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Here is what some of our clients have to say about Haven in Paris & their stay in:
Marais Triplex
We love you Haven in Paris. We are repeats to the same apartment. Hope to rent the same property next year. Why HiP? the property and Didier are very special to us. We loved the experience. |
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We were very pleased with your services. David and the other driver and Didier were wonderful. As you know, John had a problem with the cook top and Didier came back and showed him how to work it. My experience with Lily at Context and Sasha was equally good. Having not been to Paris for many years.... I had tons of questions. They were very nice about answering my many, many questions. I would recommend your services and all the previously mentioned people. In fact, my friend, is looking at a property with you currently. Whereas we were very happy with your assistance, we would not choose rue Michel le Compt again. It was too rustic for us. Also, the lack of elevator was a chore for me. I counted 49 narrow steps. I could do it, but, it would have been more pleasant with a lift. We loved the towel warmer - new for us. Your little touches were appreciated.... lovely napkins, tea and coffee available, a few drinks in the refrigerator.... Also, we liked the location. I will be coming back and I would love to work with you again. |
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Everything went very well, beautiful and roses were a nice touch. Really a very nice set-up and the greeters were very good. We got lost a lot learning our way around neighborhood, A great location. The notebook was very helpful. The towel heater in downstairs bathroom was awesome; we're getting one for our house. Thanks, we'll be back. |
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What a great apartment and location. There were six of us including a 10 year old and 12 year old and we felt very comfortable during our 9 night stay. Didier made us feel very welcome when we arrived and explained very clearly how everything worked. If we had had any issues during the week (which we didn't) we would have had no hesitation in contacting Didier. And while some might find the stairs challenging what a great way to work off all that French food! Why HiP? Excellent website and a prompt and friendly response to my enquiries. |
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Haven in Paris was very pleasant to deal with; there was very good communication. The property was in a good location close to lots of attractions, transport, cafes and restaurants. Our overall stay was very good and we would revisit. Why HiP? Recommended through One Fine Stay another appartment rental agency in London. |
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We had a great time and the property was perfect for our family of four. Didier was a great greeter and gave a thorough overview of the apartment. I can't emphasize enough that we really enjoyed the apartment and the experience of working with the Haven in Paris team and Didier. Thank you so much! |
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The property was very nice, quite pleased with the apartment. But in the future I would probably rent closer to the core Maris district or closer to the Latin Quarter. Bit of a walk, slightly more than expected, to get to where we wanted to tourist. That said, some nice bakeries and other shopping nearby. Greeter (Didier) was friendly/good and punctual even though we arrived late. Andy Waters service was very good - extremely punctual. He arrived within seconds of when we got to the curb (to leave) and sent a text. He was waiting for us at the airport when we arrived with two drivers in case we needed more space, again on time even though we were late. So very pleased with Andy. No air conditioning was not a problem, fans were good enough, but having a fan in the main bathroom would probably be helpful as little air moved in there even with the windows open. Note from HiP: This apartment is located in the north-western part of the Marais. While it is a little farther from the Place des Vosges / Rue des Rosiers area, it is still very centrally located and close to many major sites. The Beaubourg modern art museum, the Seine River, the Ile de la Cité, the Ile Saint Louis and Notre Dame are just a 10 minute (or less) walk away. |
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Aside from the property, which was "just right" (comfortably informal, light, well furnished, ideally situated)I was impressed with the thoroughness of our hosts, both in collecting relevant info from us and providing complete and useful information on the apartment, neighborhood and services we might need. And, their check ins during our stay made us feel that any problem we might encounter would be quickly attended to and that our comfort and enjoyment of our stay was their priority. And, their on site folks were wonderful: responsive, informative and always on time. Why HiP? Pure luck....a friend who was familiar with you sent us a link to your site featuring this unit. |
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We had a really wonderful time. The location was great and everything in the apartment was great. One more thing we would like to mention is how wonderful our host Didier was. He was very helpful during our stay. But he has also gone above and beyond to help us by finding and mailing a mobile phone (which our daughter left at the apartment) to us back to the United States. We want to thank Didier. |
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The stay was great. The apartment was wonderful. I didn't actually meet our greeter Didier, my sister did. She was very impressed with him. The apartment was clean and everything was functioning. I would highly recommend your agency to friends. I have dealt with many apartment agencies throughout the world. I found Haven in Paris to be the most responsive, professional agency I have ever worked with. The apartment beautiful, and just as represented in the website photos (a rarity). I only wish Haven in Paris was Haven in the Rest of the World. |
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We had a great time. The apartment was lovely, clean and well stocked. Didier, who greeted us, was wonderful - really friendly and charming - and he definitely made it clear that he was available to help us without being intrusive or overbearing. |
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Without a doubt, Haven in Paris is the best rental agency with which I have ever had the pleasure of dealing. Their courteous, professional and helpful service has guaranteed that I will be renting from HiP on our next trip to Paris. We rented the Michel le Comte property in the Marais district, and while we are no strangers to vacation rentals, this property far exceeded all our expectations. It was immaculately clean, bright and airy, and beautifully located. This was not my first trip to Paris, but it was a first trip for my three children. They loved Paris, and felt completely at home in the flat -so much so that they didn't want to leave. Thank you HiP for helping make this trip a truly memorable one for my children! Why HiP? I found your website completely by accident, and so sent an email asking about Paris properties. It was the courtesy and helpfulness shown by the HiP staff which ultimately made the decision for us. |
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We had a perfect time, thank you and your very efficient and charming team. We three sisters adore, and I do mean adore Didier. He is very charming. He was such a great help to us while there, and continues to be a great help in locating an item left behind in France. It's like having a really good friend looking after you. He gave us good advice, made sure that everything was in working order and helped us negotiate our travel plans for Paris. He's absolutely wonderful. The driver Didier set us up with came on time and delivered us promptly to our destination. He was great and even went out of his way to be sure we were walking in the right direction. Very nice man, and we really appreciated the big van for all of our luggage. The cleaning was perfect! Victoria did a superb job in getting it ready for us. Everything was sparkling clean and in place. Why HiP? We had confidence that it would all work out from the minute we were in contact with you during our initial planning stage. You answered our questions and returned our e-mails very quickly, and this gave us confidence that we were working with the right people. |
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Dealing with Haven was extremely simple they were very patient with me and help me greatly with my apprehensions. Then when we actually arrived at the apartment we were delighted, our greeter Didier was very helpful and very friendly.the apartment was clean, comfortable and in a great location. I can't say enough about what a wonderful experience this was and how much renting the apartment added to our wonderful vacation. Thank you all for helping me, our family truly enjoyed the apartment experience. Why HiP? There were many website's that I navigated through, but Haven's website was so easy and very simple to understand and it really display's very well, that made a big difference. And then dealing with the staff was great they were very patient with me, I really would use Haven again and will recommend to my friends.Thank-you |
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We had a wonderful stay at Michel le Comte. Thank you so much. The location and space was wonderful. We loved the place and are already trying to figure out how to get back there. We had not been in the Marais district much before... and it was great! |
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This was our initial apartment rental for vacation and found that the experience exceeded our expectaions. Although there were a number of choices of apartments that fit our needs, we were very pleased with our choice of Michel le Comte. A charming apartment with a wonderful location in the Marais, we felt very much in the heart of this neighborhood. Walking was a great option to many sights, and we found excellent restaurants within walking distance from the apartment. Why HiP? The website was easy to navigate, giving answers to most all questions about properies. The pictures and descriptions of the properties gave a realistic assessment of each apartment. The website was well-organized and thorough, suggesting that the company would maintain those standards throughout the process. We found this to be true in our experience. |
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A lovely apartment, very spacious, light and with good presentation everywhere. The apartment was very close to everything in Paris, a metro nearby and a large underground Parking nearby if you bring a car. The apartment felt very safe and the neighborhood was fine, if you stay away from Les Halles a nighttime and do not mind the diverse population in the area. I stayed alone with a teenage daughter and we enjoyed every minute. |
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The Michel Le Comte apartment is clean and nicely furnished. Lots of windows and lots of character. The location is fantastic, you can walk to almost everything... and tons of interesting food options within a stones throw. It can be a little loud at night if windows are open (probably because the street is very narrow with stone buildings, creating a magnifying echo), so I'd mention that as one negative. But overall we loved the place and hope to stay there again in the future. Haven in Paris and Didier and Laurence were terrific, everything was easy. Why HiP? Found your site on the internet. |
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Michel Le Comte is a fantastic Place. Very cozy, well decorated and located in a fantastic neighborhood; the Marais. If you walk down a bit, going towards Place des Voges, you will find one of the most interesting areas in Paris: great food, small local shops and very beautiful local people! The apartment has comfortable bedrooms and the newly renovated bathrooms - FANTASTIC! Didier was great! He always answered our calls, came when needed...just perfect! The only thing that I would advise is not to carry a lot of luggage, as there are no lifts. Why HiP? I was really, really, enchanted not only with the apartment but especially with the service of HIP. For us Brazilians, it is not very common to rent a propriety abroad and to deal directly with a company without an help of tourism agents. At the beginning we were a bit afraid and insecure with the entire situation. But you were GREAT, and very professional, answered our questions quickly, sent contracts, phone numbers, names, and so on... Thank you all again and certainly we will be in touch in the future!!!! |
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Our experience with Haven went very smoothly. Our greeter, Didier, was especially attentive, professional, and congenial. We loved the apartment and hope to stay there again. The apartment is extremely charming, with beautiful floors, very tasteful furnishings, high ceilings, and magnificent, ancient rafters. The living room is a great place to unwind with friends and a glass of wine. The dining area is bright and pleasant, and the kitchen is very modern, clean, and easy to use. The spiral staircase is enchanting (but must be used with care). The laundry was very convenient. As expected, the upstairs bedrooms were very “cozy”; but we were surprised and delighted by the large size of the master bedroom and ample closet space. Having 2.5 bathrooms was welcome, and the master bathroom is particularly nice. The location, in particular, is outstanding. We know Paris well, so we selected it by design. Another reviewer found the neighborhood dirty, but that was not our feeling. This is an especially historic part of Paris, a great neighborhood for walking day or night, with celebrated buildings, nearby shopping, museums, and easy metro access. There are two grocery stores within two blocks, and fantastic bakeries and restaurants in every direction. Bazaar de l’Hotel de Ville (BHV) is also only a few blocks away if you need ANYTHING. And, although overlooked, the serene (and hidden) Jardin Anne Frank is part of the same block as the apartment. Our stay was during an extreme and unprecedented heat wave. As such, the lack of air conditioning turned out to be tough. Fortunately, we were supplied with four fans, and the cross breeze—when opening both the street and courtyard windows—was welcome. But at night the street windows need to be closed because the traffic is noisy otherwise. With the double layer windows closed, however, it is very quiet. Our lone concern was that, with kids, we might break an antique, scratch the coffee table, or stain the sofa. Also, with the courtyard windows open, we were worried (maybe paranoid) that our voices might disturb neighbors in the building. With very responsible, courteous kids this is not a problem. But do understand that it is an “adult” apartment. We had two problems during our stay. First, we found that two foyer lights did not work. We called Didier and he immediately offered to arrange for an electrician to fix it. As these lights were not essential to us we opted to decline his invitation so that we were not troubled by a visiting service person during our vacation. (Note: Didier said that the service would be scheduled after our departure.) A more serious problem involved a faulty lamp in the loft whose light bulb managed to lean against the plastic lampshade, melt the shade, and drip melted plastic onto the carpet. This was a potential fire hazard and left a small burn mark on the floor. We simply turned the lamp off and Didier came over right away. His concern for our safety was genuine (and calming), and he quickly assured us that we would not be held responsible for the damage. The home office wrote us an email the same day to express their concern as well. And since then our damage deposit has been returned to us in full. It should be noted that the lamp, not Haven, was the problem. I share this anecdote as an illustration of Haven’s competent, professional, and calming disposition when things do NOT go according to plan. This is the story of a bad lamp, but also of a reliable organization. Why HiP? We rented with Haven because we couldn’t find an apartment on vrbo.com that really suited us. The process with Haven was easier, and the transactions and communications inspired confidence. We happen to speak enough French to get by, we’ve lived in Paris before, and we know the city pretty well. So for us the concierge services were not used. But I think that this aspect of Haven is valuable and distinguishes it from other companies. |
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This apartment was quite different than one my family rented from HIP in March 2010. I liked it, in some ways I even liked it better than the more "luxuriant" one. It is charming, in very good condition and "lived" well. Someone in a previous review said the furniture needed upgrading. This has been done. I found everything, including the building, to be very clean, fresh, quiet and pleasant. We left the courtyard windows open with a fan in front and were always comfortable. There are double soundproof windows on the street side. My daughter enjoyed having the upstairs "loft" to herself. Stairs were fine for us, but they are a fact a renter needs to be aware of. I was not able to find the "sumptuous" bedding someone else mentioned. Comfortable yes, sumptuous, no. My last comment would be regarding the neighborhood. Yes, there are many shops and stocking the kitchen is easy, metro is around the corner, and you can walk to many attractions. But I found the area around the Pompidou Center to be a bit dirty and run down. That would be my only disappointment. NOTE from HiP: The area around Pompidou (short walk from the flat), is quite touristy, but normally not dirty. Paris is constantly renovating, so hopefully you will find it less run down on your next trip! Why HiP? This was our 2nd rental through Haven in Paris.Last March we stayed in a different HIP apt. These people act like friends, rather than sales people.. They were concerned after I agreed to this one and they wanted to be sure I understood it was a different level of "luxury" than the last one. They wanted me to be happy. I was happy and I appreciate the consideration they showed. |
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Didier (our greeter) was really good. The apartment was in an excellent location and we enjoyed the area enormously. We were also impressed by the efforts you made to get us into the apartment at short notice. You offer a good service, and we will consider using you again. |
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The Michel le Comte apartment was amazing!! Our trip was just magical and it had everything to do with Haven in Paris and our amazing greeter Didier! There was a problem with the heat one day (and it was snowing outside) and Didier actually went out and bought us a heater! (and then got the heat fixed). He knew everything about the chicest shopping and restaurants and made us reservations all over town. We loved him and it made the trip especially easy knowing there was some one there to look out for us if we needed anything. The location was perfect and we absolutely loved being in a residential neighborhood. I'm going to plan my trip around the same property next time! I'll be sure to call you for my next trip. Thanks again, |
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We had a fabulous time. Our greeter, Didier, was pleasant, welcoming and gave very clear instructions in a manner that easily enabled us to master any of the apartment's features. He was readily available to us although we did not need to contact him. Written information provided was excellent. There seemed to be a small problem with the electrical system which meant that on three occasions we had to override the system but again this had been explained to us very clearly so no panic ensured. The apartment was fantastic. All the comforts and charm we could imagine (and then some). With two adolescent boys we were slightly concerned that they not touch any of the antiques and if they were younger I might have been more anxious. The beds and linen were sumptuous; all the electrical products worked like a treat. The kitchen was very well appointed. We would not hesitate to recommend this apartment and your agency to friends, family and fellow travelers. Without exception your responses have been prompt, informative and reassuring. The accommodation set a high standard for our holiday in Paris. We had a brilliant time. When it was time to leave again Didier was gracious and efficient and effective. He particularly made a positive impression on our sons enabling them to relax into this culture and experienced. |
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I've been renting apartments in Europe for several years and HiP has been, far and away, the best rental co. to deal with--from the initial contact to post-trip follow up, the service and attention to detail have been outstanding. Our property (Michel le Comte) was great and plenty roomy for 2 adults and 3 teenagers; our only suggestions would be to upgrade some of the furniture, which is getting a little long in the tooth, and add some lighting in the living area and mainbedroom. Why HiP? I found HiP randomly, but the strong reviews on tripadvisor, and my previous experiences with more bureaucratic rental agencies, convinced me to give HiP a try; I'm glad I did. All in all our experience was terrific. We will definitely rent from HiP again. Thanks. |
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HIP were extremely helpful in assisting us with renting the property, providing directions and our greeter gave us such a lovely welcome with flowers and a bottle of wine! The apartment is beautifully furnished, has internet connection, free phone calls home and very spacious for our group of five adults. Michel le Comte is well situated in the Marais. We loved being close to all the little shops where we could purchase our groceries and within easy walking distance of Notre Dame, the Pompidou Centre and other major tourist sites. Why HiP? HIP website and follow up of our initial search was excellent and made the whole process of finding and booking an apartment in Paris very easy to accomplish. Being able to share the information about the apartment with other members of our group was also a benefit. |
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Fantastic 6 days in the City of Lights. Michel le Comte is the perfect place for grown ups and kids. Right next to the Pompidou center. Metro only 100 yards way. Classy apartment, great neighbourhood. Safe and lots of lovely bistros and cafes. Elegant trendy shopping in Le Marais district. Haven in Paris came up trumps with this little gem. Why HiP? Good looking web site and terrific customer service! |
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Your staff was very professional and prompt in their responses. Also, your property was clean, well kept, and centrally located for my family. Your recommendation to use Andy Waters as our driver was an added benefit as he was very professional. Why HiP? price, responsiveness to my emails and that you offered several photos of your properties |
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Upon arrival, we were met by one of your professional employees. The apartment was clean and looked exactly as expected. Our stay was comfortable and enjoyable. |
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I chose Michel le Comte because of its ability to sleep 5 people comfortably, and it indeed slept 5 comfortably. The main bathroom was spacious, with two other smaller bathrooms. The kitchen was fully equipped and allowed us to cook many meals at the apartmnent. The wifi was very easy to connect through and if you don't have a computer, there is a computer in the master bedroom. There's a washer and dryer in the unit which allowed us to do laundry. Located in the Marais, it was in walking distance to the metro, various restaurants, grocery stores and boulangeries. Our greeter, Didier, was awesome. He was so helpful and spoke perfect English. He made himself available for our questions during our stay. Any concerns to note would include the fact that the flat is on the second floor, which requires a climb up four short flights of stairs. When inside, there is another spiral staircase up to the other bedrooms. It's a reasonable climb but if you have any issues with stairs, you might want to reconsider. My parents found the stairs more of a small nuisance than a problem. The other concern is that there is a bit of night life on the weekends. So if you're a light sleeper, you will faintly hear the happy goers of the night. We didn't have a problem because we each were either heavy sleepers, or so exhausted from our day activities that the night life really didn't bother us. I would definitely recommend this flat to families or large groups. Especially those who enjoy the artistic side of life and who would like to experience a little bit of the true Parisian lifestyle. Why HiP? We will definitely use Haven in Paris again. They made the rental process very easy and I felt as ease the whole way through. Thank you HIP for helping us have a wonderful family trip in Paris! |
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The Folks at Haven in Paris were great! Locking in the property was fast and easy and our greeter was wonderfully helpful. The reception was great and all of the "little touches" were very much appreciated. We will definitely use them again when going back to Paris! Why HiP? Quality properties, relatively good prices and excellent web site. |
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The rental experience was easy and the apartment lovely. It was wonderfully located and perfectly suited for our party of 6. The only issue was the stove quit working and our greeter could not get anyone in to fix it (note from HiP the stove works fine now). She was able to fix one burner for one night but after that it was tough not having the stove with the types of food we had purchased. I do not want to sound negative at all though because we would 100% rent this same apartment again. It was more than we expected! Why HiP? Saw your site on VRBO. Will use again when we come back to Paris. |
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My family (2 adults, 2 teenagers) just returned from an amazingly perfect stay in the Michel le Comte apartment. The apartment is centrally located, very clean and sunny and absolutely charming. We will never stay in a hotel in Paris again!! Our greeter, Francoise was very nice and helpful. I would highly recommend this apartment and the Haven in Paris team. Why HiP? The Haven in Paris team was very responsive and professional and we loved that there is a US component so we could pay in dollars. |
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We had a very good stay the greeter was excellent. We have been to Paris before on several occasions so didn't need much orientation but she was on time pleasant and helpful and arranged taxi for us on departure etc. We would certainly use your apartments and recommend them to others. |
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We loved, loved, Le Marais. This was an area of Paris that we had not explored before and it was wonderful. A perfect location for walking to all the major sites, the Louvre, Notre Dame, the Latin Quarter, and the Centre de George Pompidou is just minutes away. But we had such a great time exploring the small streets of Le Marais, where we found great restuarants, boulangeries, patisseries, cafes, and boutiques. (A good start to exploring is the information and recommendations Haven in Paris provides) This was our first time renting an apartment in Paris and we will never stay in a hotel again. I think the apartment is what made our trip so relaxing. I always wanted to know what was behind those big doors along the rues, now I know, lovely apartments. The apartment itself had an appealing decor, was very well maintained and comfortable, we were 6, 2 parents with 4 young adult children, there was plenty of space to spread out and with 2 1/2 bathrooms, getting ready to go out was no hassle. The bedrooms were small upstairs but adequate, and the spiral staircase made bringing up luggage tricky. The kitchen was great, modern, stocked with all the necessary equipment and with some great food items we picked up from the area, we made an incredible Christmas dinner. Most of all it was great to be able to make our coffee in the morning, and have breakfast in the apartment which helped economically. Even though I had some apprehension about renting an apartment over the internet, that anxiety was quickly eased by my interaction with Haven in Paris. I did like that the company was based out of Mass. so that I could pay with a US check and communication was less complicated. Sarah, Erica, everyone that I interacted with was friendly, helpful and efficient. Our greeter, Mireille, was so lovely, from the moment we arrived she was there helping to bring our luggage up, and then explained to us all the particuliars of the apartment. I felt reassured that Mireille would have been there for us if there had been a problem. But we absolutely had none. I don't want to forget to mention Andy, our taxi driver, who was recommended to us by Haven in Paris. We prearranged our airport transfers with him through his email and he too was fantastic. He was there waiting for us when we got off and on time to take up back to the airport. English, but living in Paris over 20 years, Andy is a great resource into what is going on in Paris. Why HiP? The website was visually appealing and the apartments all look high quality and well maintained. The fact I could pay with US funds and Haven in Paris is located in the US. |
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Our stay was lovely, the apartment was very nice. Jeanne, our greeter, was very nice. Thanks to you for your very professional communications and reminders-I would certainly recommend Haven in Paris (and the apartment) to people |
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Our original apartment booked was damaged by fire the night before we arrived. Our greeter Amaury having just found out upon our arrival at the property was arranging alternate accommodation. He worked hard under difficult circumstances and eventually found another excellent property for us. We had a wonderful stay and loved Paris. Excellent apartment and location. We would book again with Haven without hesitation. Why HiP? A friend in Los Angeles recommended your company. |
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We arrived after a long flight from Australia [2 parents, 2 teens and a 10 year old].Our greeter[Jessica] was waiting at the accommodation with a friendly smile, fresh flowers and a bottle of wine.She explained every appliance and quirk of the property, so everything ran smoothly.Jessica went out of her way to help us relocate a backpack my son had left in the taxi...nothing was too much trouble.It was such a relief to have someone who could speak fluent French, to deal with the taxi driver, as we would have struggled.Jessica also gave us a metro map and explained where some of the sights were and which line to take.Best of all, the apartment was lovely and perfect for our family.A great area, walking distance to many sites, and full of charm.It was well equipped with everything we needed, including basic food staples, enabling us to quickly boil up some pasta for our hungry, jetlagged kids, plus it was one minute to a supermarket.After a wonderful week, Jessica also organized a large taxi to take us to the train station.It was wonderful service and we would not hesitate to book again through Haven in Paris.Wish all accommodations in the world were this well run... Why HiP? Spotted it on the website, and it looked like the style and service we were looking for.It was! Thanyou! |
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Our stay in Paris was great. One of the major reasons is due to the services offered by Haven in Paris. I was reluctant to not have the security of a hotel; however, we are now happy that we did not use a hotel. The property was clean and well kept. Our greeter was helpful and easy to talk to. We did not feel alone during our stay. We would use Haven in Paris again. Why HiP? We liked the look of the properties and the services offered |
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We had a fabulous time in Paris , and having a lovely place to Come home to made it even better. Travelling with two small children Is not easy, but our little outpost in the Marais was a saviour. It was the Perfect respite from a busy day. We felt like locals-venturing out For baguettes in the morning, exploring the food markets, and cooking Nice dinners each night. The neighborhood is amazing. We would Stay there again in a heartbeat. Why HiP? The quality if the apartments you offer seems high. We appreciate the small selection of high end properties. |
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Haven in Paris was amazing! We had three young children traveling with us and they made everything so easy. Kyra was our greeter and when we asked about the possibility of getting a crib, she went out and bought one for us! The apartment was amazing, the service was amazing. We felt safer abroad with the HIP group to lean on! Thank you so much, Vanessa Bell Why HiP? You had so many well maintained properties to choose from. The amount of information given on each property and the amount of pictures online made us feel like we knew what we were renting more than other sites. A renter feels very secure dealing with your group of employees who are very involved in the rental and greeting processes ... they are always ready to help and answer any concerns. Thank you! |
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The apartment is in an ideal location for exploring the major sites of Paris. Our party of 6 was very comfortable in the apartment and it proved to be a great setting for planning the days activity and then having a relaxing drink after treking miles around Paris. The location is near many nice sidewalk cafes. shops and grocery stores and a Metro station for catching the subway or buses. Our greeter (Kyra) was most helpful, especially the day we were departing. She assisted us with information about the Metro strike that helped us get to the airport on time. She was also available when we had questions during the week and did a very nice job in helping us out. One small suggestion would be to have a copy of a Metro system map in the book of information in the apartment. Also a map of the bus routes would be nice. Why HiP? We found HIP through an internet search while looking for furnished apartments that had 3 bedrooms. We found several but thought that your property was the most conveniently located for what we wanted to do in Paris. |
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The apartment was just right for our family group of five. The spacious living area was good for relaxing in the evening, and the kitchen well-equipped. Loads of storage space was a real plus as well. The location is superb -- just minutes from the Pompidou centre and numerous shops and restaurants. For those with small children, the proximity of small parks with playgrounds is a real bonus -- one just up from the Dome du Marais (one of our favorite restaurants) and the other in the lovely Anne Frank garden on the Impasse Berthaud, where you can also find our other favourite restaurant, Le Hangar, and a charming doll museum. The greeter was informative and helpful, and we felt confident that were anything to go wrong, help would be at hand. All in all an excellent experience. We would definitely rent through Haven in Paris again. Why HiP? 1) The excellent website gave far more information about the apartments on offer than any other I came across. You know exactly what you are getting -- hence our response 'exactly as imagined' above. We could see it was a lovely property, and so it turned out to be. 2) The methods and terms of payment were reasonable and inspired confidence. 3) Contact by e-mail was easy and responses were prompt. 4) There seemed to be a greater understanding of what a visitor to Paris might be looking for on the part of Haven in Paris than elsewhere. 5) Having lived in the U.S. for much of my life (altough resident in the U.K. now), the fact that the company operates under the law of the state of Massachusetts was reassuring. |
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The apartment we rented through Haven in Paris was fabulous. Wonderful service, a beautiful building, pristine sheets, towels and bathrooms, and a welcoming indoor picnic. I highly recommend Haven in Paris, and definitely plan to return. Why HiP? I liked the website, and the apartment looked cool for the price. |
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A fantastic apartment with a warm feel and amazing location. We loved coming "home" and having dinner at the dining table with our freshly bought cheese, bread and wine. The location was central to everything and if something was not within walking distance, it was easy to find a cab or use the underground. We highly recommend Auberge Nicholas Flamel for dinner, which is about two blocks away. Why HiP? The website is up to date and informative and the reservation process was very easy. |
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Renting from Haven in Paris was a great experience. The info packet about the property and neighborhood was helpful and thoughtful. The greeters were friendly and knowledgeable. The apartment was comfortable, clean, well equipped, and really lovely. It was especially nice to find a few complimentary kitchen condiments at our disposal since we did cook quite a lot. Just to note: the pull-out sofa, which we had to use because we were a large group, was not comfortable for 2 adults. We placed the mattress on the floor, and that worked fine. And one suggestion: I think it would be preferable to use unscented or - even better - natural laundry products. My family found the scented linens unpleasant. Overall though, the attention to detail was much appreciated! Why HiP? Your site was recommended by friends. We found a large apartment - not easy to find! |
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Everything about the rental, information, your greeter and all services were excellent, the apartment more than met our expectations. The location was fantastic. All was great. We would certainly use your services again and I have given your contact to a couple of friends |
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Our stay at Michel le Comte was really enjoyable. Our greeter, Carrie, was warm and welcoming. We were concerned that six adults might feel cramped but that was not the case. Having phone service, the internet and access to the local market with their great selection of wine, bread, and cheese made this place a super place to vacation. Why HiP? Haven in Paris was listed on Paris by Paris website. The person who has that site is a friend of a friend. I was leary of booking online but felt it was safe if it was recommended. Thanks for a great place! |
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The apartment on Michel le Comte was great and Carrie was incredibly helpful. |
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Beautiful apartment, plenty of space for our family of five, great location. |
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We had a wonderful week in Paris and found the apartment to be excellent. Carrie who was there to greet us and also had the unfortunate task of coming at 5.30 am on our departure was extremely helpful not only organising a taxi for us but also in being able to give us useful information whilst we were at the apartment. We found the book of suggestions, maps and things to do, restaurants etc etc very useful and well compiled. We would have no hesitation in recommending your company to others and you never know... we might be lucky enough to again stay in Paris some time in the future. |
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We loved Paris and the location of this property and would definitely consider staying here again. We were greeted by Carrie who explained everything to us and attended to all our requests and advised us on best locations to Eat, drink and shop. She was very friendly and a credit to your operation. Unlike the cold receptions we received throughout England after we left Paris. We enjoyed our stay at Michel le Comte and found it very convenient to access rail and sights etc and a great area to be in. Thanking you for your kind assistance. |
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We just returned from a great week in Paris to which the Michel Le Comte apartment made an important contribution. It was always a real pleasure to return to the place after sightseeing and shopping, particularly with the kids who enjoyed relaxing in the spacious place. The apartment is very well located and has everything one is looking for. It is extremely well equipped, particularly the kitchen and with respect to guides and literature on Paris. Michel le Comte is a place we would highly recommend and certainly return to. |
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Thanks so much for all your help with our holiday in Paris. We really loved the apartment. Carrie, our greeter, was very nice and she was even able to come a bit early to meet my mother-in-law at the apartment when she arrived earlier than expected. The decor was beautiful. We really noticed how special everything was - the paintings, the downstairs bathroom, all the kitchen accessories. The kids loved the staircase and their little room upstairs. We would definitely recommend the apartment to our friends. |
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The greeters (Kyra and Carrie) were great. No problems with the key exchanges. Kyra was especially helpful when our airlines lost our baggage. Loved the historic apartment in the Marais. All the 21stC amenities in a beautiful 18th Century historic setting. Can't rave enough about the coordination and quality of the properties. Absolutely excellent customer service and coordination. Michel Le Comte was a wonderful apartment in a great part of town. We wanted for nothing--we had laundry, computer and a central access to public transportation, and all in a beautiful, well maintained historic apartment. We would definitely rent through this service again, without any hesitation. I could not give higher praise to this service, and we definitely look forward to reserving through Havin In Paris again! Why HiP? Initially, I was referred by Amy Lee Joannes. She and her husband own Gerard's on Rte. 2. I was initially skeptical about renting, but Amy reassured me. After having stayed with my mother and 12 year old daughter for almost 2 weeks at the Michel Le Comte apartment, I can thoroughly recommend Haven in Paris as a source for high quality rentals. I almost don't want to recommend this service for fear of not being able to make a reservation, because it will become so popular!! I would definitely recommend Haven in Paris as a source for high quality properties at a reasonable price. I have recommended this service to PNR Travel in LA. |
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My Husband and I were excited about sharing Paris with our Niece and wanted to make sure we had a "Wow" place, Centrally Located to all the sites, yet in an area where Parisian live. We took alot of time in searching as we had an ideal place in mind. Michel le Comte is what we chose and it was everything and more than we had imagined. The amenities were as if we were at home. Just a couple of blocks away, we were able to pick up whatever we needed from the Markets.....we felt just like a Parisian. Thanks so much for making our vacation so enjoyable!!!! Why HiP? It was the property itself. We had the area in mind and a vision of what the apartment should look like. Michel le Comte was it. It was Wonderful!! Can't say enough!! |
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Jim and I would like to take this opportunity to say that you have a wonderful apartment in Paris. We absolutely love the central location, spacious floor plan and amenities along with its superb Parisian character. Carrie met us upon our arrival on Thursday June 14th and left beautiful flowers and an equally beautiful bottle of wine. She was incredibly informative and offered recommendations on a variety of restaurants in the area. Thank you again and we will be more than happy to recommend “Haven-in-Paris” to our many friends. Au revoir…until next time! |
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We LOVED this charming apartment and the location is perfect! A short walk to the Place des Vosges and shopping the chic boutiques! The Pompidou Centre, Carnavalet, Picasso and Jewish museums are a brief walk too! Their list of restaurants in the area proved to have several great choices. The entire transaction was truly professional and our greeter was delightful! Thank you to all involved! We will use you again. Why HiP? Your website with the description is awesome and completely reliable. The fact that Ms. Berman is in US (I could cross-reference) and the contract is Massachusetts law was indeed a strong consideration since I had never done this before. |
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I had never rented before abroad and was initially concerned that it would be more hassle than it was worth. Nothing could be further from the truth with Haven in Paris. Shortly afeter my email, I received a call from Erica and immediately felt at ease. The reservation process was a breeze, and the entire rental went smoothly. We received timely email confirmations, were met promptly by our driver, and our greeter was at the apartment to show us around. She also checked in with us throughout the week although we had no problems, and she had made restaurant reservations for me before my arrival (we communicated frequently by email). It was even better(and more personal)than a hotel concierge. The apartment was as charming as the photos. It was truly old world - with the incredibly high ceilings, wood beams, and cobblestone courtyard entry. The location was very convenient to most sites and some wonderful museums (don't miss the Picasso Museum). The apartment worked particularly well for our group, since my husband and I came with two teenage boys. They were able to have the whole upstairs to themselves (so they could come in late and sleep late as well)and we had our privacy as well. The laundry and the computer also came in handy with the boys. For us, it was such a joy to have breakfast with fresh bread and fruit every morning (there are wonderful bakeries just around the corner, and wine and cheese in the early evening while we rested in our own place after hours of walking. I would recommend this apartment, particularly for families with older kids, and would absolutely rent again from Haven in Paris. |
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On behalf of John and myself, I want to thank you so very much for a very wonderful experience at your Marais triplex...everything worked out perfectly and the apartment was so comfortable and convenient. It made returning to Paris that much more pleasurable. More importantly, you should know that Anne, our greeter, is an absolute gem (you probably do know this!) She exudes such warmth and professionalism..absolutely on top of every detail. It was reassuring to know that she was a phone call away if we needed her. A welcome relief even for us who are pretty comfortable in Paris. Please be assured that on our return trips to Paris, we will now only use Haven in Paris to meet our vacation rental needs!! |
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The property was great and the location was perfect. The greeter was fine, a little late with set-up and a little difficult to reach once at the apartment. |
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Dear Erica and Anne: I know that Mary has already been in touch with you, but I thought it important to express my personal gratitude as well, for your exemplary service. By way of background, I've always held fast to the belief that the absolute best educational experience and self-confidence boost one can give their children is to open their eyes to the world beyond their everyday parochial view. As such, we immersed our two boys at an early age to the wonders of London, Paris, and the south of France. In doing so, I quickly grasped the inherent benefits of renting flats, apartments, and villas rather than dwelling in the cramped confines of hotels...more space, greater relaxation, and a truly "native" experience. And while this quick get-away was our first overseas jaunt sans children, we still opted for an apartment versus a hotel. To be candid, in all our years of renting vacation apartments both in the U.S. and abroad, we have never had a single unpleasant experience. But none of our past experiences even remotely compared to the level of attentiveness and responsiveness we received from Haven in Paris! From my first contact, all the way through our all too brief 5-day stay, both you and Anne were an absolute delight to work with. The apartment (Michel le Comte) was sensational, and having Anne there to greet us and acquaint us with the apartment and the Marais neighborhood after a long flight was most appreciated. The check-in call from Anne, just to see if we had any questions or concerns once we were able to acclimate to the apartment, was simply "icing on the cake", convincing us that your people and your organization are truly committed to excellence and client satisfaction. We look forward to our next visit, and will most certainly be in touch when the time comes. Thanks again for providing us with a terrific holiday and a wonderful cherished memory. |
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Just a note to let you know that our stay was absolutely enjoyable! The apartment suited our needs very well. So centrally located. It is wonderful to come home each evening to such a lovely place after long days of sightseeing. Anne has been very helpful and caring. Although, nothing whatsoever went wrong for us, I rested easy knowing that I could call on her for anything. All in all, our time in Paris has been without difficulties! Thank you for helping another set of dreams become realities! |
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Our stay in Paris was a dream! A no worry sort of vacation. As we arrived our greeter, Anne, was welcoming and intuitive, as we left, I felt like I was saying goodbye to an old friend. Thank you for making our visit a homecoming! I hope to return soon. |
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This stay rue Michel Le Comte brought me back to the Paris of my dreams, in one of the best locations to live in, real close to the Beaubourg museum and the village-like life of the Rambuteau market street. Decoration is outstanding! |
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