Location: Bordeaux, Aquitaine, France, Europe (Airport 7 kms / 30 minutes, rail station 2 kms / 15 minutes) View Map
Accommodations: Apartment, Studio + No additional sleeping rooms avail, 1.5 Baths (Sleeps 2)
Keywords: Studio Apartment
An unbeatable location for this wonderfully presented vacation rental apartment in Bordeaux, France !
This is a truly well-designed and perfectly equipped apartment, for leisure and business travellers alike.
Now booking fast for 2012!
Don't forget to check all our reviews! They will tell you a lot on the apartment.
Quality is monitored and ensured, as this apartment has made it to the "3***" level granted by the Board of Tourism.
It is also the only City Center apartment to be granted the 3-star rating by "CLEVACANCES" ! These official inspections guarantee superb standards to you as a guest.
AN IDEAL LOCATION IN THE HEART OF THE CITY, YOU CAN WALK EVERYWHERE!
Ideally located in the heart of Bordeaux, in the very chic "Triangle d'Or" area, this studio apartment is luxuriously appointed with all amenities.
It is situated on the 1st floor (European) / 2nd floor (US) via a flight of stairs (no elevators), in an XVIIIth century stone building. The Rue Huguerie is a very pleasant city street, with lots of nice restaurants. Everything is within walking distance : Grand Théâtre and Opéra de Bordeaux, Jardin Public, lots of monuments and museums, supermarket and groceries, restaurants, bars and clubs, cinemas, theatre, you can walk everywhere in a matter of minutes. If you prefer to use our state-of-the-art tramway, the central terminal is just 3 minutes walk away. There is off-street metered parking, and a supervised public car park within 3 minutes walk. Undoubtedly the finest location to fully enjoy our beautiful UNESCO listed city !
ALL NEW, MODERN, EQUIPPED TO THE VERY BEST STANDARDS
Two large XVIIIth century French doors open onto a South facing stone and wrought-iron balcony, letting the sunshine in and making the apartment very bright. High ceilings throughout. The apartment is in a quiet building, in this high-end city center neighborhood. It has been very carefully renovated, and furnished to offer the best facilities. If you want to cook, you'll find a fully equipped kitchen with everything you need. For the best European coffee, there's a Nespresso coffee-maker, and complimentary coffee capsules are provided in your welcome-basket. If you need to work, there is a desk with a printer, white printing paper, and wireless internet connection. Free phone calls to landlines, France and worldwide. And for those quiet evenings after a day out on the city, you will find a selection of CD's, books, and DVD's not to mention over 100 TV channels on a 32" LCD TV. Other amenities include a washer/dryer in the apartment (with soap and softener), as well as a dishwasher!
LIVE LIKE A LOCAL, AND ENJOY THIS HISTORIC CITY AT ITS FINEST!
The beautiful vacation rental apartment in Bordeaux will be your ideal base to explore our beautiful city on foot. Everything you might want is minutes away, from world-class shopping to hundreds of restaurants where you will enjoy al-fresco dining, cinemas, theatres, and opera hall. The Tourist Information Center is 3 minutes walk away, and their staff will be most helpful when booking wine tours, city tours, evening open-deck bus tours of the UNESCO listed heritage sites, etc. I will also be more than happy to give you valuable advice for all your particular needs and to take you on a short orientation tour on arrival, so that you are ready to enjoy this most gracious and sophisticated city!
Vacation Rental Features
- Amenities
- Washer : Private washer / dryer, soap and softener provided.
- Dryer
- Linens Provided : Bed sheets, pillows (2 different shapes available) and pillow cases, bath towels, kitchen towels are all provided.
- Elevator : NO elevator, the apartment is on the 1st floor (European) / 2nd floor (US) via a flight of stairs.
- Covered Parking : You can park you car at a public supervised underground car-park 100 meters away. Approx. 20 Euros per day / 110 Euros for a 7-day in/out pass.
- Off Street Parking : Metered off-street parking, approx. 1 Euro per 20 mins.
- Beds
- Double Bed : Double bed with high quality mattress, European size 140 cms x 200 cms.
- Entertainment
- Cable/Satellite TV : 32" LCD TV with over 100 satellite channels, including BBC World, CNN, Bloomberg etc.
- DVD
- Video Library : A selection of DVD' and CD's, and books in French and English, are available for your quiet evenings "at home"!
- CD Player
- Stereo System
- Music Library : Various French popular singers, classical masterpieces, lounge music, for you to enjoy during your stay.
- Kitchen
- Full Kitchen : Includes a multi-purpose oven (doing steam cooking, microwave, pizza, or traditional oven), a fridge with freezer compartment, a stainless steel dishwasher, a Nespresso coffee machine, a citrus/orange juicer, an electric kettle, a food processor, a sink, 2 ceramic hobs and a cooker hood.
- Cooking Utensils Provided : Plates, water glasses, wine glasses, champagne glasses, coffee cups and mugs, breakfast bowls, cutlery, pans, everything you need for a good home-cooked meal!
- Refrigerator : Table top refrigerator including a freezer compartment.
- Dishwasher : Stainless steel dishwasher in the kitchen. Detergent tablets are provided for your convenience.
- Microwave : Multi-function oven including microwave, steam, and regular oven cooking.
- Outdoor Features
- Balcony : South facing stone and wrought iron balcony overlooking the street. A bistro table and chairs are provided for you to enjoy city life at its very best with a nice glass of (local!) wine on warm summer evenings!
- Communications
- Telephone : Free local and international calls to landlines.
- Free Long Distance : Free international calls to landlines to USA, UK etc. (Does not apply to calls to mobile phones, where fees will apply).
- Broadband Internet
- WiFi (Wireless Internet) : Bring your laptop and enjoy the wireless internet access! Ethernet cable is also provided. A printer is at your disposal, with plenty of white printing paper. (Printer is not wifi).
- Other Amenities
- For your comfort and convenience, the following are provided : iPod dock, lots of tourist information (historic monuments, museums, shops, cultural events, concerts, opera, wine tasting tours, how to get to the Atlantic beaches etc.) You will enjoy the nice south-facing balcony with French doors, and in summer, an electric fan/ventilator is provided. The Tourist Office is just a 2 minute walk, for wine tours, city tours etc. Shopping and restaurants are all at your doorstep. Fancy a morning jogging ? The Jardin Public is 100 meters away and a most peaceful place with beautiful scenery. Owner will be more than happy to help out with any reservations, suggest great places to eat in all budget ranges, and basically answer any questions t-you may come up with, to ensure your stay in Bordeaux is the best ever !
- Suitability
- No Pets Allowed
- Smoking Not Allowed
- Activities
- Golf
- Tennis
- Shopping
- Sailing
- Waterskiing
- Swimming
- Surfing
- Windsurfing
- Biking
- Mountain Biking
- Fishing
- Health/Beauty Spa
- Antiquing
- Live Theatre
- Horseback Riding
- Zoo/Wildlife Park
- Restaurants
- Hiking
- Fitness Center/Gym
- Cinemas/Movie Theaters
- Museums
- Other Activities
- Vineyard excursions, wine tasting, theatre/opera/concerts, wonderful shopping, ocean beaches just under an hour away.
Rate Details (In Euros)
€490/week for up to 2 guests. €120/night, 3 nights min.
Monthly rate : €1600.
Tax 1,10 Euro per person per day. Exit cleaning/laundry fee 100 Euros.
(Exit cleaning/laundry fee is included in nightly rates)
Free International Calls (Except to Mobile Phones)
Down Payment at Time of Booking is 30% of rent + refundable deposit 250 Euros.
Supervised underground car park 2 minute walk.2,5€ per hour / max 20€ per day.
Note: Until confirmed, rates are subject to change without notice.
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Map & Owner's Profile
Luxurious Vacation Rental in the Golden Triangle of Bordeaux!
Year Purchased: 2009
Why the Owner Chose Bordeaux
I just fell in love with this apartment when I first visited it with my realtor! It was in a very bad condition, but there was room and volume, and the location was just unbelievable, in the most exclusive and sought after part of the city centre but in a quiet street. I appointed an architect and interior designer whose mission it was to create a pleasant, bright, and modern living space. I bought the apartment in January 2009, renovation was finally completed in April, and I am very pleased to say that all my guests so far since May 2009 (from Norway, France, Canada, Switzerland, The UK, the USA and Australia!) have just loved the place. I have arranged and furnished the apartment just as if I were to live there myself, with all conveniences one might need. Whether you are visiting Bordeaux for business or vacation, everything will be there for you to fully enjoy your time here. And I'm only a phone call away at any time!
The Unique Benefits at this Apartment
While being a small urban apartment, this apartment offers a secluded sleeping area above the main living area (but where one can still stand as the ceiling is very high), with its en-suite shower room. Separate restroom. With a flat screen TV and more than 100 satellite channels, hifi and DVD player, wireless internet throughout,and an inkjet color/B&W printer, you will be able to work as well as enjoy a restful evening "at home" after a day exploring the city. You'll find everything you need to make yourselves a nice home-cooked meal, with a supermarket 3 minutes walk away, and plenty of groceries and food stores all around. A Nespresso coffee machine will delight coffee lovers! Among other amenities, the apartment offers a dishwasher, a washer/dryer, a ventilator, and plenty of guide books and tourist information. On warm days you will enjoy the South facing balcony, where you can sip a glass of wine (chairs and table provided !) Basically, it's all about being in the best possible location, with all comforts, to fully enjoy the very best and very finest attractions Bordeaux has to offer!
Just a 3-5 minutes walk from my apartment, you will discover a beautifully arranged park. ideal for a stroll in the shade of century-old trees, and among beautiful flower gardens. And do check the tea
A very chic shopping district, 2 minutes walk away, including a "Carrefour City Market" where you can buy all your groceries. Very good food stalls (fresh fruits and vegetables, a butcher, a fishmonge
Coming to Bordeaux to attend a French language course at "Alliance Francaise" ? It's just next door!
The city center square, with a its little pond, beautiful trees, cafes, stores, and a 17-cinemas theater.
The most famous landmark in Bordeaux, Le Grand Theatre, built in XVIIIth century. A "must" to visit. 5 minutes walk.
Your first port of call : you can book tours, guided visits, both of the city and the vineyards, get advice on which Ch�teau to visit etc. Very helpful staff.
The medieval part of the city, with its narrow cobbled streets, all pedestrianized, and loaded with restaurants, boutiques, caf�s. Very lively (also very noisy day and night!) and pleasant strets to w
Be sure to visit the river banks. Bicycle tracks, walking alleys, along lawns and eco-friendly gardens, picnic facilities and the most famous "Miroir d'eau" (Water Mirror) facing the Palais de la Bour
Beautiful private mansions, all dating back to XVIIth and XVIIIth centuries, ornate facades, antique shops, a very special atmopshere. Not to be missed. 20 minutes walk or 5 minutes on the tramway.
Ruins of the Roman era's "Palais Gallien", beautiful and so quiet. A great place for quiet meditation!
The longest pedestrian street in Europe :2,5 kms! High street shops and big brand names all along! Shop til you drop!
A huge 20,000.00 square meters square, formerly a castle until the French Revolution. Goes right down to the River Garonne. Beautiful buildings, trees, a big fountain, and the main tram transit statio
Underneath the Allees de Tourny is a large car park, open 24/24, with secured access. Park you car there and it will take you 2 minutes to walk to Rue Huguerie!
Owner's Map of Bordeaux
Bonjour! Let me welcome you to our beautiful city. Bordeaux truly is a world-class city, especially so if you like architecture, fabulous food and wines, and "la Belle Vie"!
Listed by UNESCO as a World Heritage Site, Bordeaux will delight you with its beautifully crafted XVIIIth century buildings, its lively riverside, its pleasant little squares with all kinds of cafés and restaurants and endless sandy ocean beaches just under an hour's drive.
I have lived in Bordeaux 20 years, where I own a language travel agency, sending students of all ages to the USA, the UK, Canada or Australia to attend English language courses.
I also work in real estate as a consultant. Bordeaux is a great city anytime of year : autumn is beautiful and visiting the vineyards then is a "must", with Christmas time comes the traditional Christmas Market and the city wears its beautiful Christmas lights, spring is when many exhibitions are on, and summer is just ideal with the ocean an hour'sdrive out of town and all these al-fresco dinners in the city!
And if you own a nice house or apartment in Palm Springs or Fort Lauderdale… I am willing to consider a vacation exchange!
Property Photos
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- Kitchen area, with dishwasher, fridge and freezer, plenty of utensils and dishes - Bordeaux Apartment, Walk to Museums and Theaters
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- Living room with its South-facing sunny balcony with street views - Bordeaux Apartment, Walk to Museums and Theaters
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- Kitchen area with Nespresso coffee machine and multi-purpose brand new oven
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- Living room and a few steps to secluded sleeping area (en-suite shower)
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- Secluded sleeping area seen from en-suite shower room, with wardrobe
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- Secluded sleeping area with en-suite shower room (sliding door)
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- En-suite shower room, hair dryer provided
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- Towels and bed linen all provided !
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- Entrance to the apartment
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- You'll be on the 2nd (US) or 1st (FR) floor, where the balcony is!
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- XVIIIth century stone and wrought iron staircase, we're on 2nd (US) floor
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- 3 minutes walk to the Grand Theâtre
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- Fresh bread and yummy croissants 1 minute walk!
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- The fashionable and very chic Allées de Tourny are 1 minute walk !
Traveler Reviews (53)
A great place to stay in Bordeaux
Guest: Mary Riser
(Brooklyn, New York)
Date of Stay: 10/08/11
Review Submitted: 10/24/11
My husband & I were very, very pleased with our one-week stay in this apartment. The owner, Gerald, is a pleasure to deal with. He responds quickly to e-mails, speaks & writes excellent English, & provided a warm, personal, & informative welcome. We were tired & hungry on arrival, so we really appreciated Gerald's special treats! The apartment is clean & bright, the bed is comfortable, & there is plenty of hot water. It was great to have the dishwasher & the washing machine, and thanks to Gerald's instructions we were actually able to operate them! The apartment feels much larger than it is, with its high ceilings, tall windows, & good use of space. The kitchen has plenty of cookware & utensils so you can easily cook full meals, as we did some evenings. The apartment is well stocked with information & guidebooks, too. The location was perfect for us, in a real neighborhood with good, useful shopping, yet very close to Bordeaux's many interesting sights. We could (& did) walk everywhere, though we also bought 7-day unlimited Tickartes so we could hop on & off the tram at will. One of our favorite places was the nearby Jardin Publique, a real gem of an urban park--beautiful, well-used, & yet not overly crowded. We spent many happy hours relaxing there. The beauty, scale, & incredible architecture of Bordeaux far exceeded our expectations. (Our only caveat is the "dog doo." There is more than in Paris or New York.) If you like cheese at all, be sure to go to Jean d'Alos. There's plenty of room to browse, the service is very friendly, & the cheeses are well-labelled & perfect. We also bought an incredible, dense pain Gascon from Au Petrin Moissagais in the Chartrons. We hope to stay in Gerald's apartment again (if it's not fully booked!), & we would definitely recommend it to anyone looking for a comfortable, convenient, well-located "home away from home" in Bordeaux.
Owner response:Dear Mary and Sandy, Thank you so much for these kind words, and I am so pleased that you loved my apartment and our beautiful city! It will be always be a pleasure to see you again, in Bordeaux ... or in New York City! My very best, Gerald
Recommended for:Romantic getaway, tourists without a car, sightseeing, age 55+.
Absolutely wonderful!
Guest: LoriYvon Canada
(Canada)
Date of Stay: 08/20/11
Review Submitted: 10/18/11
Great location, beautiful bright property, very clean, and Gerald made everything beyond perfect. Whenever in Bordeaux in the future this is my go-to place.
Owner response:Dear Lori and Yvon, Thank you so much for such a nice review! My very best reward indeed! I am so glad that you enjoyed your time in our beautiful city, and even more pleased that my apartment contributed somehow to the success of your French vacation! Come back anytime, I'll be very happy to see you again! My very best, Gerald
Recommended for:Tourists without a car, sightseeing, age 55+.
Fab apartment, great location!
Guest: Catherine M.
(George Town, Cayman Islands)
Date of Stay: 10/01/11
Review Submitted: 10/13/11
We stayed at this apartment for 5 nights, it was a great location, could not be closer to the bus and tram! The supermarket was a few minutes up the road and many cafes and restaurants are only a few minutes away. The place was very comfortable and very well equipped. The apartment is as per the pictures. I would definately go back to this apartment and would recommend it to friends. Michael was very helpful.
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Our stay in Bordeaux
Guest: H & T
(Noosaville , Queensland , Australia)
Date of Stay: 08/30/11
Review Submitted: 09/29/11
We spent a week in this lovely apartment in central Bordeaux . We have stayed in many apartments in Europe but rarely have we come across such a generous and thoughtful owner as Gerald . We really appreciated the personal welcome , the flowers , the bottle of excellent wine , the bottled water , the 'phone calls and the little treats . The apartment was quite small but modern , compact and very clean with everything we needed and the position was very good for sightseeing and restaurants . Thank you Gerald .
Owner response:Thank you, Hazel, for this nice review, and I am glad you noticed all the little touches! I always try my very best so that my guests have the best of times, and knowing it has been appreciated is my top reward ! Thank you again !
Recommended for:Tourists without a car, sightseeing.
Our dream vacation!
Guest: Cathey and Enn
(Los Angeles)
Date of Stay: 09/10/11
Review Submitted: 09/28/11
Thank you, Gerald, for making this apartment available to us! It is in an ideal location and we were able to enjoy the beautiful city of Bordeaux more than we expected. Everything in the apartment was in top condition. You were so helpful getting us connected on the internet and learning how to use a European washer and dryer! Having a dishwasher made my day! We would definitely recommend this apartment and you to anyone. You even suggested a good day to visit the vineyards and the beach at Arcachon...and you were right! The weather was perfect on those days! Thanks again for making this a perfect spot to vacation in. We won't forget Bordeaux...EVER!
Owner response:Dear Catherine and Ern, Thank you so much for your review! You've been great guests and it was a real pleasure to have you. I am so glad you enjoyed your vacation. Next time you are around, I'll treat you to a nice restaurant. Out of our 2000-something restaurants… you can't have tried them all as yet!! Thanks you again ! Gerald
Recommended for:Romantic getaway, tourists without a car, sightseeing, pet owners, adventure seekers, girls getaway, age 55+.
Glorious Bordeaux
Guest: Laura G.
(Albany, CA, )
Date of Stay: 05/29/11
Review Submitted: 08/28/11
What a wonderful apartment! This was a perfect base to explore the beautiful city of Bordeaux. The owner was extremely helpful and provided so many special touches that make this apartment a perfect home away from home. For future guests we recommend the Artisan Boulanger located just a few blocks away. We tried pastries, sandwiches, quiches, breads: all were just delicious! We plan to return to this delightful apartment.
Owner response:Hi Laura, Thank you so much for posting a review ! You are absolutely right, Bordeaux is a truly beautiful city, and Thank you for noticing the little touches : I really want my guests to feel at home, and to enjoy a totally stress-free vacation ! Looking forward to welcoming you again soon, Gerald
Recommended for:Romantic getaway, tourists without a car, sightseeing, girls getaway, age 55+, families with young children, families with teenagers.
Honeymoon in Bordeaux
Guest: Michael K.
Date of Stay: 06/07/11
Review Submitted: 08/21/11
The apartment is perfect! The bed was comfy, the nespresso was good, and the french doors to the balcony were beautiful! My wife and I spent a lot of time sitting on the balcony, enjoying a beverage and people watching. The apartment is in a perfect location. Walking distance to everything: shopping, dining, site seeing, you name it and it's close by. We recommend Cafe Bellini for drinks and great small plate food. (Try the Gran Marnier sour!) The owner Gerald was very nice as well. He greeted us when we arrived before leaving us to our vacation. He was very helpful and thoughtful. He emailed us to see if we needed anything. I would reccomend this apartment to anyone. We'll be staying here when we come back!
Owner response:Dear Mike and Julie, Thank you for these very kind words! It was a pleasure to have you as guests, and I am really happy to see that you have enjoyed our beautiful city… and some of its hundreds of restaurants ! Hope to see you again! Thank you, Gérald
Recommended for:Romantic getaway, tourists without a car, sightseeing, adventure seekers, girls getaway.
Parfait! / Perfect!
Guest: Sophie (Brittany,France)
(Bordeaux, France)
Date of Stay: 08/12/11
Review Submitted: 08/19/11
A fabulous apartment, in a fabulous area, of a fabulous city. In a nice period building, an elegant apartment with bright and fresh designer furniture, particularly well equipped (wifi, DVD, printer and printing paper, dishwasher, luxury Nespresso coffee machine, to name but a few). It's got it all, and all is of premium quality with all user manuals instructions available. The apartment is perfectly designed with a large balcony and huge ceilings, all in a symphony of whites and greys with some color touches of red. Very nice sleeping area on a low mezzanine with again high ceiling. Owner is charming, enthusiastic, gave us plenty of good and valuable advice, available at all times… but never intrusive. The location is perfect, in the heart of the "chic" part of the city-center, walking distance to the river, the park, everything. You don't need a car, but if you have one, it's easy to park at the parking lot close by, they have reduced 7-day rates available. Neighbors in the building are all very nice and discreet, privacy is perfect. PS : The apartment even has a great security lock… but don't leave the keys inside when you go out as the door will lock automatically and you would have to call the owner for assistance !.
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Guest: Birgit and Brian (Santa Clara, CA)
(Bordeaux, France)
Date of Stay: 08/06/11
Review Submitted: 08/06/11
Gerald, We are so glad we found your little gem in the very best location in Bordeaux. It made our stay and experience of beautiful Bordeaux amazing and unforgettable. Thank you also for all the little details, spoiling us with a bunch of fresh roses on the dinner table, delicious Nespresso coffee capsules, sweet French little madeleines and this bottle of fine Bordeaux wine… We will miss your apartment, we will miss the so many great restaurants so close to us. Thank you!
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