I can not thank Jean-Jacques enough for sharing his home with us. After many trips to Paris, I was able to experience a unique view of the city that few Parisiens are even able to enjoy.
It is difficult to explain how quiet and peaceful early morning sunrise is on the Seine with a cup of coffee. Afternoons are bustling along what is truly a main artery of the city, while evenings are primarily the dinner party cruises wanting just a few hours of what you enjoy when staying on the houseboat. We had a front row unobstructed view of Lady Liberty in Paris and were able to drink wine from the deck and peak around the side at the twinkling lights of the Eiffel Tower in the evening. We had a truly magical stay and we were well taken care of by Jean- Jacques and his charming children who checked us in and out of the house.
We are “boat people” and live on the water. Therefore, we were fully aware of some of the quirks that comes with that type of accommodation. There will be some rocking with large waves (you are on the water). The entrance through the tunnel and up and down steps to the lower floor bedrooms can present a bit of challenge to the elderly and the disabled but we were aware and were able to confidently navigate those challenges during our stay. Jean- Jacques is amazingly communicative and responsive, if you have any questions I encourage you to reach out. He is always quick to answer.