I stayed in Heilen’s Paris flat with my 2 daughters (aged 12 & 16) for a week during our family summer holiday during late June, early July 2022. Simply put, it was a wonderful experience.
If you’re looking for a truly authentic Parisian experience, this is it.
The main living space (as well as the little bedroom) have big windows that open fully to let in the summer breezes, the sounds of chiming church bells, the cooing of doves and the calls of seagulls.
We also loved watching the light fade in the evenings across the rooftops - as this flat is on the top floor of the building, and looks out into a courtyard (so it’s quiet as well, which is a big plus).
The flat seems to be recently renovated with a modern bathroom and kitchen. It’s very tastefully decorated and the kitchen has modern appliances - but they can be a little tricky to figure out. For example, the cooktop wouldn’t function until you actually placed a pan or pot on the cooktop surface. That’s different from most appliances in the U.S.
The flat’s location is perfect and very close to many of the most well-known Parisian attractions.
The River Seine, the Louvre, Notre Dame and Sainte-Chapelle are all a short 10 minute walk away. And located all around you are cafes, brasseries, patisseries and art galleries. The Latin quarter is also a short walk away, as is Le Jardin de Luxembourg.
The hostess, Heilen, was always very responsive to texts and was very helpful.
I highly recommend this property for your Paris stay. It’s a true gem, and will give you an unforgettable experience that I’m sure you’ll fondly remember for many years to come.