Chapéu!

Chapéu!: Île-de-France

In the artsy Le Marais neighbourhood of Paris, you’re well-placed to explore typically Parisian boulevards and narrow streets packed with bistros, art galleries and boutiques. Further afield you’ll find Notre Dame cathedral a twenty-minute stroll away and the Filles du Calvaire metro stop is a six-minute walk, so you can explore every corner of the City of Lights with ease. Don't let the 17th-century exterior fool you; in artistic terms, this bijou apartment is a work of minimalist, modern art. Bright white walls allow the view of the (very quiet) courtyard from big French windows to be the main focus. Herringbone floor is a nod to traditional and the overall feel is something of an artist’s studio. The kitchen is a picture of sleek modernity in monochrome black against white and not a hint of clutter. Bar stools at the breakfast bar with pedals and a bike chain add a bit of quirkiness a la Tour de France.

Home truths:
*Although there is a sliding door between the bedroom and living area, this place has the feel of a (very spacious) studio apartment
*There isn't any artwork on the walls or personal trinkets around so this place is for those who love minimalism
*A laptop-friendly desk sits in the window of the apartment
*The apartment is south-facing so gets plenty of sunlight throughout the day, but this might be a wake-up call in the morning
*There is no parking with this apartment but paid, public parking is available nearby
*This apartment has its own entrance for a shared courtyard