Living room with sleeper sofa, love seat, French windows, desk and bookcase.
Location: Paris Arrondissement 12, Paris, Ile-de-France (Paris Area), France, Europe
Accommodations: Apartment, 2 Bedrooms + Convertible bed(s), 1 Bath (Sleeps 4-5)
Keywords: Apartment
Bienvenue! This apartment building was constructed by my great-grandfather in the 1930s. Our family has enjoyed many wonderful times here.
This 2 bedroom apartment is lovely, spacious, and sunny.
Features:
-Upscale, safe, and quiet neighborhood.
-Gated and secure building
-Elevator
-Complete kitchen: all pots and pans, dishwasher, microwave, stove/oven, almost an American-sized refrigerator, even dry foods and herbs and spices.
-2 bedrooms, each with a double bed PLUS sofa bed in living room
-Entry hall with table and mirror
-Tall French windows in every room, with a double exposure to 2 quiet courtyards
-Living Room has a dining table with seating for 6.
-Cable TV with hundreds of channels (including English, German, Italian, and Arabic channels)
-High speed internet connection for your laptop.
-Washer/Dryer combo in kitchen
-Iron/ironing board, hairdryer
-Towels, sheets, and blankets.
-Books, games, and dozens of Paris maps and guidebooks for you to borrow.
-WC (toilet and sink) and bathroom (sink, bathtub/shower) are in separate rooms inside the apartment so that one person doesn’t occupy both at one time.
This apartment is located on the South-Eastern side of Paris, in Saint Mande. It is a 2 minute walk to the Metro line #1 (Saint Mande station), which is the best Metro line since it runs through the heart of Paris. It's a direct ride to many attractions in Paris. It is about a 15 minute ride to the city center- by time you sit down and look at your guidebook, you've arrived.
The apartment is a 1 minute walk to the Monoprix supermarket, and there are cafes, a chocolate shop, and boutiques very close to the apartment as well. The apartment is a 2 minute walk to a large park called the Bois de Vincennes, which has a lake and pony rides for kids. There is a medieval castle (Bois de Vincennes) is a half-mile away and has a moat and dungeon.
The local Farmer’s Market sets up outside the Saint Mande Metro station every Thursday and Sunday morning and has fresh fruits, vegetables, meat, seafood, and flowers. This ‘marche’ is a centuries-old tradition, held rain or shine, and is just delightful.
Vacation Rental Features
- Amenities
- Washer
- Dryer
- Linens Provided
- Elevator
- Beds
- Double Bed (2)
- Convertible Bed
- Crib : Pack and Play
- Entertainment
- Cable/Satellite TV
- TV (No Cable/Satellite)
- CD Player
- Stereo System
- Kitchen
- Full Kitchen : This kitchen is complete- there are even dried goods and herbs and spices for you to use.
- Cooking Utensils Provided
- Refrigerator
- Dishwasher
- Microwave
- Communications
- Telephone
- Broadband Internet : High speed internet service with your laptop.
- Other Amenities
- Iron and Ironing Board, Hair Dryer, Soap and Shampoo, even Books to Borrow.
- Suitability
- No Pets Allowed
- Smoking Not Allowed
- Activities
- Shopping
- Restaurants
- Cinemas/Movie Theaters
- Museums
- Other Activities
- Supermarket, Chocolate Shop, Lovely Park with a Lake, Medieval Castle, Main Metro Access, Zoo
Rate Details (In US Dollars or Euros)
January 2nd-April $175/night
May-July $195/night
August-December 14th $175-night
December 15th- January 1st $195/night
$100 cleaning fee for stays 2 nights or less
Note: Until confirmed, rates are subject to change without notice.
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Owner's Profile
The Unique Benefits of this Apartment
Feel like a real Parisian- stay in an apartment in a residential area!
This apartment has a code box on the front door, so there's no key to arrange to pick up. Just let yourself in.
Property Photos
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- 2 person bedroom - 12 Opera Bastille, Paris, Ile-de-France, France Vacation Accommodation
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- Large dining room table, TV and stereo
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- Large and bright kitchen with all appliances, pots & pans, utensils, even herbs!
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- The apartment expands the depth of the building and has 2 courtyard views.
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- Nearby outdoor cafe
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- The lovely park, the Bois de Vincennes, is down the street.
Traveler Reviews (34)
A lovely apartment in a great neighborhood.
Guest: Alfredo G.
(San Diego, CA)
Date of Stay: 07/15/11
Review Submitted: 07/25/11
The apartment is well appointed with all the necessities you may need, the subway is a block and half away and takes you to nearly to every attraction Paris has to offer. The owner was very helpful with information and was always answered our mails fast and to the point. We had a great time in Paris and a great part of it was the fact that we had worry free place to crash after every long and fun day. Thanks Jennifer!
Recommended for:Romantic getaway, tourists without a car, people with disabilities, sightseeing, girls getaway, age 55+, families with young children, families with teenagers.
Beautiful St Mande
Guest: Chris
(scotland)
Date of Stay: 07/08/11
Review Submitted: 07/13/11
We really enjoyed our time at this apartment. St Mande is a fabulous area - not busy but with enough cafes, boutiques and boulangeries around. There is a large Monoprix and a Picard (fantastic ready prepared meals for when you decide to eat at home). There is also a wonderful park nearby. Being on line 1, you can scoot to the centre and the sites in a matter of minutes. we really liked returning to the apartment and the calm after the bustle of the centre. The apartment itself as exactly as described. not luxurious but comfortable and very spacious for Paris. All in all, great value for a great Parisian neighbourhood.
Recommended for:Sightseeing, age 55+, families with young children.
Paris
Guest: Shrise
(Jones, OK)
Date of Stay: 06/09/11
Review Submitted: 06/27/11
My family of 5 stayed at this rental for 4 nights. Jennifer provided excellent instructions to us for locating the unit. The rental was clean and well maintained. It was close to the train station and the bakery was close by. The unit was accurately reflected in the photos. Having a washer and internet were great features that made our stay much more enjoyable. Jennifer gave us several suggetions via email that were helpful while touring Paris. I would recommend this unit for other families.
Recommended for:Tourists without a car, girls getaway, families with teenagers.
Our Home Away from Home in Saint Mande - Absolutely Wonderful!!!
Guest: Jacquie & Steve
(St. Petersburg, Florida / USA)
Date of Stay: 11/18/10
Review Submitted: 11/29/10
We just arrived home after a 9 day stay in this lovely apartment in Saint Mande. Everything is just as pictured in the ad, and the apartment is warm, comfortable and a great base from which to explore Paris. Additionally, the apartment was very clean when we arrived. Jennifer was totally helpful before our stay and during our time there -- we had some connection problems with the internet when we arrived, but there is a contact person in the building, so after explaining the situation, they were kind enough to call Jennifer, who contacted us immediately. Everything you need is within a 5-10 minute walk. We visited Monoprix several times and loved the food and produce there as well as at the stands in the neighborhood. Transportation is excellent, with Metro Line 1 a couple of blocks away, Bus 56 (which stopped literally in front of the apartment) and Bus 86 nearby. There was always plenty of hot water for our morning showers and places to put all our toiletries. The bed was comfortable and the flannel sheets were a welcome touch because it was cold during our visit. There is no street noise because the apartment is set back behind another building. Cooked a few meals and found the kitchen was amply stocked and all appliances worked just as the instructions which were left. We loved having the two bedrooms, and used the second bedroom only for our suitcases and coats. The apartment is roomy with comfortable furniture. We couldn't have asked for more. The Bois de Vincennes is about 5 minutes walk from the apartment and is lovely. In short, we would recommend the apartment to couples as well as families and have already recommended it to another frequent Paris traveler. Thanks again Jennifer -- we had an absolutely fabulous time and really enjoyed our stay !!!!!!!
Recommended for:Romantic getaway, tourists without a car, people with disabilities, sightseeing, age 55+, families with young children.
Absolutely wonderful !!!!
Guest: Eagle eyes
(New Port Richey, Fl. USA)
Date of Stay: 10/23/10
Review Submitted: 11/12/10
It was so relaxing to have an apartment to come back to after a hectic day sightseeing in Paris. The area & apartment are exactily as Jennifer described in her listing. The metro was very convenient for travel and the neighborhood stores had everyting a shopper could want to purchase. Jennifer is a pleasure to work with - very helpful and accommodating when we asked for extra time at the apartment. She also left directions on how to operate the tv, washing machine, etc. so that there were no questions as to how to operate the apartment equipment. We had a wonderful time in the apartment and would definitely recommend the accommodation to anyone wanting an apartment in Paris. We would definitely stay there again.
Recommended for:Tourists without a car, sightseeing, age 55+, families with young children.
Great Paris Experience
Guest: Shawn
(Louisville, CO USA)
Date of Stay: 06/05/10
Review Submitted: 06/18/10
What a great location from which to explore Paris! We spent five nights in this apartment. It was comfortable and quiet, well equipped for our family of four. The grocery is a couple minutes away, and the Thursday/Sunday Market at the St. Mande Metro station has lots of great fresh produce, meat and baked goods. We were first time Paris vacationers and the #1 Metro line, which provides direct access to many great Paris sites, is five minutes walk. Other lines are accessible from the #1 as well, making seeing all of Paris easy (in addition to access to and from the airports via the RER train). We would definitely stay in Jennifer's apartment again.
Recommended for:Romantic getaway, tourists without a car, sightseeing, adventure seekers, girls getaway, age 55+, families with young children, families with teenagers.
near Bois the Vincennes
Guest: Astroclay
(west hartford, CT)
Date of Stay: 04/24/10
Review Submitted: 04/28/10
Jennifer, your cozy apartment gave my family and I a memorable experience. Your directions to the apartment was explicit and simple to follow. The location was ideal. We had a chance to experience a typical Parisien day- from stopping at Cafe le Cyrano for a cup of creme to purchasing food at the Monoprix and the Sunday farmer's market. The Bois the Vincennes is a lovely place for a picnic and for my son and husband to practice baseball. We felt safe there even when walking home from the Metro at 1:30am. The apartment itself is clean and spacious. I will definitely stay there again. Many thanks from the Felice family
Recommended for:Tourists without a car, age 55+, families with young children, families with teenagers.
Guest: Nora
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Date of Stay: 04/28/10
Review Submitted: 04/28/10
Email received 4/28/10: Dear Jennifer,I want to let you know that my family and I had a fantastic experience in Paris, thanks in part to your cozy apartment in St. Mande. Your home gave us a slice of Parisien life seldom experienced by tourists, I hate to mention anything good about your place on VRBO, fearing that too many people will know about it so that the next time I'm there I won't have a chance of renting it. However, I will be unselfish and place an honest comment on VRBO. Your place is the best kept secret in Paris.Many thanks,Nora Lee
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Guest: Dan
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Date of Stay: 03/20/10
Review Submitted: 03/20/10
Email received 3/18/10: Jennifer, Thank you so much for your apartment in Paris. It was a cherished experience, and you have a very comfortable apartment in a wonderful location. As you know one of my greatest concerns was how safe a location it was located in. We didn't have the least bit of concern for safety. It is in a very upscale section of Paris, and on a very public street (yet protected from the noise of the street by the building in front) with all the building security that anyone would need. We appreciate your cousin giving us permission to leave our luggage in the apartment until late afternoon on checkout day, and hope that didn't cause any conflict with the cleaning service, or with guests that were to use the apartment after we left. We had a wonderful time in Paris, and your apartment was one of key elements of that great experience. Truly a glimpse into the Parisian lifestyle!!! We Loved it. Dan
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Guest: Kim, Lisa, and Dena
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Date of Stay: 03/14/10
Review Submitted: 03/14/10
Email received 3/13/10: Thank you, Jennifer, for a lovely stay in St. Mande. We stayed Feburary 11th to the 15th--right in the middle of winter. Your apartment was so comfortable, warm, SPACIOUS, luminous, and perfect. The beds were comfortable; the apartment is quiet; and it felt so good after a day exploring to return to our "home away from home." From the explicit and handy directions, to the site-seeing books, to the handy kitchen, everything went so smoothly. The neighborhood is lovely for walking, site-seeing, and shopping, as well as convenient to the Metro. We truly appreciate your hospitality. Finally, you were so helpful in answering email questions and the deposit and payment process was so secure and convenient. We hope we left everything in good order, and turly appreciated the great value of your property. Thanks again for helping to make our girls' vacation a memorable one. Sincerely, Kim, Lisa, and Dena Tempe, Arizona
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