| Date | Rating | Comment
[Guest Comments: 15 positive, 0 negative]
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| 02/06/10 |
Positive
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As a frequent visitor to Paris I was
excited to stay at 17 Quai St Michel for
many reasons its art historical location
right next door to the building which
housed the studios of the painters Henri
Matisse and Albert Marquet, as I have
loved and admired their paintings of the
view from their studio windows. Now I
too could gaze at the Seine and Notre
Dame as they once did. The view from
the windows was spectacular with the
Pont St-Michel (bridge) to my left and
Notre Dame to my right complete with a
Christmas tree twinkling with lights.
The location is a perfect spot to
explore the 5th the nearby Flower
Market, San Chapelle, the Cluny Museum,
BHV (department store), and one of my
favorite areas of food shops—Place
Maubert which also has an open air
market every Tuesday, Thursday, and
Saturday—and it is just a short walk
over the bridge to Ile St. Louis and the
Marais. The design and decor of the
apartment is perfect. Federico and
Iwona have thought of every detail and
comfort. The apartment was also quite
warm while I was there during one of the
coldest Decembers in Paris. Federico
and Iwona were extremely helpful
explaining the details of the apartment
and they welcomed me with a bottle of
wine. I look forward to returning
again to enjoy the beautiful view of the
Seine and to hear the bells of Notre
Dame—it was a truly lovely Parisian
experience. LuLu LoLo |
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LuLu LoLo, New York, NY |
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| 01/23/10 |
Positive
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Every once in a while, you're pleasantly surprised - That's for staying at this flat.
We stayed here during our recent trip to Paris. Upon arriving at the Studio, I knew we have picked the right place. Scanning over the flat, you can tell instantly that the owners have put a lot of time and love into making this place shine. Their good taste and ATD (attention-to-details) definitely showed thru in this cozy oasis amidst of all the hustles and bustles outside.
Outside, it is a lively neighborhood located in the heart of the Latin Quarter. Besides the awesome view of the Notre Dame, we are within walking distance from many shops, restaurants, taxi stand, a Metro station right around the corner, and an elevator that connects you directly to the RER subway platform (which was super handy when we had to lugged 2 huge baggage to catch the train) . In the evening, you and your loved ones can take a nice long stroll alongside of the Seine River right across the street – It is picture perfect Paris.
The Amenities – It was clean and had all the amenities we needed. To be honest, I’d much rather stay here than some hotel. The place was beautiful for one, it comes with a fully functional kitchen, a washing machine/dryer, a large flat panel LCDtv with tons of hi-def stations, and free wi-fi hookup. Oh, and did I mentioned free calls to many countries? We called back home to California twice and my wife called her friends in London.
I'm so glad we found this flat instead of wasting my money at a hotel that would have cost us $200.00+ a night! The owners Iwona and Federico are two of the warmest and friendliest persons we have ever met. They were super helpful with any questions that we threw at them about the city of Paris.
You MUST stay here next time you visit Paris. It is in the perfect location and the room is charming, with all the little touches i.e giving you a bottle of complimentary water and wine that really makes you feel at ease after a long and grueling day of traveling. Yay Federico! We would definitely come back to stay here again next time when we visit Paris.
~Kim and Vince
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Kim and Vince, San Francisco, California |
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| 01/19/10 |
Positive
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We have rented flats and houses abroad many
times. Rarely does an owner like Federico come
along that has the whole activity of local host,
apartment designer and trouble shooter all honed
to perfection. Our stay in Paris was part business
and part pleasure so we wanted a conveniently
located flat with amenities yet not overpriced as a
result. This was it.
The R et R from de Gaulle brought us to within less
than a block of the front door. The collocated
Metro stop was perfect for getting back and forth
from the conference. Fine dining and local markets
with everything in between made each meal a joy to
look forward to in this culinary capital.
On arrival I leaned out the window for that fabulous
view of Notre Dame and realized that over the next
ten days I could just stroll over there any time I
wanted. And we did, multiple times visiting Isle St
Louis to dine and stroll and absorb the atmosphere
of one of he world’s truly most beautiful cities.
Returning to the apartment to rest, wash clothes or
do research and work using the WI-FI network at
the apartment was just like coming home each
night.
But it wasn’t until the day we checked out and
chatted with Federico that we learned of his
personal touch on every aspect of the apartment’s
renovation to ensure the comfort of his guests in a
pleasant environment. His choice of décor
appliances and services are all aimed at making the
visitor’s experience as relaxing and trouble free as
possible so as to make the entire Paris visit most
memorable for all the right reasons.
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Len & Connie, Delaware,Ohio |
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| 01/13/10 |
Positive
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| We spent a wonderful pre Christmas week in Paris and this lovely apartment. To be short, it's exactly as described and every positive comment you can read about this apartment is more than well deserved. As frequent users of VRBO apartment rentals, we can honestly say it's hard to find such location, quality and service anywhere. So, if you're reading this, stop looking further, you will not find a better deal and personal service that Federico and Iwona provide. Thank you once more, our highest recommendations. |
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Markku and Baba, Helsinki, Finland |
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| 11/13/09 |
Positive
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| I can't say enough about how fantastic an apartment this is and how professionally Federico and Iwona manage all the transactions associated with renting in a foreign country. Amazing view, perfect neighborhood, super clean, modern, everything works, as advertised. This was our first trip to Paris and our French is very limited. Federico's English is impeccable and he cares deeply that his guests have what they need. Great people, great place. Highly recommended. |
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Anonymous, Toledo, OH USA |
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| 11/03/09 |
Positive
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My two weeks in the city at Federico's apartment
were glorious! The location is perfect . The very
easy access to the bus and metro system (and even
the batobus) made every place in Paris most
accessible - but it is so central that most venues
were walkable.
The apartment is as beautiful and comfortable as as
the pictures and Federico and Iwona are great
hosts. The initial orientation to the apartment was
thorough and everything was spotlessly clean and
in perfect order.
The description of this property is so accurate - it
has a magnificent view. You know that you are in
Paris every time you look out of those fabulous
windows and become a part of the hustle and
bustle below from the comfort of the cozy oasis
above.
I would definitely stay there in the future.
Elle from Florida
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Anonymous |
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| 11/03/09 |
Positive
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My sister and I stayed at this apartment during our trip to Paris in October and we couldn't be happier with our stay!
The apartment itself was clean and had everything we needed, and the location was great. Federico and Iwona were so helpful and friendly--in fact, when Iwona met us to let us in, she explained how everything worked (including how to open the door, which was pretty tricky for us!) and then showed us to Carrefour supermarket so we could stop in and get some essentials.
I will definitely stay at one of their rentals (they have another that fits more people) the next time I am in Paris! |
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Terry Martinez, Austin, TX |
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| 09/23/09 |
Positive
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Wow, wow, wow. My husband and I had the most dreamy, wonderful Paris vacation – and I will say that at least 75% of that is due to our most beautiful VRBO flat!
The owners, Federico and Iwona, are such great people! Iwona was the one who met us, gave us our keys, and welcomed us to our beautiful flat. She was very pleasant! Sadly, our schedules prevented us from meeting Federico in person, so I was very glad we got to chat on the phone the day before we left Paris because he really was very nice.
One thing I loved about renting this flat was that the initial process went very smoothly. Federico is very thorough and very prompt in responding to emails. He even set up a very detailed website with pictures, neighborhood, and even a brief history of Matisse and Marquet (who lived in the next building) – including sample pictures of their paintings. He also put together an information booklet explaining how to use the appliances, and listing the markets (grocery) close to us, as well as sites of interests.
But now to the flat. Gosh, I could go on and on! The place was very clean! The appliances, décor, and bathroom were all very new. The pullout bed and pillows were oh-so-comfortable! The kitchen was well-stocked. They even welcomed us with a bottle of red wine! They also stocked the fridge with a starter bottle or two of water – which we were so grateful for after our long trip in. The bathroom was also well-stocked, and included a great hair dryer. We even found a plug converter!
Oh, and the views! In the mornings, my husband and I would start off the day with breakfast at the little round table while gazing out at the Seine River. Day and night, we liked to lean out the windows and watch the people and motorists going by below, or gaze up and down the river. We liked the busy bustle of the street, as well as the fact that we could shut out the noise once we closed the windows.
The free Wi-fi and phone service just completed the perfect package, and we felt right at home since we brought our laptop and iPhone. It was just so nice to be able to come home to all this after a long day of sightseeing!
Finally, this flat is VERY ideally situated. I loved how it was right in front of the Seine River, very close to Notre Dame, and set in the Latin Quarter. The little streets directly behind the flat were great to walk through and were lined with several lovely places to eat. Also in this area are a couple of very old churches, the Sorbonne University, and several bookstores. There are two very nice cafes on each corner (open even past midnight!), a pub two doors down, souvenir shops to do all your souvenir shopping, bouqinistes vendors right across the street, and most importantly, the metro just at the corner.
I LOVED this place, and I highly recommend it! My husband and I would definitely come back here if we are ever lucky enough to visit Paris again! Thanks Federico and Iwona! |
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Mary Joy D. Macalintal, Burbank, CA |
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| 08/10/09 |
Positive
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| Federico and Iwona are absolutely correct in assessing that their property has the best view in Paris. My daughters and I loved opening the windows and looking out over the Seine to Notre Dame. I so appreciated both Federico and Iwona's patience in explaining to us how everything worked which really made for an ideal visit. They even met us when our arrival was later than anticipated and were very understanding about everything, really. My daughters loved them both as did I and we know that when we get to Paris next , we will hope that their apartment is available. We walked to mostly all of the places we visited, even the Eiffel Tower. This rental was absolutely perfect for us. Also, the telephone service available was wonderful for two kids missing their dad who couldn't make the trip with us. Thank you both. We really enjoyed meeting you and hope to see you soon. Your personal attentiveness to the rental process will ensure that your flat stays rented so I can only hope that it will be available when we want to visit again. |
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Terry Henderson, LA,CA
323-463-7288 |
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| 07/23/09 |
Positive
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We absolutely enjoyed our stay in Federico and
Iwana's apartment. They are great hosts and have
clearly put a lot of care into selecting appliances,
furniture and other items that are of good function
and form! The building is in a great location for
getting around and feels very safe. And, there is
always something magical to watch out the
windows! We'd stay there again. |
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Donna Thompson, Vancouver, BC, Canada |
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| 07/19/09 |
Positive
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We spent 11 days exploring Paris and one of our most positive experiences was the
enjoyment of this apartment. It was easy to get to from the airport. Federico met us upon
arrival and spent time with us explaining the apartment and giving us many useful tips. The
view from our window was picture-postcard-perfect. Notre Dame is just down the street
and we took in a concert there one evening. The entrance to the Metro is across the street
as is a stop of one of the bus tour companies. The location and the building itself are very
secure and safe. It was a pleasure to come home to every day.
The panoramic view is spectacular and a perfect location to enjoy the play of light offered
by the Paris night sky. We have wonderful memories of sitting by the window in the
evening; drinking wine and watching the boats go by on the river Seine below us. The
apartment is well designed and well appointed with everything you might need. Every detail
has been thought of and executed with care. We were extremely delighted with the entire
experience. Thank you Federico and Iwona for making our 30th anniversary such a
memorable experience.
Felix and Yolanda Russo from Toronto, Ontario, Canada.
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Felix and Yolanda Russo, Toronto, Ontario, Canada |
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| 06/26/09 |
Positive
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| We just spent a week in the flat and absolutely loved it. The view is spectacular, the location is fantastic, the building was very secure, and Federico and Iwona were wonderful to work with. The flat is not huge, but it is so well-appointed and organized that it feels quite large. |
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Chelsea Rathburn, Decatur, GA |
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| 06/16/09 |
Positive
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We can only confirm all complements of other guests - great location, nice and functional studio with everything you need to feel comfortable in heart of Paris and with views Matisse painted!!!
Federico and Iwona are trustworthy and pleasant persons. We wish all the other
guests the same good experiences we had!
Maja and Andrej
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Maja and Andrej |
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| 06/01/09 |
Positive
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My wife and I spent two weeks of our vacation in Federico's flat and these are the reasons we would recommend it to others:
1. Apartment was exactly as described.
2. Very clean, especially the bathroom and the kitchen.
3. Well equipped.
4. Convenient location.
5. You can trust Federico and Iwona 100%
6. Federico and Iwona spend time thinking about the needs of their guests.
7. Great view of Notre Dame cathedral and the river Seine.
8. The building and the neighborhood are secure (The building is right across from the police station).
We would like to thank Federico and Iwona for their care and consideration.
We'll be back. |
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Ray and Selene |
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| 05/10/09 |
Positive
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This apartment is EXACTLY as it appears in the
pictures. The view is absolutely the best in PARIS,
the apartment is charming and beautifully
decorated, the location is just a few steps from the
Saint-Michel metro stop with direct access to the
RER, SNCF and the metro. The neighbors are
helpful and friendly and the building is very secure.
That being said, meeting and renting from Federico
and Iowna was a delight! Merci Beaucoup - Donna
and Nick from Bowling Green, Kentucky |
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Donna
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