The French Touch

The French Touch: Île-de-France

With views out onto the green courtyard, you wouldn't think this south-facing Parisian hideaway is just a three-minute walk away from the iconic Champs-Élysées. Boasting a refined setting in a prime location for shopping, fine dining and sightseeing, the classic French touch abounds here. Quality is of the essence – think quartz kitchen worktops, fluffy bath towels, satin bed sheets and carefully selected works of art. And every detail is taken care of, from high-speed wifi and luxe toiletries down to the Nespresso machine for your morning cup of coffee. We loved how bright, quiet and serene the living space was – if it weren't for the great location, we'd never want to leave. Speaking of locales, when you're ready to see what Paris has to offer, you'll be spoilt for choice. This is one of the city's most sought-after neighbourhoods, where museums, monuments and world-class boutiques are around every corner. Stroll five minutes to the Arc de Triomphe and climb to the top for some of the best views in Paris or get your culture game on with an exhibition at Palais de Tokyo, seventeen minutes away on foot (even less by metro). For those wanting a quintessential Parisian experience, look no further.

Home truths:
*This apartment is part of a residence with a front desk open 8am to 11pm and a night security service – the lobby is shared with other guests
*You'll be located on the fifth floor but fear not – there's a lift
*While there's only one bedroom, the two bathroom set up allows this home to comfortably sleep up to four guests (with two on the sofa bed in the living room)
*A cot may be available on request – we suggest getting in touch with the host if you do plan on bringing any little ones with you
*No on-site parking is provided, but you can pay to park in a public lot nearby – that said, we don't think a car is needed, as the metro and many sights are within walking distance
*You can work remotely on a laptop at the dining table