An Ochre Touch

A family with a taste for modern spaces and a love of literature will find this home ticks all the boxes and many more. You'll find books in almost every corner of this house, from the living area to the bedrooms – even the kitchen boasts an impressive collection of cookbooks. You'll love flicking through them for inspiration, and cooking up a delicious feast to share at the long, chic dining table. The apartment manages to feel cosy without being cluttered, and you'll find plenty of charming design touches, like the exposed stone wall in the living room and the little outdoor courtyard which can also be accessed from the master bedroom. The location in the 10th Arrondissement is not quite in the centre of Paris, but that's actually what makes it so attractive. You'll find the hip cafes and restaurants of Canal Saint-Martin are right on your doorstep, and there's no better way to spend a morning than by strolling along the historic waterway. And, if you want to venture into the heart of the city, simply just on the Métro at Goncourt – the station is just six minutes away.

Home truths:
* This home is lived-in by the host when not rented out to guests, so there are some personal items around

* We found the wi-fi connectivity to be a little patchy on the upper floor

*Breakfast is included – speak to your host for more information
*The home sleeps up to four adults and one child
* There is no air conditioning in this home so it could get warm in the summer months

*The decor has been recently refreshed, so it looks even more lovely than the photos

*There's no TV in this home, but with so much to do in Paris, you probably won't need one anyway