Les Rayons et Les Ombres

Just over twenty minutes on foot from the world’s most iconic iron tower, this 16th arrondissement apartment offers a grounding base to come home to after sky-high activities. This neighbourhood is known for its elegant architecture and high society residents, but you’ll also find natural beauty such as the Bois de Boulogne just 1.5 kilometres from home. Speaking of wood, this is a dominating element of the decor, as a nod to nearby woodland surroundings. Warm wooden floors, dark wooden dining chairs, and a rich wooden mid-century sideboard are just some of the offerings in this bright apartment. We love the cosy atmosphere created by this colour scheme, where orange curtains and a geometric rug of earthy tones help to finish off the look. In contrast, a glass-panelled wall through to the second bedroom adds a modern twist to the layout of this classic Parisian apartment. And glass makes another appearance outdoors. As the home is up on the third floor, you can step out to your private balcony from the huge, sliding glass doors in the lounge – the perfect outdoor spot for a café au lait in the morning.

Home truths:
*Guests are not permitted to put laundry out to dry on windows or the balcony
*In the second bedroom, one of the single beds can be pulled out from underneath (both single beds have the same dimensions – 90 x 200 cm)
*The entrance to the building is shared with other residents, not private to your home
*Only paid parking is available off the premises, but La Muette metro station is just a six-minute walk
*There is no dedicated workspace, but plenty of laptop-friendly spots such as the dining table
*If you'd like to check in before 2 pm or after 7 pm, or check out before 8 am, you'll need to pay a €50 fee