Denise wasn't able to be there to welcome us, but she had her son Charles do so. Denise and Charles were always very gracious and made us feel welcome.

The description of the accommodations was accurate. Denise recently redecorated. You can tell she put a lot of thought into each item.

The neighborhood seemed typical of others nearby. Safety was never an issue. The tram station was nearby and using the tram was very easy, with it you can go almost anywhere in Bordeaux. The tram system is clean, quiet and inexpensive.

Getting to talk with Denise and to get to know her a little was a very pleasant and memorable experience. She also helped us understand a little more about France and the French people.