
- No Pets Allowed
- Smoking Not Allowed
- Activities (on site and nearby)
- Zoo/Wildlife Park
- Shopping
- Sightseeing
- Restaurants
- Swimming
- Antiquing
- Cinemas/Movie Theaters
- Live Theatre
- Museums
Rate Details (In Euros/US $)
€175/night...€1225/week
5 night minimum for above rate.
Rates above are for two people.
For 3-4 people, add 50 euros regardless length of stay.
€75 cleaning fee.
All other costs included.
Note: Until confirmed, rates are subject to change without notice.
Credit Cards Accepted:
Map & Owner's Profile
Experience Old Paris-Ile St. Louis / Built in 1642 - Renovated
Year Purchased: 2008
Why the Owner Chose Paris Arrondissement 4
When Baron Haussmann tore down and rebuilt much of Paris in the 1860's, he left few neighborhoods untouched. Almost the entire Ile St. Louis and certain swaths of the Marais district may be counted among the survivors. We bought the apartment as an unique opportunity to experience some of the last remaining aspects of 17th century Paris living.
Owner's Map of Paris Arrondissement 4
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Ile St. Louis 1 bedroom Paris Apartment on Rue Budé
Property Photos
- Living Room Area From Dining Area/Ancient wooden beams - Paris Vacation Apartment Near Sightseeing, Restaurants and Shopping
- Dining Area/Original "Poutres" (wood columns) form the Kitchen entrance - Paris Vacation Apartment Near Sightseeing, Restaurants and Shopping
- Kitchen/Granite Countertops,Old Rooster Chandelier, Cookpan from Alsace - Paris Vacation Apartment Near Sightseeing, Restaurants and Shopping
- Outside view from window, looking onto Rue Budé-The Seine is at end of street
- View of Notre Dame Cathedral at the end of the street (Rue Budé)
- Building Facade on Rue Budé; apartment is on 2nd floor behind planters
- Living Area with fireplace, 40" LCD TV, Sofa bed
- View From Bedroom area with one of two entrances to the bathroom
- Entrance/Foyer Area (2nd entrance to bathroom is left of black paneled closet)
- Wide view of Living room area
- A view from the kitchen area
- Living Area/Fire Place
- Queen size bed; adjoining is an office area and a closet
- Bedroom area with bed put up inside
- Bedroom can be cordoned off with panel doors
- Bathroom:separate washer & dryer behind curtain; WC accessable by two entrances
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