The building is antique, with narrow stairs and charming tiles and skylight. The apartment is compact, but perfectly equipped, with thoughtful amenities from a bottle of wine for two, jams, coffee and terry cloth bathrobes to air conditioning (an unusual over-the-door device, but it worked). The location is ideal for visiting the key sites on foot or by tram or boat. Louis, an American who married a Bordelaise, is truly a super host — providing valuable advice and making himself available for any questions. We would gladly go back!