Paris Perfect Confirmed for Nov. 2009
Mar 11th, 2009 | 07:58 PM
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>>Champagne..... I want to rent one for my husband and I on our next trip. ..... I hope it is not booked.<<
It's booked from Dec 9 through Dec 18 - by us. We were in Champagne for 3 weeks this past Sept & Oct. Had all kinds of plans to visit Reimes, Rouen, Chartres, etc. We walked into Champagne, re-arrarned the furniture to take advantage of the fabulous views, and spent a LOT more time in the Apt than we anticipated. Never made it to Reims, Rouen, etc. We actually dined in our own "dining room" quite often instead of eating at restaurants in the "Hood". Even with the economy as bad as it is now, staying at Champage, eating in our Apt 5-6 nights a week, makes for a fabulous vacation in Paris.
We actually cancelled a 3 week vacation in Eastern Europe, and substituted it with 10 days in Champagne - because of costs.
Stu Dudley
It's booked from Dec 9 through Dec 18 - by us. We were in Champagne for 3 weeks this past Sept & Oct. Had all kinds of plans to visit Reimes, Rouen, Chartres, etc. We walked into Champagne, re-arrarned the furniture to take advantage of the fabulous views, and spent a LOT more time in the Apt than we anticipated. Never made it to Reims, Rouen, etc. We actually dined in our own "dining room" quite often instead of eating at restaurants in the "Hood". Even with the economy as bad as it is now, staying at Champage, eating in our Apt 5-6 nights a week, makes for a fabulous vacation in Paris.
We actually cancelled a 3 week vacation in Eastern Europe, and substituted it with 10 days in Champagne - because of costs.
Stu Dudley
Mar 11th, 2009 | 10:58 PM
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It sounds like you had a great time and from the pictures, OMG how could you not have been over the moon. I would cook and have wonderful dinners, with Champagne, read wonderful books, sounds like a dream vacation for sure. You guys have the time of your life when you go....I hope to make it there myself in the near future, I have sent an email asking about availibity. It can't be much more than our bill last summer at the Luxhembourg Parc....
Mar 12th, 2009 | 01:26 AM
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elsiejune: I, too am sorry that our dates don't mesh..
returntoyourseat: I'm glad you have found your "lost" apartment! "Champagne" is a pretty special apartment. All who have stayed there rave about it. If you have sent a note off about availablity, Michelle will get back to you soo, I'm sure. Then you can make some Paris plans!!
dlejhunt: No, unfortunately I am not fluent in French! I have learned enough and know customs quite well, so am able to communicate well enough to always receive many niceities in return. I thank you for your compliments.
Stu: I didn't know, til now, that you had cancelled another trip to be back in the "Champagne" in Dec.
Maybe we need to add a new type of GTG..Paris Perfect Alumni! Wouldn't we all have fun, comparing and talking about the different places..along with Paris, of course....might be something to think about....a bientot..
Joan
returntoyourseat: I'm glad you have found your "lost" apartment! "Champagne" is a pretty special apartment. All who have stayed there rave about it. If you have sent a note off about availablity, Michelle will get back to you soo, I'm sure. Then you can make some Paris plans!!
dlejhunt: No, unfortunately I am not fluent in French! I have learned enough and know customs quite well, so am able to communicate well enough to always receive many niceities in return. I thank you for your compliments.
Stu: I didn't know, til now, that you had cancelled another trip to be back in the "Champagne" in Dec.
Maybe we need to add a new type of GTG..Paris Perfect Alumni! Wouldn't we all have fun, comparing and talking about the different places..along with Paris, of course....might be something to think about....a bientot..
Joan
Mar 12th, 2009 | 05:14 AM
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elsiejune,
When I pulled up the Pinot apartment I thought it looked a bit different. I wondered if it had been recently re-decorated. So, I did ask. Yes, it has just been re-decorated and the bathroom was just re-painted, last week! They do keep them fresh and new!
Joan
When I pulled up the Pinot apartment I thought it looked a bit different. I wondered if it had been recently re-decorated. So, I did ask. Yes, it has just been re-decorated and the bathroom was just re-painted, last week! They do keep them fresh and new!
Joan
Mar 12th, 2009 | 04:46 PM
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Yes, it does indeed look lovely and we're so looking forward to our time there. We've chosen Pinot for the courtyard bedroom, balcony w/ET view, kitchen/dining area, and (hopefully) quiet building. Like Stu, we are just as happy to dine "chez nous" as eat in a neighborhood restaurant. This year, I've resolved to take advantage of the nearby marches (Saxe-Breteuil, Grenelle, Wilson). We've had some of our best food, however, at the small butcher shop, Viande du Champ de Mars, next door to 124 rue St. Dominique. Of course the Constant restaurants are on our short list, as well as Au Bon Accueil, to which Stu gave rave reviews. By the way Joan, do you have a favorite spot for lunch on arrival day? Will FlirThe fit the bill? EJ 
Mar 13th, 2009 | 01:42 AM
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elsiejune,
Flirt The is a simple place, but could easily fit the bill for arrival day. Do tell Florent that you know me. I will be seeing him just ahead of you, so will give him your name, too. Very reasonable, many items on the board and because he serves afternoon tea, you could have a late lunch. 3, ave. Duquesne. I like Les Cocottes for a convenient lunch spot, too.
Joan
Flirt The is a simple place, but could easily fit the bill for arrival day. Do tell Florent that you know me. I will be seeing him just ahead of you, so will give him your name, too. Very reasonable, many items on the board and because he serves afternoon tea, you could have a late lunch. 3, ave. Duquesne. I like Les Cocottes for a convenient lunch spot, too.
Joan
Mar 13th, 2009 | 04:14 AM
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Joan, I'm sure you've passed the butcher shop, as it's right next door to PP's 124 St.Dominique address. They do have some prepared items: roasted chickens, saucissons, yummy side dishes. All in all, a great place to cobble together an apt. meal. EJ
Mar 13th, 2009 | 09:23 AM
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How nice to read all the planning for a PP stay. Having stayed last December at the Pomerol and Cote du Rhone with Joan, I can really second everyone for the excellence of PP apartments. Madelyn really does a wonderful job decorating and furnishing the apartments. The staff are wonderful and of course, the neighborhood (which is my old neighborhood) is excellent.
I wish you all a wonderful sejour in Paris! Wish I am joining you in my favorite city!
Lilia
I wish you all a wonderful sejour in Paris! Wish I am joining you in my favorite city!
Lilia
Mar 13th, 2009 | 11:06 PM
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Gracejoan & others, I just want to thank so many of you for all of your wonderful advice and comments. I have been reading silently for months and just returned from a week in the Pomerol with girlfriends, airport transport by Shuttle-Inter and visits to many of your favourite places. Thanks for helping to make our trip a cherished memory for all of us. I hope to meet some of you at one of your GTG - you are obviously a delightful group!
Mar 14th, 2009 | 01:40 AM
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rampchic,
I'm sure that you and friends had a great time staying in the Pomerol. A convenient location for you to be in. You will have a lot of fun at home talking about the things that you did.
You will soon be planning your next trip to Paris!!
a bientot...
Joan
I'm sure that you and friends had a great time staying in the Pomerol. A convenient location for you to be in. You will have a lot of fun at home talking about the things that you did.
You will soon be planning your next trip to Paris!!
a bientot...
Joan
Mar 17th, 2009 | 09:03 PM
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Joan and Stu, thanks for all the pleasant replies to the post on PP apartments. I believe we are going to book Champagne for a couple of weeks in December. Michelle has been wonderful corrensponding with me on the details. Stu, you have to tell me how you arranged the furniture
This will be our first time after many trips to Paris, to rent an apartment on our own, I feel this will be a real test, but I am up to the adventure. I am sure I will be calling on all of you for advice as the date nears. Thank you again, I wish all of you safe and wonderful trips.
This will be our first time after many trips to Paris, to rent an apartment on our own, I feel this will be a real test, but I am up to the adventure. I am sure I will be calling on all of you for advice as the date nears. Thank you again, I wish all of you safe and wonderful trips.
Mar 18th, 2009 | 01:05 AM
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Mimi..just go to the website www.parisperfect.com and pull up any of them..Champagne is there.
returntoyourseat..Dec. must be getting full..Stu has 10 days or so..some other friends were looking for a few days ahead of Stu. Michelle will certainly take care of you. I think you will be able to tell how the furniture was re-arranged when you are in the apartment...to have those wonderful views at their best. Beware, though..you will be spoiled for anything else!
returntoyourseat..Dec. must be getting full..Stu has 10 days or so..some other friends were looking for a few days ahead of Stu. Michelle will certainly take care of you. I think you will be able to tell how the furniture was re-arranged when you are in the apartment...to have those wonderful views at their best. Beware, though..you will be spoiled for anything else!
Apr 5th, 2009 | 04:19 PM
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Joan, Enjoy your upcoming month in Paris. Please let us know if you participate in one of the cooking classes being offered or if you have any new suggestions for us. As predicted, I plan a return to Paris next April - Cotes du Rhone apartment this time.
To all, thanks for a lovely thread. I have learned so much!
To all, thanks for a lovely thread. I have learned so much!
Apr 5th, 2009 | 05:20 PM
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rampchic,
Thank you. I'm not one for cooking. I seldom cook at home. I have all those beautiful PP kitchens that are barely used. Not even the Nepresso coffee makers!
I am all set to leave on the 14th. Will have lunch at Les Cocottes on the 15th. I plan to meet some nice friends there. They are leaving tomorrow for their first trip with their 2 children and parents. They will be staying in the Sancerre. I can hear all the excitement of a first timer! Also have reservations for a nice little spot across the Seine on Tremoille for that first evening with a gal from Philly, who will be joining me for several dining adventures..early dinner with some wine and then early to bed. Will be on Paris time in the morning.
I am adding a touch of Provence and taking the TGV on the 20th down to Avignon and driving to Les Baux to
www.riboto-de-taven.fr a favorite spot of mine. I do love the Alpilles. I will return to Paris on the 23rd. We have a nice GTG with small group of local friends and American friends who happen to be in Paris..another making plans for Paris now. That is for the 24th..all to my apt. to meet, greet and enjoy some champagne and then walk over to Cafe Constant for our Parisian dining hour of 9:00.
Just heard from another nice Chicago friend and Fodor's poster..weekender..who often takes these long weekend trips..Thurs. - Sun. He has had many already this year. He will be in London and will take the morning Eurostar and come by my apt. and we are going to Fables de la Fontaine for lunch and have a nice visit and he will return to London on the Eurostar and back to Chicago on Sunday! He is a traveler!!
You will like the Cotes du Rhone. Nice living room with the ET right there..also the Monaco Royal Apartments for some of your neighbors. Good boulangerie across the street. You are on the corner of Bourdonnais and Monttessuy. Location, location, location. Everything there and can walk to so much along with all the great restaurants.A good choice if that is the size that you need. We were there in Dec. The first ones to stay in that apartment.
a bientot....
Joan
Thank you. I'm not one for cooking. I seldom cook at home. I have all those beautiful PP kitchens that are barely used. Not even the Nepresso coffee makers!
I am all set to leave on the 14th. Will have lunch at Les Cocottes on the 15th. I plan to meet some nice friends there. They are leaving tomorrow for their first trip with their 2 children and parents. They will be staying in the Sancerre. I can hear all the excitement of a first timer! Also have reservations for a nice little spot across the Seine on Tremoille for that first evening with a gal from Philly, who will be joining me for several dining adventures..early dinner with some wine and then early to bed. Will be on Paris time in the morning.
I am adding a touch of Provence and taking the TGV on the 20th down to Avignon and driving to Les Baux to
www.riboto-de-taven.fr a favorite spot of mine. I do love the Alpilles. I will return to Paris on the 23rd. We have a nice GTG with small group of local friends and American friends who happen to be in Paris..another making plans for Paris now. That is for the 24th..all to my apt. to meet, greet and enjoy some champagne and then walk over to Cafe Constant for our Parisian dining hour of 9:00.
Just heard from another nice Chicago friend and Fodor's poster..weekender..who often takes these long weekend trips..Thurs. - Sun. He has had many already this year. He will be in London and will take the morning Eurostar and come by my apt. and we are going to Fables de la Fontaine for lunch and have a nice visit and he will return to London on the Eurostar and back to Chicago on Sunday! He is a traveler!!
You will like the Cotes du Rhone. Nice living room with the ET right there..also the Monaco Royal Apartments for some of your neighbors. Good boulangerie across the street. You are on the corner of Bourdonnais and Monttessuy. Location, location, location. Everything there and can walk to so much along with all the great restaurants.A good choice if that is the size that you need. We were there in Dec. The first ones to stay in that apartment.
a bientot....
Joan
