I loved staying in Helene’s place. It’s stylish, thoughtfully decorated, understated and beautiful. When you walk into the apartment, the room is filled with light. Waking up to the sunrise over those rooftops was such a beautiful experience - I’ll never forget it!
The apartment is well-stocked with anything you need for a comfortable stay. Plenty of towels and linens, an excellent kitchen, the cutest elevator! The toilet and shower are separate, which is really great if you’re traveling in a group or even as a couple. The shower is roomy, with great water pressure.
The apartment is in a wonderful Montmartre location, with spectacular views and easy accessibility to transportation into central Paris as well as close proximity to all the local points of interest. Nothing is inconvenient to reach, but you’re not in the center of the hubbub surrounding the Basilica.
The rooftop terrace deserves its own paragraph - it’s magical! I was there just as flowers started to bloom and all of the greenery was creeping into the surrounding plants. So stunning! Sitting up there was such a wonderful day to unwind after a busy day of sightseeing. You hear the sounds of the city, but you’re up high enough that they’re sort of background noise. I loved the feeling that I was in the busyness of Paris, yet I had a tranquil, private outdoor retreat. Hearing the church bells from up there is quite special.
I hope to return to Helene’s place one day. My week there was just so good!