Description Les Mystères: Paris

This apartment is in an historic building in the lively Latin Quarter, at the heart of the action. It’s a petite home with heaps of charm and retro touches – the exposed beams and stonework give it a rustic feel.

The living room is bright and welcoming, with huge windows that showcase a lovely view of Paris’ rooftops. It’s in a great location for seeing the sights, but it’s not so touristy that it feels inauthentic. Rue Mouffetard is just around the corner and boasts a seemingly endless supply of eateries and bars packed with locals.

Pop to a nearby bakery for fresh bread, and spend your morning picnicking in Le Jardin du Luxembourg, which is just ten minutes from the apartment. For art and history, stroll twenty-three minutes to the Louvre, or meander ten minutes to Notre Dame. Once you’ve admired the architecture, stroll along the Seine shopping at riverside stalls, popping into cafes every now and then.

Home truths:
*This home is on the first floor with no lift *Two guests can be accommodated on the sofa bed in the living room *The king-size bed is made up of two single beds – let your host know if you’d like it to be set up as singles instead *There’s a communal laundry room in the building *There are several bars directly below the apartment *There’s no air conditioning so this home can get a little warm in summer