Chic & Charming Petite Maison, Steps from the Seine

We felt as if we must have been dreaming - every time we walked out the door and saw the flying buttresses of Notre Dame (not to mention hearing the beautiful bells), or walked half a block to found ourselves in the midst of the most idyllic shopping square, complete with the incredible cheese shop, wine shop, butchery, bread shop, etc etc. Unbelievably charming and convenient! Not to mention the fun of winding through the streets of the Latin Quarter (we enjoyed several low brow meals there) or taking in the atmosphere of Isle d'citie, complete with the minstrel serenading from the bridge while we took in the sunshine at the nearby sidewalk cafe. It was as if someone distilled storybook Paris and put it at our doorstep!

The apartment itself is special and charming - complete foodies' kitchen, washer/dryer, lovely patio (covered in 6 inches of snow during our visit!), comfy bedrooms and updated bathrooms. Space is at a premium in the bedrooms, but the shared quarters are spacious and accommodating. Our group included 2 moms with our 16 year old daughters, and it was perfect.

But the aspect that we most appreciated was the care that we had from Michelle and David, her local manager. As mentioned in other reviews, Michelle provides her own guide to local sights and restaurants, and holds your hand every step of the way. And David facilitated everything from reservations to minor troubleshooting, all at the drop of a hat and without the slightest qualm.

I've recommended this place to everyone who will listen to me, and I also hope to go back to it again soon. Thank you Michelle for sharing this special part of the planet with us!

We are grandparents who took our 12 year old granddaughter to Paris for her 13th birthday. From the moment we made contact with the owner, we felt that we had chosen the right place. We received a plethora of information all about the area as well as great recommendations for shopping, restaurants, transportation options and even children's activities. She even arranged a driver to and from the airport. The apartment is in a perfect location with Notre Dame just a very short stroll away. The beds were comfortable, and appliances up to date. The kitchen was unbelievably roomy and the living area cozy and complete with firewood for the working fireplace. It was very clean and beautifully decorated. The bathrooms were marble and again, well-equipped. Even hair dryers were on hand. We tried so many of the owner's recommendations and were quite pleased with each one. This is truly an incredible value and if we are lucky enough to be able to return, La Petite Maison will be the first reservation we make. You can't go wrong with this one!

After 4 days in a hotel, the 6 days we stayed here made our trip! Turn left out of the apartment for you morning croissants/baguette, turn right and there is Notre Dame! Even when our Valentine's Bateaux Parisiens was canceled because of weather and the Seine being so high, we regrouped and prepared simple wonderful dinner at the apartment, shopping at the nearby markets. Easy walk to The Pantheon and of course, Notre Dame. Metro handy. Will never stay at a hotel again in Paris; this is the only way to go!