Montmartre Getaway
- Minimum stay:4 nights
- Internet:Yes
- Pets allowed:No
- Wheel chair accessible:No
Mont Martre is for lovers of art and history. One can find the footsteps of some famous painter or musician every corner. Full of shops, galleries, restaurants. Being the highest point of Paris, the front steps of the Sacre Cœur will give the visitor a full view of the City. Remote, yet infinitely close, only a twenty minute metro-ride from the downtown area, the apartment is ideally located. Across the street from Rue Paul Albert, the scene of many movies.
This two-bedroom apartment is located in the most attractive area of the Mont Martre, in the 'Abbesse. 3 minutes from the Sacre Coeur, close to restaurants and public transportation, makes it an ideal vacation rental in the heart of Paris.
The apartment is on the last floor of the building, making a quiet getaway even during the day. Well lit by a skylight, newly renovated and furnished. Fully equipped with anything one might imagine, one needs.
One bedroom accommodates two, while the living room can sleep another two visitors. Kitchen and dining area is available for inviting friends over for a glass of wine or dining in. The windows have a view of the inner courtyard with a flower garden.
When choosing this location be ready to be part of a romantic shot of Paris during the day, and a peaceful rest during the night!
Keywords: Apartment
Property Type
- 4 story
- Apartment
- On floor 4
- 36 m²
- Elevator : No
Accommodation Type
- Vacation Rental
Meals
- Guests Provide Their Own Meals
Suitability
- Long-Term Renters Welcome
- Pets Not Allowed
- Non Smoking Only
Bedrooms
- 2 Bedrooms, Sleeps 4, Beds for 2-4
- Bedroom 1
- 1 queen
- Bedroom 2
- 2 sleep sofa /futon
- Queen size Beds (1), Sleep Sofa or Futons (1)
Bathrooms
- 1.0 Bathrooms
- Bathroom 1
- Bathtub, shower, washing machine
Kitchen & Dining
- Child's Highchair
- Oven
- Dishes & Utensils
- Coffee Maker
- Toaster
- Kitchen
- Microwave
- Ice Maker
- Cooking Utensils
- Dishwasher
Amenities
- Heating
- Towels Provided
- Hair Dryer
- Iron & Board
- Washing Machine
- Linens Provided
Entertainment
- Video Game Console
- Stereo
- Video Library
- Satellite / Cable
Communications
- Internet
- Broadband Access
- Wireless Internet
Theme
- Away From It All
- Family
- Romantic
- Tourist Attractions
Location & View
Activities
- Arboretum
- Botanical Garden
- Churches
- Restaurants
- Museums
- Walking
- Shopping
- Antiquing
- Sight Seeing
- ATM/Bank
- Groceries
- Laundromat
- Roller Blading
- Cycling
Reviews
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Charming and romantic getaway in Montmartre
Charming and romantic getaway in Montmartre
- Guest KellyD
- Date of stay 08/19/12
- Review Submitted 10/18/12
I spent a month in this apartment from mid-August to mid-September. It was absolutely perfect and fulfilled my fantasy of a romantic Paris escape. I loved being on the top floor of the lovely old apartment building and having a view out onto the cobbled courtyard. The location was also perfect. The Basilique du Sacre Coeur is right next door, and as tourist attractions go it's pretty darn breathtaking. It's also a great landmark for navigation--if I ever got lost, I just had to walk uphill until I found the Basilique and then it was easy to find my way back to the apartment. Aside from the Basilique, the neighborhood is refreshingly non-touristy. The back of Montmartre is filled with quiet tree-lined streets scattered with patisseries and coffee shops, where people are friendly (and willing to speak french to you even if your french isn't perfect!), and the pace is a bit slower. I spent a lot of time lingering over espressos and writing in the sidewalk cafes. I also walked into central Paris quite frequently--it takes about half an hour but there's lots to see on the way, and for those who don't fancy walking the apartment is very close to stops on three different Metro lines, so it's very simple, fast, and cheap to get pretty much anywhere in town. My interactions with the owner Gabor and the property manager Alain were all very positive. It was easy to get in touch with both of them to arrange the rental and my security deposit was returned within a week of leaving the apartment. In short, I am hard-pressed to find anything negative to say about the apartment, and if I ever have the opportunity to return to Paris for a few weeks, this will definitely be the first choice for a place to stay!Recommended for: Tourists without a car, adventure seekers, romantic getaway, sightseeing.
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A Bargain Apartment
A Bargain Apartment
- Guest Bill
- Date of stay 05/01/12
- Review Submitted 07/05/12
Jim, a friend of a friend here in Seattle, stayed in Gabor's Paris apartment last year and recommended it. I was happy to find it as described in the listing and I spent the month of May this year treating it as my home away from home. The apartment was clean and well stocked with everything I needed while I was there. The neighborhood is full of convenient stores. A Carrefour market is just around the corner on Rue Clignancourt, a great boulangerie is just a few steps down the street from the building and there are metro stops in any direction. I highly recommend it. Remember that it requires climbing four flights of stairs - not handicap accessible, but that's the only caveat. I had friends spending the month in an apartment just off the Champs Elysees and though their place was big and expensive, Gabor's apartment has a more fully equipped kitchen. I hope to be there again next year, time permitting.Recommended for: Girls getaway, tourists without a car, age 55+, adventure seekers, sightseeing, families with young children, families with teenagers.
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A Month Well-Spent
A Month Well-Spent
- Guest Gord
- Date of stay 02/17/12
- Review Submitted 04/26/12
My wife and I spent a month from mid-February to mid-March at this Montmartre Getaway, and were well pleased with it. The description says there are two bedrooms, and strictly speaking that's true, but I would probably describe it as a one generously sized bedroom and a sleeping area for occasional guests. It looks like the photos in the description, was clean and well maintained, the heating worked well (a good thing, because February was unusually cold in Paris), and when there was a small leak in the hot water heater, the rental manager got right on it, and it was fixed within 36 hours. And it was quiet! We arrived on a Friday or Saturday night, having come up from Nice (where our apartment in Vieux Nice was bathed in noise most of the time) and had the best sleep we had had in six weeks. Quiet and a comfy bed . . . that's hard to beat. We found the four flights of stairs a bit tiring at the end of the day, but we knew what we were getting into when we rented the place, and the price (which we thought was a real bargain) reflected the fact that guests will be getting their exercise climbing. Complaints? We have two small items. It seems like nobody rents apartments with a good sharp paring knife and straight-cutting bread knife, and this place was no exception. And it seems that almost everybody is decorating with high bar stool-type chairs, and again this place was no exception. However, things were mostly very positive. Both the owner and his agent were very helpful, it was in a great location (just below the Sacre Coeur), there were three different Metro lines within five minutes of the apartment, groceries and wine were easy to find. We had a lot of suppers at Le Saint Denis along rue des Abbesses: the food was cheap, plentiful, and good (I ate a half dozen Croque Monsieurs), and it had a nice neighborhood feel. As for attractions and activities nearby, the obvious ones nearby are the Sacre Coeur and place du Tertre, but really, this is Paris!! I would certainly recommend this apartment to friends or family.Recommended for: Tourists without a car, age 55+.
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Excellent Apartment in a Crummy Building
Excellent Apartment in a Crummy Building
- Guest bsgf
- Date of stay 04/06/12
- Review Submitted 04/12/12
We really enjoyed our stay in Gabor's apartment. Gabor was extremely helpful with our (many) questions before booking. The property manager, Alan, was also very helpful with information and was very flexible with our odd schedule. The location worked very well for us. We enjoyed staying in Montmarte. The street is quiet and the people at the lovely bakery on the corner helped us in English. The kitchen was well appointed, and we enjoyed shopping at the nearby markets and cooking like Parisians. The apartment itself is very nice, but the building is in crummy shape. The plumbing was fine (hot water for showers, decent water pressure, etc) but none of the faucets turned completely off so we had a cacophony of drips from the bathroom all night. We did not mind walking up and down the stairs (as others have noted), but one stair in particular between the second and third floors is very worn, short, and slick, and I fell down a flight. (For the record, I'm a pretty fit 20-something who is not prone to slipping on stairs!) We really enjoyed Paris and Gabor's apartment, but these bruises are not exactly the souvenir I was hoping to take home! Aside from these few little things, this is a lovely place to stay. Thanks, Gabor!Recommended for: Tourists without a car, adventure seekers, romantic getaway, sightseeing.
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sleepy from seattle
sleepy from seattle
- Guest Jimmy
- Date of stay 04/05/11
- Review Submitted 10/09/11
How lucky was I to spend the month of April in Paris??? And to top it off I also had the good fortune of renting Gabor's adorable apartment there. Clean, comfortable and spacious for a rental. Old World character (69 steps up a winding wooden spiral staircase!) and modern conveniences (full kitchen facilities, big bathroom, big bedroom and a washer. Close to grocery stores, outdoor markets, bakeries and transportation. Montmarte with its winding streets and hills was my favorite part of the city. I hope I get to stay in this apartment again soon.Recommended for: Tourists without a car, age 55+, adventure seekers, romantic getaway, sightseeing, families with teenagers.
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Cozy Vacation Home Base
Cozy Vacation Home Base
- Guest Jane
- Date of stay 08/17/11
- Review Submitted 09/10/11
My husband and I have just returned home from a month long European adventure, 22 days of which we spent living in Gabor's lovely apartment. We had looked at all the photos and read the reviews on his listing so we weren't surprised by the flights of stairs or the look of the apartment. Though the only views from the apartment are of the courtyard, the apartment really is just steps away from the staircase pictured that leads up to the Sacre Coeur which has breathtaking views of Paris both day and night. We were so happy to have the washing machine, dish washer and well equipped kitchen. We used the two provided moka pots everyday to make espresso, so it was just like home. There were plenty of dishes, cups, pots, pans and knives which made it easy to cook a lot of our own meals. The wifi was very reliable and so helpful to have. There were plenty of clean towels and linens available. We wanted to say that the linens were of high quality and so comfortable to sleep in after long days out exploring Paris. It was quite surprising how easy it was to navigate the Paris Metro. My husband was doing the Paris-Brest-Paris bike race so we not only had our backpacks full of clothing but two large bike boxes as well and we got lucky that we didn't hit the Metro during rush hour so it wasn't hard to manage. If you are staying for a long while in Paris, you might want to consider buying a Navigo Découverte Metro Pass at the Metro station at the airport. The card itself is a one time fee of 5€ and you keep it forever. You can load weekly passes (week begins Monday and ends Sunday) for 33,40€ for all five zones. On weeks when you won't be traveling to the airport or suburbs it is only 18,85€ a week for zones 1 & 2 Paris. This will save you money as the fare from CDG to Paris alone is 9,10€. The apartment is very close to the Chateau Rouge and Anvers Metro stations. We highly recommend staying at Gabor's apartment if you plan to utilize the Metro to the fullest. Not only will you be staying right next to the Sacre Coeur, Butte Montmartre and Moulin Rogue and have a Carrefour supermarche around the corner, you'll also be close to many good boulangeries like Le Grenier à Pain Abbesses, the best latte in Paris at Kooka Boora and many great produce and wine shops on Rue de Martyrs and delicious restaurant Cheri Bibi right downstairs! We were really happy staying here and Gabor and Paris contact Amina were very helpful every step of the way! Merci Gabor!Recommended for: Tourists without a car, adventure seekers, romantic getaway, sightseeing.
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Paris abode
Paris abode
- Guest Clipperplace
- Date of stay 05/25/11
- Review Submitted 09/06/11
We stayed here in late May of 2011, and enjoyed it very much. The only negative thing is the 4 flights of windy stairs which are difficult with luggage. Would not recomend for older travelers or those taking too much luggage! We are in our ealy 60's and managed ok A bit tiring after long days out. That said, it was spacious and bright with a good size bathroom by Paris standards, and a large bedroom. Simple furnishings, comfortable bed, good light, and free outgoing phone calls home, as well as internet, a great bonus! The area is in between traditonal Montmartre and the more immigrant-based St. Denis, giving it quite a mix culturally. Close to grocery stores, and cafes, corner bakery, subway just a few blocks each way. We even rolled our suitcases to Paris Nord train station on departure. Were greeted on arrival and given instructions, had phone number for questions etc. It is reasonably quiet, has a nice view of the inner courtyard The Montmartre area in our view, having stayed in the area before, is the best area in Paris to be. Two Canadians who love ParisRecommended for: Tourists without a car, romantic getaway, sightseeing.
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A month in Montmartre
A month in Montmartre
- Guest Jackie & Jim
- Date of stay 03/01/11
- Review Submitted 09/02/11
My husband and I spent the month of March 2011 in this lovely, quiet apartment. We watched Paris transform from winter darbness to springtime glory! The apartment is small, but cozy and comfortable and adequately equipped. The full sized bed is comfortable and having a desk area in the large bedroom is nice too. It is sunny, airy and has a view to a quiet courtyard. The location is terrific!! It is steps away from Sacre Coeur, multiple Metro stops, street markets and grocery stores, restaurants, and just about anything you would need for an extended or short stay. Having a washing machine, large refrigerator, and internet access is a bonus. Gabor is extremely easy to work and very accommodating regarding requests and issues. His local contact was also easy to work with. We enjoyed our month long adventure and would recommend this apartment to anyone who is capable of walking up stairs to the 4th floor. Merci beaucoup, Gabor!Recommended for: Girls getaway, tourists without a car, age 55+, adventure seekers, romantic getaway, sightseeing.
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Reno Nevadans
Reno Nevadans
- Guest Barbara
- Date of stay 06/01/11
- Review Submitted 09/02/11
We had a great time during our month-long June stay in Paris. The location of the apartment is very good near Montmartre with convenient access to several Metro stations. The five floor hike up to the apartment assures losing weight regardless the level of gluttony in which one may indulge. The bed is comfortable, the kitchen adequate and the washing machine appreciated. A dryer would be a boon to Americans accustomed to it. There are a couple of good restaurants on the same block and a small supermarket near by. Yes, I would recommend this apartment to anyone on a budget wanting a nice stay in Paris.Recommended for: Tourists without a car, adventure seekers, families with teenagers.
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Montmartre Getaway
Montmartre Getaway
- Guest Pat
- Date of stay 05/05/11
- Review Submitted 05/19/11
My husband, daughter and I stayed in the apartment for a week. We loved the location and the apartment, but it took awhile to get used to climbing up to the fourth floor. The kitchen area was small but well equipped, and we liked being able to shop in the small markets near the apartment and eat in for some of our meals. We appreciated having a dishwasher, a washing machine, TV, radio and phone. Since we were there in May, we did not miss having an air conditioner. It was nice to open our windows and get fresh air. The bed in the bedroom was very comfortable, but the pull out couch in the living room/2nd bedroom was not comfortable. There were several metro stations nearby, so it was easy to get anywhere in the area that we wanted to go. There is a nice, little restaurant just 3 or 4 doors from the apartment. The owner was helpful in giving us information about the apartment although my husband says he forgot to give us the ID number needed to be able to watch videos. Our daughter especially enjoyed staying where we did and we would all recommend staying where we did. It was a nice getaway for al three of us.Recommended for: Tourists without a car, age 55+, adventure seekers, romantic getaway, sightseeing.
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Rates
| Dates | Nightly | Wknd Night | Weekend | Weekly | Monthly * | Event |
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| Base Rate 4 night min stay |
€110 | €770 | €1820 | |||
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.
Location
- Nearest Airport: Charles De Galle at 16 Miles
- Nearest Train: Gare du Nord at 2 Miles
- Nearest Motorway: Peripherique Nord at 1 Miles
- Nearest Barpub: No problemo at 0.1 Miles
- Nearest Ski: Les Alpes at 300 Miles
- Nearest Restaurant: Relais Gascogne at 0.1 Miles
Owner info
Year Purchased: 2008
About the owner: I am physician, originally from Hungary, now living in New York. I am also a fan of arts and culture. I visit Paris as often as I can, and still find new and exciting things to do. I stay in the apartment twice a year. Growing closer to the neighborhood every time, I feel like I was born there.
Why the Owner Chose Paris Arrondissement 18:
For my love for Paris, especially the hill that surrounds Sacre Coeur, Montmartre. I have visited Montmartre the first time, much younger. Ever since I dreamed of having a place on Abbesse.
The Unique Benefits at this Apartment:
Montmartre itself is somewhat remote from the rest of Paris. On can see the city from the vintage point a few steps away from the apartment. One can enjoy the quite side of Paris, or mingle in with colorful crowd of people, who visit it throughout the year. To have a 'creme' on the top of the romantic Rue Paul Albert, the scene of numerous movies or watch the artists make portrait is my favorite. Being close to several metro lines the access to the rest of Paris is quick and easy.
Contact us
- Primary: (973) 715-4582 (New Jersey, USA)
- Secondary: +33 645108792 When I'm in Europe, US phone doesn't answer
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Photos
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Kitchen
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Dining area
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Desk
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Bathroom
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Rue Paul Albert
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Sacre Coeur
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View of Paris
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Relais Gascon
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Living room
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Bedroom
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Living Room
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Bedroom
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Courtyard
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La Butte de La Montmartre
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View of Paris
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Boulangerie
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