1. HOST: Helene was excellent - very good communication and plenty of information about everything. We had a warm welcome from our host in Biarritz (Julie) who spoke perfect English and was really helpful. We would definitely book again.
2. SIZE: The apartment is spacious, extremely well equipped with comfortable beds, good showers and plenty of cooking equipment, as well as a TV, stereo and WIFI. There are two fridges (one for food and one for wine! Both also have freezer compartments for ice blocks etc.) There is a washing machine and a dryer (useful for towels and swimming costumes after the beach). Bedding and towels were provided - but we took our own beach towels. There are also some other extras in the apartment, like a beach parasol for you to use, lots of local maps etc. These extra touches made our stay a very easy and comfortable one.
3. LOCATION: The apartment is located in a beautiful historic building, 5 minutes walk from the main beach (grand plage). As it is on the top floor, even when it is very warm, there is always a breeze with the windows open. Just around the corner (2 minute walk) there is a parade of shops with an excellent boulangerie (fantastic bread and cakes) and a Carrefour Express to buy essentials (you could easily shop for a week there). In the same group of shops there is also a wine shop, a charcuterie (deli) and a cheese shop. All 2 minutes walk away. The centre of Biarritz is only about a 10 minute walk.
4. CONNECTIONS: There is a bus stop around the corner from the apartment where you can get the no 14 bus to the airport, there is a bus every 20 minutes (it takes about 15 minutes) and only costs one euro per person. Much cheaper than a taxi (20-25 euros).
This is a fantastic apartment in a really great location, highly recommended. We will definitely return.