My friend and I booked our much needed escape to Bordeaux and it didn't disappoint.
Charlotte's apartment is quirky, stylish, quiet, clean, comfortable and incredibly well equipped. You can see that she takes great pride in it. The beds were comfortable and we wanted for nothing. I could almost imagine myself holing up there for a few months to write, draw and learn French in this lovely attic apartment.
In the early evenings, I would place a chair by the window and look out over the rooftops of Bordeaux and watch swifts diving across the city in the dusky light with a glass of red wine...supplied kindly by Charlotte. Magical.
The first day of our holiday was hit by a 42 degree heatwave and the air conditioning in the apartment functioned admirably.
The apartment is located in a lovely area close to the Jardins de Public but also shopping, bars and restaurants. There is an efficient and cheap tram and bus system which is simple to work out.
Charlotte was friendly and communicative and getting into the apartment was seamless.
One thing that I would mention are the (approximately) 100 steps up to the apartment. On arriving with cases this was a bit of a mission, but by the 4th day, the thighs had adapted. But be aware that there is no lift, and you will need to be fit enough to tackle the stairs!
Best moments: Oysters and a glass of wine for breakfast at the Marche des Capuchins and sitting watching the world go by in the Jardins de Public.
We loved our stay and the apartment. Recommend.