.8th Champs Elysees holiday apartment

The description of the apartment is accurate and more. A welcome surprise was that the bathroom is big. To sum it up, we were well pleased.

It was a bonding trip for three sisters. One sister brought along her 6-year old. The apt was perfect for our group who can all move around freely (with consideration, of course) ... passing the bedroom for the bathroom inside the bedroom, puttering in the kitchen, and using the 2 sleeping beds in the living room as sofas for hanging out. We did not need much privacy, so it was like a slumber party when we are all out in the living room. When sleep time came, it was easy because the apt was so quiet and the beds comfortable.

The view at night was stunning, of course. We enjoyed great sunny weather, so in the morning, the sunlight coming into our "penthouse" was just glorious. We liked to think we were in a penthouse because we were at the top, which kept the apt private ... no need to close curtains although the apt was wrapped in balcony separated by glass picture-windows/doors.

The location is superb for exploring the city leisurely. If we do not feel like going far for the day, we have everything within walking distance. The Monoprix is so close, convenient for basic or emergency items to bring into the apt (grocery items, toiletries, a scarf, etc). Going to the major department stores Galeries Lafayette and Printemps is very convenient. If you shopped too much and prefer not to walk back with the load, taxi is only 5 euros (avoid rush hour). Specialty shopping is also easy walking. Cafes and restaurants are around the corner. There is a small playground by the apt and many major parks nearby to balance a traveling child's enjoyment.

If you're ready to explore all of Paris, the metros are close by. The hub point for the Open Bus/Boat Tour is also easy walking distance from the apt. I always think the bus tour is a good first thing to do because one gets to see the main tourist spots and neighborhoods, and then pick what to explore more thoroughly.

If you want to do touristy or upscale activities on a first visit, this apt is perfect headquarters. If you prefer to do the local scene, you can then choose what to experience without being limited to a specific neighborhood. Marais? St-Germaine-des-Pres? Montmartre? You may not wake up to the sounds of an open market at this chic 8th, but any more local-flavored neighborhood is just a metro ride away for a day's exploring. Stay and start here!

This was our first trip to Paris and we feel really fortunate to have found such a wonderful place to stay. The apartment is ideally situated close to St Lazare station and everything we needed was within walking distance or a short train ride away. The apartment was delightful, nicely furnished and it had a lovely atmosphere that meant that you felt that you were staying with friends in the heart of Paris - something that you could not possibly gain from a hotel stay. Claire greeted us on our arrival and made us feel at home straightaway. We needed self catering so that we could manage a dietary requirements and this was an ideal apartment with a good, well stocked kitchen area which looked out onto the cupola of a church, particularly wonderful in the early morning and at night. This is a superb place to stay for a short break and our time here has certainly encouraged us to come back again (and again…..). Our thanks to Claire who made it all seem easy, welcoming and fun.

This charming Paris apartment is in the central 8th arrondissement, a most desirable location. It is close to some of the best shopping in Paris, lovely small galleries, the Parc Monceau and is within two minutes of St. Lazare Station if you want to take a day trip to Chartres or Versailles. Claire, the owner, is pleasant and helpful.
The apartment is on an upper floor and has a balcony with very nice views of the dome of St. Augustin, the city and rooftops - perfect for relaxing with a glass of wine at the end of the day. The apartment is very quiet, day and night, and is very clean, its comfortable furniture is in very good shape, the kitchen is well equipped and there is plenty of room to spread out. It also has reliable, free WiFi Internet.
We stay there every time we visit Paris. For the price it's unbeatable.

We spent a most enjoyable 10 days in this apartment. The view is certainly stunning and the apartment is awash with light most of the day. We found it a very comfortable stay and were very quickly settled in. Getting around is easy - although there are lots of buses and Metro stops around - Paris is a great city to explore on foot. Leaving the apartment in almost any direction takes you to an interesting area. Around the apartment there are lots of shops, bars and restaurants. We also found the Internet connection very useful.
Can't wait to go back again!

My sister and I stayed in this lovely apartment for 5 days in Nov. 2008. We picked this apartment over many others because of its height (9th floor), its awesome views on the St. Augustin church, and its light and bright windows. The apartment owner's hospitality was an added touch that made our stay wonderful in every way! The apartment is full of sunlight (even on our dreary rainy Paris days) and if you plan to go to Paris in good weather, you will LOVE the balcony that overlooks the church for a glass of wine and some cheese at day's end. The beds were comfortable, the bath fully equipped including hair dryer and iron, and the apartment very very quiet. Having a washing machine was a plus for us and in warmer weather clothes could have dried handily on the large balcony. The kitchen was more than adequate for our needs, the building quiet but in a wonderfully accessible area, with two key subway lines within 5 minutes walk. What we might remember most from our visit is setting our alarms to watch the historic election returns on CNN for Obama's election! Thank you and felicitations to our hostess for her classic French hospitality!