Will come back

Guest: Bojana (Canada)
Date of Stay: 08/15/11 Review Submitted: 01/22/12

This is a cute, charming apartment, full of history. The excellent location helped me immensely. Being alone in Paris, I felt that safety is most important, and safe is how I felt. The location was perfect, a great starting point for everything you want to see. Apartment itself is full of character, very thoughtfully organized, and wi-fi and free phone to Europe and Canada were a great bonus. Above all, owners were more then helpful, giving me the tips about the stay there, sending detailed instructions on location, arranging shuttle... If (or when) I come back, I will be staying in one of their studios or apartments again.

Recommended for:Tourists without a car, sightseeing.

The Heart of Paris!

Guest: Ises (Oshawa. Ont. Canada)
Date of Stay: 04/27/11 Review Submitted: 06/08/11

April in Paris was, as we anticipated, wonderful! Thanks to Claude and Violaine, very gracious and helpful owners, we were well prepared to experience life as a Parisian and all the tips were invaluable. The free phone to Europe and North America was a huge bonus, as we were without internet. The location was perfect, we used the Paris Pass, including the metro, very convenient. (Be careful picking up the pass as the Paris location as the address numbers are NOT sequential.) We felt safe at all times and though the location is a bustling street, the apt is very quiet, overlooking a sunny courtyard. We would definately recommend this apt for an authentic Paris experience

Recommended for:Tourists without a car, sightseeing, age 55+.

really great location

Guest: osmerj (seattle, wa)
Date of Stay: 05/03/11 Review Submitted: 06/03/11

We recently stayed here and the location is great. Just a reminder for those who aren't used to travel in Paris: the flat is small - we did not mind this and were expecting it - plus, you're in Paris, what are you doing in your room? ;) Xavier Privas as a street is not so nice and I wouldn't recommend within a two block radius other than a crepe or gyro, but as far as a jumping place to see all of Paris, it is literally steps away from the river, major Metro stop, a supermarket, the Cluny etc. etc. Small glitches with internet and television, but local helper was helpful - also, bring your own towels.

Recommended for:Romantic getaway, sightseeing.

Wonderful Place

Guest: Nancy (Rio Vista, CA USA)
Date of Stay: 11/02/10 Review Submitted: 01/27/11

Perfect location and quiet. Nice and clean. No problem being a single women in her 70's alone. Shakespearn book store a true jewel. Be sure to go upstairs. Notre Dame I could stay all day. These were just a short walk from apartment. I walked everywhere and even tried their wonderful trains going outside of Paris. Taking shuttle service to apartment and back to airport was perfect. Easy and fast. Phone in apartment very good. Everything I needed was there.

Recommended for:Tourists without a car, sightseeing.

Perfect Location, Charming Room for Two!

Guest: Happy DC Vacationers (Washington, DC)
Date of Stay: 03/20/10 Review Submitted: 11/06/10

I highly recommend this cute studio apartment -- complete with exposed wood beams, comfy bed, little shower, and useful kitchen amenities. Could there be anything more romantic than a room overlooking a Parisian courtyard, quietly tucked away from the fun and lively streets of the Latin Quarter? My husband and I spent a fantastic week here, an easy walk or metro ride from anything we wanted to do in Paris (and easy to make our way by train to/from the airport). Yes, the room is small (as is the shower), but for us it was still far more pleasant (not to mention more private and less expensive) than a hotel room. The location really can't be beat; within 15 minutes of our arrival, we were already enjoying a picnic lunch in front of Notre Dame! The owner and property managers were extremely gracious and helpful, providing us not only with a well-maintained place to stay, but also excellent directions to local stores and sights. Between the local grocery store and our little kitchenette, we were able to have a lovely breakfast in our room each morning. The location also meant that we could pack in a full day of sightseeing but still come back for a midday rest if we wanted. In addition to all the usual Paris sights, a neighborhood highlight was enjoying a late-night dessert at a cafe down the block while looking up at the Church of Saint-Severin.

Recommended for:Tourists without a car, romantic getaway, sightseeing.

Wonderful

Guest: seamus1 (Cooperstown, NY)
Date of Stay: 09/16/10 Review Submitted: 10/16/10

Our first time to Paris and we could not have chosen a more engaging authentic experience. Behind the Green Door through the courtyard and up 37 steps to live within the walls of history. Le boulanger on the corner provided a great start to the day. Evenings in the park in front of Notre Dame and a bottle of wine to end the day just a few hundred yards from home. And yes indeed it was our home. Claude and Violaine, we must thank you for sharing and for all information you provided. These thoughtful considerations could not be found in any tour guide. Merci beaucoup. Nous reviendrons. Susan and Doug

Recommended for:Tourists without a car, adventure seekers, sightseeing.

Fantastic place!

Guest: Martha (Washington DC)
Date of Stay: 08/04/10 Review Submitted: 08/24/10

This was an amazing apartment right in the heart of the Latin quarter. Claude was extremely helpful and responsive throughout the whole process. This was my first time to Paris, and everything went perfectly. Our studio apartment on Xaviar Privas was small and charming. Next time I come to Paris I plan to stay at the same studio. My best friend and I could not have asked for a better home away from home. Big thanks to Claude!

Recommended for:Romantic getaway, adventure seekers, sightseeing, girls getaway.

You are a part of history

Guest: Misty (Seattle, WA)
Date of Stay: 06/15/10 Review Submitted: 07/06/10

I booked this place for my mom and my sister’s first vacation to Paris (I'm sure there will be more). I was only able to enjoy the quick responses and the great travel tips and information from the owners as I didn’t actually get to travel with them (this time). However, my mom and my sister had nothing but great things to say about their stay. They said the location couldn’t have been more perfect, the building was historical and amazing, and the property managers were extremely friendly as was the shuttle company that picked them up from the airport that Violaine set up. I will definitely book through Violaine and Claude in the future, and would highly recommend them to anyone traveling to Paris. They were so thoughtful, polite, and informative with every question I had. Merci!

Recommended for:Tourists without a car, romantic getaway, adventure seekers, sightseeing, age 55+, girls getaway.

Home away from Home

Guest: Pete 'n Anda (Simcoe, Ontario, Canada)
Date of Stay: 05/06/10 Review Submitted: 05/16/10

We felt very lucky to have found this studio to stay at during our latest visit to Paris. It was in a perfect location, close walking distance to everything we liked, especially Notre Dame! Love her bells! It was quiet, yet on a very active street. It was also totally equipped with everything we needed to feel like we were at home. The whole set up is very professional and well thought out, helping us do more on our budget. Thanks for all the tips Claude and Violaine! We had an awesome time in Paris and love this little studio with character. If those old beams could talk!

Recommended for:Tourists without a car, romantic getaway, adventure seekers, sightseeing, age 55+, girls getaway.

Guest: Pete 'n Anda (Simcoe, Ontario, Canada)
Date of Stay: 05/13/10 Review Submitted: 05/13/10

We felt very lucky to have found this studio to stay at during our latest visit to Paris. It was in a perfect location, close walking distance to everything we liked, especially Notre Dame! Love her bells! It was quiet, yet on a very active street. It was also totally equipped with everything we needed to feel like we were at home. The whole set up is very professional and well thought out, helping us do more on our budget. Thanks for all the tips Claude and Violaine! We had an awesome time in Paris and love this little studio with character. If those old beams could talk!

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