Description
In the heart of the most sought-after neighborhood in Paris, this ultra modern, 2200 Sq. Ft luxury apartment combines classic forms and motifs with avant-guard sculpture and paintings below fantastic, color-changing lighting and with a near 240-degree view.
Enter this grand apartment though antique riveted copper doors into a rotund room with tall, ornate ceilings, herringbone wood floors, ubiquitous floor-to-ceiling windows, two lounge spaces, and a sleek, low profile kitchen and dining area.
Two large couches atop a warm oriental rug frame the first of the lounge areas. Gaze out the many windows or at the surrounding sculpture and art from these comfortable couches in this open first floor. Or notice the subtle juxtaposition of modern and classic forms as the lighting coming from the ornamental ceiling and widows slowly alters the mood and look of the space.
The second lounge space offers a cozy corner with widow view and fireplace for a more intimate feel. With a bear-skin rug, wrap-around couch, dark wood shelves, and paintings and sculpture by renowned contemporary artists, this room-within-a-room gives pleasure and seclusion.
The modern kitchen has a black and grey motif with low profile cabinets and appliances that maintain the continuity and style of the first floor. With seating for four at the granite island, diners are close to the cooking and the room’s many art pieces.
The master bedroom maintains the modern look of the apartment with purple and white walls that provide space for the tiger to jump from its perch on the wall. The room has a king-size bed, large flat-screen television, and sleek black dressers and shelves along with a window view and en suite master bathroom. The master bathroom shines with black marble floors and fixtures, a room-length mirror with vanity, an open-air tub with window view, and an enclosed shower with black marble benches and multiple jets and a private Hammam.
A second bedroom with king-size bed and flat-screen television features modern lighting, window view, and large warm rug surrounded by modern art pieces. It’s en suite bathroom has a double vanity and glass-walled shower.
A third bedroom has a queen-sized bed, designer lighting, and window view with en suite bathroom with vanity and glass-walled shower.
Finally, a study with leather padded walls, large flat-screen television, and comfortable couch offers a respite or a fourth bedroom for an additional couple of guests. An ensuite bathroom has polished wood vanity, shower, and towel warmers.
Saint-Germain des Prés is located in the center of the famous Left Bank ("Rive Gauche") triangle: Latin Quarter, the Invalides and Montparnasse. Once the hangout for bohemians and intellectuals, this neighborhood has undergone gentrification and is newly chic. Upscale boutiques, art galleries, theatres, well-known restaurants, museums and monuments can be found throughout this district.
Saint Germain des Pres enjoys it’s reputation as the cultural centre of Paris and proves it with a buzzing ambience. Situated on the Rive Gauche, with its long history of decadent joie de vivre and cutting edge art, you are also within easy reach of some fine museums and galleries.
Imagine waking up to a freshly baked croissant and café au lait before setting out to explore the city, and later, coming home, having walked and walked, exploring miles of her streets. If you like to take metro, there are two very conveniently located Metro lines very close to the apartment. The Metro Mabillon is just a few steps from the apartment and Metro Odeon is about two blocks away from the apartment.
The two most famous coffee shops, Café Flore and Les Deux Magots are both located about two blocks away from the apartment. There must be at least 100 restaurants within a few blocks of the apartment. Brasserie Lipp, the famous Bistro is just two blocks away.
In short, this home is a perfect warm and cozy retreat in the center of Paris’ most dynamic neighborhood.
WALKING DISTANCE BY METRO/BUS
MAIN LANDMARKS
Notre Dame 13mn
The Louvre Museum 16mn
Arc de Triomphe 55mn
Eiffel Tower 45mn
Luxembourg Gardens 9mn
LOCAL AND RECOMMENDED
La Grande Epicerie du Bon Marche 13mn
Patisserie Gerard Mulot 0mn
Cafe Les Deux Magots 4mn
Brasserie Lipp 5mn
Boulangerie Poilane 8mn
