My Trip to Paris: Renting a Paris Apartment from Haven In

Beautiful dining room in Paris apartment by Hello Lovely Studio

I recently shared our stay at the Park Hyatt Paris Vendome,
and today it’s all about the Paris apartment
located in the Latin quarter near Notre Dame
we booked through Haven in Paris.

Vivid blue exterior double #doors on limestone #Parisapartment by Hello Lovely Studio
Travel: Renting a Paris Apartment

We entered through these blue doors from the street.
What precise shade is it, design savvy friends?

Vivid blue doors to Paris apartment with shiny brass hardware by Hello Lovely Studio
Travel: Renting a Paris Apartment
Beautiful paneled walls and blue French doors to Paris apartment by Hello Lovely Studio
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Once inside, the charm of the old building mesmerized.
Look at the gorgeous paneling of the vestibule!

Gorgeous curved #stairway with raised panel moldings in #Parisapartment by Hello Lovely Studio
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We rarely took the stairs since a modern convenient
elevator was always available up to the 5th floor.

Nordic French #serenedecor #Parisapartment by Hello Lovely Studio
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For a week, we lived like Parisians
in this heavenly one-bedroom near Notre Dame.

I think you’ll agree it has a Scandinavian feel
which we loved, and it was much
more spacious (more than 600 s.f.) than
a typical hotel suite costing the same.

Airy and serene #Parisapartment with #Swedishstyle by Hello Lovely Studio
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So much glorious streaming light, and
the living/dining combination suited us perfectly.

Open shelving in a serene white #livingroom in #Parisapartment by Hello Lovely Studio
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View from modern white kitchen in #Parisapartment by Hello Lovely Studio
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The kitchen is a modern tiny galley outfitted
with state-of-the-art modern appliances
including a washer/dryer combo.

It was so convenient to cook here
(a grocery store is steps away)
and the light and fresh air from these
windows in the kitchen…ahhhhh.
We never heard a peep or spotted
a soul outside this window.

Gorgeous rooftops from the view out of our #Parisapartment window - Hello Lovely Studio
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Elegant #livingroom in #Parisapartment with stone fireplace and gilded mirror by Hello Lovely Studio
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Charming dining area with wood floor in #Parisapartment by Hello Lovely Studio
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Are you picky about clean?
Me too.
This Paris apartment was spotless.

Lavender decor in #FrenchCountry bedroom of #Parisapartment by Hello Lovely Studio
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The bedroom is roomier than expected, and except
for the creak of wood floors, was peacefully quiet.

Swedish style white armoire in #Parisapartment - Hello Lovely Studio
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The armoire multitasks as a closet.

Woven rattan headboard in #Parisapartment by Hello Lovely Studio
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Serene and neutral living and dining area of #Parisapartment by Hello Lovely Studio
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A fabulous amenity was the desk area in the dining
room, complete with a Mac and a telephone
with unlimited free calls home.

Modern sink and tiled shower in #parisapartment by Hello Lovely Studio
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A modern, well-appointed bath
(yummy towel warmer)
with a powerful shower.
Yes m’am I missed my Park Hyatt dream bath,
but this was definitely not roughin’ it.

Double French doors in a charming #Parisapartment - by Hello Lovely Studio
Travel: Renting a Paris Apartment
On the balcony of our #parisapartment - Hello Lovely Studio
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Awful hair week…for that fact alone, I must return. Yes? With good hair.

How did we find the apartment?

I have read the Haven in Paris blog
for years, and even without a personal
reference was comfortable booking with HIP.
Every step of the process went smoothly,
and I will definitely turn to them again…
the trick is CHOOSING from so many
beautiful properties!

Louboutin pumps on a #Parisapartment balcony by Hello Lovely Studio
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Peace to you right where you are.

~michele

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44 Comments

  1. November 24, 2012 / 2:31 am

    That video made me belly laugh…. so funny!

  2. November 24, 2012 / 2:52 am

    It's absolutely gorgeous Michelle! Thanks for sharing it.

  3. November 24, 2012 / 3:05 am

    That is just stunning and charming! I bet you had the best most peaceful time there. Thank you for sharing your lovely vacay apartment. Oooh la la, those shoes!!
    🙂

  4. November 24, 2012 / 3:43 am

    wow!! i bet you didn't want to leave.
    x

  5. November 24, 2012 / 6:20 am

    It looks like a place I can be for a vacation in Paris 🙂

    xo
    Anci

  6. November 24, 2012 / 12:04 pm

    It's so beautiful and spotless! My favourite has to be the view of the ornate railings peaking through the window in the kitchen!

  7. November 24, 2012 / 12:31 pm

    Elevator? You had an elevator to the flat? Do you have any idea how extremely rare that is in Paris? Lucky girl! Yes I know you went to Paris and I'm focusing on the elevator but it's rare! Gorgeous apartment and looks so clean and the views are to die for! Lucky, lucky you!

    XXX
    Debra~

  8. November 24, 2012 / 2:12 pm

    well hot midwestern mama, look at those shoes!!

    i would be terrified to wear them but they look very sexy on the parisian balcony, perfect for a photo shoot.
    stunning flat, off to check out HIP
    xo
    debra

  9. November 24, 2012 / 2:21 pm

    Oh wow! How beautiful is that apartment? Will have to check out their website (and blog!).
    That video is so funny…not only the model but the presenters too. I have tears in my eyes from laughing so much.
    Z xx

  10. November 24, 2012 / 2:50 pm

    I've just re-posted the video on my blog. I've done a link to you. Hope that's OK?
    Z xx

  11. November 24, 2012 / 3:24 pm

    What a beautiful place to stay…..I would have to be hospitalized if I wore those shoes! I have to go back and watch the video……

  12. November 24, 2012 / 3:52 pm

    Beautiful apartment! You found a gem! I don't do heals.If I did that is exactly what would happen to me LOL!
    xx
    Anne

  13. November 24, 2012 / 5:26 pm

    This is so great, getting to gush over Paris in sync 🙂
    This is definitely the dream way to stay in Paris,
    that link is going to be firmly tucked in my bookmarks for future reference
    – looks amazing, x

  14. November 24, 2012 / 6:43 pm

    What a beautiful, cozy, and chic apartment, Michele. Thank you for sharing, sweet lady!
    Happy Saturday.
    Teresa
    xoxo

  15. November 24, 2012 / 9:07 pm

    Very pretty flat, Michele. It looks fresh, stylish and comfortable. I love those 3 French windows with the great iron balcony guard. I'd definitely stay here.
    xo
    Loi

  16. November 24, 2012 / 9:18 pm

    Michele, this is so lovely! Isn't it fun to pretend you live in Paris. I decided that I could really get use to that lifestyle quite easily?! Even your hair that you are calling bad, is still gorgeous!! such a pretty lady!!
    xo Kathysue

  17. November 24, 2012 / 10:06 pm

    @acquired objects
    yep. a wonderful elevator was such a perk!

    @kathysue
    i could never live here! it's just not me. always a pleasure to visit cities for urban renewal, but there is no place like a quiet country home for me.

    🙂

  18. November 24, 2012 / 10:44 pm

    What a fabulous apartment, Michele! Just gorgeous! The furniture, the space, the sunlight, the decor…..just perfection! And you look just like a gorgeous Parisiene girl standing there. ♥

    xoxo laurie

  19. November 25, 2012 / 3:00 am

    Gee Mich! Its delicious if it can be said. The kitchen resembles mine though- as tiny as it gets.
    Love the paneling, the rosy feel, the grandeur in simplicity. Hopefully I'll be there one day. "Hopefully".
    🙂

  20. November 25, 2012 / 4:13 am

    GORGEOUS flat Michele! You look like you belong there and those shoes are perfect! Can't think of a more perfect spot to slip those babies on. Time for a taxi.. forget walking on the cobble stones.

    xx
    leslie

  21. November 25, 2012 / 3:08 pm

    Just beautiful pictures, love the blue door and the bed.

    Cynthia

  22. November 25, 2012 / 8:52 pm

    WOW!!!!!!! How tempted were you to just stay there and claim ownership and start living there? LOL….sooooo beautiful. And you look gorgeous along with your beautiful shoes:) Its such a comfortable, elegant and beautiful space. Everything about Paris is simple perfection in my book.
    Really hope you had a happy Thanksgiving. We just got back and I so missed being in blogland, have lots of catching up to do! How is your mom??

  23. November 25, 2012 / 8:56 pm

    Oh wow, what a STUNNING place! Love every inch of it! And don't you look sassy and perfect in that backdrop you gorgeous thing you.

    Oh cobblestones are pure evil. They are everywhere here in the UK and makes graceful walking in heels a bit of an impossibility – I have often had to hang on for dear life to a friend whilst walking across them. Classy. xxx

  24. November 26, 2012 / 12:23 am

    I think your hair looks great! And you look fabulous! The apartment is just darling. What a great place to stay. I would love to go there someday.

  25. November 26, 2012 / 1:01 am

    Oh my word. Love love love! So fun to see – you had to totally enjoy that!!! I so want to go to Paris someday!

  26. November 26, 2012 / 3:00 am

    You know how to travel girl!!! How fun is that apartment?!! It's so perfectly Parisian… and those views are incredible!! I think you look like perfection standing on that balcony… bad hair day… whatever!! hahaha love love love!!

    xoxo
    Desiree

  27. November 27, 2012 / 6:11 am

    omg…. you are livin' large, gf!
    I would love a week in Paris right about NOW!
    "Calgon take me away?"

    Never really works.
    🙂

    Looks dreamy.
    Thanks for sharing!

  28. November 27, 2012 / 5:08 pm

    LOVE your apartment! I rented one too when I went and it's the only way to go! So much more space and it's so fun living like a real Parisian while you're there! How gorgeous are you on the balcony!!! So pretty!

  29. November 27, 2012 / 10:50 pm

    It's beautiful! Whoa… i mean, good grief, could it be any more charming!

    Cindy

  30. November 27, 2012 / 10:52 pm

    I simply love that French blue!! Wish I could figure out that paint color! What a great rip all images are great!
    Karolyn

  31. November 29, 2012 / 3:33 pm

    that's it. i'm taking you all with me next time.

    thanks for joining me on this lovely journey.

    michele

  32. November 29, 2012 / 6:37 pm

    The apartment is delightful. I love those blue doors. Europeans seems to enjoy painting their doors a bright welcoming color.

  33. December 1, 2012 / 4:09 pm

    Michele,
    We were in Paris and Normandy in September. I loved the Paris apartment photos-thanks for sharing your experience. I'm planning a trip again next year and absolutely would consider an apartment over a hotel next time.
    Have a great weekend!
    Sarah

  34. December 1, 2012 / 8:26 pm

    I'm amazed you ever left
    the building ~ so much
    loveliness to shoot with
    your camera right there…..

    Funny about having a bad
    hair week. Try London in
    November. Not pretty!!
    But fun!

    xo Suzanne

  35. December 2, 2012 / 8:26 pm

    Michele,

    I envy you! To be blonde and beautiful in Paris!

    Thank you so much for visiting me!

    xo

    Andie

  36. December 3, 2012 / 1:01 pm

    Wow, it looks fab!
    You look great too. Bad hairday… not!
    hx

  37. December 4, 2012 / 12:33 pm

    Good Lord…..did you feel like royalty staying there? So pretty…..and I really COULD not walk in those shoes….but I could walk from the taxi to the restaurant and eat…..then back to the taxi:).

  38. December 4, 2012 / 4:48 pm

    We're going to Paris this summer, so I am so checking out your link. The only prob is that we will only be there a few days then onto Italy, so we'll see if it makes sense to rent an a flat. Oh this looks so heavenly and you look just perfect on the balcony!!

  39. December 7, 2012 / 7:49 pm

    A beautiful apartment. I adore Paris and if I get to go back I'd definitely love to stay somewhere like this!

  40. January 27, 2013 / 11:44 pm

    Wow, what an amazing Parisian apartment! I recognize the view out your window, too! We always stay at the same little hotel on Rue Ecoles, just a few blocks away. (We've gone in that little patisserie down below quite a few times!) Though we've always fantasized about renting a little apartment there. Sounds like you had an awesome time!

  41. January 29, 2013 / 4:11 am

    I never saw this tour of your Paris "apartment" before….it is lovely! My european hotels were NEVER this spacious…..if I get to go back soon I know where to look to find a place to stay…..

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