Charming Studio-Loft in Village Saint Paul, by Notre Dame

• Perfect location, well-designed space.

  Perfect location, well-designed space.

  • Guest Laurie15 (Midwest)
  • Date of stay 06/19/13
  • Review Submitted 06/29/13
  This studio in the Marais is perfectly located! It's two blocks from the pink Metro line and from the yellow Metro line, and is near several excellent buses that can take you across the river via great scenic routes. There are many cafes and restaurants within a few blocks, and a grocery store as well. The studio is very efficiently designed. The loft bed offers private space and the kitchen features not only a dishwasher and washer/dryer, but also a bar for dining. My cousin and stayed here for a week, and while I'm not sure I would have wanted to share the space much longer, I would happily return and stay for longer periods on my own. Adine and Dominique were incredibly helpful before and during my stay. I highly recommend this spot!

  Recommended for: Tourists without a car, girls getaway, adventure seekers.

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• Location - Location - Location = Unmatched "Parisian" Expierence

  Location - Location - Location = Unmatched "Parisian" Expierence

  • Guest Live like a Local (United States)
  • Date of stay 05/30/13
  • Review Submitted 06/16/13
  If you are searching on VRBO - hopefully you have already made the wise decision to skip the expense and removed feel of a hotel - and instead choosing something more authentic for your stay in Paris. We absolutely enjoyed our stay at this property and wanted to provide an in-depth review to help make your decision! The Marais (the 4th arrondissement) is a wonderful local area that makes you feel like you live in Paris - not like a tourist. There is abundant shopping (great boutiques and chains) on Rue de Rivoli - a main metro (St. Paul) and many amazing restaurants, bakeries, cafes, wine stores, and even a mini supermarket - less than two blocks away from this condo. The area was bustling with activity, removed from typical tourist areas, yet we found almost everyone spoke english - but we always tried our french first! - can't say enough about the area - it's proximity to major destinations, the Latin Quarter, access to the Seine (and the batobus) as well as hundreds of cafe's and restaurants serving amazing food. The apartment was very clean - it was nice to be met in person, and given instructions, ask any questions, and welcomed into the city as guests. The kitchen has a dishwasher, washer / dryer (we used it - perfect), microwave oven, and stove-top. We frequently stopped to grab cheese, bread, wine, or even eggs and salmon to make breakfast and evening meals - saving tons of money and providing an opportunity to get off our feet! There is a TV, comfy couch, and coffee table for relaxing, as well as a computer for guest use and free wifi - great connection. The Bed was comfortable, firm, great pillows, and we slept like babies, with the windows cracked - letting in some fresh air - and morning sun. The area is very quiet - NO street noise, and we barely heard any neighboring sounds. The bathroom is tight, but the shower was clean and refreshing, toilet, sink area, met our needs and worked provided some shelving (and a hair-dryer) The apartment is very small - but well designed. Think Ikea showroom. They took ample photographs and you should make your decision, knowing it is an urban area, in an ancient city - people are used to smaller spaces. I am 6"2' and could stand in the kitchen (the bed / loft is above) no problem, although I think anything taller might be an issue. The condo living area is split-level and stairs were small, low headroom obviously in the loft area. Overall - HUGE cost savings, GREAT Location, PERFECT STAY!

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

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• Highly Recommended!

  Highly Recommended!

  • Guest kristen m.
  • Date of stay 05/19/13
  • Review Submitted 06/04/13
  We loved this apartment and the location. It is in a very quiet and safe residential neighborhood, but is within a block of shops, restaurants, bakeries, chocolatiers, a grocery store, and several metro and bus routes. There were free concerts and nightlife about 4 blocks away near Bastille-close enough to be convenient, but far enough that noise was never a problem when we wanted to sleep after a long day. We had fun pretending to be locals for a week, but also had no trouble getting to the museums and sites. The closest metro stop is 1 block away and connects to most of the sites. The apartment is clean and well equipped. The mattress was a little too firm for our tastes, but we were so tired by the end of the day that we had no trouble sleeping. The building is quiet and clean. The owner is polite, professional, and responds quickly to email. There is an English speaking host who lives a few blocks away. He helped us upon arrival, explained how the appliances work, and was available to help with any problems. We never had any problems, but it was reassuring to know that somebody was nearby in case anything happens. We loved this apartment and would definitely stay here again.

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

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• Perfect!

  Perfect!

  • Guest Jenny (United States)
  • Date of stay 10/30/12
  • Review Submitted 11/14/12
  This small and charming studio has everything a traveler needs: washer/dryer, iron, computer with printer, heat, kitchen and TV. The loft sleeping area feels cozy and private. The area is centrally located and the neighborhood safe for walking even at night. There are a number of bakeries, take out food vendors and a health food store, as well as Monoprix within a block or two. This was my second stay here and it is a short walk from the Metro. Dominic meets you with the keys and that is an additional perk, and is available in case of mishaps. Owner is professional and courteous. Studio was clean and well supplied. I couldn't recommend this more highly.

  Recommended for: Romantic getaway, tourists without a car, girls getaway, sightseeing, families with young children.

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• Great!

  Great!

  • Guest Bruce (Tallahassee, FL USA)
  • Date of stay 10/03/12
  • Review Submitted 10/17/12
  We very much enjoyed our time at this little studio in Paris! Located off of a quiet street near the wonderful Le Marais and all it has to offer, the apartment is less than five minutes walk from the Seine and the convenient St. Paul Metro stop, and just a short walk from Notre Dame, Ile St. Louis, Place des Vosges, etc. The neighborhood is full of cafes, shops, and a convenient Monoprix department/grocery store. Everything was just as described, the place was clean, well maintained, our host Dominique was most helpful, and we were even greeted with fresh flowers and a bottle of wine! Having a washer/dryer combo meant we could travel light and the fully functional kitchen allowed us to save a little money by preparing some of our own meals. The rental process was uncomplicated and communication easy. This is a small studio, but we found it plenty big enough for our needs as a couple. Really, we couldn’t have asked for more! Thank you very much to Adine and Saveur for creating such a wonderful place!

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

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• Family Vacation

  Family Vacation

  • Guest Family Vacation (Camarillo, CA, USA)
  • Date of stay 09/20/12
  • Review Submitted 10/03/12
  My wife and two young boys stayed at this apartment for 10 nights. The location is excellent, close to St Paul metro and waking distance to most of the Central Paris attractions. The apartment was cozy, well equiped and safe. Our host was very pleasant and responsive. We truly felt welcomed. This apartment was a bargain considering the location and the comforts of home it provided. (Far better than a hotel stay.) The area is surrounded by restaurants, shops, and markets. We found two small grocery stores within three blocks, which afforded us a reasonably priced family vacation. The only suggestion I can think of is to have a DVD player available. (The TV service was a little spoty, would disconnect every so often. Not a big issue since we spent little time watching TV.) We would definately stay again.

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

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• Excellent location, all wanted amenities included, helpful & responsive host

  Excellent location, all wanted amenities included, helpful & responsive host

  • Guest Marina I (Boston, MA, USA)
  • Date of stay 08/04/12
  • Review Submitted 08/15/12
  we had a great stay in the apartment, all went smoothly. i felt this is one of the best value apartments in paris. true, the room is small but was good for two people. stairs slightly inconvenient, but manageable. all appliances worked great, location is fabulous (quiet, true neighborhood with cafes, shops, restos, close to several metro lines, walking distance to many monuments). host was there to greet us right on time, all communication was flawless before we arrived, and we were allowed to stay as long as necessary the day of departure

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

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• Great little apartment, amazing location.

  Great little apartment, amazing location.

  • Guest Jamie (London, Ontario)
  • Date of stay 06/15/12
  • Review Submitted 06/24/12
  Our stay here was ideal from beginning to end. We chose to stay in Paris for one week and we were really overwhelmed by all the choices offered on VRBO. We singled this apartment out as an ideal location and the pictures looked great and we were not disappointed. Emailing with Adine and Sauveur was always pleasant and they were both ready to answer all of our questions and give us tips for our stay. We were greeted upon our arrival and given a tour of the apartment which is tiny but perfectly comfortable for myself and my husband. The really nice thing was that the apartment was fully stocked with the little essentials: olive oil, balsamic, soap, lots of toilet paper (!) and there was even a bottle of wine and 2 beautiful roses waiting for us! We really felt comfortable here and had everything we needed to prepare any meals we wanted to. The only negative was that the bed had a bit of musty smell, not sure if it was just the damp weather we had while we were there? But really, hardly a negative and just something I would prepare for if I rented this apartment again - and I certainly would! The neighbourhood is AMAZING! The apartment is so close to everything we literally just walked the entire time - we took the metro only once. Totally amazing. Thanks to Adine and Sauveur for taking such great care of us and giving us a great week in Paris! Jamie and Ryan

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

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• Michel from Decatur, GA

  Michel from Decatur, GA

  • Guest Michel (Decatur, GA)
  • Date of stay 04/01/12
  • Review Submitted 04/14/12
  My sister, daughter, and I stayed in the apartment for a week in April and LOVED the neighborhood! It was full of eateries, pastry shops, and great boutiques plus it was just a few minutes walk to Notre Dame and many other attractions. The location is so close to two different metro lines and made a fantastic place from which we could start each day's adventures. As three females, safety was very important to us. We always felt very safe even walking home late at night. The area has an active night life with much activity; however, Rue Charles fortunately was quiet. Our host was at the apartment waiting for us upon our arrival and was very responsive to the one question we had during the week. Having access to the computer in the apartment and having the Internet was a huge plus. The apartment is very efficient and reminded me of a well designed IKEA studio. Yes, it is small, but it was more than sufficient for our needs and offered much more room than any hotel in this price range would ever offer. Considering the price of this apartment, the location, and the comfortable layout, this condo is a gem. Would definitely plan to stay there again on another visit!

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

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• wonderful spot!

  wonderful spot!

  • Guest Lina (United States)
  • Date of stay 01/19/12
  • Review Submitted 03/14/12
  my husband and i had our first post-baby getaway here. we absolutely loved it! our favorite part about the apartment was the location. it was close to everything we wanted to see and do in the marais district. and it was also walking distance to the more 'touristy' things. the place itself is quite simple, but it has absolutely everything you need (especially if you plan to be out and about most of the day like we were). the owner was also extremely helpful! i emailed him a bunch of times before the trip to ask him all sorts of questions (e.g., restaurant recommendations, specifics about accommodations, etc.) and he was so gracious and helpful in his replies. we highly recommend this place!

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• All Seasons .. usd $190/night .. use $990/week
• Price includes everything for 2 persons, + $70 for each xtra person
• Rentals of less than 4 days are subject to $110 Cleaning Fee.
• Discounts are available for rentals of 2 weeks or more.
• Payment can be made in any currency.
• Damage deposit of USD $600 (or any currency) required.

Note: Until confirmed, rates are subject to change without notice.