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Here is what some of our clients have to say about Haven in Paris & their stay in:
Livingstone Penthouse
I can't say enough good things about Haven in Paris, or your team, or Didier, my greeter. I was thrilled with your service across the board and can't imagine seeing Paris any other way—this trip was a sort of personal triumph for me, and your team was a major part of that. I loved the property, and the guidebook outlined everything in explicit detail. Didier was a big help (and lots of fun, to boot) and gave me great guidance on what to see, as well as which Metro stops would get me there. Likewise the neighborhood restaurant and shopping tips in the guidebook were much appreciated (ditto the recs on your blog), and I made use of them nearly every day, managing to escape the typical tourist fare all along the way, which was my ultimate goal in selecting an apartment service rather than staying in a hotel. What more can I tell you? I loved it, loved it, loved it, and thank you all immensely for contributing to a truly unforgettable experience. Why HiP? See above :) |
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Our time in the Livingstone apartment was fab - everything was as luxury as it could be on our budget; you seem to sustain the luxury and high quality throughout all your properties and don't compromise even on the more affordable and modest properties. We fully appreciate this attention to detail and the personal touches that run throughout your holiday lets - these are things that we feel very strongly about and have been hugely disappointed by the lack of effort and taste in other properties we've stayed in the past. |
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Had a great time - apartment was great and in a good location. Why HiP? Properties looked better than most, website is great (really gives you the feel of what you're getting into), and HIP gives the feeling that you are not signing up with some fly by night organization because all my interactions were timely and professional. |
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I found my stay in the Haven apartment a brilliant experience. The apartment itself was in a fantastic area within easy reach of central Paris but with plenty of bars, resturants and tourists sites right on the dorrstep. The apartment was very clean, had all the mod cons you would expect and was very pretty. When we arrived at the property Didier showed us around so we knew where everything was, how everything worked and had the reassureance that we could contact him with any queries. He even recommened some good restaurants! I would strongly recommend the apartment to anyone visiting Paris. Why HiP? The location of the apartment, the look look of the apartment and the price. |
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Outstanding. I am an architect and well traveled, and I can honestly say this was by far and beyond the best experience we could have imagined. From the very moment we met our greeter Didier, we were taken by the service, charm, and beauty of it all. This is an excellent way to visit the city, but then have a comfortable and stylish home to come back to every evening. Economical, yet first class service. You will love it and the charming neighborhood! We did. Why HiP? I searched online and 'Googled' "hip Paris accomodations. The photos of the unit were both descriptive and artistic. That first caught my eye. Then the travel reviews allayed any concerns I might have had. Thank you all! |
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Since I was one person, the apartment was the ideal size. As always, the Haven in Paris Team provided everything that one could need for a most comfortable stay. The view of Sacre Coeur, especially at night, was nothing less than spectacular. For a small apartment, it was very well equipped. This was my second visit to the Haven Team and I am anxious to continue sampling many of their other beautiful apartments. Didier couldn't have been more helpful and charming and always ready to resolve any problem. A wonderful experience and my congratulations again to Haven for their continued excellence in providing first-class accommodations and unrivalled professionalism and courtesy. No more hotels for me. Why HiP? I was very impressed with your web page presentation. It was most comprehensive and user friendly. |
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I was delighted with my stay at rue Livingstone. I usually stay around the 6th arrondisement but I wanted to explore a new area. I was smitten once I discovered that I was in the midst of the fabric district. Besides that the journey to Les Puces was so quick. And there were so may places to go that connected easily with the metro stops. But beyond anything is the view of Sacre Coeur, both day and night. The apt. is lovely and I was very comfortable. The wifi access was great as I was working for part of the trip. The bed (and bedding) was very comfortable. A French friend that visited me even cooked a lovely dinner for us in the apt. My only complaint? The wine bottle opener was terrible! Very easily fixed! I highly recommend this apt. and look forward to going back myself. Or maybe trying other Haven In Paris apts. Why HiP? I looked at a few websites and as I am in the photography and magazine industry, I found the site very well designed and clear. I also appreciated the direct comments about any of the flaws of the apt. Even thought it wasn't the cheapest option, the difference was minimal and the benefits seemed to outweigh the cost. |
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This was my third stay in the Livingstone property and it still feels like heaven. Didier (our greeter) is an absolute dream and I can't wait to see him again when we are in Paris next year! The apartment is so peaceful, so i really feel like I am escaping when I am there. The Haven in Paris team make traveling to Paris effortless. This is the ONLY place we want to stay in Paris. Why HiP? We have stayed at 7 Livingstone in the past |
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We rented the Livingstone Penthouse for our belated honeymoon in November (we were married in March). Having lived in Paris previously and spent a lot of time visiting, we were more interested in a comfortable stay in the city than an agenda-heavy tour of all the guidebook high-lights. Location was less of a priority for us, though the views of Sacre-Coeur from the Livingstone Penthouse were a great selling point when choosing where to stay! The apartment was perfect for our intentions. We were able to cook and eat in whenever we wanted. The furnishings and details were beautiful and we had everything we needed for our stay. The free internet and International phone calls were a huge plus. Didier was cheerful and helpful upon arrival and departure, and although we never called upon HiP during our stay, we appreciated knowing that we had services and attention standing by in case we needed anything. We had a great experience with Haven in Paris and I would highly recommend renting an apartment to anyone planning to visit Paris. Why HiP? We wanted the comforts of a home rather than a hotel room for our stay. We enjoy authentic experiences when we travel and shopping and cooking contribute to the sense of familiarity with a place. Renting an apartment allowed us to do these things easily. Your website is clean, modern, and elegant, without being pretentious. I had a feeling that HiP's taste in location, furnishings, service, etc would match my expectations and it did. Probably exceeded my expectations! The concierge service and generally personalized attention made an HiP rental more appealing than, say, VRBO, which seemed a little riskier. We had zero complaints, only compliments, and would certainly repeat the experience in the future! Thanks so much for a lovely honeymoon! |
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I can't think of anything more you could have done to improve the apartment. We thought it was wonderful and we loved being in a neighborhood. Didier was perfect greeter. He was full of helpful information and enjoyable to talk to. He was also there exactly when he said he'd be when we were leaving. If we return to Paris in the near future, we would definitely rent the same apartment. We also took Erica's recommendation and went to Miroir (reservations required) and the food was outstanding. |
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HIP very professional and easy to deal with. Helped with hotel before apartment available. A very nice little studio which greatly contributed to the enjoyment of the holiday. Just what i was looking for. Why HiP? The clear quality of apartments in great locations, which indicated strict selection criteria required by the HIP team across the board, even for the smallest studio.....which proved to be the case. |
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This was our second, and fortunately a longer visit, to Paris. The apartment was perfect and we were alway happy to return to our little retreat. The view can't be beat. Montmartre is an interesting and comfortable place to wander. I think we found all the quiet garden suprises. We had to find a restaurant for a Monday night as friends were meeting us for dinner. We were more then pleasantly surprised to find "Le Cafe Qui Parle, - it was outstanding. The Metro was se easy, fast and certainly efficient and all trains connect to the 2 & 12 (the lines by the apartment). We look forward to our next visit We took Erica's advice and went to 'Le Miroir' for dinner (reservation essential). It was outstanding!!! |
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We were alerted to your company by an article we read in a travel magazine for physicians. It turns out a physician, from our community, and his family had stayed at one of your properties and mentioned it in an article they wrote for the magazine. With your assistance we were met at the airport by taxi. Andy, the driver, was very helpful and informative. On arrival at the property we were met by Didier. He is a gem. The workings of the apartment were carefully explained to us. The special touches of wine and flowers were appreciated, they set the tone for the week, relax you are on holidays. Thank you Didier. We did have difficulty getting reception on the TV and e-mailed Didier for assistance. He responded, within minutes, by phone talking my husband through the set up. The apartment was excellently appointed. Appliances were new, all cookware and dishes were supplied. There was nothing else needed. I had even brought my own laundry detergent only to find it supplied. One note - if you are going to continue supplying the detergent you may want to make mention of it on the web site. |
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The Livingstone apartment was exactly as we imagined it would be, fantastic views and full of Parisian charm and character. HIP were a pleasure to deal with from go to woe, the flowers and wine were a nice touch. The apartment is ideally located, quiet and safe. We followed some of the restaurant recommendations for Montmartre taken from this site and can say in our opinion the pizza at Alice Pizza were some of the best we have ever tasted anywhere in the world, we know its not exactly French but if you start to get tired of Confit de Canard, its worth the short walk! Some quick tips - The ironing board is behind the sofa bed! We found the sofa bed softer than the actual bed. Buy your tickets in carnet's (books of 10) much cheaper than buying day passes or single trips, we found we used around four tickets a day between the two of us so it worked well. If you attempt to take your luggage on the underground and are wondering how to get through the ticket styles with your case? leave your case at the gate to the side, go through the styles yourself, walk to the gate and open it to get your case, Easy once you know about it! Some stops require you to press a call button to ask for the gate to be released first. We found the bottled water (Vittel, Evian etc) so soft and almost undrinkable compared to what we are used to in Australia, If that's your experience we recommend Volvic its identical to our water. If you intend to visit places like Versailles or the Louvre, try going mid afternoon...there's no such thing as 'beating the crowd's' by going early. In our opinion the outlet shopping at La Valleevillage (one stop prior to Disneyland) is not work the trouble, unlike the info we read, there are no outlets for Ferragamo et al as we had read, its nothing more than a mall like we are used to in Australia and America and is definitely NOT like the designer outlets such as the one near Florence, Italy. Why HiP? Your great website and the quality of your listings. The biggest issue we had was choosing between your listings! Thanks HIP! |
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As I write I look out at my new favorite view. The Sacre Coeur's stone work against the green grass and trees, and the sky behind it, a memory I will take from here and keep forever. This place, I cannot describe with only a few words. Paris (or first time), has been more then we ever dreamed it would be. And how lucky to we have been to find and stay at rue Livingstone. The apartment, our place of rest was perfect. The neighborhood, Montmartre, left us with the real taste of pars, and the desire to return. How luck we are to have found all of this. Thank you for this opportunity to rekindle our love after only 23 years of marriage! Didier, our greeter, has been amazing! Again, merci beaucoup! |
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The Livingstone Penthouse met all our expectations. The apartment has the most incredible view of the church. Didier, the greeter, was efficient and very informative. He made us feel at ease and comfortable in the apartment. He recommended a great route to walk to the Tour de France which was fantastic. We loved cooking in the apartment and the grocery store Champion. We had a great time and would recommend working with Haven in Paris to anyone. HIP made it very easy to visit Paris. Thanks! Why HiP? The pictures on the website and the ease of renting. Thanks |
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We stayed here for four nights and have had a lovely time. The studio apartment is wonderful ~ the views fantastic. As a family of four it has been ideal ~ we couldn't have asked for more. we will be back and would recommend Haven in Paris very highly to friends and family. Thank you. |
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The apartment was AMAZING - the view unbeatable. Our host was very helpful and cordial regarding setting the apartment up for us and showing us around. The apartment has everything you will need during your stay - the kitchen was amazing and with the fresh food markets just around the corner, cooking was a breeze. I would highly recommend Livingstone to any couple traveling to Paris - living in an apartment is a great way to really experience the city. |
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Firstly our stay in the Livingstone apartment was amazing. Didier our greeter was most efficient, extremely friendly and very helpful in recommending two very special restaurants. The views from the apartment were nothing short of spectacular. Our total experience with Haven in Paris was incredibly positive, very easy and at all times I felt very secure negotiating over the internet. Thank you for making our stay in Paris such a unique one, we will certainly be recommending your services to anyone travelling to Paris. With sincerest regards |
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Haven In Paris was very responsive to all questions asked about the apartment before we booked. However, we discovered that this was not a comfortable apartment for three people. The sofa bed when folded out, blocks the path to the bathroom, making it necessary for two out of three people to walk on top of sleeping guests to make it to the bathroom. There are only two comfortable chairs for sitting at the table. The folding slatted chairs are uncomfortable, the upholstered chair is too low, and there is only one other rickety antique chair in the bathroom that sufficed dining for three. The view is truly spectacular. What we were not prepared for was that people party on the hill in front of Sacre Coeur until 2:30am. So, if you like to sleep with the windows open, you have to put up with noisy revelers. Montmartre was charming, though a bit too touristy for my taste. ** Note from HiP: We would like to reiterate that while this apartment does sleep up to 4 comfortably (and has many times in the past!), it is a studio and therefore not as spacious as having a separate bedroom. There is, however, a high quality and comfortable sofa bed & it is in fact possible to walk around the sofa bed to the bathroom. We do our best to represent the space as accurately as possible on our website. Why HiP? Responsiveness to questions asked. |
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The apartment was perfect. Even with a 100% accurate web description, it exceeded my expectations. Comfortable, filled with light, and with a computer. I will never want to stay in a hotel room again. Why HiP? Berman's wine newsletter. It gave me confidence since I knew Joel would never risk alienating his customers with a bad experience. |
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Our time at the Livingstone penthouse apartment was fantastic! Our greeter, Didier Paul, was outstanding! He was very personable and provided us plenty of information so that we could further enjoy our stay. As always, we hated to leave Paris. Thanks for everything! Why HiP? I was referred to Haven in Paris by a friend who has also travelled several times to Paris. |
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Everything about this apartment was superb! My daughter and I stayed here for eight nights. It was spotlessly clean, had wonderful light with a fabulous view of the Sacre Coeur. We especially enjoyed the well-appointed kitchen as we often eat in after shopping on Rue des Abbesses and Rue Lepic for supplies. I have been to Paris 11 times and have rented apartments except for the first trip - this is truly the best one - will return as often as possible. Alain, our host, was charming and extremely helpful. We cannot recommend this apartment highly enough. It is very close to the metro and smack dab in the fabric district (I am a designer) so perfect for us, thanks so much, gwen evans |
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Booking with Haven was a fabulous experience on the whole. The professional service from both Haven in the USA and the greeter, who handed the apartment over to us, was excellent. It exceeded all expectations. The flat was spotless and perfect and included washing machine and dryer. We were even told to help ourselves to tea, coffee, and sugar. The wine and roses were also such a lovely touch. The flat had the most amazing view of Sacre Coeur. I would like to say that Didier, the greeter, was absolutely lovely as well. He recommended an amazing restaurant and made us feel very special. We felt completely pampered. Why HiP? The flat in Montmartre looked lovely and was the primary cause of our choice. However, Haven's service was outstanding and I'd book with them again |
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We have stayed at your apartment in Montmartre two years ago, and just wanted to say "Hi." Our mouths and thoughts are still full of that wonderful experience. We are recommending your site a lot!!!!!! Hope we can do it again very soon and when can will let you know. |
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We had a fabuloustime in the lovely Livingstone penthouse. It was the perfect starting point for our 6 month affair in Frace. We have had countless meals within Paris, but by far, the best host in the city is Antoine at 'L'homme tranquille". His personality and kindness made it the most memorable by far! - If you go, tell him Charles & Kelsey from Vancouver say hello! Thanks again it's been fantastic! P.S. The Pain au chocolat at the 'Au Levain D'Antan' are the best - I had to go back every day! |
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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. It is fantastic and can be recommended to anybody 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. Hopefully everybody staying in this unit will have as good a time in Paris as we had 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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This was the best 'holiday rental' experience I've ever had. Your service from the first email to this one has been exemplary. 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. I really enjoyed meeting Kyra (our greeter) and was most interested to talk to her about her reseach. 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. You (and co) are very good at the little touches - a glass of water and flowers upon arrival make such a difference. Departure was equally as smooth. I was also hugely impressed with your 'American' approach to appliances and fluffy towels. I loved the Smeg cooker! I also loved having access to the laptop, internet and phone. 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 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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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 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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The apartment was indeed more spacious than the photos would imply. It also was full of light. The street, though very near the epicenter of Montmartre, was very quiet. Everything I needed to prepare a meal was provided in the well-equipped kitchen, and the in-apartment wireless was a godsend for me. Alain was a marvel of advice and help for me, making wonderful suggestions and helping me cut through airline bureaucracy. He went way above and beyond the the call of duty, and I thank him profusely for it. I will be back to Paris, and I plan on staying at this apartment again. I can't think of a better place to stay, or a better bargain. |
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Spending our honeymoon in Paris was a dream come true and to have spent it in this apartment made it more magical! The pictures on the website do not do the apartment justice. It was more spacious and beautiful than we ever expected. We loved our entire time there and would stay there again. We can't wait to go back! Why stay in a hotel when you can stay at Rue Livingstone?! |
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We loved the apartment and the fabulous views. |
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We had a wonderful stay in your Rue Livingstone studio. You thought of everything. We have no negative comments. Thank you. |
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During our 3+ weeks stay at Rue Livingstone, we very quickly came to call our penthouse studio "home". It is charming, cozy, very accessible to everything and the view can't be beat! Strolling Montmartre in the evening after dinner was a joy, even more so when we knew "home" was just a couple of minutes away. The building is beautifully maintained and the vintage elevator was a godsend! Erica & Francoise are terrific. We are already planning another stay! |
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A few days' stay at this beautiful apartment was the perfect vacation in Paris. The views are even more stunning and the neighborhood (with all it's many wonderful food shops, unique stores and cafes), as well as the accessibility of the Metro stations, made this place ideal. Erica Berman is thoughtful, gracious and made us truly welcome as special guests. This is how one should experience Paris! |
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This was our third time we rented from Erica. As usual, her place on Rue Livingstone is clean, efficient and as shown on her website. The addition of a WIFI high speed internet connection makes connecting home a great benefit if you bring your laptop. Staying at Erica’s apartment gives you a great feel how regular people live day to day. Erica provide a “survival” manual at the apartment which give you all the information you would ever need, location of stores, ATMs, Metro stops, etc. We have recommended Erica’s apartment to several coworkers as well as people checking Erica’s references, we do not hesitate to recommend this apartment. The apartment is a great deal just for the view of the Sacre Coure itself with 3 times the space of a hotel. J. Russell Wong Supervisor of Operations Questar Gas Company |
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There is No Way a hotel could be better than staying at the Livingstone Apartment!! It had a very comfortable bed, a really well equipped kitchen. Lovely Fruit and Flowers on arrival. Erica was incredible helpful, as was everyone I met in Paris. The view from every window of the Sacre Couer was fabulous. Don't miss the little museum right outside the apartment and just below the church. Very Cool. Montmartre is just charming. Metro is convenient, an easy walk, and I felt very safe the whole time. Having learned a little French was helpful, and appreciated (it seemed) by the Parisians. The couch bed was comfortable, but you will have to walk over it on the way to the bathrrom at night. The apartment is not small, but the layout puts the couch, when open in the path. The bathroom is really great, and my stepchild, who had reallly missed having a bathtub, was just in Heaven. It is a really great bathtub!! The experience was just great, and I am a convert to apartment rental vs hotels after this experience!! Go Erica! |
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Imagine a picture postcard of Sacre Coeur. Now imagine that you can be magically transported to live inside that post card. That is my best memory of rue Livingston. As with all other comments you will read, the apartment is an extraordinarily airy comfortable loft in the middle of Paris, with every possible need anticipated by Erica. (Her boyfriend and his friend even helped Joe find a cable for his Palm Pilot!) If you go - or should it be WHEN you go! - be sure to walk around the back side of Montmartre, the residential community reminded me very much of the Georgetown area of Washington DC with its townhouses, parks and simple, residential life. One of the best surprises was the way neighborhood residents went out of their way to be friendly and helpful - like helping us read a bus notice saying (in French far more complicated than our basic understanding) the stop had been changed for that day only -- then guiding us the three blocks to the new (temporary) stop. I can think of no better place to lose my shoes and write my doctoral thesis - so if you see it booked for a year, you'll know I’m responsible! |
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The Rue Livingstone flat is a fantastic place to spend Christmas and New Year, which we have done twice now. It is wonderfully well equipped, clean and comfortable and the views of course are fantastic, especially the one from the loo stand on the seat and open the window which we discovered only on our last day. We loved shopping along the rue Lepic and wandering around in general. The only slight drawback, which is not the flat?s fault, is that it is a little small for a family of four two adults and two babies needing space-consuming cots , so next time we will try and book something bigger. Francoise was absolutely wonderful, kind and helpful lots of baby-holding while we bothered with our bags and the new concierge is an absolute star as well. We look forward to returning in our child-free dotage! |
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Mother and daughter exploring Paris together - we found this apartment to be everything - and more - than we expected. The warm welcome we recieved and the follow up to be sure we were fine was well appreciated. The flat is perfect and would highly recommend it. |
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We have rented from Erica twice in the past 4 years (with a child and without), and we were really impressed with her attention to detail. This particular apartment is great in terms of space and locale -- and she's done a nice job with the design and furnishings. It's really clean, bright, sunny and in great condition. (The view's not too shabby either!) She makes sure you're comfortable and able to find your way around the neighborhood for markets, cyber cafes, croissants, etc. And if she is not personally available when you arrive, she arranges for someone to meet you at the apartment. She makes sure you have all the information you need in advance so you can plan ahead, and you can call anytime during your stay with questions about whatever. Plus, she totally sets you up in terms of restaurant and shopping recommendations. She has a great thing going! |
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Our stay at Rue Livingstone was wonderful. We love the apartment. It was a joy to come back to such a cozy abode at the end of the day. The location is convenient and feels very safe and the view is truly special. We even witnessed two double rainbows during our stay. We especially appreciate the personal touch that is provided by being greeted upon our arrival and having access to an incredibly helpful notebook of maps and information about what to see and how to get around. We feel very fortunate to have found this apartment and highly recommend it. |
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The flat is in a fabulous location. It's clean, bright and comfortable. There are very useful recommendations for places to go and eat around Paris. You'll have a good time there. |
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We have been to Paris many times but this is the first time we have rented an apartment. Rue Livingstone is perfect, slap bang in the middle of Montmartre with the most amazing views. The apartment is beautifully furnished, fully equipped and deceptively spacious. We really enjoyed having breafast looking out to the Sacre Coeur. The area has loads of bars, restaurants and places to have coffee and chill. We also found it a perfect base from which to walk easily and there are a numr of metro stations in close vicinity. Francoise was incredibly helpful and we were treated as guests, not clients. We will never stay in a hotel again and can thoroughly recommend this gem to others. |
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As American expats in Europe, it has been rare to find truly personal retreats. Rue Livingstone, the view from which bows before the majesty of Sacre Coeur, removes the awkwardness of tourism and integrates you into a deeply Parisian mindset. Make sure you sit by the window for your first sunset! It was a Valentine's that we will always treasure. And, you will find no better host to help your 'Montmartre baptism' than Erica. She is truly a gem! All our best to her and to all who share our spiritual connection to Rue Livingstone. |
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The apartment is absolutely beautiful and certainly enhances a stay in Paris. The views of the Sacre Coeur are absolutely breathtaking at all times of day - but especially fun during the spontaneous fireworks shows during the Bastille Day celebrations. |
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My daughter and I stayed at the Rue Livingstone flat last summer (June, 2004) and had the best vacation week ever! Living as a native, shopping where Erica suggested for cheese, bread, wine, etc. made us feel as if we were living in France, instead of just visiting. Reviewing the photos on the website makes me nostalgic for another visit and definitely a rental from Erica. Renting was simple. We were picked up at the airport as Erica had arranged, met by one of her friends at the apartment, and had absolutely no hassle. Highly recommended!!! |
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This is the place to make your memories. Quite self-sufficient, the Livingstone hideaway contains all you'll need and some things you do not, ultimately enhancing your away from home experience.The decor is tasteful and elegant in its simplicity and those attending the apartment give you a sense of friendly connectedness. I offer my highest recommendation; Come here and bring only a passion for life. |
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6 to 20 September 2003. We were extremely happy to stay in the Rue Livingstone apartment in September. We chose the apartment based on the photographs and description on the web site, as well as the reviews submitted by others. The apartment, service, and area all exceeded our expectations. The apartment was a good size for the two of us, with amazing views of Sacre Coeur, and airy and bright decor. The kitchen is big enough to do serious cooking and well equipped. (My only complaint was the tiny whisk, perfect for making vinaigrettes but way too small to whisk up hot milk for cafe au lait in the morning.) The bathroom is large and light. We kept finding new charming touches throughout the apartment -- from the flowers on our arrival to a surprisingly comfortable bed and fabulous towels, extraordinarily beautiful light fixtures in the hall and bath and useful guidebooks. Cecile met us on our arrival and was wonderful about helping us get into the apartment as soon as possible, since we were exhausted from our overnight flight. She went through the wonderful "Guide to Survive" in the apartment with us, which we used over and over. We had both been to Paris a number of times before, but had never stayed in Montmartre. We found that we love it -- it truly is like a small village in the big city, convenient to everything Paris has to offer, yet with its own identity. Within a few days we felt as if we belonged there. We began to identify "our" bakery, "our" chocolate shop, "our" wine and cheese store, "our" restaurant . . . To tell you how much we loved it, by our third day we started discussing buying an apartment ourselves -- in Montmartre, on a top floor, with views of Sacre Coeur . . . surprisingly like Rue Livingstone! |
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This is the second time we have rented a flat from Erica and again her rental was just as advertised. Great views and the survivial manual in each apartment is priceless. We plan on staying again at the Rue Livingstone on our next trip to Paris. |
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The apartment has a wonderful view and while small (by American standards, not Parisian) is well set up, attractively furnished and has all needed amenities. My family has stayed in this and one of Erica's Rue Charles Nodier apartments and enjoyed them both thoroughly. Montmartre is an interesting neighborhood, particularly after you've gotten away from the tour bus hordes to the quiet streets behind the Sacre Coeur. |
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Perfect place for two; bright and sunny with lots of modern conveniences and useful information. Isis was there to greet us with a bottle of wine and answered all our questions during the week. We especially appreciated the washer and dryer after a week of biking. It's easy to escape the crowds that congregate around Sacre Coeur; we discovered the "other" side of the Butte with lovely neighborhoods. Highly recommend a trip to the Montmartre Cemetery, regardless of where you stay in Paris. |
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Thank you and your team /staff (Isis) for the wonderful introduction to your properties in Paris and the great and glorious time! I LOVED Rue Livingstone, it was a wonderful time! I really can't think of anything that would have made my stay better. I was so happy about everything that you and Isis did, the way it was set-up, the information book in the room, your support, phone numbers, your great web site, I really can't think of one suggestion to make it better: it was 4 star PERFECT. Hope to visit again! |
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Great value! The apartment is immaculate and romantic. From the fresh flowers to the fluffy towels, our stay was a dream. Don't turn on the t.v! Instead fall asleep to French love songs. If you have any problems Isis and Erica will answer all questions so you can enjoy a most beautiful and romantic city. |
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The rue Livingstone made an ideal home base for our week-long Parisian adventure! The view of Sacre Coeur was exquisite and the neighborhood restaurants were fantastic. Try "Le Restaurant!" There were so many special touches that made us feel at home . . .fresh flowers. soft pillows and towels, a well-equipped kitchen, and laundry facilities. Isis and Erica were extremely friendly and were truly interested in making our stay a special one. |
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The Rue Livingstone apartment was even better than described on your website and additional information. Although relatively small, it is so nicely renovated and decorated that it felt like a real home-away- from-home. Everything worked including plenty of water pressure and hot water, even up on the seventh floor of an older building. As promised, it was very quiet and private, and the view is simply incredible. Also, we very much appreciated Isis' warm and helpful assistance. A completely different experience than we would have had in a hotel--we had a wonderful time and are already dreaming of returning, not just to Paris, but to Rue Livingstone." |
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We have stayed here twice, and will definitely stay with Erica again! The apartment is in a fabulous location, well equipped, clean, and comfortable. We love staying in an apartment instead of a high priced hotel. Being in an interesting neighborhood afforded us the luxury of beautiful walks filled with très Parisian life. We'll be back! |
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Erica's apartment on Rue Livingstone is the best! Fresh flowers in the room upon arrival and the VIEW is fantastic! Many good restaurants in the area and a good location from which to get to the subway. The apartment is on the top floor so it is quiet (which is a real plus)! Would highly recommend this wonderful apartment! |
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We decided early in the year to take a three month family vacation, and found the apartment Rue Livingstone on the Internet. From the moment I first contacted Erica by email she was a complete professional making sure we had all the necessary documents, maps and groovy places to eat, well before we arrived in Paris. The apartment was everything we hoped for although it was very small. It was like being in an American movie, you know the ones, where the hero or heroine goes to find themselves. The decor was exactly as depicted on the web site, and it was spotlessly clean and fully equipped. We loved sitting at the table watching the sun set over the roof tops, the excitement my 8 year old felt everytime the church bells chimed, and riding the funicular up to the Butte. This is a holiday we will never forget. Thank you for actually living up to our expectations. |
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The apartment at rue Livingstone was very cozy and nicely decorated. The view of Sacre Coeur is Beautiful! We loved the kitchen and bathroom: very fresh and clean. The sound of the rain drops on the rooftops was enchanting. The sleeper sofa (and, of course, the regular bed) was very comfortable. The best kept secret is the view out of the small window where the toilet is. You can see all of Paris! Erica was very warm and professional. It made staying in Paris with two small children a relaxing experience. I preferred our stay in the apartment over previous hotel stays in Paris; its so nice to cook, and to have a refrigerator, washer, and dryer. And it is especially nice to return to a beautiful apartment after a day of exploration in Paris! Thank you, Suzanne Gendreau and Family. |
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Great fun staying at rue Livingstone. Aside from the streets crowded with textiles, it's a cool area with all of the Montmartre sights an easy stroll away. The washer and dryer are a bit tricky to operate, so make sure you ask for good instructions--but they work fine. The apartment is very well equipped, really excellent. The best feature is the wonderful view of Sacre Coeur cathedral right out the window by the dining table. You see the church in all different lights and times of day. Across the street is some sort of clothing business--we had fun watching them work (or not). Easy metro stops just a few blocks away at Barbes-Rochechouart (#2 & 4 lines) and Anvers (#2 line). Best of all, Erica is always available and is American, so she can be very helpful. We'd certainly stay there again. |
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May 7 to May 21, 2003 This was our first trip to Paris and naturally we were anxious about how we would get along. But from the moment we arrived at the apartment we were shown great hospitality. The apartment was just perfect; it exceeded our expectations. The view was spectacular. Having a kitchen available was a terrific benefit: it was well-equipped and met all our needs. The apartment was a quiet sanctuary that we always looked forward to returning to after our explorations of the city. Staying in Montmartre in the rue Livingstone apartment made our 25th wedding anniversary unforgettable. We certainly look forward to returning to Paris. |
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June 14-21, 2003 We arrived in Paris without our bags, hot and tired, but were greeted at the apartment with a smile by Delphine. She immediately made us feel welcome and calm and showed us everything we could possibly need in the apartment. The maps, travel books and "survival guide" put us at ease that we'd be able to enjoy our neighborhood and the city. The apartment itself is just as quaint and charming as I had imagined and the view of the Sacre Coeur can't be beat. The space is bright, airy and decorated with nice touches like fresh flowers. We even grew fond of the elevator we had been warned about. We loved being able to open the windows and eat breakfast in the morning breeze, however being there in June, we had some warm sleeping nights (and some noise drifting in from nighttime revelers on the hill at Sacre Coeur). The metro ride to some of the tourist sites (Eiffel Tour, Louvre, etc.) can be a little long particularly in the summer heat, but the neighborhood of Montmartre has lots of personality and interesting sites (we even came upon the restaurant featured in the movie Amelie). Overall we had a wonderful visit and felt like we got more of the Paris experience by staying in an apartment rather than a traditional hotel. Many thanks to Erica and her team. |
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June 21 - 29, 2003 Everything proved to be just as advertised, and better! We had booked this apartment over the Internet and had the usual concerns about doing so. Nevertheless, the website had appealed to us because every question we had was answered on the site. This kind of attention to detail continued in Paris. We were met at the apartment with flowers and more advice from Delphine, our contact, about the neighbourhood, AND more information in written form in a very helpful binder. This binder anticipated everything we might need – from local doctors, to the best places eat and shop for groceries. The apartment as well, showed the attention to detail we first saw on the website – it seems that everything we could possibly need was there. Even though we had a fluent French speaker with us, the most helpful thing of all we felt, was a contact in Paris, should we need any help weaving through the local bureaucracy which only a native would have been able to provide!. Altogether an unforgettable stay! Thank you! |
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June 30-July 7, 2003 We really enjoyed our stay at Rue Livingstone. The apartment was a bit small for our family of four, but since everything is so nicely laid out and well equipped, we were very comfortable. The apartment was quiet and the view of Sacre Coeur was great. Our only minor complaint was that the shower leaked onto the floor if you weren’t careful. At first we were a bit concerned about staying too far away from the main tourist attractions, but most everything is a 10 to 15 minute metro ride away and the apartment is a short walk to 3 different metro lines. We enjoyed the multi-cultural atmosphere in Montmartre and being in the middle of the “fabric district.” While the Place du Tertre is a tourist trap, the rest of Montmartre is wonderful. We loved the winding streets, architecture, cafes, and boulangeries. The “survival guide” in the apartment was a fantastic touch and the restaurant recommendations were very good. We had great, affordable meals at Le Restaurant and Le Tarourdant (Moroccan). The only culture shock for us “smoke free” Californians was all the chain smoking in restaurants. We can’t wait to go back to Paris. |
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12-19 April 2003 We three spent a magical week at Rue Livingstone. The place was perfect in most every way. We were high above the bustle around the base of Montmartre, but Sacre Coeur was right outside the windows! Having the kitchen available was great -- until we discovered Rue Lepic, at which point the kitchen became truly amazing! We saved hundreds of dollars and ate like royalty on seafood, wonderful fruits and vegetables, meat, wine, astonishing cheese, and (mais oui) terrific bread. Get thee to Rue Lepic as soon as you arrive, and stock up! If you're considering staying in one of these apartments with a child, we really would urge you to do so. Lulu is five, and she loved riding up to the top of the building in the old wooden elevator; she also was happy to be able to eat the food she likes and not have to pick from French menus two or three times a day. We moved at our own pace and found ourselves enjoying slow mornings in the room as the light and air flooded in through the open windows, which, again, Lulu really valued. Finally, the studio was big enough for the three of us to be spread out, with Chris over the stove, Andrea reading on the bed, and Lulu drawing on the table. Please feel free to write to us at the email address. We have nothing but good things to say, but we can answer specific questions. |
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12/8/03-12/15/03 The apartment was more than we had even imagined- very close to the best parts of Montmartre. The view of the Sacre Coeur at night from the apartment window was breathtaking! The price is very reasonable for all the amenities that were available to us. We would recommend this apartment to anyone who wants to visit and have the REAL Paris experience. One note: We were not aware that there was a $300 deposit when we arrived- this should be made known to the renters and reminders should be given before they arrive. |
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