Reflections in Blue

Reflections in Blue: Île-de-France

This apartment, in the heart of the Marais, is bright, quiet and comfortable – it’s exactly what you need from a place that’s within easy reach of Paris’ central sights. You’ll notice a restrained approach to the interior design; a stylish Scandi dining set provides a modern contrast to the intricate moulding details, a hint of the home’s grand past. Make like a local and idly sip your morning espresso by the enormous windows or recline on the couch with a dog-eared paperback. Munch on croissants with fresh fig jam, put together in your tidy kitchen or seek out a local café for a traditional Parisian breakfast. Your neighbourhood is renowned for its romantic cobblestone streets bursting with boutiques and jewellers – weave through narrow thoroughfares to the Maison de Victor Hugo, a seven-minute walk away or people-watch in Place des Vosges, the city’s oldest square. Unmistakable sights are within easy reach, too. The Notre Dame will take you a leisurely twenty minutes by foot, while the dazzling Palais Garnier is a quick eight-minute trip on the metro – catch Line 7 from the Pont Marie (Cité des Arts) stop.

Home truths:
*Guests five and six would be on a sofa bed in the living room – if you’re looking for a home with ample space for socialising, we’d recommend this home for four guests only
*Please note, there is only one bathroom
*The home is on the second floor with no lift access so you should come prepared to climb fifty steps
*There is no air-conditioning in this home
*The dining table doubles as a workspace
*A cot and high chair can be hired for a fee of €80 each – please request when booking
*Optional extras include a luggage carrier for €40, extra cleaning at €25 per hour, extra bed linen for €25, extra bath towels for €10 and Nespresso pods for €7
*Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport is around fifty-five minutes away by car