Unique Luxury Designer Loft - 300m2 - Louvre, Paris - Full Air-conditioning - Paris

4 bedrooms3+ bathroomsSleeps 8307 sq m

Popular amenities

Pet-friendly

Kitchen

Barbecue grill

Free WiFi

Gym

Washer

Explore the area

Paris, Île-de-France

Centre Pompidou11 min walk
Louvre Museum18 min walk
Palais Garnier19 min walk
Paris (LBG-Le Bourget)28 min drive

Rooms & beds

4 bedrooms (sleeps 8)

Guest Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed

Guest Bedroom 3

1 Queen Bed

Guest Bedroom 4 (relaxation room)

1 Double Sofa Bed

Master Bedroom

1 Queen Bed

3 bathrooms, 1 half bathroom

En-Suite Master Bathroom

Soap · Towels provided · Bathtub or shower · Bathtub · Toilet · Shampoo · Hair dryer

Ground Floor Bathroom

Soap · Towels provided · Toilet · Shower only · Shampoo · Hair dryer

Mezzanine Bathroom

Soap · Towels provided · Toilet · Hair dryer

Relaxation Room with sauna

Soap · Towels provided · Bathtub or shower · Shower only · Shampoo · Hair dryer

Spaces

Porch or lanai

Kitchen

Kitchenette

Balcony

Outdoor play area

Dining Area

About this property

Unique Luxury Designer Loft - 300m2 - Louvre, Paris - Full Air-conditioning

Fully Air-Conditioned (2023)

PLEASE ENQUIRE: for quotes for events or à la carte rentals.

An award-winning property, the Luxury Designer Loft was voted by the Observer and Marie Claire Magazine as one of the top ten best rental apartments in Europe. The Loft has been featured in several international Interior Design documentaries (HGTV; Interiors; Maison 5) and many international Interior Design magazines and publications.

“The Luxury Designer Loft is one of those places you never want to leave. Prices vary depending on the season and length of stay, but whatever the rate, it’s worth every euro.” Laith Al-Kaisy – The Review

“My vision was to create a unique living space in the heart of Paris, offering style with privacy and real volume to guests who might otherwise be cramped into the confines of a hotel room – no matter how luxurious” Julie McIvor, Owner

A Unique Living Space.
Offering the comfort and attention to detail of a top hotel, yet the full privacy and tranquility of a residential space, the Luxury Designer Loft offers a stylish and personalised way to experience the real Paris.

We pride ourselves in being thoughtful and ensuring that you have all you require to make your trip confortable and memorable!

Blending History with Modernity.
Originally a 19th Century Printing House built by Gustave Eiffel (later used by the Resistance to print their papers in secret), the Luxury Designer Loft combines modern, luminous, open space with original Parisian architectural design elements.

Guests' favorite features include:
- Gustave Eiffel wrought iron beams
- floating passageways
- 8m (26 ft) ceilings
- a double-height cathedral window flooding the property with natural daylight
- artist murals paying tribute to the original printing house and its artistic signature
- a gym & relaxation room featuring an original 1st Century Roman wall (identified to be the original perimeter wall of 'Lutetia', later to become 'Paris', built by the first Roman settlers).

In the Heart of Paris.
The Luxury Designer Loft is located in Quartier Montorgueil, a surprisingly calm haven right in centre of Paris and only a short walk from the Louvre, the Marais and many other popular sites. Guests love Montorgueil for its authentic Parisian charm and architecture; its diverse restaurants, cafés and bars; its wonderful range of fresh produce, patisseries, wine merchants and chocolate houses; its warm and friendly atmosphere where visitors are welcomed and find their place like local Parisians!

Business and Pleasure.
Combine business trips with pleasure. The Luxury Designer Loft's state of the art facilities combine full support for professionals with spacious overnight accommodation. The Loftfactory is also adaptable for a wide range of commercial and event rentals such as weddings, showrooms, cocktails, dinners, press events, seminars, photo-shoots and work-shops (please enquire for further details and rates).

Living Spaces
2 complementary lounges designed to accompany you throughout your stay: one in the main volume of the Loft and another more intimate space on the upper level under the skylights. Relax. Entertain. Drink afternoon tea or apertifs. Watch movies (on a cinema screen). Enjoy after dinner relaxing.

Open Dining and Kitchen Space
A dining table for up to 8 persons (larger groups possible) and a kitchen island designed to sit around while preparing food or drinks. Remain part of the group discussion and toast with an aperitif while you prepare the family meal. The Luxury Designer Loft is perfect for Birthdays and Anniversaries. We can arrange for a top chef to prepare you a tailor made meal or arrange for a wine tasting with gastronomic bites.

4 Queen Bedrooms:
Depending on your personal requirements we can prepare up to 4 Queen bedrooms including a master bedroom with its own furnished balcony and en suite bathroom with sunken bath and rain shower.

Gym and relaxation room:
This unique space surrounded by an original 1st Century Roman wall, offers well being and relaxation. Equipped with Sauna, Hydro-jet massage shower, multi-gym, free weights, yoga mats and home cinema and music system.

3.5 bathrooms:
Includes: Ground floor shower room with toilet; Master bathroom with sunken bath, shower and toilet; Lower floor gym shower and sauna; Upper floor half bathroom with toilet.

Terrace: Furnished terrace includes two bistro tables with chairs for breakfast of aperitifs outside.

Highlights. Our Guests' favorite features and feedback:

"Montorgueil Village and central location"
Contrasting with the calm haven of the Loft situated in a peaceful private courtyard, a few steps away is the heart of a charming and lively neighbourhood full of diverse restaurants, cocktail bars and fresh local delights. Montorgueil offers an authentic Parisian experience and perfect accessibility to Paris's favorite addresses.

"Incredible volumes and space":
'There is nothing like this space' said one of our returning guests.
263m2 of well planned space that despite its Eiffel architectural features and 8 m high ceilings, remains incredibly warm and cosy.

'It feels like our second home!'
Two complimentary, spacious lounges and well designed common areas allow groups or families to relax in comfort.

"Sauna and Gym" (multi-gym + elliptical) with multi-jet hydro-massage shower and yoga mats

"Air conditioning" - a state of the art system that maintains inside temperatures as desired all year around.

"Stylish Master bedroom with private terrace" and en suite bathroom with sunken bath and rain shower

"Giant 4m (12 ft) Movie Screen and home cinema"
"Prime Cable channels in multi-language"
"2 flat screen TVs with DVD players including one in a ‘den’ for the kids to enjoy in their own space’
"High-Speed WiFi"
"American refrigerator with plenty of space for local produce"
"Balcony with palm trees and bistro tables for breakfast or aperitif"

What some of our guests say:

Tim, Los Angeles:
"I was sitting here reminiscing about what a lovely time we had at your place. I have stayed at many rentals in Mexico and throughout the US, and your place was not only lovely and comfortable, but it lived up to what you advertise on the web. Most places I have stayed in do not. You are to be commended for that! Hope your holiday's are great!

Jennifer, Sydney: Our stay in Paris has been remarkable! The location of the Loft in Montorgueil, so close to Le Marais and to the Louvre gave us easy access to what felt like the whole of central Paris! The comforts of the beautifully designed property made the whole trip a complete delight. We're coming back!

Stephane, France: Thank you very much!!! We were so happy to have a wonderful place to celebrate my husband's 60th birthday with all our family and kids. It's wonderful! You did a great job! We loved the decoration and the architecture. Very much like home. Very cosy. Very warm. Very nice. Hope to see you again soon!

Jessica, US: Just to let you know that everything went very well at the Loft during Christmas. It was a fabulous place and very well equipped. The owner couldn't have been nicer and more helpful. Many thanks as well for the beautiful Xmas tree. Everything was perfect and we all had a wonderful Christmas, especially our kids who loved all the video/music features of the Loft! Thanks again!

Property manager

Julie McIvor

Premier Host

Languages

English, French

Amenities

Kitchen

Washer

Dryer

Pet-friendly

Free WiFi

Air conditioning

Kitchen

Washer

Dryer

Pet-friendly

House Rules

Check in after 3:00 PM

Minimum age to rent: 30

Check out before 10:00 AM

Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17

Events

Events allowed: family gatherings and weddings

Enquire for rates No dancing parties/loud music

Pets

Pets allowed: dogs less than 22 lbs per pet (limit one pet total)

Enquiries for pets are reviewed case by case.

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

There are allocated outdoor smoking areas.

Final check-in schedule must be confirmed based on availability of cleaning team. We have high cleaning standards to maintain.

No festive or dancing parties of ANY kind. Our property is located in a family co-op and we ask our guests to respect the tranquility of our building.

Pls enquire for events Credits are possible for cancellation depending on terms Minimum renter age 30 yrs

Damage and incidentals

You will be responsible for any damage to the rental property caused by you or your party during your stay.

Important information

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy

Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges

Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed

Long-term renters welcome

Host has indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property

Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property

Safety features at this property include a first aid kit and a deadlock

Property registration number 7510201582418

We should mention

A car is not required for transport to and from this property

About the area

Paris

Located in Paris, this vacation home is in the city center. Louvre Museum and Palais Garnier are cultural highlights, and some of the area's popular attractions include Luxembourg Gardens and Tuileries Garden. Looking to enjoy an event or a game? See what's going on at Bercy Arena or Stade de France. Motor boating offers a great chance to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with hiking and cycling nearby.

Paris, Île-de-France

What's nearby

Rue de Rivoli - 10 min walk
Centre Pompidou - 11 min walk
Louvre Museum - 18 min walk
Palais Garnier - 19 min walk
Notre-Dame - 5 min drive

Getting around

Sentier Station - 1 min walk
Châtelet-Les Halles Station - 9 min walk
Paris Orly Airport (ORY) - 32 min drive

Restaurants

McDonald's - 1 min walk
Starbucks - 1 min walk
Starbucks Petits Carreaux - 1 min walk
Hoppy Corner - 1 min walk
Breizh Café Montorgueil - 1 min walk

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9.8/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

10/10 Excellent

Andrew S., Terrigal

29 Sept 2023

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Excellent

The apartment was fantastic

Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Rebecca S.

18 Apr 2024

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

What a trip!

We had an incredible stay at the Loft a couple of weeks ago - to the point where we keep saying, was that a dream?! My husband and I traveled to Paris with two other couples from different parts of the US and we were looking for a place with enough space where we didn’t feel like we were on top of each other. The Loft was perfect. It was quiet, but in the heart of everything, and was comfortable while having more than enough room for all of us. The neighborhood was the cherry on top, with more cafes and shops than you can count, just a block away. We joked that we could have stayed in our neighborhood and never left. Julie was an incredible host from the start. Her communication was superb and she went the extra mile to make sure we were comfortable and had what we needed. We really hope to go back some day!

Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

anne w.

5 Jan 2024

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Amazing Property and Host in Fabulous Location!

We enjoyed our month staying in Julie's gorgeous Loftfactory and it was beyond fabulous. We had different groups of friends coming for a week at a time and every guest was blown away by the beauty of the flat and wonderful location. As an introvert, I was worried folks would be on top of each other but there was ample room for everyone to have their own space when needed and plenty of room for all 8 of us to gather together comfortably. Julie was the most fabulous host we have ever experienced. Once she learned our guest rotation, she offered to have her cleaning crew come in to change sheets and linens which was great. Anytime I had a question including the nearest Post Office, she responded right away. My husband wanted to join a gym and she recommended the one across the street which was great for him. She was very attentive to our needs and communication was great. She arranged for Chef Olivier to cook a few fabulous meals at the flat which was wonderful. Highly recommend. The flat location was on a quiet street with fabulous restaurants just a 5 minute walk away. We had the best of all worlds. Easy walk to the Monoprix, bakeries, cheese shops, etc. Easy walk to the sights as well as multiple metro stops. Checking in was easy, Julie was waiting for us at the flat and went over the appliances, lights and movie screen with us. She provided great directions from Gare de Lyon and to the location. Awesome host and flat, can't recommend highly enough!

Stayed 23 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Lisa J.

14 Sept 2023

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Experience Paris

This was the perfect location for my family for an 11 day stay in Paris! It more than adequately accommodated the seven of us. My mom has Parkinson’s so there was a perfect room on the first floor for her and her husband. We had two teenagers, both 16 years old, 22-year-old son and me and my husband. The large open floor plan plus four bedrooms provided plenty of space for the seven of us. Location was amazing, about two blocks from a wonderful street with markets and cafés. We enjoy walking and the location was about a 15 minute walk to the Louvre. We also walked to the Seine, Saint-Germain-des-Prés and Latin Quarter. On a separate day, we walked to Palace Garnier. My mom was able to do the walk to the Louvre. The property was extremely clean and had at least two cleaning services while we were there. Kitchen was very well stocked with coffee and for cooking. We even had chef Oliver come cook for us one evening, which was amazing! Julie and her family who offer the property were so kind and helpful with planning some of our experiences, we did a day trip to London and another to Mont St. Michel. I would definitely stay here again. It felt like a home in Paris. ❤️🇫🇷

Stayed 11 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Katie T., California, USA

5 July 2023

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Plenty of Space for A Large Group

Lovely stay at The Loft. We were a group of 7 (including two small children) traveling to visit family so specifically looking for a space that would allow us to stretch out as well as room to host family. The Loft absolutely delivered on space, we never felt like we didn’t have enough room to take time to ourselves or host additional family which is a luxury in most French apartments. The space was clean, provided all the amenities expected and thoughtfully laid out. Julie was an exceptional host who was always available and had many recommendations. Although we did not take advantage, she offered concierge services such as transportation and private chef catered meals which was appreciated. As a parent of a small child (10 months at the time) I will say some aspects of the home were a little difficult to navigate (staircases and varying levels of the floor such as stepping up to get into kitchen) and do not think I would stay again with children of that age however this had nothing to do with the home itself as it was wonderful. We would absolutely stay again (especially now that the kids are older) and highly recommend Julie and her property.

Stayed 5 nights in Nov 2022

About the host

Hosted by Julie McIvor

I am Scottish, born in Edinburgh and have lived in Paris for over 26 years!

I have family far afield in Argentina, Canada and New Zealand & my husband is French Canadian, born in Montreal. I enjoy meeting people from different countries and cultures and sharing with them my love for Paris and its many treasures!

My background in design and luxury marketing gave me a keen eye for detail and helped me to think of the personal touches that could make a real difference to someone’s stay in Paris. I have have tried to think of all the indispensable amenities to make it not only a stylish, but a comfortable home for my guests.

I think that a trip to a destination should be exceptional and hold lasting memories - I try to contribute to this in every way I can.

Why they chose this property

I have lived in Montorgueil - my favorite neighborhood by far in Paris - for the past 13 years.

I love the fact that Montorgueil is a self-contained pedestrian village right in the heart of Paris. It still retains its original signature cobbled marble streets and hosts some of Paris's oldest architecture. It is so full of character and charm, blending modernity with Parisian tradition and history.

The ambiance is lively and there is a great diversity of dining available in Montorgueil - including some Michelin star restaurants. The restaurant on the corner of our street, The Rocher de Cancale, is listed as Paris's first ever restaurant and is preserved today just as when it was first built.

When I first moved to Paris I stumbled across and fell in love with a rare 19th Century Printing House built by Gustave Eiffel which was hidden away in a private courtyard, in need of much love. Although it was a huge undertaking to transform this 300m2 (3300 square feet) into a modern home, giving life to this space once again was one of the most soul warming projects I have ever undertaken.

I love the combination of old and new, and wanted to underline the history infused in this building and bring this to life through the renovation.

During the works, we discovered a hidden room - a basement enclosed by a 1st Century Roman wall, which we later discovered to be the original perimeter wall of Lutece (the Roman settlement later to become Paris)! The Town Hall conducted an archeological dig and found many historical artefacts dating back to this time. A journalist later told us that her grandfather had worked in this building when it was a printing house during the war and that this space had been used by the Resistance at that time to print their newspapers in secret!

This space was transformed into our gym and relaxation room, with the Roman wall preserved and visible.

Paris is filled with historical monuments and stories, waiting to be discovered.

What makes this property unique

The historical and architectural features that are the soul of the Luxury Designer Loft, were a spring board for designing its unique volumes. Inspired by the Cafe Beaubourg beside the Pompidou centre, the Loft incorporates floating passageways so you can experience the space from every perspective.

I deliberately chose a minimalistic, modern architectural style to bring out all the original features of this historical building. The eye is drawn to follow the dramatic wrought iron beams showcasing Gustav Eiffel's identifiable signature that we recognise from the Eiffel tower.

To preserve the dramatic volumes, I created a Loft style space with open living areas benefiting from the dramatic high 8 metre (26 foot) ceilings. A double-height cathedral window dominates the main room flooding it with light. Wherever you are in the Loft, you stay wonderfully connected to these volumes.

I worked with artists to incorporate original art into some of the walls, adding contemporary design features and bringing warmth and touches of colour to the Printing House. The main living room mural tells the story of the original printing house and includes a tribute to the Resistance, the original residents.

Most of all I love the complete calm of the Loft. The property is a rare haven of tranquility. It is hard to imagine that just two minutes walk away is the heart of the bustling Montorgueil village.

I live right around the corner from the Loft so I welcome all my guests personally and can give detailed guidance and recommendations about this wonderful and welcoming neighborhood. My guests always tell me that they feel like they have experience Paris as a Parisian after getting to know Montorgueil.