Xavier's apartment was very pleasant and even better than it looks in the pictures. The situation is in a picturesque part of the old town. This is set back from the main road but still close to a tram stop, restaurants and shops. The apartment is at the top of three flights of stairs. The studio is well appointed and stylish like an authentic boutique hotel. There were nice touches like a luxury dual-head shower, nice towels and high-quality bed linen. There is wi-fi, a coffee maker, ironing board and iron. There were are also local guide books and maps. I enjoyed a 3 night stay for a conference. Xavier waited for me at 22.00 to arrive from the cheap and regular bus from the airport into the city centre. He was very welcoming and showed me all the facilities and how to get to my dinner venue. He was available if I needed but otherwise left me to do my own things as the conference was very busy. I would definitely return to Bordeaux for a proper holiday and stay at this beautiful studio apartment.