Much of the area dates from the 16th and 17thC, featuring narrow streets, fine architecture, boutiques, antique shops, restaurants, and cafés. Strict building laws protect its authenticity. This is where Parisians chose to wander on weekends! The centerpiece is, of course, the Place des Vosges, the purest example of 17thC architecture, its arcaded façade set around a central park with trees and benches - great for a picnic lunch! Easy walking distance to the Picasso and Carnavalet Museums, Bastille Opera, Ile St Louis, Notre Dame, Ile de la Cité and much more! Just 5 mins walk on the rue St Antoine to the best specialist food shops (baker, deli, cheese, fish, wine...) in the very best French tradition as well as an excellent supermarket.

Just a step to the north of the Place des Vosges, on a quiet picturesque street, this building dates from around 1750. Set around an enchanting wide cobbled courtyard with a central flower-filled fountain and various tubs of shrubs. This first floor apartment is well lit and sunny overlooking the courtyard. Both the building and the stairwell, is in true Parisian tradition.

Category: 3-Star
Area: 4th Arrondissement
Minimum Stay: 1 Week
Code: VC-verlo

The apartment has been totally renovated in 2002 to make maximum advantage of its 300 sq. ft.  It features tall windows, polished wood floors, nice country antiques. A romantic spot for lovers of Paris, or just plain lovers...

Entrance leads to small living room with comfortable sofa, bistrot dining table, cable TV (CNN), radio/cassette player, and archway to new well-equipped Kitchen overlooking the courtyard, tiled work top, washing machine, 4 hobs, microwave. Off the kitchen is a new tiny Shower room with WC. Beyond the sitting room is the bedroom with twin beds that can be made into a double bed. Hair dryer, electric radiators, initial linen supplied, high-speed wi-fi internet and local telephone line.

ARRIVAL/DEPARTURE INFORMATION

• Check in 4-6pm
• Check out 10am
• Guests will be contacted regarding key pick-up
• Extras: electricity, gas, telephone (unlimited local usage paid to BIG prior to departure)
• Security deposits are held in BIG's office until 5 weeks after client departs property,
  and are refunded less any damage/telephone charges

GETTING TO THE APARTMENT

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