Jean Paul's flat in Bordeaux is beautiful. It's centrally located, near one of Bordeaux's coolest markets, very close to the tram line, and a quick walk to the quais and other parts of the centreville. The flat itself was well-equipped with things for cooking, it's very spacious and very comfortable. Everything worked as it should (water, heating, lights) -- overall one of the nicer flats I've been in in Bordeaux (which is saying a lot considering I lived there for 2 years)!

I did have 2 cons while staying there. The first wasn't a huge problem: a man came by to repair a couple of things, but Jean had not warned me. I answered the door, but did not let the repairman inside, as I didn't know him. However if I hadn't opened the door, apparently he would have let himself in!! I contacted Jean afterwards, and he apologized and agreed that he should have told me. I didn't feel threatened, but as a girl staying alone somewhere, this could have been a bad, or even dangerous, experience.

The 2nd issue: Jean's friend Hélène had my deposit and we had arranged to meet at 12h the day of my departure for the inspection/ to return my deposit (my passport). By 12h05 I called her, and she had thought that we were meeting at 14h! It was lucky that she wasn't busy and came right away. But it still took her 30 minutes to arrive... She was nice, and apologetic, but it caused a LOT of unneeded stress, seeing as I had transportation arranged.

In the end, everything worked out just fine. I enjoyed the flat very much, and it's unfortunate to remember that last very stressful moment as I impatiently waited for Hélène to arrive. All in all, I definitely recommend Jean's place -- just be very clear when you make arrangements for "checking out" !!