La Maison Bleue is in the middle of Colmar’s Little Venice and at the very center of a magical experience. With the boats moving by in the canal with visitors marveling at this and the surrounding homes, there is a great feeling of comfort in knowing that this special place is your home for a short time. The old city is quite beautiful and this home’s character in the center of it all is extraordinary. Brigitte and Christian could not be kinder. The apartment, on the first floor of the house, is well equipped, even including homemade marmalade. The Kempfs had us drive to their home so that they could guide us through some city construction to the apartment. They were available any time if needed. It was simply 10 days of magic.

Hosts were friendly and helpful. Picked us up and dropped us off at the train. Left some treats and supplies. Very clean and well equipped.Location on “Little Venice” was relaxing and easy walking distance to everything.

We loved our stay. Brigette and Christian are the sweetest two people we have met. Their home is ideally located in the Petite Venice part of Colmar. The house is authentic, on the canal, and one of the many photographic sights of Colmar. The house is as pictured but exudes so much more charm and personality than a photo can convey. The location is close to a hordes of restaurants. The house provides a soothing haven from the tourists without leaving the center of activity. I wholeheartedly recommend this home. You will have an excellent stay. Thank you Brigette and Christian for everything- the pickup snd return to the train station, and the goodies you left for us. An excellent stay with outstanding hosts.

I’ve stayed at quite a few places and this one is probably my most favorite of all. The pictures show the beauty of of the house and area but can’t capture how magical it is. What took our experience over the top was how helpful and kind Brigitte and Christian were. This place is truly a gem and we hope to return one day!

Accommodating arrival and departure from train station. Tranquil escape from the hyper-tourism of Petit Venise. Perfect base for touring Colmar.

Brigitte and Chris are friendly and nice and go out of the way to help you enjoy your stay. We had an issue with a train strike and they came to our aid like close friends would. The location is ideal, right on the canal in Petite Venice with a large patio and garden to enjoy your coffee, meal or drink. The clean snd sparkling home has everything you need to enjoy your visit. Everything is available; there is no running to the store 5 minutes after arriving to get some necessity. Next time we visit I want to stay a month. Thanks Brigitte and Chris.

The property was perfect for our two week stay in Colmar. We used it for our base to visit the Alsace region with a car and took the train also. Everything we needed was provided for in the apartment and more. Brigitte and Christian were very kind and helpful. We loved meeting and talking with them.

Accommodating arrival and departure from train station. Tranquil escape from the hyper-tourism of Petit Venise. Perfect base for touring Colmar.

The property was perfect for our two week stay in Colmar. We used it for our base to visit the Alsace region with a car and took the train also. Everything we needed was provided for in the apartment and more. Brigitte and Christian were very kind and helpful. We loved meeting and talking with them.

The location is PERFECT! The apartment has everything you need for a comfortable stay and I loved how it was in the town center, by all the Christmas markets, and what a great price!

The location is PERFECT! The apartment has everything you need for a comfortable stay and I loved how it was in the town center, by all the Christmas markets, and what a great price!

Brigitte and Christian's place is perfect! It is right in the old town of Colmar - we could watch the children sing Christmas songs in their barges on the canal right from the kitchen window! An easy walk to everything. Very clean, very cozy, very pleasant. Plus Brigitte and Christian were kind enough to pick us up at the station and explain how to work things at the apartment. This is one of the best VBRO experiences I have ever had

I could write a long list of all the wonderful treasures received from our stay at Maison Bleue, creating sweet memories of our vacation. The house was magical, perfectly located. Open to the canal, but private. Decorated in the custom of the area. Thoughtful amenities, everything you would want for a comfortable stay. Very clean. Our host and hostess were gracious and kindly picked us up at the train station and took us there when it was time to leave. If you are looking for a fairy tale holiday, this is it. Shayoiya de la Tour

My daughter and I fell in love with Maison Bleue. Brigitte and Christian were all smiles when they picked us up at the train station. They drove us right to the house. At first we thought it was just a hall plus a bedroom and bathroom...but no...Christian led us into a sitting room with TV and then a little office with a door and view of the charming patio...lastly the kitchen with a view of the bridge over the river. The bridge was decked out in red geraniums which were mirrored in the water below. The perfect photo spot especially when the swans swam by. Brigitte had home made jam for us for our morning bread. Yummy too. They were both helpful in suggesting the hop on and hop off bus to some of the outlying towns along the wine road. They pointed out a couple of good restaurants too. At the end of our stay they came to collect our luggage and keep it till we were ready to catch the train to Paris. They were right on time to meet us at the station. They are a lovely couple who did everything imaginable to make out stay extra nice and comfy. We hated to depart but if we ever go back to Colmar we will stay at the Maison Bleue! Next time we would like to be there when it is warm enough to enjoy the pretty patio over looking the bridge and river. We both highly recommend Maison Blue. It was like staying in a fairy tail book story. Merici beaucoup d'avoir rendu notre etat si agreable. Pat Cunningham and CeeCee Stussi

My daughter and I fell in love with Maison Bleue. Brigitte and Christian were all smiles when they picked us up at the train station. They drove us right to the house. At first we thought it was just a hall plus a bedroom and bathroom...but no...Christian led us into a sitting room with TV and then a little office with a door and view of the charming patio...lastly the kitchen with a view of the bridge over the river. The bridge was decked out in red geraniums which were mirrored in the water below. The perfect photo spot especially when the swans swam by. Brigitte had home made jam for us for our morning bread. Yummy too. They were both helpful in suggesting the hop on and hop off bus to some of the outlying towns along the wine road. They pointed out a couple of good restaurants too.At the end of our stay they came to collect our luggage and keep it till we were ready to catch the train to Paris. They were right on time to meet us at the station.They are a lovely couple who did everything imaginable to make out stay extra nice and comfy. We hated to depart but if we ever go back to Colmar we will stay at the Maison Bleue! Next time we would like to be there when it is warm enough to enjoy the pretty patio over looking the bridge and river. We both highly recommend Maison Blue. It was like staying in a fairy tail book story. Merici beaucoup d'avoir rendu notre etat si agreable.Pat Cunningham and CeeCee Stussi

We were very impressed with the flat. It could not have been more perfect. The location excellent, right in the old part of town. The kitchen was well equipped and we were greeted with a few treats. Brigitte and Christian were very nice as well. I would recommend this location.

We were very impressed with the flat. It could not have been more perfect. The location excellent, right in the old part of town. The kitchen was well equipped and we were greeted with a few treats. Brigitte and Christian were very nice as well. I would recommend this location.

I stayed in Colmar for 5 nights in early June and couldn't have been happier with my choice of rental flat. Brigitte was incredibly responsive and helpful in our messages before my trip, and she and Christian were generous enough to offer to pick me up and drop me back off at the nearby train station at the start and end of my stay. The property itself was spacious and as described in the listing, and I was perfectly comfortable during my time there. The bed is comfortable, the bathtub was wonderful to have for a soak after long days filled with walking, the kitchen was well-appointed. But my personal favorite (and main reason I chose this property) was the private garden patio directly on the canal. I never used the living room in the apartment because (except for one day with bad weather) I spent the majority of my waking time at the apartment sitting outside - having coffee, reading, eating, or just soaking up the surroundings. It's a beautiful private setting, and you can watch the boats and ducks go by. Outside your front door - what an ideal location if you're interested in spending most of your time in Old Town Colmar! The picturesque bridge is steps from your front door, and there are countless restaurants and shops available within steps. The covered market is just a couple blocks away, and there's a Casino grocery a few minutes further. Keep walking and you find even more streets filled with more shopping and more delicious food options. As a female solo traveler, feeling safe is incredibly important and I always felt secure at this property. There's a locked door at street entry, and another key for the apartment. The windows are secure and there's a gate you can lower for the back patio door. And even with the canal, bridge, and a couple of restaurants right outside/next door, it was never too noisy or intrusive when you were inside. For a solo traveler or small group, I can't recommend this property strongly enough! Again, Brigitte and Christian were wonderful hosts and I was perfectly at home in the flat. If I ever travel to the Alsace region again, I'll definitely check to see if I can stay here again!

We had the best time staying in this gorgeous apartment. The location is amazing. You literally step out the front door into the cobbled streets. You have a lovely little courtyard which looks out onto the beautiful old houses and bridge. Bridgette was very helpful. She saved us a car park and we found is really easy to get a park when we went out. I couldn’t recommend this place more highly. It really exceeded our expectations.

Not only is this apartment in a perfect location for exploring Colmar on foot, it has a special feeling that reflects the town's spirit and ambience. And what made our stay even nicer was the wonderful hospitality that the hosts, Brigitte and Christian, showed us--picking us up and dropping us off at the train station, leaving treats for us in the kitchen upon our arrival, making the booking process as smooth as possible, and answering our questions before and during our stay. We thoroughly enjoyed our time in the apartment and on the patio, exploring and dining in Colmar, and sightseeing on our day trip along the Route des Vins, despite some cooler weather than we expected. All in all, our stay was everything we hoped it would be, and we thank Brigitte and Christian for helping to make our visit so wonderful. We highly recommend this apartment to any couple that plans to visit this enchanting town and area.

If you are looking for an authentic experience, la Maison Bleue is the place to come. The home has modern conveniences, especially the kitchen, yet when you sit on the patio by the canal, watching the boatsand swans float by, You will feel you’re in a time gone by. Everything is clean and well cared for in the house, the garden is beautiful, and the cherry tomatoes delicious. Brigitte is helpful and picked us up at the train which is, however, only about a 15 minute walk to the house. Next-door is a good restaurant and another across the canal. The bathroom is not quite modern as the tub is too high, but the shower works well. Momoprix is a good grocery. From the train station, You can catch a bus to the villages, but get a schedule at the train station first to figure out the times. You can hop on and off the bus for one fare, so you see more than one village. This was preferable to us for two reasons: 1. no car rental needed 2. buses drive all around each village, so you can see them. Riquevihr also Has a little white tourist train that takes you into the vineyards above the village – splendid views. In Colmar you can walk everywhere in the Old town and Petite Venise. We are an active retired couple but were able to navigate this trip without a guide, tour, or a car. One week is enough time here in Colmar and the villages. We flew into Zürich from the US.

As other reviews have indicated, this is a wonderful property in a marvelous location. The lovely Brigitte and Christian met us at the train station, which is not a long walk from the Maison Bleu but since it was raining when we arrived, this was a real benefit! The location really can't be beaten. It's wonderful to be staying in one of the 15th-century Petite Venise houses that all the tourists are taking pictures of. There is a pretty fountain outside the front door and a canal behind the apartment, on which boats filled with tourists float by. Despite being right in the midst of things (two restaurants are right next to the apartment), it was much quieter than we expected, and felt quite private, which was very nice when we settled down in the garden for a glass of wine in the evenings. Brigitte and Christian were wonderful hosts, and even located a fan for us to use in the bedroom at night, since it was hot when we arrived. My wife and I had a truly magical stay here and would happily go back!

Maison Blue is a pretty, traditional home with a private courtyard overlooking the canal. Christian and Brigitte met us when we arrived and showed us round this well equipped and very comfortable apartment. It’s situated in the perfect position to explore Colmars old town and canals with it’s beautiful buildings, many restaurants and shops. It’s the ideal base to explore the Alsace Wine Route and surrounding villages, also it’s only a short drive to the Black Forest. Christian and Brigitte are the perfect hosts and are only a phone call away should you need any help or advice, we would highly recommend the Maison Blue and will hopefully go back and stay there again in the future

La Maison Bleue, what a special place! You have at your disposal a fully equipped, ground-floor apartment in a historic building that is located at the edge of the historic center of Colmar, right on one of Colmar's beautiful canals. Plus, outside your apartment and along the canal you have your own backyard/courtyard space for eating, sunning, or just enjoying the flowers. The apartment is fully equipped with everything you will need to prepare your own meals, including necessary staples such as salt and pepper, cooking oil, coffee, and so on........(My only pet peeve was that there was no really sharp knife.) Plus, you even have a clothes washer and dishwasher at your disposal, should you need either. There is plenty of room for sitting and relaxing, watching tv, or taking advantage of the free wifi. The bedroom is sparsely furnished, but adequate and with a comfortable bed. The bedroom is, however, located on the street side of the apartment so noise from the street may be a bother to some; it wasn't an issue for us. Parking was/is a bit problematic, but available. The pay to park spaces in front of the apartment are generally available, but the maximum time for advance payment is two hours, thus you have to feed the meter several times a day; still not all that expensive and not a horrible bother, especially since there is no charge from 1200 until 1400. We were told that free parking can generally be found in the area for those who are diligent. Brigitte and Christian Kempf are perfect hosts; they meet you and explain everything, and then check to see you off when you leave. I might add that there is a very fine and reasonably priced restaurant and butcher shop right next door, and that there is a woderful boulangerie/patisserie around the corner. In essence, we simply loved La Porte Blue and thoroughly enjoyed our stay in Colmar.

La maison bleue was the perfect place to stay in Colmar. Brigitte and her husband were present for our arrival, giving us a ride both from and to the train (equipped with a car seat for our two-year-old son). There were toys available for our toddler to play with, and the ground-floor apartment was easily accessible and safe for our son. They discreetly dropped off a second set of linens and towels halfway through our three-week stay and even included a second set of toys for our son to play with. When we left, Brigitte had knitted our son a hat and brought him a little fire truck to take with him. The apartment itself and comfortable and well stocked. It feels larger than it is and is divided well, complete with a private outdoor space with a little garden. We looked out the kitchen window to see swans, ducks, and fish in the canal in the mornings. Everyone stops at the bridge to see La Petite Venice, so you feel like you're the local and everyone else is passing by. The Covered Market (open Tues–Sat) was a four-minute walk away, and walking around the town itself was the best part of the trip. The little green train that tours the town is well-worth the 30-minute tour, and the local shopping is fun and charming. This place very quickly became a home away from home, we would gladly return.

La Maison Bleue puts you in the midst of La Petite Venise, the colorful and historic center of Colmar, which itself is situated in the center of Alsace, with villages, cities, castles and abbeys in easy driving distance. The covered market, shops and restaurants are all close at hand. Spacious and photogenic, the apartment embraces a charming garden and patio, perfect for enjoying your glass of local white wine, while watching the little boats go by on the river. La Maison Bleue, which comes well equipped and as described, is graciously presented by your helpful host, with whom all correspondence is easy and smooth. Besides the oft frequented villages of Riquewihr, Kayserberg and Turkheim, we recommend Bergheim, Obernai, Munster and Neuf Brisach, as well as the spectacular raptor bird show by the castle at Kintzheim. Strasbourg, a 30-minute train trip away, is certainly worth a visit or two. We recommend particularly a fall or spring vacation and do ask you host for the free parking map.

We stayed at La Maison Bleu for a week in August. We were kindly welcomed by the owners. La Maison Bleu is located in the lively centre of beautiful Colmar, which is great because all things of interest are within walking distance. The apartment itself was nice, large, very clean and has a nice little patio. We would definitely recommend this place.

We spent two fantastic weeks at Maison Bleue and were delighted. A warm welcome awaited us and we were impressed by the superb situation, right in the centre of Little Venice. The apartment has its own private garden and a very well equipped kitchen, comfortable lounge, delightful bedroom and spacious bathroom. There is no need for a car as the apartment is in the centre of town. A fantastic base to explore Alsace and its wines, foods and products. Don't miss the musee d'Underlinden and the other museums in town. Colmar is a very friendly town and you can be assured of a great welcome there. Our thanks to the owners for allowing us to use their beautiful house and for a perfect holiday. We would unhesitatingly recommend this to our friends looking for a base in Alsace and we are looking forward to our next visit.

Very pleasant and comfortable house with great atmosphere. Owners extremely helpful. Easy access to transport (to visit nearby villages/towns), shops, and restaurants. Altogether, a most enjoyable holiday.

The Blue House in the old part of Colmar was the highlight of our trip to France, facing a town square at the front, and a canal at the back. It was spotlessly clean, spacious and comfortable with every facility one could wish for. It was an excellent location from which to explore Alsace, being an easy walk to the train station and bus stop. It was also very convenient for the local supermarket and baker. The house is situated in a very quiet and peaceful part of Colmar and Colmar itself was an exceptionally beautiful town. Our hosts drove us to and from the train station on arrival and departure which was very generous of them. We especially enjoyed having a garden to relax in and would love to return some day.

Charming gite in prime location La Maison Bleue is a charming apartment located right on the small river that flows through Petite Venise in Colmar. On the ground floor of a 500-year-old house, it has a private entrance. Quiet, up-to-date and comfortable, with fully-equipped kitchen, clothes washer, wireless internet access, and its own private garden patio for relaxing and enjoying a glass of wine while watching the tour boats pass by. Convenient to the covered food market and the center of Colmar; convenient, too, to the train and bus stations for those who do not have a car. Very reasonably priced. This was our favorite rental during our five-week trip to Europe. Friendly, helpful owners add to the ambience. You won’t regret a stay here. Best for couples, or couples with one or two small children.

"The home was absolutely perfect: charming, clean, well-equipped, at the very best possible location in the very nice old town with a bakery and butcher shop next door. The best was probably the garden outside with flowers and fresh tomatoes."