I have a Parisian friend who lives in the north of Paris, and when he came over to visit me in this apartment, he was blown away by the view and said “do you realize this is one of the most famous views in Paris?” He was incredulous, “how did you find this place?” he asked. So first off, spend some time appreciating the hustle and bustle of Saint-Germain below the fourth floor windows, possibly while enjoying a Parisian breakfast of bread and fresh cheese and butter, jam, and berries😉.
The apartment is decorated in a very romantic way by its Moroccan owner, and includes a full Arabian living area (which can be turned into beds) in addition to a comfy sofa in the main living space. The art is original or antique prints, mostly referencing orientalist themes, a huge contrast to many of the cheaply furnished Parisian apartments I see on Airbnb.
The owner’s grandson Rayane was instantly responsive to any text message and check in was easy.
We never really used the kitchen which is more of a bar. If you are planning on doing a lot of cooking this place is probably not for you, but who wants to cook when in Paris? Go enjoy duck confit or a great salad, go shopping at one of the many shops within a block or two (it’s like Soho), visit the gorgeous church across the street and listen for its wonderful bells.
Full of authentic character, this apartment was a delightful respite and we very much appreciated its charm.