A charming guest house in a garden 500m from Paris

We were in Paris during the worst heat wave! But the cottage had A/C and it worked great! Dominique was a joy to work with and she trusted us with her house keys to come and go at will. We felt safe in the neighborhood and market days in the village, Malakoff, were super! The kitchen had everything needed. The only thing I missed was a clothes dryer. We had a wonderful time in Paris!! Mercie

We love staying in this garden cottage in Malakoff. I fact, this was our second stay. We especially enjoyed the garden terrace on this visit. The air conditioning worked great and was welcome in the recent heat wave. The kitchen has everything you need to cook at home. Restaurants and shops within walking distance. Easy walk to the tram or metro. We also enjoyed pleasant conversations with our hostess.

Property was well kept and had plenty of room for my niece and me. The location was close enough to public transportation for us to go into Paris without a hassle. The hostess was helpful and charming. She provided breakfast for us, as well. Would stay here again.

The house was lovely and just as described. Even though we had some clouds and rain, the house was bright and cheerful. It was delightful meeting Dominique - she is kind and thoughtful, and made my stay a wonderful experience.

My husband and I spent a week in Dominique’s lovely garden house, which was immaculately clean, spacious, quiet and very comfortable with a well-appointed kitchen. The garden is truly an oasis. The AC was appreciated during a few hot days in Paris. Having a washer was a bonus, and the drying racks provided were handy. Dominique was very responsive to communications, very welcoming and provided lots of information on using public transit, etc. We arrived at Gare du Nord and took a taxi to her home, which I highly recommend unless you are familiar with the Paris transit systems. Cost was about 45 euros. Well worth it! There aren’t many restaurants nearby, but there are a Monoprix and a farmers market (Wed, Sat, Sun) very close by. Access to public transit is good, but note it is a ten or fifteen walk to the nearest bus, metro or tram. Once getting acquainted with the various transit options, getting around Paris and surrounding areas was quite easy. We’re both in our mid-70s and managed just fine. We highly recommend Dominique’s for your stay.

An absolutely perfect spot from which to explore if you wish, stay there and surround yourself with natural beauty if you prefer a low key vacation. Madame Dominique’s mile and manner are among the best. We loved every minute.

In May, we had the pleasure of staying at Dominique’s charming cottage—a perfectly cozy retreat for our party of two. The lush garden became our little sanctuary, ideal for savoring a morning coffee or simply soaking up the warm sunlight. Malakoff itself was a delightful surprise—vibrant, diverse, and navigable, with friendly locals who made us feel welcome. The town had everything we needed, from restaurants and boulangeries to grocery stores and banks. It was refreshing to be just outside the bustling heart of Paris, offering a peaceful escape from the tourist crowds while still remaining connected. The cottage was conveniently located—a five-minute walk to bus stops leading into the city and only twenty minutes from the main train station. Dominique was a fantastic host, offering great restaurant recommendations and even helping us track down a store in Paris for specialty plates. If you're looking for a comfortable, well-situated stay, I highly recommend this lovely home.

Madame Cordesse and her lovely homes were more than I could imagine. We loved our stay and the quiet neighborhood. I felt as if I lived there, it was wonderful!

My wife and I recently enjoyed a 2-week stay in this charming rental property in Malakoff, just outside of Paris, very close to the 14th arrondissement. The apartment is actually a separate, independent cottage situated in a garden behind the house of the property owner, Madame Dominique Cordesse, on the rue Vincent Moris. We could not have imagined a more idyllic, peaceful and relaxing setting. Each morning we were greeted by the fragrant aroma of the roses and jasmine that surround the cottage, and by the melodic chirping of songbirds. The cottage itself is very clean, nicely furnished and equipped with all the modern amenities. In order to enter or exit the cottage from the street, it is necessary to pass through the property owner’s home, but we did not consider this to be an inconvenience at all. The owner/hostess is a gracious, kind and fascinating woman whom we came to admire and adore during our brief stay, and we look forward to a return visit someday. À la prochaine, Dominique! Mitchell and Dee Bitting Daytona Beach, Florida

Loved our stay at Dominique’s cottage. Everything was perfect. Very clean. A nice welcome basket. Decorated beautifully with original artwork. Enough space for three adults. You do have to walk through the owners home to get to your cottage. It wasn’t a problem. It was nice to see Dominique and chat with her. We are ready to book another stay here.