Romance in the Marais: a Little Jem
- Minimum stay:4 nights
- Internet:Yes
- Pets allowed:No
- Wheel chair accessible:No
January, February only: cleaning fee waved plus a free extra night for rental of 5 nights minimum.
The March 2004 full renovation was updated in December 2013. This 'chambre d'hotel' apartment on the Rue des Tournelles is just a three minute walk from the Place des Vosges, one of the most beautiful 17th century squares in all of Europe. We refer to this 230 square feet ground floor studio apartment as 'le petit bijou' or the 'little jewel'.
The apartment was featured on the Parisian TV magazine show 'Paris Premiere' in April 2004. The local TV Company engaged a well-known Parisian designer and produced the making of a luxury 'pied a terre'. From the demolition of the old, to the haute design of the new, it is an encapsulated history of our Parisian dreams realized.
The renovation is a work of art and features a restored limestone wall, stone tile floors, a very accommodating bathroom, pastel striped painted walls, and the very hip 'kitchoo' cuisine with stove, refrigerator, microwave and dishwasher.
All the furnishings have been selected to accommodate your most comfortable visit to Paris. Everything here is comparable to a luxury hotel except at one/quarter of the cost. The 4 star Pavillon de la Reine Hotel three blocks away charges 500 euros/night for a 150 square foot room and it doesn't come with a kitchen.
The apartment, in a 19th century 'Regency' style building, sits along the quiet rue des Tournelles. In the 17th century, the Marais was home to the most aristocratic families of Paris and 400 years later, little has changed in the architectural feel of this old quarter.
The very narrow rue des Francs Bourgeoise is now filled with 'hip' boutiques, and 'trendy' restaurants and cafes share the buildings of the old Jewish Ghetto along rue des Rosiers, but some of the quieter street like rue des Tournelles look the same as they did over a hundred years ago.
It's a short walk to the Notre Dame or the Louvre, but the Marais is so intoxicating, you could easily spend a lot of your time just enjoying the Place des Vosges, Hotel Sully, Museé Picasso, Museé Carnavelet and carefree walks through the small winding streets.
Services included in the cost are phone calls anywhere in France and in the US, cable TV, English movie stations, free and unlimited wireless Internet, linens, towels. Our bilingual contact will be just a phone call away if you need any help during your stay.
In the apartment will also be our guide to the neighborhood, favorite restaurants, cafes, wine shops, bakeries, and markets.
If you are looking for more room, please click on 'See All My Rental Listings' for our 1 bedroom apartment just around the corner.
Keywords: Apartment
Property Type
- Apartment
Accommodation Type
- Vacation Rental
Suitability
- Minimum Age Limit For Renters
- Non Smoking Only
- Pets Not Allowed
Bedrooms
- 0 Bedrooms, Sleeps 2, Beds for 2
- Queen size Beds (1)
Bathrooms
- 1.0 Bathrooms
- Bathroom 1
Kitchen & Dining
- Microwave
- Refrigerator
- Dishwasher
- Cooking Utensils
- Kitchen
Amenities
Other Amenities
- Security building digicode
Entertainment
- Stereo
- Satellite / Cable
- CD Player
- Music Library
Communications
- Free Long Distance
- Telephone
- Broadband Access
Activities
- Restaurants
- Live Theater
- Museums
- Cinemas
- Sight Seeing
- Shopping
- Fitness Center
Reviews
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Cozy Place to Stay in the Marais.
Cozy Place to Stay in the Marais.
- Guest josh M.
- Date of stay 04/17/13
- Review Submitted 04/29/13
Working with Joelle was great and we had no complaints with the arrangements or her instructions on how to get to the apartment. The only thing that I wished I had seen noted elsewhere was the fact that this is a first floor apartment and the street noise is noticeable. There is some sort of utility cover in the sidewalk just outside the window, which makes a loud thud every time someone walks over it. Earplugs are probably a good idea. The apartment is tiny, but we spent so little time there that it suited our needs. This was our first experience with VBRO and would certainly use it again. I would recommend this flat to anyone who is looking for a cozy retreat from the streets of Paris.Recommended for: Sightseeing, romantic getaway.
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Charles and Debbie. Prince Edward Island.Canada
Charles and Debbie. Prince Edward Island.Canada
- Guest Charles and Debbie
- Date of stay 09/19/12
- Review Submitted 10/13/12
Wow! What can we say? The location was perfect. We walked five minutes down to the Bastille and got the 69 bus which takes you to all the major tourist sights in Paris. Marais has some great restaurants so we ate there after a busy day touring. The bakery at the end of the street has a great range of pastries,baguettes and croissants which you can pick up in the morning for breakfast. In conclusion,we would recommend this studio apartment for a couple or a single person wishing to tour Paris and stay in a safe and enjoyable district.Recommended for: Sightseeing, tourists without a car, age 55+, romantic getaway, girls getaway.
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COULD NOT ASK FOR MORE
COULD NOT ASK FOR MORE
- Guest Walter Lee
- Date of stay 02/08/12
- Review Submitted 03/29/12
We stayed here while on an around the world trip and there was no where on our trip to compare to this stay. From working with Joelle, to the apartment ,to the location we found itr to be a 6 star experience. I could go on and on but suffice it to say this is a wonderful place and its terrific owner.Recommended for: Sightseeing, adventure seekers, tourists without a car, romantic getaway.
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Magnifique!
Magnifique!
- Guest Michael
- Date of stay 12/16/11
- Review Submitted 01/26/12
I couldn't imagine a more pleasant place to stay in Paris. I spent five days in Joelle's apartment from December 16 - 21. The week before Christmas is a magical time in Paris. I would describe Paris at Christmas as the City of Lights on steroids.The weather was cold and rainy, but the apartment was so cozy and warm. The hustle and bustle of Parisians shopping and preparing for Christmas was less than 5 minutes away, but the apartment felt like my quiet sanctuary. The Marais is my favorite section of Paris and to come home to the apartment at night added so much to my trip. It is an easy and pleasant walk to Notre Dame and the Seine. There are so many great things to do and places to eat within a few minutes of the apartment. I recommend the outdoor market at the Bastille. The apartment had everything I needed. Arriving and finding a bottle of wine on the table was such a welcoming touch. I immediately felt at home. Joelle is such a pleasure to work with. She obviously takes great pride in the apartment and does everything she can to provide a home away from home. The information book on restaurants was great. I especially appreciated her advice and her descriptions and recommendations were perfect. I went directly from Paris to London and also rented an apartment. There was no comparison to Le Petite Bijou as far as warmth, comfort and feeling welcomed. In fact, I was quite sad when I left Paris. When I arrived in London, I spent a night wondering if I made a mistake by not spending more time in Paris. I can't wait to return to Paris and Le Petit Bijou. Thanks Joelle.Recommended for: Sightseeing, adventure seekers, tourists without a car, age 55+, romantic getaway.
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Cozy sanctuary
Cozy sanctuary
- Guest Brendan&Kris
- Date of stay 12/26/11
- Review Submitted 01/21/12
We stayed at Joelle's apartment for 10 days over the 2011 Christmas/New Year period and it was a delightful experience. The apartment has everything you could wish for in an efficient and pleasant space. The bed is comfortable and the noise level is low. The building is secure and the location is outstanding - a short walk to la bastille and the metro station there. the metro is easy, safe, efficient and wonderful - think london's underground but better. Bastille is on the main line to downtown and nearly all the other lines cross it making it very easy to get around. The apartment is also 10 mins walk to Notre Dame (went to first mass of the year - amazing!) and to Il-St.Louis - well worth the time. You know your reasons for going to Paris and staying in Le Marais at Joelle's apartment would be a perfect compliment to your trip.Recommended for: Sightseeing, adventure seekers, people with disabilities, tourists without a car, age 55+, romantic getaway.
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Deux thumbs up
Deux thumbs up
- Guest Happy Traveler
- Date of stay 10/22/11
- Review Submitted 12/29/11
This is the way to stay in Paris! As a single woman (in Paris for two weeks) this place was perfect. Plenty of closet space to unpack, efficient kitchenette with coffee pot,stove and microwave, great bathroom with heated towel rack and shower with terrific water pressure, very comfortable queen size bed and tall windows (with bars) opening to the street. Great security and location. The closeness to the metro station was a big plus. There are MANY wonderful restaurants in easy walking distance and the boulangerie/bakery that bake twice a day are only a block or two away. (YUM) I felt safe, comfortable, well located and tres french!Recommended for: Sightseeing, people with disabilities, tourists without a car, age 55+, romantic getaway, girls getaway.
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A Little Gem
A Little Gem
- Guest Sharon
- Date of stay 09/24/11
- Review Submitted 12/02/11
This very compact apartment made our stay in Paris this past September perfect. Clean, comfortable, nicely decorated, great bathroom layout and comfortable bed all added to the appeal. Located on the first floor made for easy access with our luggage. Painted and limestone walls added warmth. Kitchen and dining area is small but adequate. Location was excellent. Convenient Maris area. Wonderful Bistro and laundry facilities within one block. Only issue was because of heat spell we had to sleep with windows open and experienced some noise on Saturday night. Would not notice if windows were closed and very quiet other nights. Owner Joelle was very easy for work with.Recommended for: Sightseeing, tourists without a car, age 55+.
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Perfect place to discover Paris
Perfect place to discover Paris
- Guest Anonymous
- Date of stay 09/13/11
- Review Submitted 10/10/11
My husband and I (mid-60's) spent 10 wonderful days at Le Petit Bijou - a perfect location for discovering the treasures of Paris. The apartment seemed small at first, but the storage was more than adequate - 2 night stands with drawers, and a large roomy armoire, allowed us to unpack our suitcases, move in and feel at home. It was a relief to return to the quiet neighborhood in Le Marais after hours of walking throughout the city, walk a short distance from the Metro around the corner, and be home. The apartment is stocked with a great variety of books on Paris, many of which helped us discover places our own guide book didn't mention. It was nice not having to walk up steps - the apartment is on the ground floor but still very quiet.Recommended for: Sightseeing, adventure seekers, people with disabilities, tourists without a car, age 55+, romantic getaway.
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Gretchen ... Atlanta
Gretchen ... Atlanta
- Guest Gretchen
- Date of stay 07/09/11
- Review Submitted 07/18/11
I stayed at the studio for a week with my teenage daughter. We had a fabulous time. The neighborhood seemed very safe and one time my daughter walked back to the apartment by herself. I ran every morning and had no problems. It is around the corner from the metro which turned out to be very easy to navigate. The bakery on the corner was delicious and we got breakfast there almost every day. The neighborhood is lively at night and very quiet in the morning. The restaurants in Paris are all expensive and slow so be prepared to sit and enjoy a long evening. We found an italian place near by that was delicious, less expensive and had quicker service if you are not up for a long drawn out night. Turn right out the door ...turn right at the corner with the bakery and go straight up the block across from the Chermin Vert metro station . Enjoy...Recommended for: Tourists without a car, romantic getaway, girls getaway.
Owner response: Thank you so much Gretchen for referring your friend to my listing! It was nice to have you! Joelle
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Perfect Anniversary Celebration at Le Bijou
Perfect Anniversary Celebration at Le Bijou
- Guest Barb
- Date of stay 06/18/11
- Review Submitted 07/08/11
My husband and I just returned from 7 amazing nights in Paris. We stayed at Le Bijou in the Marais district and were thrilled with our choice of apartments. Joelle, the owner, worked with me all winter, making suggestions and sharing valuable information that made our planning so much easier. We had the special treat of meeting Joelle at her studio as she was in Paris that week taking care of her other rental. She's as nice in person as she has been via email. A pleasure to meet her. The location is perfect, close to the Metro and a number of Paris' wonderful sites, but the best of all was the restaurants. We ate in the neighborhood most nights as one place was better than the next. Renting the studio made it feel like we actually lived there and it was easy to take the Metro to the other disctricts to catch as many sites as we could. We did start with the open air bus tour the first day to get the lay of the land and I highly recommend doing that in any new city. Coming back at the end of a long day to the cozy, but comfortable apartment was a pleasure. It is very clean and as previously mentioned, smells good and has a very comfortable bed. Since we were celebrating our 40th anniversary, Joelle and Moon surprised us with a bottle of wine and choclate along with a welcome card when we arrived. A perfect start to a perfect week!Recommended for: Sightseeing, adventure seekers, tourists without a car, age 55+, romantic getaway.
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Rates
| Dates | Nightly | Wknd Night | Weekend | Weekly | Monthly * | Event |
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| Base Rate 4 night min stay |
$154 | $931 | $2800 | |||
Additional information about rental rates
Rates are subjected to change until the reservation is complete.
50% deposit at the time of rental.
Balance dure 45 days before departure.
Additional Fees and Taxes:
$100 cleaning fee
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
Owner info
Year Purchased: 2005
About the owner: I was born in France, Lyon and I have lived in San Francisco now for 30 years. I live with my boyfriend in the Castro area of the City. I have an 19 year old son who just graduated form the French Culinary Institute in New York. I am very lucky to have two places in Paris, this wonderful studio and a beautiful one bedroom (VRBO 33626).It has been a pleasure hosting so many nice guests through out the last few years. I am looking forward to have you too! :)
Why the Owner Chose Paris Arrondissement 4:
It is simply the most hip area of Paris, yet full of history, good restaurants and attractive shops. It's centrally located, walking distance to many of Paris' greatest museums and landmarks, and easily accessible by metro. Simply the best area in town.
The Unique Benefits at this Apartment:
Designed for American tourists by a French native who has lived in the States for 31 years. I had you in mind. The apartment is very quiet, very comfortable, clean and beautiful. The tub has a regular shower in it (something that you don't always get in Paris). The bed is so comfortable that I bought one for my own place in San Francisco. I've had several renters tell me that it is the best bed they have ever slept in. Moon, my Paris contact is the best!
Contact us
- Primary: (415) 558-8953 (California, USA)
- Secondary: (415) 385-4141 (California, USA)
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Photos
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The romantic very private nest
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Very romantic!
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The armoire has two closets, three drawers, cable TV, stereo system and internet
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Kitchen has refrigerator, sink, stove, microwave and dishwasher.."incréable"
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refrigerator, microwave, dishwasher, stove top and coffee maker
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A luxury hotel room with kitchen at less than a third of the price
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a very comfortable "large" queen size bed
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Broader view
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The armoire has two closets, three drawers, cable TV, stereo system and internet
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Cote cuisine
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Compact and functional
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a great place to eat or to plug your computer into the free high speed internet
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lots of really good water pressure, no wimpy showers here
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The building dates back to 1864
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Date last modified - Wednesday, March 20, 2013
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