My husband and I spent 8 nights at Philippe’s amazing loft.
I am a designer, my husband is a photographer, we try to find places when we travel that are minimal and inspiring. Philippe’s place was like that! Wonderfully decorated, comfortable and authentic.
The different levels are incredible, and allows us space to spread out. I had a bit to work to do, so I was able to do it in the mezzanine space while my husband relaxed in the bedroom or the living room.
Access to the place could not be easier. Once you punch in the code from the main entrance located in the street, you enter to a courtyard and the entrance to the place is right there. Very accessible and safe.
Location is fantastic. Lots of great restaurants nearby and wonderful natural wine bars :).
There are two bedrooms and the sofa opens to be a double bed. We didn’t need to use the sofa bed, because it was only the two of us. But the second room was great as in the initial days I woke up at 3 am because of the jet lag and was able to go lay down on the other bed and listen to podcast or watch Netflix on my phone and get myself back to sleep without disturbing my hubby who was sleeping peacefully in the other room.
I have to be honest, I booked this place in large because of that amazing staircase, which was both wonderful and intimidating in the photographs., but very safe in real life.
The shower was great specially for What’s usual for Paris. Philippe has Aesop soap and lotion which is fancier than we expected but wonderful since it’s the same we have at home. :)
The toilet and shower are separate which is great for a party of 2 or more.
The kitchen was well stocked. Perfect for our needs. Philippe also has a Nespresso machine which was great for an extra jolt in the morning before leaving the house and walking to our favorite Boulangerie. Mostly we ate out but had some small meals in the space.
Philippe was the most wonderful and caring host. He offered to make additional suggestions and shared his phone number in case we had any questions.
Lovely place. We look forward to staying here again.