It's a quaint and cosy apartment in the Haute Marais, – Paris' ever-emerging and oh-so-trendy new enclave buried between the historic Marais and recently revamped Place de la République. Perfectly located to explore, you're a two-minute wander from Marché des Enfants Rouges – the oldest covered market in the city, boasting a thriving food scene. And when lunchtimes are over, take in the iconic sights, including the Notre Dame, just twenty-one minutes away (on foot). Back home, the interior is an ode to its predecessors with provincial features, exposed wooden beams, an intricate fireplace, and a sparkling full-size chandelier. But the spot we really love is the playfully Parisian kitchen, benefitting from monochromatic tones and a postcard backsplash – it's the perfect place to rustle up a plate of croque madame for breakfast before a day spent sightseeing.

Home truths:
*This apartment is on the second floor with no lift access, which may be difficult for those with heavy luggage or limited mobility
*There is no air conditioning here
*Checkout is conducted in person by a greeter who will collect the keys and carry out an inventory
*This host provides a cleaning kit with sponges, various detergents, kitchen cloths, garbage bags, dishwasher, and washing machine tablets
*There’s also a toilet bag in every bathroom with shampoo, conditioner, shower gel, and body milk (BotElixir brand) – all products are an essential oil blend of lemon/rosemary, paraben free, and hypoallergenic
*This is an old building, and you'll likely hear footsteps from the flat upstairs – light sleepers may want to pack earplugs