The Rue de Olivier de Serres Residence

the 15th arrondissement, paris

2 bedroom - 1 bath

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€254 - €762 per night (EUR)

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Perks for the Parents

This sleek and contemporary apartment is in the authentic 15th arrondissement is perfectly set up for a great family stay. It sleeps up to 4. The open plan living space with the sofa and dining table makes family living easy, while the split-level arrangement means parents get the downstairs floor to themselves in the evening. The 15th arrondissement is home to many Michelin-starred restaurants for an indulgent parents night out, and Musée Bourdelle that is a rare surviving example of a 19th-century sculptor's studio. For those who need to work while away, there’s a dedicated workspace in the main living space. The communal courtyard is a lovely outside space to open a bottle of rose when the kids are in bed and soak up the city of light.

Why Kids Love it

While this apartment is perhaps not suited to toddlers because of the spiral staircase, for kids old enough to navigate them will find a lovely bedroom with toys, games and books. There is a play kitchen, fluffy teddy and soft giraffe, among other delights. Out and about, the sprawling Aquaboulevard is just 10 minutes away by metro and has 11 giant water slides, 2 wave pools, indoor and outdoor jacuzzis, lazy rivers and even its own beach. A little further is the lovely botanical gardens of Jardin des Plantes (about 20 mins away) with a zoo and natural history museum and Exploradôme (about 40 mins) an interactive science museum with workshops for kids.

Things to Know

Minimum stay: 4 nights. Safety notes: This is a duplex apartment with a narrow flight of ungated spiral stairs connecting the 2 floors. No smoking, pets or parties. Air conditioning is available for the summer and the pellet stove is cozy in the winter. There is no TV at this property. The courtyard is a communal space and other residents may use it during your stay. Please note that the home has a security camera, but it will only capture footage if the alarm is activated. A meet and greet, luxury toiletries, towels and linen, a hotel clean and WiFi are all included in your stay. This is a lived-in home so you should expect to find homeowner belongings and personal items.

About the Location

This apartment is in the 15th arrondissement of Paris in the genteel and primarily residential Saint-Lambert area overlooking a cobbled street. The district has a handful of secret attractions including Montparnasse Tower, the family-friendly André Citroën Park with green space and playgrounds, and Aquaboulevard, one of the largest water parks in Europe. You’ll be close to Convention metro station, a 3-minute walk. The nearest train station is Vaugirard, about 25 minutes on foot. Get here on Eurostar from London arriving at Gard du Nord or fly to Paris’ main airport Charles de Gaulle CDG (around 1 hour via metro or taxi).

Accommodation Details

This 897 sq ft apartment has 2 bedrooms and 1 bathroom and is arranged over 2 floors. As you enter, you’ll find a hallway with hooks for coats which flows into the living room with a corner sofa and a pellet stove. This is open plan to a dining area with a table seating 6 including a Tripp Trapp chair. A separate galley kitchen is fully equipped with high-end appliances. Go up the spiral staircase to the bedrooms. The primary bedroom has a kingsize bed and a view of the street, while the kids’ bedroom has a bunk bed. The family bathroom has a bath tub and built-in shower with a wash basin and washing machine. A separate WC is located further along the hallway. A small communal courtyard has seating.

Style Notes

Cozy, contemporary, chic. In a historic period building, this 2-level apartment has modern interiors with clean lines and creative use of colors. The living room is inviting and stylish with petrol blue walls adorned with artworks and exposed brickwork as a nod to the apartment’s heritage. This space thoughtfully doubles as a small home office, blending practicality seamlessly with the overall design. The kitchen’s sophisticated and luxurious turquoise and sultry dark hues make it a great place for culinary adventures. We love the stylish bathroom with its monochrome décor and wood-topped ceramic wash basin; the vibrant rug in the living room, and the bijou courtyard that provides the perfect spot to unwind in the heart of Paris.