Bastille Bright

The Bastille Bright apartment is located on the 5th floor of a classic Haussmann-style building close to the Bastille. There's a small but useful elevator. The apartment has been renovated and features tile floors throughout. You'll find a hall, a bathroom with a toilet, a spacious living room with a TV, a decorative fireplace, stylish furniture, and a cozy ambiance. The large balcony offers a stunning view of the Seine River and plenty of morning light.

The fully equipped kitchen includes an oven, microwave, induction stove, refrigerator, freezer, Nespresso coffee machine, dishwasher, and cooking utensils. There's also a washing machine and a dining table for 4 people in the kitchen. The bedroom has a queen-sized bed (160 cm x 200 cm), a large closet, and a small window with a view of Notre Dame de Paris. The bathroom has a walk-in shower and a heated towel rail. All windows are double-paned for complete peace and quiet. This comfortable apartment is ideal for couples who appreciate comfort.

The apartment is close to Bastille, a bustling central neighborhood home to the Bastille Opera, jazz clubs, shows, bars, and restaurants. You can walk to the quaint Ilê Saint Louis neighborhood in less than 10 minutes and to the charming Marais neighborhood with its diverse shops and charming alleyways in less than 10 minutes as well. Across from the building is a top-notch bakery and both a supermarket and a flower shop are just 5 minutes away. The Quai de la Rapée metro station is about 3 minutes away, while Bastille station is around 7 minutes away.

The word “marais” is French for “swamp,” exactly what this famous area of Paris used to be. Today luxurious seventeenth-century mansions or “hôtels particuliers” occupy its streets. Many of them have been converted into museums such as the Musée Carnavalet, which presents the history of Paris; the Musée Picasso, which houses the largest collection of Picasso's in the world; and the Musée Cognacq-Jay, which showcases an exquisite collection of eighteenth-century art and furniture. The district’s famous street, Rue des Rosiers, in the heart of the Jewish area, is teeming with delis, restaurants, and bakeries. Trendy shops and cafés line adjacent streets. The Place des Vosges, where Victor Hugo once lived, is a beautiful place to relax and people watch.

Outside the Marais, the rest of Paris awaits. Whether it’s a leisurely walk along the Seine, a visit to one of the countless museums, or an unforgettable meal in a cozy neighborhood restaurant, you’ll never find a shortage of things to do in this marvelous city. Even lingering in one of the meticulously kept gardens or sidewalk cafés can be a daylong activity. Everything is conveniently located, just a short walk from any Metro station, one of the safest and most efficient subway systems in the world.

If plans include travel outside Paris, the RER (regional train) can transport you quickly and economically. Day trips to the Versailles Palace, Disneyland Paris, Monet’s home in Giverny, and the Chartres cathedral are easily accomplished and well worth the trip.

This apartment is managed by an agency with excellent English-speaking personnel who are available by phone as needed. And our UnTours staff person is always just a phone call away.