GUEST COMMENTS - ID# 70

Oct 11, 2023:  Kathy B. - Edmonds, WA for 10 nights

Comments:We were very pleased with the apartment, neighborhood and location. Loved the history and architecture of the building and apartment and the vintage Montmartre theme with posters, art and antiques. We appreciated how spacious the living and dining rooms are -- one big room with lots of light and French doors and Juliet balconies. The two comfy chairs were wonderful to relax in and watch the street life. The street had just enough activity to be interesting but not noisy. Fun to watch parents taking their children to school in the morning and people coming and going. The large dining room table was great for meals, spreading out maps and writing in my journal. The kitchen and bathrooms were a little tight and the bathroom sinks small to use but that is to be expected for an apartment in Paris. The bed is super comfortable and we appreciated the bedside lamps, nightstands and dresser to place our belongings. We especially appreciate the owner and apartment manager providing chairs for our luggage. I do think two fold-up luggage racks would be very helpful and not take up space in the apartment. The only issue we had was with the resident above. Almost every night after 11pm -- often in the middle of the night -- there was noise that sounded like stomping, pacing and moving stuff around that woke us up. Wondering what that was about. The bottle of wine was a nice touch. Thank you to Jan and Vacation in Paris for being easy to work with and the owner and manager for providing a nice place to stay. We really appreciate all the information VIP provided and all the thoughtful touches in the apartment. We were very happy with our charming Montmartre #70 apartment and hope to stay there again in the future! Jan is excellent. We will recommend her and VIP to others. We hope to stay in other VIP apartments too!

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Sep 21, 2023:  Jean G. - Soquel, CA for 5 nights

Comments:We loved staying here! What a great location in a beautiful area. We will be back!

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May 22, 2023:  Andreas R. - Oberwil-lieli, Switzerland for 5 nights

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Jun 29, 2022:  Marcia L. - Oceanside, CA for 6 nights

Comments:Neighborhood is on the decline

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May 27, 2019:  Thomas C. - San Diego, CA for 8 nights

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May 05, 2019:  Sean U. - Cedar Rapids, IA for 6 nights

Comments:The neighbor directly above tended to make some noise walking (in high heeled shoes?) and moving things around late in the evening (after 11pm or so). It wasn't too bad, but it was surprising given that she also got up early to go to work. I do not reca

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Dec 26, 2018:  James & Suzanne N. - Garden Grove, CA for 6 nights

Comments:The kitchen is a little awkward. I don't do much cooking when I am on vacation so it was not a problem. the living room and dining room were great and very comfortable. The building was nice and the street was quiet. Location was good for transportation.

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Nov 09, 2018:  Alicia A. - 43500 Tortosa (tarragona) Spain Tortosa (tarragona), Spain for 5 nights

Comments:a very comfortable apartment and an excellent location. There would be a suggestion for improvement, the sofa is a little uncomfortable for sleeping and it would be nice to install a screen or sliding door for more privacy of those who sleep in the living room Very happy with the apartment, I hope to repeat again

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Sep 16, 2018:  Kate B. - Novato, CA for 3 nights

Comments:We really enjoyed our stay here in Monmartre! The apartment was clean, well-appointed with bohemian style art, and with comfortable furniture. The bed was queen sized, and perfect for a great night's sleep after a day of sightseeing. The location is great for Metro transportation from Place Clichy, and for a lovely walk up to Sacre Coeur. Restaurants, stores, and groceries are nearby

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Aug 24, 2018:  Valerie C. - Peterborough, ON Canada for 14 nights

Comments:The updated kitchen counters and shelves was very nice. However the cupboard doors for the glassware and china were quite heavy to open and difficult for shorter people. So we ending up leaving them in the open position during our stay. The outside noise was from the garbage trucks in the evening only, but there is quite a bit of car and motorcycle noise until later in the night. Didn't disturbed our sleeping though. Regarding the upstairs noise level it was quiet the first week but quite noisy in the evenings during our second week. We assumed the owners were perhaps on vacation the first week? This was our second stay in the apartment and we found it just as comfortable and inviting as the first time!

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Jan 26, 2018:  Erika B. - Goldsboro, NC for 6 nights

Comments:We could not get the window in the bedroom to close. It wasn't a big deal to us but I could see it being a problem if there was a rainstorm or if there was snow.

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Nov 20, 2017:  Ronald S. - Port St Lucie, FL for 10 nights

Comments:We have used this property each time we went to Paris and were always grateful it was available to us. Just to clarify?no bottle of wine, but that could be because we don?t drink and always left it on the table for the next guest. So that was not a problem. Many thanks to all at Vacation in Paris and to the owner of Apt. #70 for great times in a beautiful city. Your organization made all of our trips effortless. We appreciate all of you so very much.

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Oct 16, 2017:  Thomas M. - Austin, TX for 11 nights

Comments:Some exterior noise is to be expected in Paris, but closing the balcony doors effectively insulated us from it. Some interior noise during the quiet hours of the night, footsteps from apartment above, elevator, etc., to be expected in any apartment building. Some light bulbs in lamp above table were out, but there was still adequate light and we did not deem it worthy of bothering the manager about. Inside door knob to front door wants to come out when door is locked, but, again, it works when the deadbolt is opened and we adjusted to it. Washer/dryer required a learning curve, as did the TV/cable adapter rig. We found it easier to use the cable box to operate the TV and I left a note describing how to do it for the next guests. The little wheeled shopping cart was a great addition for our initial shopping and daily wine runs to the Monoprix. The whole experience with VIP was excellent. Your services were seamless and you did an excellent job of helping us arrange an alternative apartment when owner problems made our original choice no longer viable. We will definitely use VIP for our next

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Oct 13, 2017:  Joelle S. - Charlotte, NC for 3 nights

Comments:The staff at VIP was wonderful to work with and we loved the location of our apartment.

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Nov 26, 2015:  Ronald S. - Port St Lucie, FL for 14 nights

Comments:I think this is the 7th time we stayed in this apartment. We very much appreciated the upgrades that were done since our last visit in 2013. If we return to Paris, this is definitely the place we would choose to stay, Also, I would like to thank VIP for the wonderful professional and friendly service provided. VIP makes it so effortless to arrange a vacation to Paris. We are so grateful to have found you. We would like to wish you all a Merry Christmas and all the best wishes in the years to come.

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Jun 18, 2015:  Wendy D. - Wollstonecraft, NSW Australia for 6 nights

Comments:no apartment book and one set of keys only reported to Martine on arrival No complimentary wine. The bed was okay but not suitable for a large person this is a very Parisian experience, the location great but the apartment needs identification within the building, it is Confusing to identify.

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Jun 08, 2015:  Gael L. - Arlington Heights, IL for 4 nights

Comments:the bathroom sink in main bathroom is very small but I was able to use top of dresser for my things. it would be hard to share the bathroom with another woman. But for a short stay, it was fine. There were no bags in any of the garbage cans. And this is the first apartment where I could not find any directions from the owners with suggestions for restaurants, bakeries, etc. There were no directions for the phone, television, appliances, etc. I didn't know where the garbage was to be thrown out. We looked for the book but couldn't find one. I would stay in the apartment again but I would not recommend it to a person who has not stayed in an apt unless they have some directions about the apartment (see above)

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Aug 28, 2014:  Ken & Kay D. - Delray Beach, FL for 7 nights

Comments:We felt that the living area had more furniture than was necessary thus resulting in a feeling that the space was tighter than it actually is. Likewise in the tiny kitchen there were more dishes and utensils than an apartment that size could ever require. Perhaps eliminating some could free up more work space. Overall, this apartment was wonderful and we would use it again. The manager was very responsive and pleasant to work with. It was the perfect place to come home to after a busy day of exploring beautiful Paris.

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Jun 29, 2014:  Ann P. - Cranston, RI for 5 nights

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Jun 23, 2014:  Rishva M. - Brookline, MS for 3 nights

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May 28, 2014:  Jill E. - Rocklin, CA for 3 nights

Comments:This is a very charming apartment in a great location. I really enjoyed the library with all of the guidebooks on Paris. It was very convenient to have the computer and printer available.

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Mar 21, 2014:  Nicholas C B. - Englewood, NJ for 5 nights

Comments:The apartment was great and the booklet of helpful hints re: shopping, nearest metro locations, etc. was extremely useful.

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Mar 02, 2014:  Ruthanne S. - Adams Center, NY for 7 nights

Comments:I have stayed in this apartment several times and can not wait to go back.

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Oct 27, 2013:  Leeann S. - Sacramento, CA for 9 nights

Comments:This was our First trip to Paris and we LOVED it!! This apartment was the perfect location for our home base. We are walkers and we walked to the Marais area and Notre Dame. It was a nice walk - yes we made a couple of wrong turns but that allowed us to see other shops and people. The metro was so easy and inexpensive to use, we could take it if we got tired. The laptop computer and printer in the apartment were really nice to have access. The apartment was quiet and comfortable. The sofa bed and the bedroom bed were very comfortable with luxury linens. The shower was great and we used the drying rack above the tub for some of our clothes. The kitchen was cozy and warm and we enjoyed our morning meal there, planning our day. We went to the bakery/patisserie across the street for our croissants and to the corner market for our produce and wine. We tried to speak french and did pretty good, (considering I learned french in 1976!) And the people were so nice and friendly and helpful. They sometimes answered us in English, but then we would respond back in our french. At least we knew bon jour, s'il vous plait, and merci beaucoup! We walked around the Montmarte cemetery on All Saints Day and it was crowded with families bringing flowers, it was lovely. The restaurant next door was very good although we only ate there one time. We always saw crowds there. Also, the Thai restaurant around the corner was delicious. I wanted to mention the day we visited the Sacre Couer cathedral. We climbed the dome and got a great view of Paris and the Tour Eiffel. Afterward we were walking down the stairs to the neighborhood cafes (if facing the church, stairs to the right, past the W.C.) There was a group of 7 or 8 teen-aged girls holding clipboards and pens. They were aggressive and got very, very close to us touching our coats and pants and they were asking us to take the pen and sign, but we were sensing they were trying to pick-pocket. We got away without an incident, thank goodness.

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Sep 23, 2013:  Prof Michael & Mrs Rosalind I. - Burleigh Heads, QLD Australia for 7 nights

Comments:We really enjoyed the apartment, loved opening the shutters & "French" doors onto the street & watching the activities of the neighbourhood. Rue Cavallotti is a quiet street, very attractive buildings with poster decorated shopfront shutters. There were several restaurants, a boulangerie & a general store in the street & a great roast chicken shop in the neghbourhood. Plenty of hot water for showers & the large living room & proper dining table made for a comfortable stay. The tiny kitchen was a challenge but was adequate. Exploring our area & the further into the next arrondissement was very easy. We walked everywhere but buses & the metro were 5 mins away. We have been to Paris many times but this was our first time staying in Montmartre. It is a very interesting area to explore. We were disappointed to find wet towels & bed linen in the washer/dryer. We didn't arrive til late afternoon so couldn't put the dryer on til the next morning. A longer drying cycle would have prevented this. We did a load of washing later in the week with no problem.

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Sep 10, 2013:  Lynda C. - Ballajura, WA Australia for 3 nights

Comments:The apartment was lovely, very conveniently placed which was great. We even had a film being made in our street which was fun. Everything you needed was so close.

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Jun 15, 2013:  Mini B. - Lakeland, FL for 14 nights

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May 23, 2013:  Barbara J. - Low Head, TASMANIA Australia for 4 nights

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Apr 21, 2013:  Douglas & Beverley C. - Victoria Point, QLD Australia for 13 nights

Comments:There is a bit of noise from the above tenant but given the structure of the building which includes a noisy wooden floor, it is inevitable that some will filter downwards. Overall, the noise level was acceptable. We were very happy with the apartment. It is well located in a quiet street, close to Place de Clichy for routine shopping etc. Transport via Metro or bus services is excellent and if staying more than a few days, consider buying the Navigo pass which saves money and time in the long run. Overall, the apartment is very good value for money especially when compared with similar apartments in London.

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Nov 23, 2012:  Ronald S. - Port St Lucie, FL for 15 nights

Comments:Wanted to note that the cleaning of the apartment was meticulous. Not a speck of dust or dirt anywhere and all the windows had been washed both inside and outside. We did find the washer filled with linen . Also the towels hanging in the bathroom appeared to be used. We did find clean towels and the linens on the bed were clean ---so this was not a problem. We noticed that the exhaust fan connected to the ceiling light in the bathroom seemed to be getting clogged with dust. I know this can happen quickly and frequently Maybe the owner or person responsible for maintenance should be advised as this could eventually be a fire hazard concern. We did not use this light while we were there because a second light on the wall was sufficient.

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Oct 21, 2012:  Lisa S. - Dover Gardens, SA Australia for 5 nights

Comments:WE loved the apartment. Everything you could possibly need was there and I can't think of anything that would need improvement. No

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Sep 26, 2012:  Dennis C. - San Bernadino, CA for 21 nights

Comments:Overall really enjoyed stay there. Only negatives, found wet towels in washing machine when we arrived, window in kitchen leaked cold air and carafe for auto coffee maker was cracked and leaked coffee. All very minor things. Wife was concerned about neighborhood when I reserved apartment but found it fine once we arrived. We were happy to find several good places to eat on the same block. I don't think we could have done as well with any of the other places we looked at and the price for what we got was excellent.

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May 28, 2012:  Jim K. - Two Rivers, WI for 21 nights

Comments:The seal between the toilet and the sewage system was less than adequate. The toilet moved on its base and a sewer smell was evident in the WC. Note, the date field did not work on this form using my IPad. Jim When we stayed in #70 a few years ago there were no sharp knives in the apartment and there are still no sharp knives. We suggest you add a small knife sharpener to the kitchen equipment.

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May 12, 2012:  Paul M. - Stanmore, NSW Australia for 13 nights

Comments:The property wasn't as clean as I expected. Great service. The property is in a wonderful location.

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Apr 14, 2012:  Thomas & Mary Ann K. - Thousand Oaks, CA for 7 nights

Comments:We have rented apartments before and we found this one to be very acceptable and convenient. We would recommend. Upstairs neighbors quite active, but nothing that annoyed us. The living/dining room area was quite large. Typical size bathroom and kitchen for these 200 year old buildings. Free wifi, cable tv and international calling from the apartment telephone were real pluses. Having the key mailed to us ahead of time was very convenient as opposed to having to arrange to meet someone at the apartment. This allowed us to arrive at a time that worked out best for us.

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Apr 06, 2012:  Debra H. - Oakleigh, VIC Australia for 8 nights

Comments:We had an amazing time in Paris and this was due mostly to our apartment.Great location. Lovely inside.It was nice to have a home to come to each day.The service from Vacation in Paris was excellent from beginning to end.I would be more than happy to reco

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Dec 26, 2011:  Carol L. - Sheridan, WY for 7 nights

Comments:The apartment was acceptable but we are not familiar with the Paris apartment market. When we say we would not use the apartment again we mean we would branch out and try new apartments not that we would be totally against renting this apartment again. The sofa bed is not comfortable and the other people had to put the mattress on the floor. We did have a wonderful time and the apartment was sufficient for our needs. It was very convenient to the Metro which was an asset. I would give a practical recommendation to anyone who asks. Our experience was generally good. Thank you for your good service and immediate response to our questions.

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Nov 17, 2011:  Ronald S. - Port St Lucie, FL for 17 nights

Comments:I would give you a 10+ on the information you provide prior to departure. Was very helpful on our first trip to Paris. Being able to make all the arrangements with an American company, in the US, and paying in US dollars is a real plus. Every one of your employees that I have dealt with for the past 3 years, either by email or phone, has been courteous and helpful.

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Nov 10, 2011:  Ruthanne S. - Adams Center, NY for 6 nights

Comments:This is the second time I have stayed in this apartment. I love it. The internet service was great. I can't wait until my net visit.

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Oct 20, 2011:  Raymond D B. - Landing, NJ for 7 nights

Comments:Kitchen floor could have used a good scrubbing ! Minor but annoying --- table cloth used to cover marred and stained dining table was extremely wrinked and very garish . It was hurtful on the eyes as were the ultra sheer ORANGE curtains . Had to close the shutters for any privacy.....

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Oct 12, 2011:  Susan D. - Eatons Hill, QLD Australia for 5 nights

Comments:We loved the apartment's location, it was perfect. We did find the bathroom/toilet tiny but we realise that it is an old building and we did opt for an authentic Paris apartment which it is. I would recommend the apartment to friends but would point this out to them. The apartment itself was beautiful we enjoyed it's ambient charm. I do think all the linen could do with an overhaul...that would make a big difference. Also, I would have liked to contact Martine and thank her, she is a great manager.

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Jun 17, 2011:  Stefanie B. - Oakland, CA for 4 nights

Comments:Overall, we enjoyed our experience and it was a positive stay in a vibrant, if a bit dirty area of Paris. It is a magnificent city and we like the funky area. You could spend a little more time cleaning, especially the shower area, that would be our only suggestion. The wine was delicious and as we said, over all we were very happy and would stay there again.

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May 16, 2011:  Sandra & Richard C. - Phoenix, AZ for 14 nights

Comments:it was quite warm when we were in paris. the bed covering was quite heavy. it would be nice to have some lighter bed covers. it was such a small problem it wasnt worth bothering with. we have been to paris many times and this was the first time i thought it was hot. i will continue to us vip for my paris trips.

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Apr 08, 2011:  Cynthia F. - Minneapolis, MN for 5 nights

Comments:We barely could sit down to use the WC and we have friends who would not be able to use it with the door closed.

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Apr 02, 2011:  Volker S. - 33470 Ylojarvi, Finland for 6 nights

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Dec 29, 2010:  Delia C. - Thatcham, BERKSHIRE England for 5 nights

Comments:Loved the apartment & location was perfect for us :o)

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Nov 12, 2010:  Ronald S. - Port St Lucie, FL for 15 nights

Comments:Just one minor complaint. The carrousel in the microwave no longer works. When using it, you have to keep stopping the microwave and rotate the food by hand. All the details you include in the instructions makes the whole arrival process so easy. I really appreciate that.

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Oct 16, 2010:  Lisanne T. - Elmhurst, NY for 9 nights

Comments:Everything was wonderful about this apartment. It was stocked with everything we could possibly need. The kitchen sink did drain a little slow, but that was minor. I will never stay in a hotel in Paris thanks to you guys. Looking forward to my next trip!

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Oct 07, 2010:  Allison L. - Toronto, ON Canada for 6 nights

Comments:We enjoyed our stay very much - the apartment is nice, especially the main living/dining room. The apartment next door was undergoing renovation so there was some noise during the day. (We're late sleepers, otherwise I don't think this would have affected us much.) It was noisy outside the building but that's just being in a major city.

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Oct 02, 2010:  Bob R. - Bethesda, MD for 3 nights

Comments:Lovely apartment. We rented 2 other apartments in Paris from VIP on this trip, and this was by far the best of the 3. There was some construction noise during the day from another apartment in the building, but nothing like what we experienced in the first apartment we stayed in. We only noticed because my wife and I were both ill and spent most of the time in the apartment. Had we been out sightseeing, we would not have been bothered at all.

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Sep 06, 2010:  Lila D. - Cherrybrook, NSW Au for 12 nights

Comments:The Bed & Pillows were most comfortable.The laptop & internet connection was great. The plumbing posed no problems & hot water was great. This was the first time I booked via the internet & was quite nervous as payment had to be made in full before I received the key. I want to thank Donna especially for responding to my many questions very promptly & thank your team for a very professional job.Everything went off smoothly & I will not hesitate to use your services again.

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Jul 31, 2010:  Julia B. - Northamptonshire, Uk for 3 nights

Comments:There bathroom and toilet were very small. This is just the nature of Parisian apartments but can be a shock! The apartment was clean, tidy, comfortable and the sofa bed and bed both very comfortable. The pictures gave an honest picture - not always the case on websites. Receiving the key in advance was great. It meant you did not have to turn up by a certain time to a rental office in another part of town. VIP staff friendly and accessible (we liaised by email) and the instructions very clear.

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Jun 08, 2010:  Renee B. - Macomb Twp, MI for 6 nights

Comments:We loved the place, but could have been a little cleaner on arrival, crumbs all over the table cloth, floors needed to be mopped up, after 1 day my socks were completly black. Shower curtain had mold on bottom of it also. But that aside, we loved the spac

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May 29, 2010:  Laurie S. - San Francisco, CA for 6 nights

Comments:The apartment was not in pristine condition (tiles on tub and floor missing, curtains falling off hooks, etc.) but was extremely comfortable and great value for the money. Although the information you sent was excellent, information re: the washing machine would have been helpful if we were staying longer. We did not know how to use it as the directions on the machine were in French.

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Jan 11, 2010:  Linda Y. - Olympia, WA for 13 nights

Comments:I would give the overall condition of the apartment a 9 or 10 if it weren't for the lack of phone, tv and promised internet. A great addition to the apartment would be one of those wheeled shopping bags that French women take shopping. The apartment we rented from you in March 2008 had one.

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