“Unforgettable weekend in Paris” I was apprehensive about booking an apartment on the opposite side of the world, but it was everything that it said it would be and more. The details for checking in we received were great and the location and cleanliness was excellent and we would recommend it to our family and friend and would like to return again someday.

“A delightful apartment in the best location and a very easy way” FlipKey and the owner Eric were very easy to deal with and made everything seamless and pleasant. It was clear every step what was expected. When to pay the deposit and the second payment. How to pay was clear and the system worked smoothly. We also knew how much to bring for a security deposit and what currency to use. Eric was gracious and informative when we met him and by email. Australians hear all sorts of horror stories about the size of European rooms and we were delighted at how spacious the apartment was, including the well appointed and set out bathroom. The pictures on the website were accurate and the furniture, fittings and general amenities exceeded our expectations in comfort and standard. It is a home, not a rented apartment. There was plenty of room for luggage which all travellers have. The location is understated. It is so close to Notre Dame, the trains and the tourist buses. It makes you feel like you are right in the middle of Paris. Yet being at the back of the building with a garden it is quiet and peaceful. Lots of restaurants, cafes and shops within an easy distance. The taxi rank is right outside the door. I loved the location. I loved that it did not feel like a hotel. I loved that it felt French. It was the perfect experience we wanted. It felt like value for money and I would recommend to anyone and would certainly stay here again.

“A great apartment in a great city” We loved the compact and bijoux apartment. We got fit climbing to the 6th floor each day but it was great being at the top for the views.Wonderful bakery on the corner of the street and Hotel du Nord further up the canal serves great food.

“Live like a Parisian” I stayed in two of Didier's apartments. The first night we stayed in his one bedroom. This is a decent sized apartment with old Parisian charm such as wood floors. It is a good size for 2 to 4 people (second bed is in living room). The next 4 nights we stayed in his' two bedroom apartment in an adjacent building. It is large and spacious (except for the toilet room and bathroom, which are quite small). One large bedroom looks out onto the main street making it a very bright and cheerful room, but is very quiet because of the double glass door/window used to insulate the sound. The second bedroom is a little smaller and has a window on the inner courtyard of the building. The kitchen is modern and has all of the necessities. The location is on the boarder of the 7th and 15th districts, and a few short blocks from the metro. While the location is not in the center of the tourist areas, I enjoyed the location. Didier was a great host and very helpful. The only negative is both apartments could use a good spring cleaning. There is some mold in the bathrooms, but mostly I would define the dirt as every day living sort of dirt. Bottom line I feel like I got a good sense of what it is like to live in Paris. Thanks Didier.

“Everything we wanted in an apt. and more” This is a lovely ground-floor apartment overlooking a sunny, gated Parisian courtyard complete with trees and flowering plants. We've stayed on Rue Cler and found it overrun with tourists. We wanted to experience a more authentic Paris. We found it. The warm neighbors, the scrumptious bakery next door, and the proximity to public transit also enhanced our stay. The decor is warm, comfortable and inviting--in contrast to the many sterile apartments that we have seen listed on the internet. It feels like a home. We thoroughly enjoyed our time there and would return in a heartbeat.

“There is a wonderful apartment in the heart of Paris that deserves attention.” There is a wonderful apartment in the heart of Paris that deserves attention. We fell in love years ago with Paris and have returned to the city many times to explore its many attractions and to share in the spirit of the city. Usually, when being in Paris we have stayed in hotels. On our last trip this past Spring we were able to rent a delightful apartment in the heart of Paris which provided us with a different perspective of being in Paris.. The apartment is in the 2nd Arrondisement, part of a historic complex of flats that is accessed from a cobble stoned street (rue D’Argout), and by walking through a large wooden blue entry door which brings you to a beautiful courtyard and from there to the apartment. From the moment we entered the apartment we felt at home. Our host, Martine of "Martinn keys 2 Paris" met us promptly as planned and as a kind and genial host made sure we were welcome and comfortable in the apartment.. A shuttered window allowed the mid morning sun to filter into the lovely sitting room. The kitchen was spotless and inviting,with a place for everything we could need, even a juicer to make our morning "citron presse" (freshly squeezed lemon juice).. A delicious hot meal was waiting for us as well as breakfast for the following morning. The bedroom and bathroom were fresh and clean with a lovely bath and shower. There was even a stacked washer and dryer. Martine took the time to make sure we had our bearings, highlighted current exhibitions that we might wish to see, referred us to local bakeries and fresh food stores, restaurants and specialty shops. Even before our arrival she helped me (Win) source a serene yoga studio less than few minutes away from our apartment. (info@ecoledeyogasaraswati-paris.fr) The apartment is located in an area that is filled with the pulse and rhythm of Parisian life throughout out the day and late into the evening. The streets around the apartment, notably Rue Montorgueil and rue Monmarte are inviting and bustling with cafes allowing one to enjoy the eclectic mix of Parisians going about their day, friends enjoying each others company and visitors seizing the moment. At the end of each day of discovering new parts of Paris, behind the great wooden blue door, our lovely apartment waited. The night life of the area may well have continued into the morning hours, but we nevertheless enjoyed the quiet and good night sleep allowing us to be refreshed and ready for a next day. The Marais district (including the Picasso Museum), the Palais Royale, the Louvre Museum with its Jardins des Tuilleries and the Left Bank are all a few steps away from the apartment. Martine thank you once again for your hospitality, friendship and for the genuine care you took to make our stay in Paris so memorable. A la prochaine Till next time, Win and Walter Kuplowsky May/June 2015 Toronto , Canada Martinn + 33 6 23 55 34 82 info@key2paris.com http://www.key2paris.com rue d'argout 75002 Paris

“Truly Wonderful!” This lovely apartment was everything I imagined it would be.. and more. The location was ideal - within walking distance to all the places we had on our list. The place itself exuded the charm of Paris with modern conveniences and the warm, rich ambience of home. It was wonderful coming back at the end of the day to relax here. I would definitely come back again and highly recommend it to anyone looking for a wonderful place to stay.

“Clean, spacious, nice concierge, and so quiet that the mice must” We had a five night stay in this nicely located apartment a block from the Bastile. Madame andré, the concierge was delightful and most helpful with explaining all about the apartment. The apartment was nicely furnished and the couches and bed were comfortable; the TV and all the appliances were all up to date and worked fine. This unit has two bathrooms, both with a stall shower and a toilet, most unusual for a one bedroom unit. The kitchen is fully furnished, though we didn't do any serious cooking; we never could figure out the microwave, but the washer worked fine. We were but two but the hide a bed couch or couches could accommodate more and the unit is so spacious there is plenty of room for four persons easily. There is no street noise whatsoever, this is a quiet place for sleep and relaxing. This is not the Four Seasons or such, but there is real Parisian charm here for those who want it. Superior onion soup in the small café directly across the boulevard. We would stay here again without question should we be able to return to Paris. In summary, our most memorable place to stay in Paris in our several visits. We recommend it without question. The owner is also very communicative and helpful.