Mae & Harvey

Mae & Harvey: Île-de-France

Minimalist and modern, this stylish apartment is just the ticket for a stay in Paris. Begin your days with croissants and coffees at the roomy dining table, all the while admiring the bustling street view out the large sash windows. Following an afternoon of exploring, come home and take a quick snooze on the blush pink sofa or in one of the stylish bedrooms. Then, once you're feeling well-rested, head out for a night on the town. Les Halles is a lively neighbourhood with plenty of bars, restaurants, cafes and even jazz clubs to idle away the evening in. Whether you're dining on classic French cuisine or sipping wine in a picturesque bistro, this area is ripe with things to do. As an added bonus, a few of Paris' most famous landmarks are within walking distance – the Louvre is fifteen minutes away, the breathtaking Jardin des Tuileries are twenty minutes on foot, and Réaumur-Sébastopol station is just around the corner when you want to go further afield.

Home truths:
*You may hear some noise in the evenings from the bars downstairs *The second bedroom has glass windows that overlook the living area – there are curtains, but it’s not the most private room *The toilet is separate from the bathroom and shower *As this is the host’s home, some spaces – like cabinets and closets – may be off-limits