Valerie‘s place was perfect for a non-French-speaking American. Valerie is warm and welcoming and speaks excellent English. The room is spacious, the bed is super comfortable, and the shower is great. A kettle and small refrigerator are perfect for taking care of your own breakfast. The home is located on a quiet street, about a 15 to 20 minute walk from the train station, and then when it’s time to go exploring it’s another 10 minutes to the Victoria plaza where you can walk to multiple sights or catch the trams to more distant venues like the Wine Museum. Bring your walking shoes, there is a lot to explore in Bordeaux!