Location...Hard to beat. On a quiet side street in the old Grande Bayonne district steps away from the busier shop filled streets in the area. Just perfect for walking around winding streets steeped in history, culture, boutiques and restaurants.
Building.....The apartment is on the second floor of a centuries old building. Keyless entry from the street leads into a hall and one flight walkup to the apartment. Like many we have encountered in the historic districts of European cities the street entrance, hall and stairs are VERY old and tired....but a pleasant surprise awaits inside the apartment.
Apartment....Open the door to a wonderful makeover that incorporates the original beams and stone with totally modern updates. These old apartments can be dark but not this one. Windows in every room but the bath let in lots of light and innovative interior windows on two sides of the bedroom (with drapes) ensure the apartment has plenty of natural light flowing through. The bathroom is equipped with the latest in facilities, all functioning perfectly (a motion sensor fan that really moves air out of there and quickly dries the mirror and damp surfaces after a shower). Very recently done new kitchen including all appliances. Nice new induction stove top. Well appointed utensils. Note there is a microwave but no oven.
Host.....Oihan was clear and really cooperative with all of our communications. Even though we didn't meet him, he stayed in touch via FaceTime through our stay to ensure everything was fine. We did have a few issues initially that we needed clarification with (the instructions left for tenants on operating everything were only in Spanish and he is putting together packages in English and other languages to aid future visitors).
Above the Norm.......several features that are not usually encountered in our Air BNB experiences. Flat screen tv with Apple TV connection including Netflix. A selection of power adapters to aid North Americans with power cord use. Lots of hangars and storage space in a modern wardrobe in the bedroom. Ironing board and Iron with the strongest steam function I have seen....EVER. Really spotlessly clean. Absolutely no noise from any of the other tenants in the building.
Top marks...a great place to feel at home in