Location: Paris Arrondissement 4, Paris, Ile-de-France (Paris Area), France, Europe (One block from Place des Vosges) View Map
Accommodations: Apartment, Studio, 1 Bath (Sleeps 2)
The March 2004 renovation was updated in July 2005 and October 2009. 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. I 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 and the final cleaning. 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.
Vacation Rental Features
- Amenities
- Linens Provided: Fine quality Habitat linens
- Beds
- Queen Bed
- Entertainment
- Cable/Satellite TV
- CD Player
- Stereo System
- Music Library
- Kitchen
- Full Kitchen
- Cooking Utensils Provided
- Refrigerator
- Dishwasher
- Microwave
- Communications
- Telephone
- Free Long Distance
- Broadband Internet
- Other Amenities
- Security building digicode
- Suitability
- No Pets Allowed
- Minimum Age Limit for Renters
- Smoking Not Allowed
- Activities (on site and nearby)
- Shopping
- Sightseeing
- Restaurants
- Fitness Center/Gym
- Cinemas/Movie Theaters
- Live Theatre
- Museums
Rate Details (In US Dollars)
$925/ 6 or 7 nt stay and $825/5nt stay; $100 cleaning fee required.
$2,500 - Month
MINIMUM RENTAL PERIOD IS FOR 5 NIGHTS
Note: Until confirmed, rates are subject to change without notice.
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Map & Owner's Profile
A Bargain Price for a Marais's Jewel.
Year Purchased: 2005
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 27 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!
Owner's Map of Paris Arrondissement 4
I was born in France and I have lived in San Francisco now for 27 years. I live with my boyfriend in the Castro area of the City. I have an 18 year old son who just moved to New York City to go to French Culinary Institute. 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! :)
Property Photos
- a very comfortable "large" queen size bed - Paris, Ile-de-France, France Newly Renovated Apartment - Better than a Hotel!!!!
- Kitchen has refrigerator, sink, stove, microwave and dishwasher.."incréable" - Paris, Ile-de-France, France Newly Renovated Apartment - Better than a Hotel!!!!
- a great place to eat or to plug your computer into the free high speed internet - Paris, Ile-de-France, France Newly Renovated Apartment - Better than a Hotel!!!!
- A luxury hotel room with kitchen at less than a third of the price
- The armoire has two closets, three drawers, cable TV, stereo system and intenet
- lots of really good water pressure, no wimpy showers here
- refrigerator, microwave, dishwasher, stove top and coffee maker
- The building dates back to 1864
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