Valerie’s' Luxueux Studio! Latin Quarter in one word: DREAMY!
The photographs posted only give one a hint at the palatial environs’ you will be languishing in during your stay in Valerie's Flat in The Latin Quarter. Different shades of white accented with gold satin, natural original wood beams, beautiful tile work, a small but user friendly; state of the art cook-top, range & microwave oven, Clothes washing machine with an ingenious retractable clothes line to drip dry your garments while you are discovering Paris, Dish washer, iron & ironing board and a vacuum if you make a mess. Valerie’s Flat is all about the details: from the Venetian Plaster in the powder room with a large walk-in shower featuring a rain forest shower head with a hand held shower wand with great water pressure & plenty od hot water & the cut stone kitchen sink with its decorative 1800’s clock cleverly reinvented into a faucet. Three French windows on 2 different walls not only offer a comfortable cross breeze but a view & ol factory sensation of the enchanting World of yesteryear awaiting your discovery just three floors below. Within a 3 block radius you will find restaurants with cuisine from all corners of the world: Japanese, Mexican Istanbul, Greece, Italian & of course French Restaurants to accommodate any budget. There are so many Patisseries’ to choose from that we never revisited the same one twice in our 11 day search for the best croissant in Paris. There are markets right outside the door selling Fresh Seafood, Meats, Charcuterie, Foie Gras, Vegetables, Flowers & don’t get me started on the Fromageries & assortment of baguettes of bread & World Class Pasteries. And if you must, there are 2 American chain Starbucks close by. We found all the local Parisians to be lovely, charming & very helpful. Valerie’s Flat is conveniently located 2 blocks to the Metro & several bus lines. We were never in need to hire a Taxicab. From the start of our booking, through our entire 11 day stay, AIRBNB Host Extradinaire; VALERIE made herself & her aide-de-camp; Sonia, available to us as any need arose.
Yes, as others have pointed out; the staircase can be challenging with heavy luggage. However, Paris IS a walking City. There are interesting & daunting cobblestone streets & steps EVERYWHERE. If this is not your cup of tea, there’s always Sun City Arizona or, God forbid Las Vegas.
Most important to my fellow American travelers; when traveling abroad, never forget that you are a guest in someone else’s land. A small amount of courtesy by learning some basic French language is most appreciated & you will be rewarded with kindness & correct advice from locals. Valerie’s Flat is enchanting & its location drops you in the middle of a charming, working village from many centuries gone by. Embrace this sensory ambrosia. I promise you will be better for it & you will leave knowing that you MUST return.
BONVOYAGE!!!