Very comfortable apartment. Ideally located

Guest: Michael (Melbourne, Australia)
Date of Stay: 01/11/12 Review Submitted: 01/22/12

This is the ideal apartment if you're looking for one that's well laid out, got all the conveniences, close to public transport (if you need it), got plenty of food and shopping nearby but is also quite and easy to access. Iwona was at the apartment to greet us when we arrived, which was.a nice touch. She ran us through the ins and outs of the apartment and said that if we had any issues we could call them immediately (we had no need to). Although the building itself is old, the apartment has been well and truly modernised and has all the conveniences such as washer/dryer, small but more than adequately equipped kitchen, cable TV, free Wi-Fi access etc. There's also a free phone service, even for international calls, if you follow the rules. Given the cost of intentional calls on a mobile phone, this was a nice touch, too. We split our dinners between half and half between dining in and dining out. Getting adequate supplies for dining in was an issue, not because there was limited or no choice but because here was so much of it. Within 100 metres of the apartment is everything you require to prepare a great meal. Others have commented about the elevator and the stairs. It's true that the elevator only starts from the first floor, so you will have to carry your luggage, and yourself after a day's tourist activities, up at least one flight of steps (and down when you leave). The stairs themselves are fine and posed no difficulties for us. We would happily recommend this apartment to anyone who was looking for a place to stay in this area of Paris.

Recommended for:Romantic getaway, tourists without a car, sightseeing.

Ottimo appartamento

Guest: mcc (roma)
Date of Stay: 01/03/12 Review Submitted: 01/13/12

Come sempre, sono molto felice di essere ritornata in Rue de Buci: molto bello l'appartamento, con tutte le comodità. E' un piacere uscire la mattina, ritrovarsi in piena Saint Germain, comprare il giornale ed andare a leggerlo da Paul bevendo un ottimo cioccolato caldo. La metro è ad un passo ed il supermercato chiude la sera alle 23,30. cosa si può volere di più? Splendidi e gentilissimi Federico e la moglie, che non smettono mai di sorprenderti con la loro continua disponibilità. Prenoterò da subito per il prossimo soggiorno a Parigi!!

Recommended for:

apartment near St. Germain

Guest: tonytina (El Cerrito, CA U.S.A.)
Date of Stay: 10/30/11 Review Submitted: 11/14/11

A bit difficult getting into the apartment, and tiny elevator goes only from second floor and stairs are quite narrow if one has much luggage. However, the apartment is very nice, clean, well equipped. Perfect if one intends to do some cooking, etc. The location is excellent, close to everything, including Metro. A lively, vibrant neighborhood but the apartment is very quiet! It would have been convenient if someone was there to answer questions (as at a front desk reception) though the owner was helpful, letting us know that we can call them anytime we have concerns.

Owner response:Dear Bill & Sonia, Thank you for your review. Just a couple of remarks: the elevator starts from the 1st french floor. Stairs are typical Paris town-center, not wide but not narrow either. You have to keep in mind that the building was built in 1690. Concerning check-in we always spend 30 to 45 minutes explaining our customers all the details about the flat and its equipment. We try to offer the best service, providing the maximum amount of details in the shortest possible time. We also provide a very detailed instruction booklet and, after check-in, we are available 24/24 by phone or e-mail for any question or problem which might occur.

Recommended for:Families with teenagers, romantic getaway, tourists without a car, adventure seekers, age 55+, girls getaway, sightseeing, families with young children.

The apt is truly a gem and so is dealing with the owner

Guest: Sandi (Palo Alto)
Date of Stay: 10/23/10 Review Submitted: 11/02/11

My husband & I just returned from a week in Paris Oct 2011. From the beginning dealing with Federico was a dream! He has everything planned out for your stay and the apartment reflects his care and professionalism in dealing with clients honestly. He checked us in early and spent so much time showing how to work each appliance & where everything is. Okay, now for the apartment. The apartment itself is roomy and yet cozy with every comfort & device you could ask for. It was soo quiet even though it's in the most fun area of Paris with loads of shops & restaurants. The only down side is once you're snuggled inside & you decide to do use the wi-fi to check your mail etc... you forget there's an incredible fun world right outside the door. Federico & Iwona - thanks for a fabulous stay!

Recommended for:Romantic getaway, tourists without a car, age 55+, girls getaway, sightseeing.

One week in October 2011

Guest: Bruce (Toronto, Ontario)
Date of Stay: 10/14/11 Review Submitted: 11/01/11

The location is excellent!! You can walk almost any where. Great restaurants and shopping nearby. All amenities were very good- very comfortable. Iowna was very good to wait patiently to check us in as we were late. We would definitely stay there again and recommend to all. Bruce and Sharon

Recommended for:Romantic getaway, adventure seekers, age 55+, girls getaway, sightseeing.

Great location!

Guest: Kathy (Brentwood, Ca, USA)
Date of Stay: 10/09/11 Review Submitted: 10/28/11

The apartment was wonderful. It was very quiet in the apartment, but once you walked out onto Rue De Buci you were in the heart of a vibrant neighborhood. The neighborhood has restaurants, bakeries, a farmer's market, a wine shop, a grocery store, boutique shops.... We could easily walk to many Paris attractions. It was such a fun place to stay. We definitely will be back. There's more Paris to see! Thanks, Federico, for sharing you beautiful place with us!

Recommended for:Tourists without a car, sightseeing, families with young children.

ideal place to rent in Paris

Guest: ilduco (vancouver,BC, Canada)
Date of Stay: 09/19/10 Review Submitted: 10/15/11

Ideal apartment for Paris: location on a lively, interesting street day and night: very well maintained; very clean; high quality appliances that work; helpful and responsive owners; many thoughtful touches for guests' comfort; and tastefully furnished. We would return without hesitation

Recommended for:Families with teenagers, romantic getaway, tourists without a car, age 55+, sightseeing.

Perfect apt and perfect location

Guest: linda (el segundo)
Date of Stay: 07/03/11 Review Submitted: 08/08/11

We had the pleasure to stay in this lovely apt for a whole week. It is just perfect. It was the perfect place to come home to after a long day of sightseeing. Federico and his family are wonderful and the apt has everything you need in a lovely, accessible to everything neighborhood. Everything was as promised and more. Hopefully, we will stay again when we return to Paris.

Recommended for:Families with teenagers, romantic getaway, tourists without a car, adventure seekers, girls getaway, sightseeing, families with young children.

Family of 4

Guest: Sophie (Loudoun County Virginia)
Date of Stay: 06/24/10 Review Submitted: 07/08/11

The flat was absolutely lovely and is definitely highly recommended! The owners Federico & Iwona were extremely helpful and accomodating. The flat was just as described and better than the photos. The pull out sofa was very comfortable. The kitchen was very well equipped for cooking, which we did alot of because Paris dining is quite expensive. We appreciated having the clothes washer/dryer combo included in the flat. Although the building is old, the flat is very modern, very efficiently designed and very clean. Guide books and phone service in the flat were an added plus. Although it was a few blocks from the Metro, the location in the Latin quarter and close proximity to a well stocked reasonably priced grocery could not have been any better. We always felt very secure in the area. The only thing that could have improved our stay would be fans due to the heat at night, but admittedly it was unseasonably warm during our stay and windows at either side of the flat allowed for a nice cross breeze. All of us (including our two teenagers) totally agreed that it was THE perfect place to stay while visiting Paris. We walked ALOT and made full use of the Paris Metro system. We were able see everything on our must list: Musee d'Orsay, Louvre, L'Orangerie, Saint Chappelle (stunning!), Eiffel Tower, Notre Dame, Champs d'Elysees cafe, Sacre d' Couere and surrounding area, Eiffel Tower and Versailles. One of my favorites was going to the top of the Arc d'Triumph at night to view the city. The only mistake we made was assuming the Metro passes we had purchased would work for the Versailles train - ouch! However, the Paris Museum Pass helped bypass many long lines at the sights and is also recommended.

Recommended for:Families with teenagers, romantic getaway, tourists without a car, adventure seekers, age 55+, girls getaway, sightseeing, families with young children.

Rue de Buci--An excellent place to stay in St. Germain de Pres

Guest: KR (California)
Date of Stay: 05/21/11 Review Submitted: 06/09/11

We stayed for six nights in May, 2011 in this perfect apartment. The listing was totally accurate as to the location. Even so we did not realize how well located it was until we actually stayed there. Many desired locations for both "tourist" sites and restaurants are easily walkable and there is excellent Metro access to two lines if it's too far to walk. The neighborhood is attractive, colorful, safe and entertaining. There are excellent markets for all kinds of food within a block of the apartment. We were able to easily bring in excellent "carry outs" of different food. The photos accurately show the apartment's virtues. It is clean and excellently maintained and equipped. Federico and Iwona were very helpful, answered all of our questions and arranged for the taxi to the airport. We felt that it was a perfect size and space for the two of us. We would definitely stay there again and we would recommend it without hesitation to family or friends. Our favorite restaurant in the neighborhood was FISH, less than one block away, but there are many restaurants of all categories that are an easy walk. Bustling bars,and outdoor cafes are everywhere. The Orsay and the Louvre are easy walks as well as the Cluny, Maillot, Luxembourg Garden, the De la Croix Museum, Notre Dame and St Chapelle . There are many art galleries in the area.

Recommended for:Families with teenagers, tourists without a car, age 55+, sightseeing.