Despite the cold and rain we felt warmly welcomed at Josune's home. We stayed in a double bedroom in her flat which is only a short walk from the town centre.
We had rented a car and found it an absolute nightmare to find (free) parking in Bilbao but Josune was able to help us with that so that we could park for free within walking distance from her flat. She also recommended some local sights and nice trips around town and the countryside.
Our room was clean and quiet and the shower had lots of hot water and good pressure.
One thing I regret is not asking Josune to cook a meal for us -- we got to taste some of her food and it was amazing! If you stay with her do get her to cook for you, you will not regret it! But there is also plenty of nice food in the town and many pubs/bars serving food stay open late.
We felt safe, happy and welcome at Josune's flat and would happily go back in the future. She was a great host -- we received very quick responses to any of our queries via email, and she was very friendly, welcoming and concerned with our welfare, and also gave us some freedom to relax in her home.
Thanks Josune!