ST-GERMAIN DES PRÈS - BEAUTIFUL STUDIO WITH VAULTED CEILINGS

What an ideal location for a visit to Paris: a charming flat in a historic building, meticulously renovated and carefully maintained! This is a lovely living space that has been tastefully restored in neutrals with splashes of color. The bright, cheery studio features comfortable beds piled with cozy, fresh bedding. The kitchen area includes state-of-the-art appliances and plenty of workspace. The bathroom has a large, modern shower and lots of thick towels and linens. We found everything absolutely spotless. Really, no detail has been spared to guarantee a wonderful place to return to after a long day of sightseeing. Telephone, television and internet connection are all a welcome connection. Perhaps the best part is Natacha and all that she does to guarantee an excellent experience for her visitors, from the superb advice she sends ahead of time about how to arrive from the airport or train stations, all the way to her willingness to help with any question which may arise. My daughter and I stayed for 5 days and could not have been happier with our visit; we were very, very sad to leave. Perhaps the best indication of our satisfaction is the fact that we have already recommended it to friends, will continue to do so, and greatly hope to return ourselves before long. Many thanks, Natacha!

My husband and I shared a week in this cozy apt the week of Sept 18, 2012. We had a fabulous time. Even though it is in basement, it had good lighting from ceiling windows. Windows can be opened for fresh air. We found the apartment to be all we needed. It was clean and everything in good working order. We felt that it was very safe and enjoyed the quiet neighborhood atmosphere even though we were in the heart of Paris. It is a great location with grocery store, wine store, cheese store, bakery, meats... all you need just within a few blocks. A great spot!!!! We would sure return. Barb Uram

My wife, daughter and I stayed at this studio from June 2-8, 2012. On the positive side, the studio is in a very safe area and in an excellent location with metro stations, restaurants etc very close by. The kitchen is well equipped with dishes, coffee maker, toaster, refrigerator etc and the decor is modern and comfortable. The owners Elsa and Natasha, were very friendly, organized and helpful.

I must be totally honest for the benefit of other travellers however, and say that other than the above plus points, the studio was a huge disappointment.

The first impression as you walk down the narrow stairway to the entrance door to the studio (really a converted cellar) is the overwhelming stench of musty, damp air. The musty smell does not get any better inside the studio although we found that running the dehumidifier 24 hrs a day helped (had to dump the collection bucket full of water twice a day) although you have to then put up with the noise from the machine. Further evidence of long term moisture exposure are causing paint and plaster to chip off throughout.

The lack of cleanliness was what really got us and pretty much match what the previous reviewer from Austin Tx complained about. My daughter found a black hair on her bed sheets. A filthy dry and stinky sponge was in the bathroom, the bathroom towels were dingy, old and gray and should have been replaced long ago. The carpets were reasonably clean in the open areas but the re were balls of dust under the beds and along the edges of the wall. We saw silverfish (yuk). The bathroom was absolutely filthy. The curtain "door", was old and at least 30 cm too long so it gets dragged like a mop, making it a tripping hazard. A bathroom really requires a solid door in my opinion. The shower was dirty with scum and black mold growing along the floor and ceiling tiles. The toilet had a slow leak which was hardly noticeable since the curtain mopped it up. The sink appears to be coming loose from the wall as the caulking is no longer sealing water away from the wall. Balls of dust and long hair were evident beside the ironing board next to the washing machine (note that there is no dryer).

Again, the location is excellent and the owners very friendly but unfortunately, this place will be a disappointment for travellers expecting clean accommodation.