Living room with its South-facing sunny balcony with street views
Location: Bordeaux, Aquitaine, France, Europe (Airport 7 kms / 30 minutes, rail station 2 kms / 15 minutes) View Map
Accommodations: Apartment, Studio + Convertible bed(s), 1.5 Baths (Sleeps 2-3)
One of only 3 rental properties in Bordeaux officially listed as "3***" by the Board of Tourism, and the only city center apartment to be granted the 3 star rating by French quality control brand "CLEVACANCES" ! Your very best official guarantees of truly superb standards !
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 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, restaurants, bars and clubs, cinemas, theatre, you can walk to any of those 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.
Two large XVIIIth century French windows, opening on a city stone and wrought-iron balcony, let the sunshine in and make the apartment very bright. The apartment is within a quiet building. 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 ! Following an inspection by the State Tourism Board on 15/05/09, the apartment has been officially listed as a 3*** vacation/business rental. The private quality monitoring brand "Clevacances" visited the apartment on 08/06/09 and decided to list the apartment as 3 stars too ! (The only one that's been granted 3 stars in the city center !)
The apartment 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. Owner will also be more than happy to give 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.
- Covered Parking: You can park you car at a public supervised underground car-park 100 meters away. Around 20-24 Euros per day.
- Beds
- Double Bed: Double bed with high quality mattress, European size 140 cms x 200 cms.
- Convertible Bed: Double convertible bed with high quality mattress, European size 140 cms x 190 cms.
- Entertainment
- Cable/Satellite TV: Flat screen 32" TV with over 100 satellite channels.
- DVD
- Video Library: A selection of DVD' and CD's, and books in French and English, for your quiet evenings "at home"!
- CD Player
- Stereo System
- Music Library: Various French popular singers, classical masterpieces, lounge music, for you to enkoy 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.
- Microwave
- Outdoor Features
- Balcony: South facing stone and wrought iron balcony overlooking the street.
- Communications
- Telephone
- 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)
- Other Amenities
- iPod dock, lots of tourist information, historic monuments, museums, shops all within very short walking distance, south-facing balcony with French windows, electric fan/ventilator,Tourist Office 2 minutes walk for wine tours, city tours etc
- Suitability
- No Pets Allowed
- Smoking Not Allowed
- Activities (on site and nearby)
- Golf
- Tennis
- Zoo/Wildlife Park
- Shopping
- Sightseeing
- Restaurants
- Sailing
- Waterskiing
- Swimming
- Surfing
- Windsurfing
- Biking
- Mountain Biking
- Hiking
- Fishing
- Fitness Center/Gym
- Health/Beauty Spa
- Antiquing
- Cinemas/Movie Theaters
- Live Theatre
- Museums
- Horseback Riding
- Other Activities
- Vineyard excursions, wine tasting, theatre/opera/concerts, wonderful shopping, ocean beaches just under an hour away.
Rate Details (In Euros)
From €100/night .. €450/week (€490/week from 04/01/10)...€1500/month
Rates for a Maximum of 3 Guests Include Bed Linen, Towels, Wi-Fi .
30 % Deposit at Time of Booking, Balance 21 Days Before Arrival.
Safety/Breakages Deposit 500 Euros, Refundable on Day of Departure.
City Tourist Tax is €1,10 Per Person/Per Night.
Free International Calls (Except to Mobile Phones)
Exit cleaning fee 100 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.
Map & Owner's Profile
Beautifully Designed City Center Apartment for 2-3 Guests
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 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 anyway!
The Unique Benefits at this Apartment
While being a small city apartment, my 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. Basically, it's all about being in the best possible location, with all comforts, to fully enjoy the very best and very finest attarctions 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
Hello! My name is Gerald, and I will be very happy to welcome you to our beautiful city. Bordeaux truly is a world-class city, especially so if you like architecture and "the good life"! 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 out of town. 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.
Property Photos
- Living room with its South-facing sunny balcony with street views - Bordeaux Apartment, Walk to Museums and Theaters
- Kitchen area, with dishwasher, fridge and freezer, plenty of utensils and dishes - Bordeaux Apartment, Walk to Museums and Theaters
- Wireless internet, a printer, a convenient work station by the window - Bordeaux Apartment, Walk to Museums and Theaters
- From the living room, a few steps take you to the secluded sleeping area
- Kitchen area with Nespresso coffee machine and multi-purpose brand new oven
- Living room and a few steps to secluded sleeping area (en-suite shower)
- Secluded sleeping area seen from en-suite shower room, with wardrobe
- Secluded sleeping area with en-suite shower room (sliding door)
- En-suite shower room, hair dryer provided
- Towels and bed linen all provided !
- Entrance to the apartment
- You'll be on the 2nd (US) or 1st (FR) floor, where the balcony is!
- XVIIIth century stone and wrought iron staircase, we're on 2nd (US) floor
- 3 minutes walk to the Grand Theâtre
- Fresh bread and yummy croissants 1 minute walk!
- The fashionable and very chic Allées de Tourny are 1 minute walk !
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Positive Rating
Gerald, What a wonderful stay we had these past 2 weeks, and thanks for the brilliantb hospitality! We will highly recommend your flat to friends and colleagues. Everything was thought of for us, we appreaciate it. Warmest regards, we'll be back, and we'll send our VIP clients to you! Genevieve, Cellar Tours.
Positive Rating
We had a terrifc time in this very beautiful city. The location of Gerald's apartment is excellent and we found the apartment extremely comfortable and well equipped. However all we used was the wine glasses! We came to France to eat, and we did just that! There are so many wonderful restaurants! Bordeaux is fabulous for walking, around every corner there is a square or a beautiful building, a fountain, or something fascinating. We had great weather - only one rainy day and that was in Arcachon. Gerald, "merci" for everything. We've left this small "cadeau" for you… and also some cards from our favorite restaurants. Someday we hope to come back. You are so lucky to be French. Love from Marcia and Dave.
Positive Rating
Un séjour inoubliable que nous venons de passer à Bordeaux, une ville à l'architecture magnifique, la restauration y est excellente, les gens courtois et sympathiques, la température idéale : 12 jours de soleil et de ciel bleu en Octobre! Superbe visite à Saint Emilion, Biarritz et Saint Jean de Luz. L'appartement de Gérald est génial, on s'y sent chez nous. Merci Gérald pour votre accueil si chaleureux et vos bons conseils. Ce n'est qu'un au-revoir, car nous reviendrons, c'est certain. Mille mercis encore ! PS : Bordeaux était l'endroit idéal pour notre 30ème anniversaire de mariage et le foie gras aux fruits du Noailles était sublime!
Positive Rating
A wonderful spot for exploring Bordeaux, close to everything you need. Arcachon is a must and so close! Thanks to Gerald for his help! We look foward to making Bordeaux our home in 2010, especially after this week. Who knows, perhaps our family and friends will stay in this truly beautiful apartment. Thank you so much"
Positive Rating
Dear Gerald, It's been so wonderful to stay here thanks to you and your apartment. Thank you for every personal assistance. I've never experienced such a heart- warming service and welcome, and of course such a well-equipped apartment. I will definitely tell all my friends in Denmark and Japan who are planning a trip to Bordeaux about your charling apartment. Thank you very much, and see you again soon! Yukari and Masayuki, 6th Sept to 11 Sept.
Positive Rating
We were delighted to stay in this conveniently located studio apartment, and really appreciated the friendly and personal welcome from our host. This studio is well located, within very easy walking distance of the centre of the old city and all the city facilities. It has a great choice of bistro, cafés, restaurants and food shops all close by. The apartment was beautifully presented and very comfortably furnished, and the fittings were all contemporary, working and functional. Our host went out of his way to facilitate the rental arrangement, and made himself available at our request during our stay. We have no hesitation in recommending this as a clean, convenient, comfortable and charming apartment in the magnificent city of Bordeaux, and would ourselves make use of it again in the future. Derek and Tony, Sydney, Australia.
Positive Rating
Our stay has been just wonderful! We loved all the kitchen electronics and the great decor. The location just could not be better. Thank you Gerald for being such a super charming host ! We hope to come back soon. AnAn and Fred. PS : I will never forget the romantic windows!
Positive Rating
Thank you so much for such a wonderful time! This was a great place to stay in such a great location.We hope to be able to come back and live in this apartment again. All the best ! (Note from owner : this came with a lovely "thank you" present, many thanks to you guys, It's been a pleasure having you here !)
Positive Rating
"During our wonderful stay we were fully able to understand why you had been so enthusiastically praising your beautiful city of Bordeaux! Whatever the time of day or night, wherever we went, we were so impressed by the overall beauty of this city, its perfect harmony, and the amazing quality of life. Your apartment really is the ideal base to explore the city as it is in a perfect location, so close to everything while in a quiet street, and most comfortable. Thank you for these magical moments in Bordeaux, thank you for your wonderful welcome!"
Positive Rating
We have greatly enjoyed staying in this very nice apartment, very well furnished and equipped. It is located right in the heart of the city, which has enabled us to discover Bordeaux on foot and at our own pace. We also would like to thank you for your wonderful welcome, and we do hope to be back soon!