This apartment is located on the central street of the Saint Louis Island, rue Saint Louis en l’Ile, in the middle of the Seine River in the 4th arrondissement, which is the most famous and prettiest area of central Paris.
This wonderfully one-bedroom has just come out of a full renovation (2006) and tastefully mixes old-world furnitures with modern comfort.
The furnishings have been cleverly selected to confer a truly elegant spirit. A fireplace wooden-built enlightens the dining and living room, where parquet floors and high ceilings will make you feel welcome straight away.
The mezzanine can be used as storage for luggage 2 addittional beds are availble upstairs to sleeps kids or short term visitors!
The quiet bedroom features a queen-sized bed (160x200) and a large closet that will hold your belongings. The colour scheme is warm and soothing.
The kitchen with charming stone tiles is fully equipped with a refrigerator, oven, stove, microwave, washing machine with dryer..
Who are we?: My wife and I live outside Paris where we grow our 3 kids.
We love Paris and in 2005 bought this apartment that we have fully renovated during one year.
We did refurbished it as we dreamed it; One day, retirement time will come, we plan to use it for us.
In the mean time we are delighted to welcome guests that enjoy touring Paris and resting in the center of the city.
St Louis island is magic, you really feel that you live in the old days but with the modern amenities...
Something unique: During the renovation we found original wood painting from 17th century. We have renovated these and you will discover them on the wall above the sofa!
For a modern touch a painting by the French artist NORMA BESSIERES decorates the apartment - courtesy of the artist’s worldwide agents G & O ART.
Bessieres’ works have been exhibited in French and international galleries. She has acquired a great following in the world of art. Each year Norma is selected by the finest Parisian salons, especially “Art in the Capital” held at the Grand Palais, and the Salon of Contemporary Art at the Carrousel du Louvre.
G & O Art is an inimitable representative and promotional agency providing a wide and unique range of visual arts to Private and Corporate Collectors, International Institutions, Museums, Galleries and Art Dealers.
All Bessieres’ available works can be seen at www.goartonline.com
The non standing Loft Mezzanine: The Loft Mezzanine is available to store your luggages once emptied in the cupboards. So you get clearfloor for you to enjoy the place and the cool atmosphere.
The Loft Mezzanine is accessible via the lader that you can see on the picture.
The apartement is ideally design for a couple. To respond to growing demand from many of you who want to visit us with friends and family we have also arranged two sleeping beds (mattresses) upstairs, with individual lightning.
We can now welcome up to 4 guests!
