Laurent's flat was very nice and Laurent was generally helpful and responsive.

There was, however, one problem: Laurent did not provide any bed sheets, pillow cases or duvet covers. He forewarned that there were none in the house very shortly before we arrived. He then told us, on arrival, that he could bring some clean linen but that he usually charged 50 euros for linen but since we were only coming for two days he would do us a deal and "only" charge us 25 euros. This put us in a difficult position as clean linen on beds is something you would expect to be included as part of the airbnb price and something that we needed.

Faced with no reasonable alternative we told Laurent that we would pay the 25 euros if he brought round clean linen. He then brought round clean linen later on that night whilst we were out.

We hoped that Laurent would see sense and not charge us on the final day but he did eventually ask for 25 euros after we had said goodbye. We duly paid him but this left a bitter taste in the mouth after what had otherwise been a lovely stay.

Nevertheless, I would recommend Laurent's appartment and visiting Biarritz. Laurent also seemed to be a very nice guy. Just make sure that you get Laurent to confirm that he will not get you to pay a hidden laundry cost before you stay with him. Hidden costs for necessities such as laundry are not permitted under the airbnb terms: you should only be expected to pay the price you see advertised.