Champagne & cheese ready for relaxation in front of fireplace in Living Room
Location: Paris Arrondissement 7, Paris, Ile-de-France (Paris Area), France, Europe (2 blks from Seine/Eiffel Tower, around corner Rue Cler) View Map
Accommodations: Apartment, 2 Bedrooms + Den, 2 Baths (Sleeps 4-5)
Live like a true Parisian - in your own luxurious pied-a-terre! Whether it is a family with adult children (we don't rent to under 13 years of age) or two couples creating memories together and having the time of their lives, this spacious apartment, including a study/office with custom made queen sized "Murphy" bed, is perfect. Located in the highly desirable seventh arrondissement on famous rue Saint Dominique, you will be surrounded by designer shopping boutiques, a multitude of restaurants, and around the corner from the famous open market street rue Cler. But you will never hear the bustle of the street as your apartment is at the very back of the complex, surrounded by grass and courtyards. None of the rooms open to any street traffic and all windows are double glazed.
Wake to the sound of bells tolling from Eglise Saint Jean, leisurely start your morning by waking to the tempting smell and sweet aroma of the boulangerie located right next door where you can grab your daily croissant and head next door to the Colombus Cafe (one of the few completely non-smoking cafes) with your daily paper and your cup of cappuccino. After completing a full day of activities that Paris is famous for, you can home to relax in your own private apartment.
Stop for goat cheese at the fromagerie next door, pick a bottle of merlot from the wine shop across the street, grab your freshly baked bagette at the boulangerie and head upstairs. Kick your shoes off, build a fire in the living room, fill the tub with bubble bath and water, and call it a night. Who needs to go out? This home, our home, will welcome you with open arms. And when you are done relaxing, snuggle into your queen-size pillow-top bed with luxurious 600 count sheets and down filled duvet and pillows. Mmmmm . . . heaven on earth!
ADDITIONAL RENTAL INFORMATION: MINIMUM RENTAL:5 days/Off season;7 days/High season
50% Non-Refundable Deposit on Booking; Balance Due 60 Days Before Arrival;
Security Deposit via signed security agreement with credit card information.
Absolutely NO SMOKING or PETS, not even your guests. Kindly note that we do rent to people 13 years of age and older, thank you.
Vacation Rental Features
- Amenities
- Air Conditioning: Air conditioning in living room and fans in each bedroom (with remote control feature) and in kichen/dining room area
- Washer: In apartment and separate from dryer (much better than the single washer/dryer units that take forever to do a load)
- Dryer
- Linens Provided: All down pillows, mattress toppers and duvet stuffers are in down. Sheets are designer Egyptian cotton 600 thread count
- Wood Fireplace
- Elevator: Several steps up to reach elevator and down to access apartment
- Beds
- Queen Bed (2)
- Double Bed: Custom "built in" Murphy bed. This is NOT a sofa bed; it is extremely comfortable and we paid a fortunre for it. It does not "roll" up like a sofa bed which tends to be a very thin mattress where you can feel the bars while you are sleeping.
- Murphy Bed
- Entertainment
- Cable/Satellite TV: French channels in addition to CNN, CNBC, BBC, MTV, Turner Classic Movies
- DVD
- VCR
- Video Library: We provide several English language videos that run on European DVD
- CD Player
- Stereo System
- Music Library: We provide numerous CD's - both English and French language
- Kitchen
- Full Kitchen: All new stainless steel, top of the line appliances, including dishwasher, separate clothes washer and separate dryer, complete set of Villeroy & Bach service for 8, champagne, wine and water glasses, set of complete eating utensils for 12.
- Cooking Utensils Provided: All basic cooking/baking utensils as well as serving pieces for in apartment entertaining
- Refrigerator: top of the line Miele
- Dishwasher
- Microwave
- Catering Available: We can provide stocked refrigerator with wine, food, and specialty itmes as you desire as an added option
- View/Location
- Monument View: View of Eiffel Tower while lying in bed in Guest Bedroom with draperies open - you can see the nightly twinkling light display that occurs once per hour
- Communications
- Telephone: Four telephones, three portable. We also provide our guests a local French cellular phone for use during your visit. Guest simply adds desired Euros for as much or as little as they need
- Free Long Distance: Local US phone installed in apartment. All phone calls - local and long distance to US, Canada, Europe are FREE
- Cell Phone: We provide a local French portable cellular phone where guests simply buy the time needed for the duration of their stay
- Computer: We provide a color printer with paper - your own laptop must be provided to access
- Broadband Internet: DSL line installed
- WiFi (Wireless Internet): WIFI access in all rooms
- Other Amenities
- Working fireplace, FREE Phone calls to US, Europe, Canada,we provide a local cellular phone for guests and all you need to do is buy your own "talk time" in 5 Euro increments, AIR CONDOTIONER in living room, 3rd floor with elevator, security building with two digicodes, European towel warmers in each bathroom, All new stainless steel appliances, Coffee/Espresso & Latte maker, Large variety of Cooking Utensils and high quality dishes and linens for the gourmet cook and entertainer, granite countertops, Feather and down duvet and pillows, luxurious high thread-count designer linens
- Suitability
- No Pets Allowed
- Handicapped Accessible (may have limitations): We have an elevator but there are 7 steps up to the elevator and 7 going down from the elevator
- Not Suitable for Children
- Minimum Age Limit for Renters: Children minimum 12 years of age - please, no exceptions
- Smoking Not Allowed: Not even in outside or in courtyard, please.
- Activities (on site and nearby)
- Theme Park (Amusement Park)
- Shopping
- Sightseeing
- Restaurants
- Biking
- Health/Beauty Spa
- Antiquing
- Cinemas/Movie Theaters
- Live Theatre
- Museums
- Other Activities
- Around the corner from famous open-air pedestrian market street Rue Cler and Esplanade Des Invalides, 5 minute walk to Eiffel Tower and Trocadero, 2 blocks from Seine, 10 minute walk to Musee d'Orsay, numerous upscale boutiques, World Class Museums & Architecture, Gardens
Rate Details (In US Dollars)
Rental Rates for 2009: NOTE: We do not rent to chidren 12 years or younger
LOW SEASON: $550/nt for 4 people; 1 time fee $50 for 5th person or use of 3rd bed
LOW SEASON: Jan 04-Mar 31; Aug 01-Aug 31; Nov. 1-Nov 17; Nov 27-Dec 14.
HIGH SEASON: $595/nt for 4 people; 1 time fee $50 for 5th person or use of 3rd bed
HIGH SEASON: Apr 01-Jul 31; Sep 01-Oct 31; Nov 18-Nov 26; Dec 15-Jan 03.
MINIMUM Rental: 7 nights/high season; 5 nights/low; Discounts for 3+ Weeks - Ask
Note: Until confirmed, rates are subject to change without notice.
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Map & Owner's Profile
Year Purchased: 2006
Why the Owner Chose Paris Arrondissement 7
Why Paris? John and I fell in love with Paris 25 years ago on our "lune de miel". Ever since I was a teenager, I wanted to own a place in France. And the more you travel to Paris, the more you realize how much there is to learn and love about the place. There is a surprise around every corner no matter where you go. The architecture, the never ending list of musueums, the haute courture, the smell of freshly baked coissants on every corner, the view of Le Grande Dame standing sentry over the entire city, the meticulously manicured and dazzling color filled gardens of the Luxemborg and the Tuilleries, the sheer number of places to grab a romantic kiss, the list is endless . . . let us share our love of this quintissential city with you.
The Unique Benefits at this Apartment
One of the most enjoyable aspects of living on rue Saint Dominique is the communal feeling - living within a vibrant, active community. Rue Saint Dominique is a fascinating and "happening" street. But even though it's a bustling street, because we are 4 buildings from the main rue, with a courtyard garden backing up on our other side, you never hear the noise from the street. It's really the best of both worlds - many cafes, boulangeries, boutiques just a step out the front door without the accompanying noise and horn honking. It's so wonderful to come home after a long day of walking, sightseeing, shopping (or all of the above) and be able to kick off our shoes and relax in our very own apartment with plenty of room to visit and gab with friends or family.
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The Hotel Biron, a small intimate gorgeous 18 century mansion with a large garden houses this museum. And the gardens outside - only 1 Euro to enter - are a clam oasis from the bustle of Paris. Even h
This relatively new (2009) museum houses African, American & Asian art. But to me, the best part is the restaurant, LesHombres, which has fabulous food and the most unforgettable 180 degree views of t
Owner's Map of Paris Arrondissement 7
My husband John and I purchased our "little piece of heaven on earth" January of 2006. We have been married 25 years (2009) and have two wonderful sons, Christopher (2/26/86) and Matthew (8/26/88). John is a founding partner in Internet Research Group of Los Alots Hills, CA, a high tech marketing and internet research firm. He is an avid marathon runner, and just finished running his third Paris marathon April 5,2009. My personal passion is travel and especially anywhere in France but specifically in Paris. The family photo that you see was taken at my 50th birthday party at a private room at Le Louvre Museum and was probably one of the most memorable nights of my life. I'm a born Francophile and love all things French. Vive la France!
Property Photos
- Champagne & cheese ready for relaxation in front of fireplace in Living Room - Paris, France Apartment Rental
- Master Bedroom overlooking courtyard in soothing blue shades & orig. artwork - Paris, France Apartment Rental
- Living Room with lighted hutch, couch & antique mirror - Paris, France Apartment Rental
- Master bathroom with European towel warmers & deep luxurious tub for soaking
- Guest Bedroom facing Queen Bed with floor to ceiling fabric canope
- Dining Room set with china, linens & candles - ready for entertaining!
- Open area kitchen with SF artist Barb Willenbourg rendering of Eiffel Tower
- Kitchen with granite counter tops and custom colored French tiles
- Study room with custom built Double sized Murphy Bed opened
- Study room with open Murphy Bed facing custom built-in closet storage unit
- Rue Saint Dominique facing "Le Grande Dame" which greats you each morning.
- Hallway and lighted glass bookshelves and picture gallery
- Living room facing fireplace decorated for Christmas guests arrival
- Christmas at OurParisHome with tree decorated with twinkling clear lights
- Paris at dusk with setting sun taken by owner on Pont d'Alma near apartment
- Bienvenue to our Paris home! Fresh flowers, candle -- sit back and relax . .
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Karyn and Gary Ward , Auckland, New Zealand
Homeowner Response:
Karyn, what a nice surprise and what kind comments. I'm glad you liked the little gifts and that you had a memorable Christmas holiday. R&J
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, Charlotte, NC
Homeowner Response:
Judy, Thank you so much for writing your comments. It really helps other people when they see "real guest" comments and know that I'm not being prejudiced about our "little piece of heaven on earth". Merci beaucoup, Robin & John Katsaros, owners
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Billie Shepard , Mountain View, CA
Homeowner Response:
We're so glad you and your guests had the vacation of your life! Thank you for taking the time to add a comment to our Guest Book. Merci, Robin & John
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Heidi Mason , Palo Alto, CA
Homeowner Response:
Thank you for your kind and descriptive comments. We hope that you will chose OurParisHome on your next Parisian vacation. And thank you for referring our place to your friends - they have booked a week in February next year. Merci Beaucoup, John and Robin
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barbara willenborg , san francisco, ca
Homeowner Response:
I know you were concerned about the possibility of noise because we are located on a "happening street". But as I mentioned and tell all the guests, we are 4 buildings BACK from the main street, so it is extremely quiet. The only thing you hear in the morning is the local bells from the church around the corner.
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Bienvenue and Welcome to our Paris home. My husband John and I invite you to add your comments to our Guest Book. We read each and every one and we thank you for taking the time to do this. We thank you for sharing your comments of our own "piece of heaven on earth." Au revoir, Robin & John