Climbing the stairs to this second-floor apartment, you might regret bringing heavy suitcases, but the moment you step inside, you can see that it’s worth the steps. This beautiful home is a rare gem in Paris, boasting high ceilings and floor-to-ceiling sliding glass doors that open onto a terrace. Outside, you can sip cocktails and Champagne while watching Parisians go to and fro in the street below. There’s a well-equipped kitchen to cook in, and a bright, welcoming living space for your downtime – which you’ll need with so much to see and do right on your doorstep. From here, you can walk to the likes of the Louvre in no time.

Home truths:
*This apartment is on the second floor of a building with no lift, so it may not be suitable for those with reduced mobility.
*There are desks here for those working remotely during their stay.
*Your host operates several apartments here, so the exact view, layout and furnishings might differ slightly from the photos. However, the overall quality should remain the same.
*Pyramides Metro station is a short walk away.