Property
A practically perfect 1+bedroom (the spacious sleeping alcove off the triple wide living room used to be a second bedroom, and is now partitioned with sliding doors) apartment in the very child-friendly 7th arrondisement. The bright and comfortable St Julien has been lovingly restored from top to bottom, and features a newly remodeled open plan kitchen (with laundry facilities, dishwasher, and cappuccino maker), 2 1/2 bathrooms (one with full tub), master bedroom (with queen bed), and large living room (with TV, and dual region DVD player).

Location
Rue St Dominique in the 7th, just steps from the Champ du Mars Park (four playgrounds, basketball courts, inexpensive bike rentals, puppet shows, and of course the Eiffel Tower).

Sleeps
2-4 very comfortably.

Highlights

Riding the hand cranked carousel from the 1800s in the Champ de Mars Park–kids get a stick and they have to try to grab the ring. Living like a local in one of the most desirable neighborhoods in Paris. Sleeping well in an urban setting (all the windows have been refitted with double-paned glass).

Good to know
Not all Parisian apartments have air conditioning–St Julien does. The view of the Eiffel Tower is peek-a-boo (through some foliage), and best seen at night during the light show. One week minimum, unless by special arrangement. Those scary-looking french doors can be secured securely locked in an ajar (for a breeze) or closed position.

Contact
www.parisperfect.com

May 14th, 2008 | by Jamie Pearson