Château de Vincennes

😊: We appreciated the location of the apartment, which is very convenient for public transport (metro and train station) and well served by supermarkets and various shops. The area itself is also quiet, well-kept, and seems safe. 😢: However, our overall experience was seriously affected by several negative aspects. The most serious issue was the condition of the bed. Upon arrival, it was dirty, and the sheets did not look clean at all. While changing the sheets, we also found an insect inside the bed, which is absolutely unacceptable. Two of the pillows had no pillowcases, and the others were completely worn out and uncomfortable. The bed was so unhygienic and uninviting that we had to go to IKEA to buy bedding ourselves just to be able to sleep comfortably during our stay. The bathroom, especially the shower, was also in poor condition. At first, we thought there was mold and tried to clean it with bleach, but it turned out to be black, deteriorated silicone. In any case, the overall appearance was very neglected and not hygienic. Another issue concerns both privacy and comfort. The shutters cannot be fully opened, and since there are no curtains, people passing by can see directly inside. The apartment is slightly below street level, so pedestrians are practically right next to the windows. This also limits air circulation, making the apartment—especially the sleeping area—warm and uncomfortable. Finally, we found it unacceptable that basic essentials such as toilet paper and cutlery were missing, forcing us to purchase them ourselves. In conclusion, the apartment has potential thanks to its location, but in its current condition we cannot consider our stay satisfactory. We strongly recommend that the owners significantly improve cleanliness, maintenance, and basic amenities, as these aspects heavily impact the overall guest experience..

😊: Location was great. Amazing area. Fairly cheap.. 😢: The entrance to the apartment is fairly grim. For a self catering option, there wasn’t a single piece of cutlery or utensil to cook or eat in the apartment. We had to go to the supermarket down the street (G20)to buy wooden disposables. No rubbish bin. Or notes of where to dispose once bag filled. The rain shower didn’t work so had to use handheld, which had a split in the hose. The TV in the bedroom had been smashed. It’s ground floor apt so when you open the shutters the apartment is very much on view to the general public. It’s really really small. Like you almost have to plan your next move and navigate the apartment with strategy. There’s definitely been an animal on the sofa as both took turns to sleep on the sofa bed and had an allergic reaction each time..