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Here is what some of our clients have to say about Haven in Paris & their stay in:
Livingstone Penthouse
We loved the apartment. It was clean and bright and the views were exquisite. We were in the middle of the fabric district and it was colorful and fun to see all the people on the street. Close to a metro stop, we had easy access to all the sites of Paris. There are many cafes, bakeries, restaurants and shops, as well as a grocery store nearby for those, like us, who wanted to cook while there. I would highly recommend the space to anyone. The flowers, wine and bread we received during our tour was really sweet. Our contact person was wonderful and even helped coordinate meeting up with my friend traveling from another place and helped locate my missing luggage. Overall, I was extremely impressed with the attention to detail, the travel books and movies in the apartment, the generous nature of our contact person and the ease of renting, staying and leaving. We'll be back. Why HiP? The website had so much information and choices. I was impressed with the easy access to representatives of the property - it was all so easy to do. I went to several apartment sites and most were difficult to navigate, left many details out and did not offer prices and information in a clear manner. I have already recommended Haven in Paris to others. |
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We did have a wonderful stay at Livingstone. We have no suggestions to improve the quality of the flat. We thought it was very well equipped and comfortable, and appreciated the extra space and privacy over a hotel room. Everything worked in the kitchen, the washer and dryer were helpful as this was our 3rd week of travel, the computer was most helpful after using internet cafes in other cities, and the phone was a huge treat. We were able to call and check in with our sons and we appreciate that. The binder answered all our questions about how things worked. Amaury did a fine job greeting us. He was waiting when we arrived, did a good job of explaining the apartment, sent us a follow-up email late that night, arrived promptly for the check out appointment, and arranged for a taxi to take us to the airport. We did not ask any more of him, but we certainly felt comfortable about contacting him had we needed to. Thanks for everything. |
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Having rented other accomodations via the internet I was somewhat hesitant. We were anything but disappointed! It was exactly as described: great location, great value, comfortable, exceptional view of Montmartre, and a real Paris living experience. We shopped locally, cooked "at home" (excellent kitchen and cooking gear), enjoyed local restaurants, and easily got to all our Paris attractions. We would highly recommend it. Why HiP? Saw your offerings initially at VRBO website. Two things helped us choose: 1. the completeness of your website information & pictures, and 2. most importantly, the current and overwhelmingly positive comment from previous renters. One other thing proved to be very valuable to me: the (as advertised) computer. It really made a difference keeping me in touch with home and current financial situation. |
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Thomas was wonderful! and so was Amaury when we left. He brought us roses, breakfast from the local patisserie, and the best baguette we had while we were there. This was our 2nd stay at Livingstone, and it was so beautiful and romantic, once again. It's so quiet there, that you really feel like you're getting away from it all! I will keep coming back to this very special place for the peaceful feeling it brings me, and the magnificent view of the Sacre Coeur! Thank you HiP! I truly adore your team and apartment!! Why HiP? We had rented earlier this year, and had to come again! We knew that it would be a vacation and that it would be so easy to relax in Paris at this apartment! |
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The unit had everything and more than we needed. A little thing....egg cups - a european thing were not there. We needed to assure, that the phone and computer were hooked up, which was done, whilst our greater was there, which meant, 30 minutes were needed on his part. Why HiP? Referral from Eyles, Australia |
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Our stay here has been fantastic. The apartment is beautiful and had everything we needed. We didn't know much about the different districts of Paris before we came, but after exploring a bit, (in 9 days we just barely scratched the surface!) we feel we really lucked out that we are in the 18th. Our greeter, Amaury, was so helpful and nice. He really went above and beyond - walking with us on our first day for a good 45 minutes to show us around and even treated us to croissants and a baguette from Coquelicot. Now we've been spoiled and wish for a Haven in Stockholm, a Haven in Sydney, a Haven wherever we go! We highly recommend the restaurant "The Basilic". The food was amazing- perfect crème brulée! It's been an amazing honeymoon for us. |
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During the booking process all my emailed questions received immediate responses and this made me feel confident about using HIP to book accommodation in Paris. Arrival details were agreed with our 'greeter' days before we left and, upon arrival, we were warmly welcomed and shown how to use everything in the apartment which, incidentally, is kitted out with the best appliances I have ever found in a holiday rental. The Livingstone apartment is quiet and is ideally located in a safe, bustling, neighbourhood. Transport and excellent shops and restaurants are just a street away and the Sacre Coeur seems so close by that you could almost touch it from the window. I will certainly use HIP again. Why HiP? The website, price and immediate responses to initial emails. |
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Some say that to travel is better than arriving- but that's not true-Paris is a great destination and this place is a haven- and just one step from heaven! Walking the streets of the city for hours + hours allowed Paris, like the sun, to enter our souls- one night in Paris IS like a week in any other place and we had 14 of them. |
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We just returned from a week in Le Penthouse, and what a lovely, cozy place to come home to after a long day of walking. The apartment has everything one would want, including such thoughtful additions as a laptop with internet access, extra umbrellas, coffee and tea, a selection of guidebooks, etc. The view from the apartment is wonderful, and the busy street of shops quiets down at night. Everyone was friendly, helpful, and addressed our questions in a timely manner. It was really a fabulous trip, and I can't think of a thing that could be improved. Thanks so much for a great time. We loved everything about it, and can't wait to go back. Highly recommended! Why HiP? I had rented a few years ago from Paris Vacation Apartments. I contacted them for this trip, but they had no apartments the met our needs. They directed us to Haven in Paris, and we're very glad they did. |
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So, our bags were lost when we arrived to Paris. We emailed Sarah and Erica, and both of them immediately responded letting us know that they would do whatever they could to help. They checked on us continuously until the bags arrived and even contacted the concierge to let them know about the baggage delivery - just in case we were not available. I could not have asked for better service than that! The Livingstone far exceeded our expectations, too! We arrived to find a sunlit and airy apartment... with huge windows and a beautiful view of the Sacre Coer right outside. For myself and my sister, this apartment was like a fairytale and I have been daydreaming about our stay there (and being in Paris) ever since we left. We will be coming back, hopefully in a few months, and it feels nice knowing that we have a sort-of "home away from home" in Paris. Why HiP? The website is well-designed and all of the pictures and info made it an easy choice! |
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You guys are fantastic!!!! The apartment was perfect in all aspects. We felt at home instandly and the view was awesome. Thanks for everything and God willing we'll see you next year!! |
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Everything about the stay was perfect. The HIP team was professional and incredibly well prepared. It seemed like you had thought of everything before we did! There was no mistaking that a lot of time and painstaking effort had been put into not only the apartment, but also the information that HIP provides to their client. It was crucial! I shared the same doubts/ uncertainties that other potential clients might (with renting over the internet), but everything that was promised was delivered- and then some! The Livingstone was even more of a gem than the HIP website pictures are able to portray; the view from it, even more majestic. It was very comforting to know that Kyra (our greeter) was available if we had any questions, and though we only sent her a few emails, her responses were prompt, professional and well informed. I will absolutely recommend HIP to any of my world traveling friends and HOPE to have the opportunity to stay at another one of your apartments. Thanks again. |
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Thank you for the stay in this great apartment! Was my FIRST stay in Paris! Enjoyed every moment! I take great memories back to South Africa with me! I live in a rural area of South Africa and the whole experience of a big city and living in an apartment was so new to me. The Metro was new. Everything was new. Wow! What an experience! I have a lot to share with my friends and family. My God bless you for your servanthood! trust I will be back some day. |
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We had a great time in Paris! The apartment was lovely. Kyra (our greeter) was very nice, helpful and informative. We loved the call to Canada for free as could check in with our kids. I had some problem dialing local calls and was under the impression I was not to call cells from the apartment- so I didn't contact Kyra by cell but rather took time to email her. All in all- the apartment, Kyra and our whole experience was wonderful. We would not hesitate to rent again and to recommend your service. |
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As a VRBO owner myself, I understand how difficult it is to get everything right every week - but Haven in Paris did all that and more! From Helen ironing the sheets to Kyra greeting us and tell us not just what we needed to know in the apartment, but sharing so much more about Paris, it was a wonderful experience. I am telling all my friends - if you come to Paris, you must stay with Haven in Paris. As I have told everyone, I am not staying anywhere else but with you when we come to Paris (or Italy!) again! Your friend at the beach! www.condoson30a.com Merci! Nancy Why HiP? VRBO and your beautiful website |
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I had always dreamed of taking my teenage daughter on a special mother-daughter trip to Paris. When I saw the floor plan and the pictures of the Livingstone street studio, I knew immediately that it would be the perfect place for us... and it was! Our hostess, Evelyne, was charming and extremely helpful. She gave us her cellphone number and reassured us that we could call her at any time. The Montmartre neighborhood felt safe for two ladies on their own - we often came back late at night from our shopping and sightseeing excursions and never had any concerns. Access to the center of Paris by bus or metro was very convenient. The apartment is surrounded by many quaint cafes and bakeries where one can sit down for a delicious meal. There are also many places to buy take-out, something good for the travel budget. Staff in the local restaurants and stores speak English fluently. Thank you HIP for the lovely memories that my daughter and I now share of our Paris vacation. Evelyne(our greeter) was wonderful and so was her delightful husband Pierre. They had us over at their place on Houdon street for crepes. What a treat! Thank you again! Hope to go back some day - would like my husband to see it all too. One last thing that must be mentioned: the view of Sacre-Coeur from the apartment window... breathtaking! Why HiP? An article I read in "Doctor's Review" magazine. |
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We thoroughly enjoyed our time in Paris. We certainly thought our apartment on 7 Rue Livingstone was perfect. Montmartre is a terrific neighbourhood to stay in. From being greeted by Evelyne (extremely helpful and charming!) to each day returning to the comfort of our home away.. we had a delightful stay. The apartment has everything you would possibly need..so no in fact I can't offer any changes. I will say continue to do what you're doing. I hope one day in the not too distant future we will return to France and we would most certainly use one of your properties again.. |
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We had a wonderful stay at the Livingstone apartment. The neighborhood is simply charming. The views from the apartment are absolutely spectacular. We were extremely impressed by the quality of service with HIP. Evelyne was our greeter--she was truly wonderful. She even gave us a tour of the neighborhood on our first day. This was greatly appreciated. We have already recommended HIP and would certainly use them again. Thanks for a memorable trip! Why HiP? Your website |
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The apartment was fantastic. Well situated, and a great view from all the windows, which made it very bright and attractive. I was especially pleased with the service provided by Evelyne. I got into Paris early on a Saturday, and they were cleaning the apartment, so Evelyne let me leave my bags, and she took me on a mini-tour of the neighborhood, giving a few recommendations. Au Vin was great! Any time I'm coming to Paris, I will first check with Haven In Paris for accommodations! |
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We had a wonderful trip and loved our stay at the apartment. Evelyne was our greeter--she was truly wonderful. She even gave us a tour of the neighborhood on our first day. This was greatly appreciated. Overall, it was a great apartment and we hope to make another visit to the Livingstone apartment or another HIP property in the near future! |
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This apartment seemed to be set up for someone to actually live there, which is quite different from many other apartments in which we've stayed in Paris. The Livingstone Penthouse apartment had the best kitchen of any apartment we have rented before in Paris. It was extremely well equipped with good quality cookware, dishes, etc., which added to the pleasure of shopping at the local markets and then returning to the apartment to cook up something fun. The charming shops on nearby rue Lepic were especially good for this. It was also amazing to have the illuminated Sacre Coeur to gaze out at from the dining room table during dinners in. It is obvious that a lot of thought went into furnishing and equipping this apartment to provide a comfortable and livable Haven in Paris. Why HiP? The professional-looking website, with all the photos, information, and the availability calender, along with quick response time to our inquiries, are what made us decide to choose an apartment from Haven in Paris. |
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Erica and Sarah, I think this is our sixth or seventh stay with HIP, and our 3rd at Rue Livingstone. This time we arrived somewhat under the weather and left Paris restored. The apartment was, as always, a very, very comfortable nest. It's wonderful to watch the Paris light change through the day from your windows. Everything is sensible and easy to use. The availability of the free phone and wireless computer is a nice addition. Erica, the boulangerie that you sent us to last Monday is terrific and our last dinner in Paris at L'Abadache was our best. Hope to see you again, soon. |
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We thoroughly enjoyed our stay in the Livingstone Penthouse apartment in Montmartre. The apartment thoroughly met our expectations (based on the pictures and description available on your Internet site). Indeed, we were impressed by the immaculateness of the apartment, the quality of linen and kitchen utensils and the basics provided. The view of Sacre Cour was interesting at all times of day and in the mix of weather we experienced in March, and the neighborhood was colorful and an interesting ethnic mix. The Anvers metro station was located only two blocks away and very handy. We also found a staffed tourist office located one block away from the Anvers station. Kyra met us at the apartment with flowers and wine when we arrived. She was very helpful at explaining how appliances in the apartment worked, and she showed us where the local market and metro stations were as well as advised us on the best way for our son to get to Charles Degaulle Airport the following Saturday. Evelyne checked us out, and she was equally cordial and friendly. All in all, we had a great experience, and we are looking forward to returning to Paris. The books and other information provided in the apartment were most helpful. We would definitely do business with Haven in Paris again and recommend this studio apartment and your firm to other travellers. |
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Excellent vacation, one of the best I've had - outstanding. The apartment, service and location was great! Thank you, HIP staff and team! Why HiP? Recommendation from my wife who has rented Haven properties on many occasions. |
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Lovely, bright apartment nestled into a charming little neighborhood in Montmartre - it is a very comfortable apartment that is as wonderful as the pictures on the web site and more! Great accommodations and friendly helpful service with everything from transportation to good restaurants! We had a great vacation! Why HiP? We have rented Haven properties before (this is our 4th time) and have recommended it to friends, family and work colleagues as well. |
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A fabulous studio - we loved our time there. Very professional reservation process, very organized system the whole way through. A perfect studio for a couple to spend time in Montmartre. We found the best cheese shops, bakeries, & produce stands our first night there just down the street and we continued to go back every day for our provisions. Very friendly neighborhood over all, it was like staying in a small town within Paris. Evelyne is fantastic and a charming greater. thank you! Why HiP? We based our decision on the tastefully decorated studio and the reasonable price. |
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A warm cosy apartment with awesome views - rue Livingstone was the perfect pied-a-terre to spend a relaxed week just chilling (and shopping!) in Paris. All in all a lovely start to 2008 - hopefully we'll use one of your premises again soon! |
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Thank you for giving a real home & warmth in Paris. The service is outstanding, from the response time to the site presentation, to the friendliest Carrie. She has been of great help. I cannot imagine that I stay at another place when I come back to Paris. Thank you from the heart. |
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We loved the apartment and everything it offered, including the location - it was very "neighborhoody". One can experience the real Paris the way Parisians live, in a completely non-touristy area. Definitely a must go back! Why HiP? Your website and descriptions - perfect for Americans vacationing in Paris! |
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What a perfect place for a Paris escape... we spent Christmas in Montmartre with a view of the church... this apartment feels like home, in the best possible way! Thank you for the recommendations - we had a really memorable meal at le Restaurant. All In all tremendous! We'll send ALL our friends to you! All the best. |
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Thank you Erica and Haven in Paris for a truly wonderful two weeks. We love this apartment - the view, the location, all the amenities, plus the wonderful light coming thru the windows (truly sought after in Paris apartments!). The comfortable bed, good shower and French press all made us feel at home. We'll miss the view at Sacre Coeur when we leave. We'll be back. PS We highly recommend walking back behind Sacre Coeur - nice neighborhood away from the maddening crowds. PSS Thank you Carrie for being so helpful |
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7 rue Livingstone is truly a Haven in Paris. Each night afte a long day of walking and seeing the beautiful sights of Paris, we looked forward to returning to our Haven away from home. Haven in Paris came so highly recommended by past tenants that we knew we were in for a treat! Our first day here was sunny and beautiful and we could not believe the view of Sacre Coeur from the windows, and at night it takes our breath away! Every time we wake up or go to bed, we say the same thing - we can't believe we are here! The apartment had everything we needed and more! We will learn how to use a French press-pot before we return! Everything was fantastic - you have given us a honeymoon to remember and memories we will carry close to our hearts for the rest of our lives. Many many thanks! Thank you also for the friendly Carrie! Our best regards. We will be back and we will be passing the word on about the gem that is Haven in Paris! |
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This was our first time in Paris, which we absolutely loved and having such a great place to stay added to the experience. The apartment was extremely clean and came with just about everything we needed. The kitchen was well equiped with pots, pans etc. as well as things such as coffee, salt, pepper, olive oil, and plastic wrap. There was plenty of reading material around. Having internet access was wonderful. The washer and dryer made our week of biking beforehand easy to clean up from! The location in Montmartre was wonderful. Being able to see Sacre Coeur from the windows at night was very special. It was easy to get around either by foot or by metro. The book of recommendations was very helpful - we especially enjoyed the chocolate shop and Le Restaurant. Thank you for great service and a wonderful place to stay. We hope to be back some day! Why HiP? Had been looking for a while - found it overwhelming. Good price, looked lovely on the website. Quick response. |
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This apartment far exceeded our expectations in quality and convenience. It was so close to the Anvers metro stop that we had easy access to all parts of the city and the railroad for excursions outside the city. It was quiet at night so we could rest well. The apartment literally had all the comforts of home. Special touches like plenty of extra towels made the stay really pleasant. Why HiP? Our choice was based on the description, pictures, location and price. The view out the window was the final factor in the selection. |
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Haven in Paris was an absolute pleasure to work with! It was wonderful to have Carrie meet us and give us an introduction to the apartment as well as a comprehensive list of everything in the area we may need from grocery stores and restaurants to local doctors and dentists. The apartment was clean and roomy (loved the bottle of wine and flowers) which was nice since we were traveling with our 2 year old daughter. Although we didn't need to contact her, it was nice knowing if we did need anything we had a someone that would help. We will definitely use your service in the future and we loved being in the Montmartre area. Thank you again. |
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Thoroughly enjoyed our holiday in Paris. 18eme is an enjoyable buzzy place. Lots of local color and activity. We had a really lovely stay at Monmartre. Were warmly welcomed by Carrie and just loved the location with the wide open windows. The apartment had all we needed and were really grateful to have internet access and the machine and dryer were a bonus. |
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We had a lovely week in the apartment. Lovely views, excellent location and the apartment was perfect for us. Carrie was very helpful. Why HiP? I liked the look of the apartments and the prices were reasonable. |
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I loved the studio that we stayed in this September. It was clean, comfortable and had every amenity we could have wanted. The perfect view of Sacre Coeur from the windows was spectacular to wake up to! The apartment was perfect and all the little 'extras' like some flowers and coffee were much appreciated. Carrie was most helpful and very pleasant person. She was punctual and told us all we needed to know. Your directory of recommendations for restaurants, etc. was great too. I cannot really think of any improvements you could make! The neighbourhood is a little funky which I loved! Great deals in the hair salons and beauty parlours and coffee shops... The posh places are only 10 mins away on the Metro! I'd highly recommend this apartment and the Haven In Paris service. |
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I got the studio as a last resort. Everything else I looked was either too expensive or a little smaller than a elevator. The livingstone studio seemed like a palace compared to the rest. .....usually the pics beautify the situation. Not in this case! The studio is exactly as beautiful as it looks on the pics. Even better! It`s 1000% clean, the view is excellent (do yourself a favour and wake up to see the dawn). I can`t recommend it more strong. We were expected by Carrie , a very pleasant person and extremely helpful. We really felt welcomed. We`ll definitely come to Paris again (I always say that you need a second trip to enjoy the city you visit) and we won`t look anywhere else. Why HiP? it was the most decent (it proved to be much more than decent) in our price range. |
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Haven in Paris it is! Erica, we had a wonderful trip! Thank you very much for all of your help. It was wonderful to stay at rue Livingstone. It's a charming place and your level of detail and comfort is appreciated. Have stayed in other accomodations you have and they were equally as nice. Looking forward to visiting again ad would highly recommend Haven in Paris to anyone! |
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Haven it very well is. Erica, we had a wonderful trip. Thank you very much for all of your help. It was wonderful to stay here at rue Livingstone again. It's a charming place and your level of detail and comfort is appreciated. Have stayed in other accomodations you have and they were equally as nice. Looking forward to visiting again and would highly recommend Haven in Paris to anyone. |
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We enjoyed our stay in your apartment very much, thank you. In the first instance I liked the website and then decided to chose Rue Livingstone because we did not need anything larger. On seeing the apartment my expectations were more than satisfied Clean,very comfortable bed and pillows, good linen and plentiful supply of towels. Excellent shower and supply of hot water. All cooking facilities(including clothes washing machine). Wonderful views. Excellent guide (the prepared guide ) which you emailed to me. Carrie (our Greeter) was absolutely lovely and very attentive to our needs and explained everything well. Quite delightful in fact. My wife enjoyed the roses very much. We enjoyed the great supply of guide books, books and CD's and we even went on one of the Paris Walks (after having seen the write up in the apartment)The walk was most enjoyable and well worth doing We will certainly recommend your website to friends and relatives and should we revisit Paris you or Erica would be the first contact. All in all very impressive and we could not have wished for more Congratulations. |
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Just got home from our visit to rue Livingstone. We really enjoyed the apartment very much. Thank you for such a thoughtfully well equipped and tastefully arranged studio. That is a lucky spot you have there. |
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This apartment truly was a Haven in Paris! We booked the Livingstone apartment for our honeymoon and can't imagine ever going back to hotel stays again. Erica and Evelyne were terrific! Thank you! Why HiP? Recommended by a friend. |
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This really was a haven in Paris. The Livingstone Penthouse was superb and we were very well looked after by Erica via email and Carrie who received us at the apartment with flowers. The local area information was excellent and saved several hours of investigation which meant more time to enjoy the beautiful city of Paris. We would love to have another holiday in Paris and stay at this very apartment. Thank you. |
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I strongly recommend the Livingstone Penthouse. I had wonderful days and nights there. I had the rare chance to cook and have dinner, together with my wife, windows open, gazing at Sacre-Couer Basilic all veiled with magical green light in mild spring nights. Not to mention the fine and cheap Bordeaux in the glass. Haven in Paris deserves all confidence. Newcomers clients don't hesitate in dealing with Erica and all her people. My experience in negotiating with them was above my expectations. |
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Everything was wonderful. Carrie (our greeter) was great--very helpful and easy to get in touch with. She was right on time and everything. Can't think of any improvements. I'm sure we'll be using your services in the future--maybe in the south of France as well. Very Best, Joe |
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It was a perfect week in Paris, only too short. It's been unseasonably mild which meant we spent our time walking the city and sitting at cafes and parks soaking up the sun. The apartment couldn't have been nicer. Carrie was terrific - there when we arrived and right on time when we had to tear ourselves away to the airport. Thank you so much. I hope we have the opportunity to rent it again. We'll certainly recommend it to friends! |
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I had a wonderful weeklong stay at the Livingstone Street Penthouse apartment in Paris during a two week trip to Europe. From the very outset, Erica contributed to a successful trip. I was interested in staying in Montmartre, but had questions whether it was really right for me. Erica took an extensive amount of time on the phone to accurately describe the neighborhood. And it turned out to be one of my favorite places in Paris with a great deal of restaurants and bars that catered to locals as oppossed to the tourists. I intend to stay in Montmartre again in the future. The apartment itself was a pure joy. The view of Sacre Coeur is phenomenal and the high speed internet connection allowed me to take care of business. Moreover, the washer and dryer allowed me to do a load of laundry which is an incredible convenience on a long trip. The apartment was comfortable, warm and conveniently located in walking distance to thre metro stops. It was easy to make it to all of my appointments in Paris. I highly reccomend this apartment, Montmartre and Haven in Paris. Kerry |
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We had a wonderful couple of days here in Paris. The apartment has been lovely & cosy and has had everything we needed. The views are outstanding and we will definitely recommend it to our friends and family. Many Thanks. |
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Suzanne and I had an absolutely wonderful time at the apartment. It was a great experience that we hope to repeat again. We both fell in love not only with the apartment, but the neighborhood as well. |
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As for suggestions, I can't think of any. We really weren't in want of anything. We were both extremely happy with the apartment; and with the amenities that are already available. And as for our greeter, Carrie: we were very happy with her as well. There was a mix-up with the car service our first morning; and Carrie was very understanding and helpful. Also very friendly. And although we didn't need to call at any point during the week, we certainly got the impression that she would have been more than happy to answer any questions that we had. We hope to rent from you again in the future. Thank you! |
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WE LOVED OUR APPARTMENT. I'M NOT SURE PARIS WOULD HAVE BEEN THE SAME WITHOUT WAKING UP TO THE INCREDIBLE VIEW EVERY MORNING. AFTER THE FISRT FEW DAYS, WE FELT LESS LIKE TOURISTS AND MORE LIKE A PART OF PARIS. THE RESTURAUNTS IN THIS AREA WERE SMALLER, AND WONDERFUL. ONLY ONCE OR TWICE DID WE EXPERIENCE THE RUDENESS THAT THE PARISIANS ARE SUPPOSED TO BE FAMOUS FOR. NEW YORKERS ARE MUCH WORSE. AS MUCH AS WE LIKED THE APARTMENT AND AREA, I AM RELUCTANT TO RECOMMEND IT. JEALOUSLY I FEEL LIKE IT WAS OUR OWN LITTLE FIND. A WONDERFUL HAVEN IN PARIS |
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Hello Erica and Alain, My second time in this apartment and Tom's first, and we will return. It is the perfect size for us. The week's highlights: got tickets (last minute) to the FIAC art exhibition @ the Grand Palais and Carousel du Louvre. Great people watching + hats. Preferred the art at Carousel du Louvre vs. Grand Palais. Also Marilyn Monroe photos @ Maison Maillot (rue de Grenelle) by Bert Stein. The new Musee Branly - what a beautiful building, walking up and down the Canal St. Martin, discovering the Ile St. Germain in Issy les Moulineaux . . . gorgeous gorgeous island with Jean Nouvel + Philip Starck buildings/private homes as well as a lovely park + restaurant L'Ile delicious. Our vote for best neighborhood restaurant is La Pizzetta at 22, Avenue Trudaine only a few blocks away in the 9th. Tel: 01 48 78 14 08. Don't miss it. Also managed to eat at L'Atelier de Joel Robuchon. Oh yes another out of the way but worth it walk would be in the rue Louise Weisse for newer art galleries. Went from there over to the 14th to check out a LeCorbusier house on Avenue Reile + discovered one of my new favourite streets = square de Montsouris = and the lovely Parc montsouris. Carrie was very welcoming and gave us a much needed Eureka card. The place on Abbesses did not have a new card but the Cyberoom at 49 Bb Rochechouart did. A small suggestion: a plug for the bathroom sink so one can do hand washables. Everything else was perfection. Was glad to be able to do laundry before heading to Antwerp, Maastrict, + Berlin. Hope to see you next time. |
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We had really enjoyed our week in the Livingstone apartment. The view, especially at night, was to die for. The apartment was well equipped with everything we needed and a few more. Monmartre was so romantic but we also had all of Paris at our fingertips with the Metro just steps away from the apartment. Kyra was very helpful in setting us up. An A+ experience for sure. We'll definitely return and recommend the apartment to our friends. THANKS! |
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We spent 3 weeks at 7 Rue Livingstone. The apartment was conveniently located, met all our needs -from corkscrews to coffee- was very well appointed and most comfortable. Our trip was wonderful and the view from our windows-Oh My! Haven in Paris does everything to ensure a happy stress-less vacation and we will certainly use them again and recommend them to our friends. |
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We have had the opportunity to stay in two of Erica and Alain's marvelous apartments and we'll never stay anywhere else in Paris. Travelling with a 13-year old (even a seasoned traveller like mine) is often a challenge, especially when it comes to hotel rooms and accommodations. Erica and Alain were the best hosts imagineable. The Livingstone was a delight and Lina loved it immediately. It is so comfortable and stylish and that magnificent view...WOW. Within a day she was calling it "home." We loved the neighborhood and our daily walks to Sacre Coeur and then to Au Levain D'Antan for their delicious croissants. We'll be back! |
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Erica, we had a great time! Thank you so much for letting us stay in the apartment. Kyra was wonderful. She called to make sure everything was okay and then again to make sure we had transportation back to the airport. It was so much better than staying in a hotel. The few people we ran into that lived there were also very nice which just added to the experience. Thank you for helping when I called when we arrived late! Oh and Elysee cars was wonderful as well. Both drivers were really great. The one who took us back to the airport even went in to make sure we were at the right terminal (we weren't) and then drove us farther so we wouldn't have to walk. I'd definitely use them again. I talked to people who left reviews and you have such a presence on the internet that I went for it. I even searched just your name and found things so I ended up feeling okay. Your paperwork was all very professional which helped. Really, though nothing needs improving. Oh, and I like your new web site too. We'll definitely use you again next time we are in Paris or Provence. It was a fabulous experience. |
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I want to thank you for the wonderful accomodations. The apt. was absolutely perfect and we were well taken care of. Thanks for a wonderful experience Kyra was absolutely wonderful - couldn't have been nicer or more competent. It was so nice to have her welcome us to Paris and our little home for our visit. By the way, thanks for having an ice pack in the freezer. I sprained my ankle very badly on the third day and the ice pack was perfect! I wrapped it around my ankle and used it every day. How thoughtful of you. My ankle is still rather swollen, but I no longer have to limp or keep ice packs on it. Anyway, little things like that and the roses and the bottle of wine were such thoughtful "touches". Thanks - you made our visit (my first to Europe) memorable, relaxing, lovely and fun. |
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We are so pleased to have rented the Montmatre apt for our first trip to Paris. What a difference! We immediately felt at home, settled in, and ready to experience Parisian life. Claire was delightful and so helpful. Too bad for us we didn't have a chance to meet (and thank) Erica in person, but she was wonderful to work with and extremely accomodating. We can't wait to return to France and will definitely rent from Haven in Paris again. Thank you! |
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We rented the apartment which looks out on Sacre Coeur for 10 days the end of April, 2006. We are a retired couple who spend time in Paris every year. We have rented other apartments and done home exchanges in various parts of Paris. We could not have been more pleased with this apartment, the care that was extened by both Claire and Erica, the location and the VIEW. We spent hours (it poured one weekend so we never left the apartment just hung out and read several of the avaiable books) looking out at the magnificant site. We were thrilled to be "living" in Montmartre!! I have recommended Haven in Paris to our friends and look forward to staying here again. |
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This was our first ever trip to Paris and it was fantastic. The Livingstone apt was very well situated to shopping, services and metro station. I was very skeptical about snding a check to an individual whom I had never met half way around the world for an apt rental in an area of a city I was unfamiliar with and had never been to. I was encouraged after I got a few emails from people who had done this booking before and committed. My wife and I thoroughly enjoy the apt. We looked out at the Sacre Coeur each morning while we had breakfast, enjoyed wandering the neighborhood streets and were within a short walk to the metro. We tried one of Erica's suggestions for a dinner out and it was great! We'd gladly rent from Erica and Alain again. It was a wonderful experience. |
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What else can be said of this wonderful little gem in Montmartre. All the comments below are true to the power of ten. . .you will only understand once you've been there. My husband and I felt like Parisians--not tourists--in our Rue Livingstone penthouse suite. The charms of the city floating past like a dream—-the experience did, in fact seem almost ethereal. The lure of Paris: with its myriad cafes, old streets, flea markets, museums, etc. . .are all but a short distance away. But if you wanted to sleep in (yeah, we did it), stay "home" and read a book, relax in true anti-tourist fashion, the apartment became that quiet sanctuary two people who work full time and seriously needed a vacation could enjoy (no one knocking on the door to make the bed, no "Do Not Disturb" sign needed). Erica Berman is wonderful--she makes her clients her friends and keeps them informed; she's gracious, you know she’ll be there if something--anything--were to go wrong during your stay. A trip to Paris, where we were ill-prepared, knew very little French, owned not one guidebook until the day before, had no itinerary was our best trip ever. We credit it to our sweet, clean, romantic little flat in the middle of everything--yet far from it all-—and to the kindness of Erica and her delightful assistant Francoise. Send me an email and I’ll tell you more; I might wax poetic, I may even offer you our barely used guidebook. |
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I stayed in the apartment for my second time in February and it was as wonderful the second time as it was the first. Erica and Alain really know how to create an experience. The apartment has everything you could possibly need to feel like you are in your very own home in Paris. The view is second to none, the neighborhood is charming, and the apartment itself is cozy and inviting. There is no better way to visit Paris then to stay in an apartment and Erica's apartment is definitetly the best I have come across. I know that I will be sure to visit Paris again and to visit the apartment "my home" in Paris again. |
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It was a beautiful experience. The photos do not do justice to the airiness and light that fills the apartment. A magical hideaway above the world with Sacre-Coeur outside the window, which is as beautiful at night as in the day. The apartment was well stocked so we felt that we were truly in a home, much better than an impersonal hotel. Next visit will definitely return to 'our place'. |
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The Livingstone apartment is a marvelous nest particularly when it's a bit wintry in Paris. As always, Erica and the team made us immediately welcome and comfortable. Though this visit was a short one, we once again bought provisions at R. Lepic and made use of the well arranged kitchen. We are looking forward to our next visit and expect it will be a longer one. |
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Dear Erica and Alain, I really enjoyed your Apt, it's in a perfect location for business and pleasure. Been a french man that now lives in the US, I am very happy that I found about your place. Everything as perfect, was very happy that you had wireless so I was able to check my Emails. As I told you I look forward on coming back. |
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It was such a delight to arrive at Rue Livingstone last November (2005) for our 10-night stay and be greeted by Francoise with flowers and wine. She is a lovely lady and spent quite a while there with us explaining the amenities of the apartment in great detail. She also gave us a wonderful restaurant recommendation for L'Homme Tranquille" which we enjoyed very much for our first meal in Paris. Erica was also very helpful in making the initial arrangements and by phone during our stay. The apartment was everything I hoped it would be - fabulous views of Sacre Couer and the surrounding rooftops, the sound of rain on the roof, the lovely architectural details from being on the top floor, the oak floor....Kitchen and bath were well stocked. Washer and dryer worked great. The building itself was also beautiful. Be sure to at least go down the stairs (if not up) once or twice. There are great views out the large windows on each landing. Easy walking distance to Metro stations and VERY close to Sacre Couer. Several times we bought crepes or croissants and ate them up by Sacre Couer. Lots of restaurants and the sights of Montmartre all close by. Great value for the price. So much nicer to pretend you live in Paris for a while rather than staying in a hotel. |
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