GUEST COMMENTS - ID# 18

Aug 16, 2015:  Linda C. - Big Spring, TX for 6 nights

Comments:This was my second time in the apartment. We love the location. The apartment was perfect for our stay

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Jul 21, 2014:  Peter K. - Atlanta, GA for 4 nights

Comments:The kitchen had no oven or dishwasher (and it was tiny) but otherwise no issues. The apartment itself was warm due to the outside weather and having one more fan would have been helpful. But the building was quiet and really met our needs.

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Jun 21, 2014:  Marcella Q. - Hendersonville, TN for 7 nights

Comments:This was our 2nd stay in ID 18 and it was just as great as the first time. We love the location foremost and wouldn't hesitate to return on our next trip. My only small issue is that the coffeemaker was a bit difficult to figure out and I went coffee-less for a week!

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Jun 15, 2014:  Debra Y. - Toronto, ONT Canada for 6 nights

Comments:The location is perfect. Just steps away from a metro station on a busy shopping street, but you don't hear any street noise when you are in the apartment. It's not a large place, but it has everything you need and the light coming in the large living room window is very nice. We found it a cozy place to relax in the evening after busy days of walking and sightseeing and shopping. There was a wonderful fruit and vegetable seller just kitty corner to the apartment, a couple of excellent bakeries right across the street and a Monoprix for all manner of groceries, toiletries and so on. A small quibble is that I didn't find the king-size bed in the bedroom on the right side of the apartment all that comfortable. However my sister seemed to sleep well in the other room. We would definitely stay here again. There was a bit of noise from the apartment directly above us but not enough to keep us awake.

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Jun 07, 2014:  Kevin P. - Unanderra, NSW Australia for 4 nights

Comments:Bed Linen: We (and I think most Australians) much prefer a top sheet on the bed, as well as the doona - doona much warmer when you need only a light cover over you during the night if it is warmish/hot. The apartment was absolutely ideal for our stay - my wife and I and 2 adult daughters. I think a bit more emphasis could be placed on the two sets of stairs/no lift situation, more particularly for older renters .

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May 15, 2014:  Shameena & Michael O. - Mississauga, ONT Canada for 9 nights

Comments:The St. Paul location was ideal for us and we enjoyed the neighbourhood thoroughly. Excellent access to grocery, pharmacy, shopping, transportation sightseeing etc. The restaurants in the area were also amazing. Across the street from our apartment is a

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Apr 19, 2014:  John W. - Omaha, NE for 21 nights

Comments:We had some problems with the bathroom toilet. The property manager was very responsive in repairing the problem. The washer/dryer worked well after we figured out how to turn it on. Adding that final step to the apartment book instructions would be helpful for us "machine impaired" folks. The location of the apartment is exceptional. We were within walking distance to most Paris attractions. A taxi stand was located only a few blocks from the apartment which made getting a cab easy at any time. The supermarket/department store across the street was a great asset. There are many fine cafes close to the apartment. The people in the area were very friendly and very helpful.

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Apr 06, 2014:  Pam S. - Gordon, NSW Australia for 5 nights

Comments:Although this apartment is small, the location was fantastic. We are a family of 5 with teenagers and it is so close to the train, river, sights. Just brilliant. It is quite a dark unit with only one window, but as we were out all day it didn't matter. It was just so 'French'. The kitchen is tiny but we appreciated the tea, coffee and basic supplies. Highly recommend the apartment. It was tricky to find but someone was outside waiting for us as we had called with our approx. time of arrival.

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Oct 18, 2013:  Cecily L. - Ny, NY for 4 nights

Comments:We loved this property because of its excellent location in the city, the fact that there were not long columns of stairs to climb with luggage, no noise at all either from the inside or outside; bathroom with separate WC; the neighborhood with all of its small businesses which cater to one's every single need. ALSO, very important: having the keys in hand upon arrival instead of waiting for managing agent to let us in was 100% preferable. When I return to Paris, I will be hoping that this apartment is available to me. Thank you for all of your assistance. This was the second time I have used Vacations In Paris because it is so easy to do. The website tool is spot on making the work, research and decision-making prong of where to stay in Paris actually an enjoyable part of the trip, the photos, details and map of property are excellent. After deciding on an apartment and submitting our application, response time from VIP was surprisingly short and informative, ie: if our first choice was unavailable, alternative properties were offered to us. Booking could not be easier; wrapping up upon return also easy and efficient. Thank you so much for everything. I wish you would branch out to Italy!!!

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Oct 12, 2013:  Micaela & Mathew C. - Gilmanton, NH for 5 nights

Comments:The apartment was great, clean, bright, quite, and slept 5 adults comfortably. The location was in a nice upscale neighborhood, with easy access to the bus or metro and plenty of places within easy walking distance as well. We had a wonderful time in Paris and would highly recommend anyone looking to plan a easy hassle free trip to contact Vacation in Paris for their apartment rental services. The next time we head to Paris, I know we will be giving them a call.

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Oct 04, 2013:  Diana F. - Newtown, WELLINGTON New Zealand for 5 nights

Comments:Overall it was a very good little apartment in just the right place in Paris. Very convenient and easy to use. Everything was there that we needed..that is the basics were there.... Very functional and practical, and we enjoyed feeling a little like Parisians even just for that short time. Very well located to shops, metro and sights. We walked everywhere mostly, and just got to know the area. We were very conscious of the other tenants and all the literature was very clear and strong on where we could slip up. No

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Sep 08, 2013:  Juliana S. - Woodend, VIC Australia for 5 nights

Comments:Property was smaller than it looked in the pictures and a little dated. Good security and location. Service from vacation in Paris staff was excellent.

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Aug 01, 2013:  Maria Eugenia M. - Key Biscayne, FL for 5 nights

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Jul 01, 2013:  Raul C. - Redlands, CA for 5 nights

Comments:We had trouble finding the apartment at first once we were inside the building. Our only negative comment is we requested the 2nd bedroom have the beds separated as twin beds for our stay. Both beds were put together as one. We dealt with it. The kitchen was a bit small but everything worked out and we had a fantastic time at the unit. The apartment is in a great neighborhood.

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Jun 23, 2013:  Debi E. - West Palm Beach, FL for 4 nights

Comments:1) We tried to use the clothes washer/dryer according to the instruction booklet. If everything was done correctly (which we felt we did because 2 people read it), it appeared to be almost worthless! It took several hours to dry. We ended up not even The location of the apartment was fantastic. Having access to a grocery store across the street was a definite bonus!

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May 26, 2013:  Roch And Jodie B. - Denfield, ON Canada for 4 nights

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May 20, 2013:  Christina C. - Aliquippa, PA for 6 nights

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Apr 23, 2013:  Christina H. - Louisville, KY for 6 nights

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Apr 15, 2013:  Janet D. - Gisborne, VIC Australia for 7 nights

Comments:We were not too impressed to have the man with linen let himself into the apartment earlyish one morning to deliver linen.Fortunately my son-in-law was up and about, or perhaps it was unfortunate for the person being caught.

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Apr 05, 2013:  Sharon B. - Kingswood, NSW Australia for 7 nights

Comments:Apartment small but our family of 5 had no problems living here for a week. The location was the very best thing about the apartment. Loved it. My only worry was the apartment had no smoke detector. Not sure if they are common in France but are mandatory in Australia so may just have been a cultural difference.

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Mar 27, 2013:  Lisa G. - Huntington, NY for 6 nights

Comments:The bathroom had limited hot water. We need to take very short showers. There was a step up into the shower that you had to be careful not to trip on.The washing maching did not work.Overall, the apartment was compact but complete and it was in a great location. Although the apartment was perhaps a little more modest than I imagined, it was fine for our trip and gave us much more space than a hotel would have provided. The value was good as well.

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Mar 23, 2013:  Christine J. - Falls Church, VA for 4 nights

Comments:We couldn't get the clothes washer to work, despite following the directions in the book int he apartment. It never started. Probably user error, so perhaps clearer directions are needed? It was a great place. We have already recommended it to others. The reservation number didn't come up automatically in the link so this is just a placeholder.

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Mar 15, 2013:  Gloria D. - Grafton, WI for 8 nights

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Nov 21, 2012:  Shelly P. - Old Hickory, TN for 5 nights

Comments:Matress and couch in need of replacement. That being said we still enjoyed our stay.

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Oct 07, 2012:  Patricia J. - Newhaven, VICTORIA Australia for 4 nights

Comments:The apartment is looking a little tired and it could benefit from a fresh coat of paint I did send an e-mail to Donna Reynolds on the 27th October to let her know how much we enjoyed our stay in the apartment. Our holiday was very good and it was a great location to be in. If we are able to return to Paris we would certainly use VIP again, but if it was only the two of us we would perhaps look for a smaller apartment. When looking for accommodation I noticed that there were studio apartments which would be big enough.

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Sep 30, 2012:  Andruette S. - Bridgewater, VA for 6 nights

Comments:We found the apartment very comfortable and convenient. We had a hard time finding the correct sheets for the beds, sort of a mix match but there were plenty of towels which was greatly appreciated. The bottle of wine was refreshing after our long flight. I am placing a wonderful comment on the web site Trip Advisor.com. We felt very safe in the apt. We actually walked everywhere and seldom used public transportation.

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Sep 16, 2012:  Jan A. - Cooma, NSW Australia for 13 nights

Comments:If possible, it would be useful to have a different means of heating food, like quiches, pies, instead of the microwave. Perhaps a combined microwave/convection oven. When you are only staying for a short while, it is easier to buy already prepared food and heat it up, especially as there are so many shops in the local area that provide these things. The quilts on the beds were very hot, but it was a bit too cool to have nothing to cover you. A top sheet would have been useful. The cleaner was excellent. He did a great job and he was extremely honest. He arrived one day when we weren't expecting him. I had left some money (quite a large note) on the bed, and he had moved it to make the bed, but it was all still there. Although we were able to use the broadband connection, as we had taken a laptop, it would be good for the apartment to have WiFi, as many people, especially those travelling long distances by air (eg from Australia), will have iPads, as they are a lot lighter to carry. We thought the apartment was very good overall. We left a few comments in the owners book, that might be helpful. The location was FANTASTIC and we enjoyed our stay very much. Thank you.

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Jul 23, 2012:  Nina L. - Winnipeg, MB Canada for 5 nights

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May 30, 2012:  Elaine J. - Annapolis, MD for 8 nights

Comments:The apartment was very clean, quiet and comfortable. We all found the beds very comfortable. It had everything we needed. The location was also very good. It was close to the metro and walking distance to the Seine. I woud recommend the apartment for groups of 3 or 4. I think it would be too small for 6 people. We had three people so it worked out well for us. The information sent by the VIP staff was very helpful. The Keys arrived well in advance of our trip with all the info we needed to get to the apartment easily.

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May 19, 2012:  Theresa H. - Channahon, IL for 5 nights

Comments:We enjoyed our Paris vacation, and a large credit for that goes to the apartment and the staff. The apartment location was outstanding. The accommodations were comfortable and met our needs. The staff is very responsive to our emails and proactively provided the accommodation details ahead of our trip. I loved receiving the keys by mail so that we could get right in with our luggage. The weather was a bit warm for May, but we used the fan to help cool us off. The apartment had some toilet paper when we arrived which isn't always the case, and much appreciated. This apartment was a great value, I would recommend this lodging for anyone traveling to Paris. We used Paris Shuttle to get to the airport. They were reliable and reasonably priced.

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May 01, 2012:  O.j. H. - Montclair, NJ for 7 nights

Comments:Everything worked well, and one point we had 7 around the little table for dinner! Windows in the bedroom would have been nice. And a stove. Otherwise the place was as described, small but comfortable. Love the neighborhood!

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Mar 17, 2012:  Suzanne W. - Towson, MD for 21 nights

Comments:On March 27,28 ,a construction crew started using rotary drilling hammers on the concrete walls on the opposite side of the bedrooms starting at 7:12am & 7:21am.The concussions inside the bedroom were unbearable. So we quickly got dressed ,shut the bedroom doors & eventually had to leave the apartment. On the 3rd day , it started at 7:50am until a women (we think the upstairs neighbor) was heard talking loadly & dramatically to two workers in the hallway.Shortly ,the hammering stopped & was not heard until about 11am. We didn't call the owner since it wasn't his fault & we males were sympathetic of the owner since I own rental properties & the man of the other couple is a construction developer.Our spouses were mollified by taking them out for breakfast. The apartment was perfectly!! located for us & we very much !! enjoyed the neighborhood. A wonderful 3 week visit in Paris. We were very pleased with our experience with Vacation in Paris-our questions were quickly answered & the apartment was properly presented. Thank you

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Mar 11, 2012:  Marcia M. - 108 Mile Ranch, BC Canada for 5 nights

Comments:Excellent location and very quiet. Would stay here again and recommend your organisation to friends

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Feb 16, 2012:  Steve R. - Los Angeles, CA for 14 nights

Comments:Unanticipated construction on adjacent apartment resulted in early AM noise for a few days but did not detract significantly from our overall good experience with this apartment. I would use Vacation in Paris again and recommend you to others. Helpful staff, prompt answers to questions, fair and thoughtful policies for customers, and local access in the US made searching for an apartment easy and clear with good guidance provided by your staff.

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Dec 07, 2011:  Rob C. - Mt Lawley, WA Australia for 5 nights

Comments:It was not clear that the bottle of wine was for us so we didn't open it. There we no instructions on how to get the internet working. We eventually worked out what to do and the service was good but initially we thought we didn't have internet.

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Nov 13, 2011:  Raymond S. - Toronto, ON Canada for 7 nights

Comments:This is our second time staying at the same Paris apartment. This time, there was some serious construction going on for the entire duration of our stay. Either somewhere in the building or next door at the Hotel Sully, someone would use jackhammers and other percussive tools starting as early as 7:45AM. That's the biggest complaint I have of our stay. Also, several towels are stained, wearing thin and should be thrown out. It would be great to have someone install a light fixture above the dining room table. Before 8AM and after 7PM, it's quite dark in that corner, which makes eating and other activities more difficult.

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Oct 23, 2011:  Jeanette P. - Natick, MA for 4 nights

Comments:We totally enjoyed both the apartment and location. The neighborhood had a trendy, fun vibe that was less formal that other parts of Paris which was really great. I just emailed a friend of mine and told her that I don't think that I would stay at a hotel again while vacationing. As far as I'm concerned renting an apt. is the way to go. I also felt very comfortable and secure with Vacation in Paris. After researching many house/apt rentals abroad, I know I made the right choice. Usining a credit card rather than wiring money made me feel very comfortable.

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Oct 02, 2011:  Caroline H. - Murfreesboro, TN for 5 nights

Comments:We visited Paris last year and stayed in a hotel on Rue St. Antoine. We fell in love with the neighborhood and knew we had to make another trip. We wanted the privacy and flexibility of an apartment. Apartment #18 was perfect for us! Dealing with your company was a pleasure! Everything was as advertised! We are hoping to make a third trip to Paris and will definitely book our apartment with you!

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Aug 26, 2011:  Maria R. - K for 6 nights

Comments:the apartment was perfectly situated, and very quiet. We had a wonderful stay. The bathroom does need a little bit of upgrades, as it tends to be dark and musty. The one thing that I would improve is the organization of the linen closet. It wasn't that nice to see a bag full of thing just lying there.

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Jul 09, 2011:  Marcella Q. - Hendersonville, TN for 7 nights

Comments:We have enjoyed our stay immensely. The only real issue was the fold out sleeper sofa. A screw was missing so it could not be set up. We just used the couch and it was fine. The other beds were very hard and a bit uncomfortable for us but we were usually too tired to notice much. We thought the bathroom very spacious for the size apartment. We did not use the cook top or washer but the tea kettle and microwave were great. Wonderful neighborhood with everything you need. We are seriously considering a return visit in 2013 and would love to stay here again!

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May 12, 2011:  Cecille E. - Concord, CA for 4 nights

Comments:The noise factor from both outside and inside of the building was due to the construction on the building. I was not aware that any construction was being done and I feel that I should have been notified that there would be at the during the time of my stay. Also, another thing that I would like to add is that there is not an adequate light source by the dining table. What I ended up doing was putting the floor lamp in the middle of the room to light up that side of the apartment. Its just something to let the owner know... The information binder that was in the apartment was extremely helpful. That was the biggest help to my family, especially on how to use the European washing machine!

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Apr 09, 2011:  Phil B. - London, Uk for 4 nights

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Mar 22, 2011:  Bee W. - Aspen, CO for 5 nights

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Jan 18, 2011:  Janet M. - Fresno, CA for 6 nights

Comments:Our 3rd time in this particular apartment and all was as anticipated each time. The apartment itself and its furnishings and location can not be beat! Vacation In Paris is to be commended for their outstanding service as well. It could not have been easier to rent a flat in Paris, highly recommended :) Keep up the good work, will use your company again!

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Dec 20, 2010:  Stephen U. - Chicago, IL for 10 nights

Comments:Location was great. On arrival we got lost in the building stairs as the little handwritten sign directing us to the apartment was not clear. Lighting in the building hallways was challenging at night. At times hot water was not in full supply.

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Dec 05, 2010:  Raymond S. - Toronto, ON Canada for 7 nights

Comments:Great apartment and location! We noticed that the electrical plug in the living room near the bookcase didn't work, along with the one in the main bedroom. It would be great to have more lighting over the dining room table, especially for breakfast when it's still dark. Overall, we loved the apartment and plan to be back in November 2011. We'd rent this unit again in a heartbeat!

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Aug 21, 2010:  Juris R. - Roseville, NSW Australia for 7 nights

Comments:Everything was fine except the access to the apartment. The telephone contacts given by VIP did not answer or went to voice mail. We went to the apartment and gained access through the street door with the code given by VIP. We then had to get through the next door and managed to do this with the help of the Spa located on the ground floor. We tried to contact the owner from there, again with no success. Finally, we went up to the apartment and found a cleaner there and thus gained access. The outcome was fine but it caused us about 3 hours of unnecessary anxiety. On leaving, we left a shirt, which had been stained by the washing machine, with a note so that this problem could be attended to. We appreciated the $200 refund as you had no obligation to do this.

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Aug 02, 2010:  Maureen E. - Sunnybank Hills, BRISBANE, QLD Australia for 4 nights

Comments:During summer the apartment was very hot - there is only one window and the window needed to be closed at night due to noise. A couple of fans or air-conditioning would be helpful. The apartment was very stuffy with the window closed. It would be helpful to note that there are a number of stairs to the apartment, and no lift or means to assist with luggage transport. We were very happy with the apartment and the bookcase stacked with Paris tours etc was very helpful. The information left in the book was helpful as well. We didn't drink the wine as we don't drink alcohol, but it was a nice touch.

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May 10, 2010:  Julie M. - New York, NY for 4 nights

Comments:The only real issue we had with the apartment was the bathroom. The shower stall was small and did not have enough storage shelves for shampoo and bath items. It also was mildewy with an odor. My mother was bothered enough by its condition that she cleaned it herself on our second day in the apartment. The bath mat was also still wet from the previous occupant when we arrived in the evening. There were only two rolls of toilet paper left for three people for a four night stay, so we ran out on the third day. We were very impressed by the book in the apartment that the owner had left as a guide to the neighborhood and the unit. It was very helpful. All of the information from Vacation In Paris was also extremely helpful in preparing for our visit and finding the apartment. Thank you!

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Feb 18, 2010:  Dennis T. - 47000 Sungai Buloh,selangor, West Malaysia for 5 nights

Comments:We really appreciate the service from staffs of VIP, informations given to us regarding the apartment were accurate and not exaggerate. Arrangement of sending and return of the apartment keys and also refund of deposit all were in good order. The location of the aparment is fantastically convenient, ie 5 minutes walking distance to St. Paul metro and from here we can reached our planned attractions within minutes. We also like to thank the owner for the many books on the shelve, like books on France/Paris, also maps on Paris esp the 'Walking Map' in a pack of cards. Thank you also for the bottle of wine.

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Feb 12, 2010:  Xavier C. - 4250-373 Porto, Portugal for 5 nights

Comments:It's a normal small appartment. With a great location and neighborhood: you can go by foot to the major atractions, it's near 2 metro stations, you have just outside the door two supermarkets, bakerys, take-away of japonese and asian food, wine and cheese gourmet shops... If you come to Paris to stay at home you must choose another appartment but if you use the house to sleep and to dinner and stay at some nights it's very good and value for money.

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