The Avenue Gambetta Residence
Perks for the Parents
An unusually spacious apartment with artfully designed accommodation set over 2 floors, and all the action of central Paris within easy reach. It sleeps 9 + 1. Ideally set up for families, this pretty duplex has 3 bedrooms with a particularly roomy primary suite and bathroom with its own soaking tub, as well as a separate family bathroom for the kids. There is a lift up to the residence so parents with strollers and lots of luggage needn’t worry about contending with stairs. Set away from the busy tourist districts, the apartment is located in a peaceful, leafy neighborhood with plenty of restaurants, cafes and stores on the doorstep. The bohemian Belleville district is a 15 minute walk for some of the best views over the city, while the local metro station provides fast and easy access to the centre-ville.
Why Kids Love it
The kids will feel right at home in this creative and colorful apartment, with plenty of toys and books to entertain. The hosts have 8 and 11-year-old kids so the bedrooms are especially bright and fun, doubling up as additional play space. For laid back days or evenings in, the living room is the ideal cozy hangout with comfy sofas, a TV and library of books. On the doorstep, there are parks, local playgrounds and kid-friendly museums. Hire bikes and seek out local viewpoints – Belleview Park offers fantastic top of the world views over the city and the Eiffel Tower on a clear day, or hop on the metro for fuss free travel around the rest of the city. The hosts can provide a crib and a baby bath on request and also have window guards and stair gates for safety.
Things to Know
Minimum stay: 1 week. The residence is set within an apartment building that has an elevator. As it’s a duplex, the stairs are protected with a stairgate for young kids. The residence has good WiFi, bathtubs and a washing machine. There are 2 single beds, a toddler bed and a crib available for accommodating additional guests on request. Private parking is not available but there are excellent public transport links, and taxi services available. Sorry, no pets.
About the Location
The apartment is located just off the Avenue de Gambetta in Paris' 20th arrondissement with a good selection of restaurants, cafes and grocery stores dotted the length of the street. The closest metro station is just minutes’ walk offering fast connections to the city center. A 20 minute stroll will get you to the famous Père-Lachaise cemetery, the final resting place of Oscar Wilde, Jim Morrison and Chopin while Belleville Park is a 10 minute cycle or half hour walk, offering spectacular views over the city on a clear day. The hip/arty neighborhoods of The Marais and Canal St Martin are a 15 – 20 minute cab ride, as are the Place de la Republique and the Place de la Bastille. The closest international airport is Charles de Gaulle Airport, 30 minutes away. The Gare du Nord is 25 minutes by taxi for Eurostar services to London.
Accommodation Details
The apartment has 3 bedrooms and 2 bathrooms over 2 floors. The main living areas are open plan in style including a living room-diner, and a kitchen area which is easily accessible through 2 open archways. The living room has 2 sofas, a coffee table and an ornamental fireplace with a dining room table seating 6 occupying the other side, next to a colorful bookshelf. The kitchen is set just behind and is fully stocked with everything a guest would expect, including a dishwasher. There are a few steps up to the bedrooms and bathrooms. The primary has a kingsize bed and its own separate bathroom with a roll top bath and shower. The second and third bedrooms both have double beds and share a family bathroom with a bathtub.
Style Notes
Period Parisian. The apartment building wears its historic charm on its sleeve with plenty of original character still on show inside, and out. The current hosts have thoughtfully updated the interiors with contemporary styling and an artistic flair, adding state of the art appliances in the sophisticated kitchen, and bathrooms. The walls and ceilings showcase a clean, light palette, uplifted by handpicked art works and design led lighting, to create a bright and cozy vibe throughout. We love the gorgeous French windows with Parisian balconies, the ideal spot to watch the neighborhood goings on below while sipping a morning coffee.
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Air Conditioning
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Baby Bath
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Baby Monitor
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Babysitter / Nanny
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Backyard / Garden
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Balcony
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Bathtub
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Bed Rails
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Bicycles
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Cabinet Locks
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Changing Table
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Chef / Catering
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Children's Dinnerware
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Corner Guards
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DVD Library
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DVD Player
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Dishwasher
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Elevator
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Fireplace Guards
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Game Console
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High Chair
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Housekeeper
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Outlet Plugs
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Parking
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Pet-friendly
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Pool
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Pool Gate
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Stair Gates
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Television
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Toys / Children's Books
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Washer / Dryer
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Wifi
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Window Guards
