The Parisian Getaway (Downtown)

Escape to "Le Petit Paris", our charming Parisian style one-bedroom retreat, nestled in downtown St. John's. This whimsical hideaway promises an enchanting stay, ideal for those seeking a blend of old Newfoundland charm (with its 1900s original fireplaces) and chic Parisian elegance. With one King size bed and one queen size pullout bed, this apartment can sleep 4 guests, perfect for couples or small groups eager to explore the vibrant culture and picturesque scenery of downtown St. John's. The space This building was built in the 1900s by a wealthy businessman in St. John's as a family mansion. Subsequently, it was purchased to be Lorraine Lush School of Business (this school went bankrupt and collapsed later on, leaving hundreds of students, staff and creditors high and dry. At its most successful, it had 3,000 students at 15 branches in Newfoundland, Nova Scotia, and southern Ontario, and planed to expand into other provinces). In 1980s, a well known real estate developer named Jerry Kirkland converted the school into a 5-unit apartment building which is the original shape of the current building. The building has gone through extensive renovation/restoration to be brought up to the current building codes and to maintain some of its original charms. Other things to note This apartment is one of the two Airbnb apartments in the same building. Both apartments are standalone one-bedroom units , and can each accommodate up to four guests. Once rented together, they can sleep eight people in total. Registration Details 6033