Le Château Saint-Germain - Location, Luxury, Stunning!
- Minimum stay:Contact manager
- Internet:Yes
- Pets allowed:No
- Wheel chair accessible:No
Le Château Saint-Germain is an elegant and luxurious three-bedroom/three-bath apartment (or two-bedroom with separate studio) located in the very heart of the Saint-Germain-des-Prés district of Paris with a view on the Abbey of Saint-Germain-des-Prés and steps from the liveliest part of the quartier. Visitors to Paris who are lucky enough to make themselves at home here will be talking about their delightful stay for years to come and return as often as they can.
This gem will appeal to those looking for 3 separate bedrooms, each with it's own ensuite bathroom. The apartment can also be separated into a 2 bedroom unit plus a self contained studio. Each room is like a private hotel room with bathroom, full length mirror and blow dryer.
Located on the second floor (European, third floor American) of a 17th-century Hôtel Particulier (townhouse), the spacious rooms wrap around a central courtyard affording windows on all sides of the apartment with views of three streets and the courtyard. The apartment was renovated within the last few years and no detail was spared. Upon entering the foyer, you may choose to turn left to enter the open living room/dining room/kitchen, positioned on two living levels, adorned by columns, an 18th century stone fireplace, tall windows and a state-of-the-art contemporary kitchen. Furnishings are antique and elegant, but inviting, friendly and comfortable.
The all encompassing and spacious central core of the apartment is where everyone will want to be -- equipped with a large flat-screen TV, DVD player, high-speed Internet with Wi-Fi, IPOD dock (that can also be connected to your computer), fireplace and open kitchen where a full buffet can be served from the long butcher-block island. It's a perfect venue for entertaining and relaxing after a long day of sightseeing in the City of Light.
At one end of the dining room which comfortably seats eight, an original painted portrait of the "lady of the manor" by American artist in Paris Kathy Burke, hangs in honor of the owner with an amused eye on her happy guests. From the portrait, to the left down the stone-walled corridor, you will find a luxurious suite with twin beds which convert to one king-sized bed, a shower, toilet, deep open bathtub with hand-held shower, heated towel rack and vanity with sink. Its windows overlook the courtyard for full calm and privacy.
On the opposite corner of the living room, an original 17th-century door leads you to the suite whose hand-carved woodwork and curved wall was discovered during the complete renovation of the apartment. From the windows on both sides of the room, you have a perfect view of the Benedictine Abbey of Saint-Germain-des-Prés and all down rue de l'Abbaye. Light pours in these windows onto the golden tones of the boudoir's decor of antique furnishings and Provençal fabrics. A contemporary shower with toilet and heated towel rack is adjacent and an additional antique sink/vanity accents the feminine room.
From the foyer, if you turn right from the main entrance, you find a laundry room with washer/dryer and further down the hall, the third bedroom suite. This part of the apartment can be an independent studio with an entrance direct to the main stairwell of the building. It has a full bathroom adjacent to it which is also accessible from the foyer with a shower, toilet, antique wash basin and large window overlooking the side street of rue de l'Echaudé. This is a perfect spot for a couple or kids who want their own TV and entertainment center and separate entrance. The Queen bed can be separated into 2 twins.
Le Château Saint-Germain affords an authentic spirit of the City of Paris and of this particular spot on the Left Bank, where history is oozing from its cobblestoned narrow ancient streets. You will revel in every minute of your stay in such a beautiful and elegant "home-away-from home."
The Area Around Saint-Germain-de-Prés
Saint-Germain-des-Prés is the city's most sought-after district by North American visitors. Centered around the church of the former Abbey of Saint-Germain-des-Prés, it is home to a number of famous cafés, such as Les Deux Magots, Brasserie Lipp and Café de Flore and was the center of the existentialist movement, associated with Jean-Paul Sartre and Simone de Beauvoir. From this part of the 6th arrondissement, most of Paris' most important sights are within walking distance.
Le Château Saint-Germain overlooks the Benedictine Abbey of Saint-Germain-des-Prés, which at one time was just beyond the outskirts of early medieval Paris, and was the burial place of Merovingian kings of Nutria. The 37-meter long rue de Bourbon-le-Château, has been in Paris since 1610, when it was opened as a short-cut between the Porte Buci and the entry door of the Abbey in the rue de l'Echaudé. Rues de Buci and Seine, just steps away are two of the district's primary market and gathering places, with cafés, restaurants, shops and fresh food markets in abundance.
Designer shops are within steps of the apartment -- Louis Vuitton, Dior, Armani and Sonya Rykiel are at home here, to name just a few. Many of the city's finest art galleries line the nearby Left Bank streets. Just one block from the apartment is an olympic-size indoor public swimming pool (at 12, rue Lobineau) and you are just two blocks from the River Seine to easily cross to the Right Bank.
The district is every visitor's dream -- with everything you could ever need or desire within reach...the city of Paris and all its best entertainment at your doorstep.
Transportation:
Métro: Mabillon Line#10, Odéon Lines #4 and 10, Saint-Germain-des-Prés Line #4
Bus Lines: #39, #58, #63, #70, #86, #87, #95, #96
Keywords: Apartment
Property Type
- Apartment
Accommodation Type
- Vacation Rental
Suitability
- Non Smoking Only
- Pets Not Allowed
Bedrooms: 3 Bedrooms, Sleeps 6, Beds for 6
Kitchen & Dining
- Cooking Utensils
- Dishwasher
- Kitchen
- Microwave
Amenities
- Washing Machine
- Air Conditioning
- Clothes Dryer
- Linens Provided
Other Amenities
- Salon quality hairdryers.
Entertainment
- VCR
- CD Player
- Video Library
Communications
- Broadband Access
- Free Long Distance
- Wireless Internet
Location & View
- Monument View
Activities
- Sight Seeing
- Shopping
- Fitness Center
- Swimming
- Cycling
- Antiquing
- Live Theater
- Cinemas
- Health/Beauty Spa
- Museums
- Restaurants
Other Activities
- Spa across the street.
Reviews
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Beautiful
Beautiful
- Guest jmb
- Date of stay 02/15/13
- Review Submitted 02/26/13
This apartment was absolutely perfect for us. Great gathering area, plus privacy when you needed it. The area could not be better, with numerous restaurants and shops minutes away. The apartment manager was very helpful and was available to solve any problem. We would not hesitate to return.Recommended for: Tourists without a car, families with teenagers, age 55+, romantic getaway, girls getaway, sightseeing.
Owner response: Thank you Julie! We hope you come back and see us again! Annalee
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Wonderful Paris experience!!
Wonderful Paris experience!!
- Guest Paula and Lonnie
- Date of stay 10/02/12
- Review Submitted 10/17/12
Annalee, we wanted to let you know how much we enjoyed your little piece of Paris heaven. It was our second visit to the city and we just loved everything the apartment had to offer. We were with two other couples who are life long friends and it was perfect for us. We all had our own space and loved the common living/dining/kitchen areas to share. The neighborhood is so lively and wonderful. We had everything we needed right around the corner from us and we took advantage of all of it. It truly was the best of everything that Paris has to offer. We loved all the cafes, the shopping, the sites, metro stop around the corner, I could go on and on. Anyone looking for a true Paris experience need look no further. We hope to visit again and would love to stay with you again. Warm regards, Paula and Larry, USARecommended for: Tourists without a car, adventure seekers, age 55+, romantic getaway, girls getaway, sightseeing.
Owner response: Thank you Paula and Larry! Don’t stop... I want to hear more! I am so thrilled that you loved your stay so much! It is a truly special place and made more special with each wonderful guest like yourself! Come back any time! Annalee
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Beyond Words!!
Beyond Words!!
- Guest Darra R.
- Date of stay 09/23/12
- Review Submitted 10/04/12
After searching for the perfect Paris apartment fora girls 50th get away, we decided upon this apartment. It was AMAZING!! Dripping in luxury, yet still providing a home away from home feeling. Three bedrooms, each with ensuite bathroom, rarely found in Paris, provided all of us with enough space and privacy. Located in the heart of St. Germain Des Pres, you are literally steps away from amazing restaurants, cafes, shopping and nightlife. Also a great walk to the Louvre via the locks of love, and Notre Dame, latin quater, st. sulpice, and more. Simply put, I would never ever stay anywhere but here in Paris!!! Also the owner, Annalee was very nice and helpful via email and telephone. Thank you Annalee, I wish I was at 6 Rue Bourbon Le Chateau right now!!!!!Owner response: Thank you Darra! It was a pleasure having you as a guest! Please come back any time! Annalee
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Our Perfect Paris Vacation
Our Perfect Paris Vacation
- Guest Susie
- Date of stay 08/22/12
- Review Submitted 09/10/12
The apartment was beautiful, and the pictures don't do it justice. Loved being able to open the windows and ahhh....We loved the location, so close to musuems, cafes and shops. Every morning my husband would walk to the pateressie and get fresh croissants, a perfect way to start our day. We were able to walk everywhere, such as the Louvre, Notre Dame, St. Suplice. We couldn't of picked a better place to stay. Would highly recommend it, and want to return. This trip was to celebrate our anniversary, and I will never forget it.Recommended for: Tourists without a car, families with teenagers, girls getaway, sightseeing, people with disabilities.
Owner response: Hi Scott! So glad you had such a wonderful time! Please come back any time! We love having wonderful guests like yourselves stay with us. Annalee
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Heaven Central in Paris
Heaven Central in Paris
- Guest Peter
- Date of stay 06/28/12
- Review Submitted 07/30/12
What a stunning apartment so centrally located a stone's throw from the Rue de Buci on the Left Bank. Every imaginable amenity and facitity to make 4 to 6 people feel cossetted and spoilt. Beautifully furnished. The welcoming manager was efficient and friendly with fluent English. We will certainly be back!Recommended for: Tourists without a car, families with teenagers, age 55+, girls getaway.
Owner response: Hi Peter, So glad you enjoyed your stay so much! Come back any time! We loved having you as our guests! Annalee
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Don't even think about staying anywhere else!
Don't even think about staying anywhere else!
- Guest Amy L.
- Date of stay 06/02/12
- Review Submitted 07/25/12
We stayed in this beautiful apartment for a week with our four children (9yrs - 19yrs). The location is wonderful and the apartment is charming and comfortable. Easy access to the metro and a market and boulangerie just up the street are just two of the things that make this apartment an ideal base for the perfect week (or two!!) in Paris. We would stay here again (and indeed hope to!) in a heartbeat. Annalee, the new tile mosaic work is even more beautiful than in the photos you sent! Thanks so much for sharing your wonderful spot with us!!Owner response: Thank you Amy! and everyone who has left us such glowing reviews! We try very hard to make your holiday the best it can be starting with the perfect location! So glad that you had a wonderful time....come back! Best wishes, Annalee
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The perfect apartment in the best part of Paris
The perfect apartment in the best part of Paris
- Guest JCK
- Date of stay 07/11/12
- Review Submitted 07/23/12
In the week we spent in Paris (our 9th visit) none of us could think of what we would change about this lovely, perfectly located apartment. I am almost reluctant to say how nice it was for fear that it will always be booked in the future!Recommended for: Tourists without a car, families with teenagers, romantic getaway, girls getaway, sightseeing.
Owner response: Hi Joe, That is so nice of you to say! So glad that you enjoyed your visit so much! I agree with you! It is a truly special place in Paris. Come back any time! We look forward to such wonderful guests as yourselves. Annalee
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Wonderful condo in the Left Bank
Wonderful condo in the Left Bank
- Guest te160
- Date of stay 06/11/12
- Review Submitted 07/01/12
There were 6 of us staying in the condo. The condo for 3 couples was wonderful as we all had our own private suite with bathroom ensuite. The furnishings were exemplary and there was not a detail that hadn't been attended to. The condo is warm, inviting,bright and comfortable...the pictures do not do it justice.The location is prime on the Left Bank. Restaurants and shopping all within walking distance. Staying in the condo for 5 days made our vacation in Paris perfect. We can't wait to go back.Recommended for: Tourists without a car, families with teenagers, adventure seekers, age 55+, romantic getaway, girls getaway, sightseeing.
Owner response: Thank you Terri, Always wonderful to have such lovely guests! So glad that you enjoyed your stay. Come back any time! Annalee
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Excellent stay in Paris!
Excellent stay in Paris!
- Guest pataquinn
- Date of stay 04/22/12
- Review Submitted 05/19/12
The location of this apartment is excellent!! There were 3 adult couples staying in this lovely Paris apartment, and we all agreed it was beautifully furnished with plenty of room for us all. Each couple had their own bedroom with bath...and an open floor plan for the living space. Would highly recommend this apartment.....and the owner is very response to all requests!!Owner response: Hi Pat, Thank you for your lovely review! Please come back anytime! So glad that you enjoyed your stay with us so much! Annalee
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A Perfect Stay
A Perfect Stay
- Guest Robyn
- Date of stay 08/25/11
- Review Submitted 10/20/11
As three couples, we enjoyed a wonderful 8 days stay in this apartment. The layout allowed us plenty of room to move about, the decor was delightful, the kitchen well equipped and washer/dryer very convenient and easy to use. The distict really is every visitors dream. Everything we needed to self-cater was no more than one or two streets away - Carrefour, boulangeries, patisseries, charcuteries,chocolate shops, corner cafes, bars and restaurants. We became regular visitors to the wine store downstairs - La Derniere Goutte and loved coming home every evening to our neighbourhood to relax after a busy day of sightseeing. We would return in a heartbeat.Recommended for: Tourists without a car, families with teenagers, age 55+, girls getaway, sightseeing.
Owner response: Thank you Graham and Robyn for your wonderful comments! So glad that you liked your stay! Come back any time! We love our happy guests! Annalee
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Rates
3,000.00 euros to 5,500.00 euros per week. Low Season ... August, Beginning December, Jan 15th till Feb 28th. Highest season, Thanksgiving, Christmas, New Years.
Note: Until confirmed, rates are subject to change without notice.
This owner accepts: Credit cards.
Call the owner directly to confirm reservation details and pay with an approved method (credit card, check, or bank transfer), to protect your payment up to $1,000.
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Why Paris Arrondissement 6:
I fell in love with the wonderful location of this apartment years before owning there. Apartments for sale are rare in this area so when one became available I had to see it. It had been stripped of all its charm by the previous owners and neglected but the bones were incredible... Huge windows on three sides..open airy feel..High ceilings.... spectacular view of Abbey. Location Location Location... Near les Deux Magots cafe, Lipp, Cafe Flore and the new Costes restaurant... Dior, Armani... and a cornucopia of small reasonable boutiques ea with their own unique style..
Paradise...
The Unique Benefits at this Apartment:
It is in the hippest area of Paris, with all the action of the rue de Buci around the corner but quiet since it is on a no traffic little well lit side street. An famous cafe on the corner.. the Chai l'Abbey... the perfect place for your breakfast or afternoon drink.
The best wine store in Paris at your feet. A fabulous spa across the street...One of the more famous friperies (high end gently used clothing) at your door... where you can find that Hermes bag or amazing designer coat and be sooo French. You are near the Siene river, near the Pont Neuf, the Musee d'Orsey, the Louvre, The Rodin museum. The Bon Marche department store.... total luxury. A visit to their epicurean center a must.
Many famous cafes that Hemingway frequented: Flore, Lipp and Les Deux Magot. Not far from Shakespeare and Co... English bookstore that still looks like it did just post war...Was modelled after Sylvia Beaches original store that Hemingway, Fitzgerald and James Joyce frequented in their Paris days... It is walking distance to most things of importance.. Notra Dame Cathedral... The list goes on and on.. an indoor public pool a block away... fresh fruit markets.. Two Metro stations St. Germain and Mabillion. You can get on at the St. Germain stop and go directly to Clignoncourt antique markets like Paul Bert. There is a taxi stand a few steps from the door with a constant flow of taxis..rare in Paris.. The area is safe and well lit.
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Main salon looking into corner bedroom
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Fireplace
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Kitchen
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corner bedroom with original 18th century woodwork
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sink in corner bedroom
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Courtyard bedroom with kings size bed split into two single beds and bathroom
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Studio bedroom
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view from corner bedroom
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dining area
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Main salon
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main salon and front windows
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18th century woodwork in corner bedroom
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hallway and courtyard bedroom with king size bed.
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bath courtyard...
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Studio Bathroom
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One block away.. Les Deux Magots, Cafe Flore and Costes’ new restaurant SOCIETE.
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