Welcome to the "room under the sky" which is totally independent and occupies the whole second floor of the house, thus granting a complete privacy - ideal for those who want to study or work in a quiet environment, when not simply rest after a full day wandering throughout the city. The WIFI connection is excellent. The bathroom is private, but not on the same floor as the bedroom. The open kitchen is to be shared. There is a spare single bed in the room which can welcome a family member or a friend or a child above 7.

Warm and hospitable stay in a 1870 town house with its own garden, located in a private condominium and in a quiet and safest neighbourhood within Paris intramuros. Used to hosting international travellers, foreign students or just citizens of the world (except French ones), I greatly enjoy helping them discover the city for a full immersion in French culture and habits according to their areas of interest. During Spring and Summer time, the shady garden is a perfect place for a cup of tea or a drink at the end of the day if you are not tempted by the pub or the bistrot across the street. For those learning or improving their knowledge of the language, I provide French lessons on a daily basis, prices to be negotiated according to level and frequency. I am French, retired, speak fluent English, understand Spanish and a little German. I have a luxuriant garden and two small doggies, so my home does not suit guests allergic to pollen or pets' hair. Also, because of the room being on the 2nd floor and the shower not being ensuite, this homestay does not suit elderly guests or anyone with knee or leg problem.

This private house is located in the 15th district which is the most popular district in Paris, and homes many monuments (Eiffel Tower, Ecole Militaire, Invalides), and various museums (Orsay, Rodin, Branly, Marmontan, Monet and Orangerie). It is a 35 mn walk along the Seine River and Central Paris can be reached within 15 mn by metro or by bus (stations are 5mn away, when not across the house). Direct bus to the house from North and East stations for guests coming from UK or Germany. It is at walking distance from famous cooking schools (CORDON BLEU and BELLOUET CONSEIL) , 30 mn walk from UNESCO and is direct by metro to French language schools (SORBONNE, ALLIANCE FRANCAISE and ACCORD). It is close to the - the TOUR MONTPARNASSE skyscraper, a large shopping center which offers panaromic views across Paris and the Seine river from the 56th floor - BEAUGRENELLE, the largest mall in Europe with traditional Parisian department stores, a multi-screen cinema and a choice of many restaurants, overlooking the River Seine - the AQUABOULEVARD the biggest urban water park in Europe, with two wave pools, 11 giant water slides, indoor and outdoor jacuzzis, lazy rivers and a 4,000 m² stretch of sandy beach, plus a whole slew of water games - FOREST HILL physical fitness center. You will find around the house plenty inexpensive but intimate restaurants, trendy cafés, bars and brasseries, wine cellars, cheese delicatessen and bio shops. There are 4 supermarkets and 2 groceries stores within 5 mn from the house as well as two street markets 3 times a week. Elsewhere around, you will find parks, squares and gardens, a flee market at Porte de Vanves and an antique book market which sell quality goods each weekend at the Georges Brassens Park. There is an English speaking doctor across the street and European Georges Pompidou Hospital is 10 mn away by taxi in case of emergency.