Eric's apartment is in a GREAT location in the pedestrian area of central Bordeaux. The street itself is lined with cafes, restaurants and bars and is very active at night making it easy and fun to go out. However, with the apartment on the third floor, you don't hear the noise. It's an older, well maintained and very quiet building, but do be prepared to walk up the stairs. The apartment was very clean and well organized with a full kitchen. The apartment is air-conditioned which turned out to be important with Bordeaux having a heat wave while we were there. Eric was very responsive and available. We highly recommend!