VRBO asks us: Did we enjoy our stay at this property? On, my gosh, did we ever!
Nicole and Jacques apartment on quai de Chartron is fabulous. It is exactly as pictured and all of the positive reviews are correct.
We were met by Nicole, Jacques and their daughter, Caroline, at exactly the time we had told them we would arrive. All of the features of the apartment were pointed out and how to work them explained.
The apartment is almost as charming as the hosts. It is extremely comfortable for two people and very well furnished. It is at the back of the building, which makes it very quiet but the very large windows in the sitting room, kitchen and second bedroom make it light and bright. There were plenty of closet space and clothes hangers.
The location is superb. It is just a few steps from a tram stop that takes you into the downtown center in a matter of moments. However, the walk to the town center is fairly short and quite easily done. The apartment is also just two tram stops from the Cité du Vin, which is an extraordinary experience. Many restaurants, cafés and bars are within easy walking distance. And gorgeous river walking is right across the street.
If you have a car, not to worry. The apartment comes with a reserved parking spot in a secured parking garage that is a three minute walk around the corner. We took two day trips out of Bordeaux (Margeax and Sauternes) with no trouble at all.
This apartment provides the perfect combination of lively, convenient location, quiet retreat and refined and relaxed ambiance. We cannot recommend it too highly.