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Wednesday, 4 May 2011

paris...behind closed doors


The private courtyard at Le Hotel Duc de Saint Simon...a home away from home in the 7th arrondissement..
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29 comments:

  1. Ann4 May 2011 at 07:57

    Oh wow! I sure won't mind spending a couple of hours in there ♥

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  2. Concrete Jungle4 May 2011 at 08:53

    It remains one of the nicest spots to stay in Paris...I hate to confess the first time we stayed there was in 1988! Just a lovely little gem.

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  3. Ivana4 May 2011 at 09:01

    Ooh, I so LOVE your photos! They are so beautiful, inspiring, and they make me travel back to Paris in my memories, again and again!

    Thank you, Vicki!!!

    xx Ivana

    http://styleinthecityen.blogspot.com

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  4. Porchlight Interiors4 May 2011 at 11:06

    This looks like the perfect spot for lunch! I have been loving all of your Paris posts Vicki...I'm feeling the need for another visit! Tracey xx

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  5. Angie Muresan4 May 2011 at 11:08

    I could spend my day in there. Lovely.

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  6. La Petite Gallery4 May 2011 at 11:51

    God willing if I get back to Paris I will go there.
    It has such ambience, love french doors, columns and pretty awnings with logo. High style.

    yvonne

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  7. Francine Gardner4 May 2011 at 12:06

    I love this little hotel and stayed there many times.

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  8. Dianne4 May 2011 at 12:21

    Bonjour Vicki - the 7th is a great area - I love the lamp-lights through the French doors - very pretty.

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  9. Unknown4 May 2011 at 12:43

    Charming spot. That is probably the biggest curiosity about walking around in Paris. What is behind those gigantic gorgeous doors? Thanks for the peek.

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  10. Luciane at HomeBunch.com4 May 2011 at 12:51

    Yes! A perfect spot!

    Thank you for sharing it.

    Have a beautiful day!

    xo

    Luciane at HomeBunch.com

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  11. cathypentonatelier4 May 2011 at 12:55

    I am counting the days till we come back....So many changes lately I think I need an adventure in Paris again, it feels like so long ago and it was only 6 months....

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  12. Natalia | Look-A-Porter4 May 2011 at 13:15

    What a perfect secret destination...

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  13. A Gift Wrapped Life4 May 2011 at 13:24

    And it was my perfect little home for those 10 days...........feeling downright nostalgic. Much love XO

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  14. quintessence4 May 2011 at 14:11

    Oh how beautiful!! I hope I can remember this for when I take my next trip to Paris!! Delightful!!

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  15. Claudia4 May 2011 at 14:30

    Inviting...

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  16. I Dream Of4 May 2011 at 14:49

    What a lovely hideaway. Wish I was there right now. I'm so enjoying this virtual trip to Paris, Vicki! Merci.
    Jeanne

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  17. la la Lovely4 May 2011 at 15:37

    So serene. My friends are in Paris this week.... I've sent a little spending money with them and I can't wait to see what they bring back. My mind is def on all things Paris today!
    xo trina

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  18. Gigi Thibodeau4 May 2011 at 16:09

    What a perfect hideaway! And to answer your question: asymmetrical--almost always. :)

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  19. FrenchBlue4 May 2011 at 16:22

    What a beautiful little hideway!
    xxx's

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  20. peggy braswell4 May 2011 at 16:38

    loving all your images+seeing Paris, Vicki. xxpeggybraswelldesign.com

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  21. The French Hutch4 May 2011 at 16:52

    How I would love to spend a week there........Looks like the perfect quiet escape after a busy day seeing favorite places in Paris. I'll have to look it up when we plan our next trip there, and (yay) it may be soon.
    Hope your trip is great!

    ~Emily
    The French Hutch

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  22. Jeanne Henriques4 May 2011 at 17:32

    Duly noted and on it's way to Mr. H.
    Thank you!!

    Jeanne xx

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  23. Unknown4 May 2011 at 17:47

    Love secret spots in any city! The are always like a brand new discovery! Love that one too!
    We are done with the new walkway! Wanna have a look?
    : )

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  24. Amy4 May 2011 at 19:26

    Do they need a harpist to play for their dinners? I'm there!

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  25. Allie4 May 2011 at 21:15

    What a delightful space to meet friends for a drink. The bistro chairs are lovely too.

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  26. Jacqueline @ HOME4 May 2011 at 23:15

    Hi Vicki,
    Well, Le Hotel Duc de Saint Simon looks wonderful and a lovely space to linger a while. What a gorgeous courtyard.
    So sorry that I haven't been around for a while. Blogger sent me to Coventry for quite a while but, seems to be my friend again. Let's hope it lasts !! I hope that you are enjoying the same glorious weather that we are at the moment. XXXX

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  27. Anonymous5 May 2011 at 02:24

    A hideaway indeed. I hope to find a few of these here and there. x

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  28. Dana5 May 2011 at 03:24

    This photo brought back wonderful memories! A charming little hotel in a great location - I can't wait to return!

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  29. Huff Harrington 12 May 2011 at 19:20

    This is one of our favorite places to stay in Paris! So glad other people know about this hidden treasure.

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