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Here is what some of our clients have to say about Haven in Paris & their stay in:
Vieux Colombier
What a wonderful time we had in Paris. We absolutely loved the apartment. For me it was such a relief to see that it was impeccably clean upon our arrival. (Not the case with our first week rental in Normandy.) Jeanne was there when we arrived and was helpful in reviewing the ins and outs of the apartment and showed us to the local grocery stores etc. I feel fortunate that I found your website over the Internet. Staying in the apartment was a very relaxing way to see Paris. I will definitely recommend your agency to any friends and family who will be visiting Paris. |
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My sister and I had an absolutely positive experience with HIP from beginning to end. Every email inquiry was answered promptly and thoroughly, the contract covered everything we needed to know and the payment system was easy to use. The apartment was so beautiful--truly a "Haven in Paris", and the photos did do it justice--we got what we were expecting. Our greeter, Jeanne, was very helpful and pleasant. We will definitely use HIP again, and recommend it to others traveling to France. We are considering Tuscany for a future trip, so you will definitely hear from us then. Thanks for everything ladies--you've got a great business going... |
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Thanks to each of you for making our experience unforgettable! We were so worried about renting an apartment abroad and Haven in Paris quickly but our minds at ease. Your professionalism and prompt attention to making sure that everything went smoothly was greatly appreciated. I cannot express how wonderful Jeanne (our greeter) and Kyra (our concierge) were. We will never forget our market experience with Kyra -- don't ever loose her! The entire experience from start to finish was impeccable! The apartment is in such a wonderful location and provided a serene haven for relaxing while experiencing Paris. We are looking at our calenders now to plan the next trip so hopefully we will be in touch soon. Thanks to all of the staff for making our week in Paris memorable! Why HiP? From the HIP staff to the greeters everyone took the time to ensure the details were taken care of. |
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It would be hard to briefly describe our experience at Vieux Colombier in Paris. From the moment we stepped through the door I knew we had made a good choice. The pictures did not justify the spacious atmosphere. Ten foot beamed ceilings and 2 sets of French doors that gave a beautiful view of the gardens (40 feet long). While accommodating enough to sleep 5 there were only two of us. So we each had our own space and a full bath in both. Bookcases full of maps, museums, transit info, novels etc. We had a small but very well equipped kitchen, washer and dryer and it was all on the first floor in the heart of St. Germain. Our greeter Jeanne met us at the apartment with wine and flowers and a wealth of information. It also had complimentary internet and calls to the USA. It truly was a haven in Paris. And two days before we left when I came down with tendonitis in one knee Jeanne had a doctor to help me within the hour. We will definitely come back and have told numerous friends about our experience. Our only regret was that our week seemed to have flown by too quickly. From my first visit to the site until we walked out the door everything was very efficient and well thought out. Kudos to the Haven in Paris staff. We shall return. Pat Cochran and Deb McNulty Why HiP? We had first started looking for a hotel when my friend said a friend of hers had used your site and was very pleased. So once we saw what you had to offer we were hooked. Our emails and calls were answered very promptly. The experience was very pleasant from start to finish. We are looking into Tuscany for next spring. We are more than satisfied clients.Thank you for providing such a wonderful service. |
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We have returned home and have very fond memories of last week. The apartment was wonderful. We loved the location and the open courtyard. The interior design and furnishings were very nice and among the most tasteful of any place we have stayed. We look forward to our stay on rue de Clery. |
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I really enjoyed it - and greeter was excellent. Appreciated flowers and wine as well, nice touch. |
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We loved this place, and would happily stay forever. (in fact they are coming back for 7 weeks in 2008! - HIP) |
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The apartment is excellent, being unusually sizeable, with the courtyard and the garden cottage being extra bonuses. The location is superb. Carrie was very attentive to our needs (which were few!). We would certainly book the apartment again if we are lucky enough to revisit Paris one day. |
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I have just returned from spending the entire month of April 2007 in the rue du Vieux Colombier property and it is a gem! The large studio has been significantly upgraded with new lighting and furniture and it has everything one could ever need, in terms of very high quality bed and table linens, a snug but very efficient kitchen, comfortable garden furniture and even a superb sewing kit! The best thing, of course, is the garden, which is almost always shady and cool and adds another large living space to the property. Also, the guest cottage, while small, provides wonderful privacy and comfort to one's guests. The location is about the best I have ever found, and I have rented apartments in various arrondissements. I recommend this apartment with no reservations whatsoever. The staff is excellent and highly responsive. I very much hope to return. |
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This was our third trip to Paris and the best yet. Thank you Haven in Paris for helping us find the most sparkling clean apartment in Paris, sending Anne to greet us and making this trip so enjoyable. We look forward to visiting Vieux Colombier again soon! |
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We had a fabulous time in Paris. The apartment was enchanting and the separate bedroom with bath met our needs perfectly. And what a rarity, a lovely little garden in the middle of Paris! The apartment was quiet yet so centrally located. What an absolute joy to find world famous baker, Poilane, right around the corner. I went out on more than one occasion in my jammies to get their melt in your mouth croissants. Was also pleased to find my two favorite Parisian jewelry stores, Metal Pointus and Babylone, right outside my door. In fact, the neighborhood is filled with excellent shopping and dining. The Bonne Marche and open markets in one direction and the Monoprix in the other. Metro stop very convenient. Really, an excellent location. We were handled very professionally by the staff. Nancy, our greeter, was great, and everything went very very well. The apartment was clean, warm and welcoming. Planning on renting again when I bring my teenagers to Paris next year |
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We had an absolutely wonderful time in the Vieux Colombier apartment. The apartment was just perfect and now we can't imagine staying anywhere else! |
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I would like to recommend the rue du Vieux Columbier apartment to anyone who wants a wonderful stay in Paris. It is very comfortable, private and quiet with its lovely garden. The separate bedroom and bathroom would be a big bonus with 4-5 persons. Even the pull out sofa was very comfortable. When we arrived Francoise was so helpful showing us the details of the apartment and recommendations of the neighborhood. My only hesitation in recommending the apartment is it may be booked when we want to use it again! Thank you for such a comfortable home away from home for ourweek in Paris. We have rented several other apartments in Paris and this is the best yet. Erica and Francoise do a wonderful job from the ease of the booking process to being on call if you need them while in Paris. Can't wait to be back again! |
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Both my daughter and I thoroughly enjoyed our stay at the Vieux Colombier property in Paris. It was everything we read about and were very happy with the amenities and location. We were able to enjoy many of the restaurants in the area as well as the great food shops that are nearby. It was also very convenient to the Metro as we spent many days riding it from place to place. I would recommend this apartment to anyone who would enjoy the ambiance of local living in a location that would be arguably the best in Paris. If I have a chance to visit for another week in Paris, I would look forward to staying in the same apartment. Thank you for all of the care and pride you show in your property as it really made us feel at home in an otherwise very imposing city. |
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A quiet place in a wonderful neighborhood! This ground-floor apartment is very appealing, with a spacious living room and a small but well-appointed kitchen. The living room has floor-to-ceiling windows that overlook a lovely private garden. In an unusual but charming configuration, the bedroom is on the other side of the garden from the living room. You have to walk through the garden to go to and from the bedroom, which can be a little inconvenient if the weather is cold or rainy, or if you want a middle-of-the-night snack. But what's a little inconvenience when you are walking in a Paris garden at midnight! It didn't bother me at all. The apartment is ideal for two people but can hold as many as five, since the living room has a comfortable full-size sleep sofa and a single sofa-bed and there are two bathrooms. In a city that can be maddeningly noisy, this apartment is set back from the street and is extremely quiet. You don't get a charming street view from your window, as you do in many Paris hotels, but the trade-off in blissfully quiet nights is worth it. The neighborhood is delightful. You are close to the famous cafés and restaurants on Boulevard St. Germain and you are a short walk away from the Latin Quarter, the Musée d'Orsay, and the Ile de la Cité. The many markets on the lovely Rue de Seine are also a few minutes walk away. A Metro stop (St. Sulpice) at the end of the block will take you wherever else you want to go in Paris. Around the corner on Rue de Sèvres is the Bon Marché department store, the fabulous La Grande Epicerie supermarket, and a Maison de Chocolat boutique where you will happily exchange your euros for the best chocolate you'll ever taste in your lifetime. |
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This is a lovely place - quiet, safe and well-located. We thoroughly enjoyed our stay and would definitely consider staying there again. |
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Great, Great, Great...... if you are interesting in an apartment (quite comfortable) in the heart of Paris this is one for you. Most of the major sites are within walking distance and a supermarket and postoffice are just around the corner. I will definitely stay at this apartment again. |
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