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Key to Bordeaux · fairytale view, 2 bd + elevator

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Dining
Smart TV, books, stereo
Point of interest
2 bedrooms, desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi
Exterior

Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire apartment

2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 6

Popular amenities

  • Washer
  • Kitchen
  • Free WiFi

About this property

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You'll have the entire apartment to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

Key to Bordeaux · fairytale view, 2 bd + elevator

The 'Key to Bordeaux' is a holiday apartment with a view over the ‘fairytale castle’ of Porte Cailhau. The apartment is ideally located in a pedestrian-only area. It's just one street back from the river and a few minutes walk from the famous Place de la Bourse.

✔ FAIRYTALE VIEW – Overlooking the enchanting Porte Cailhau, a medieval 'fairytale castle'.

✔ PEDESTRIAN-ONLY AREA – Quiet location, just one street back from the river and near Place de la Bourse.

✔ SPACIOUS TWO-BEDROOM APARTMENT – 80 square metres, accommodating 2-6 guests.

✔ MAIN BEDROOM – King-size bed with a fold-out day bed (double bed).

✔ SECOND BEDROOM – Two single beds, plus a baby cot available on request.

✔ FULLY EQUIPPED KITCHEN – Includes dishwasher, microwave, cooktop, and store cupboard basics.

✔ NEWLY RENOVATED BATHROOM – Separate toilet and washing machine.

✔ HIGH-SPEED FIBRE OPTIC WIFI – Stay connected with fast internet access.

✔ CABLE TV – English and French channels available for entertainment.

✔ ELEVATOR ACCESS – Convenient access via lift in the building.

✔ PRIME LOCATION – Steps away from restaurants, shops, museums, and the tram stop.

✔ NEAR RUE ST CATHERINE – Europe's longest pedestrian shopping street is within walking distance.

✔ PARKING OPTIONS – Nearby parking stations are just a few minutes walk away.

✔ WEEKLY MARKETS – Enjoy nearby open-air food and antique markets.

✔ WELCOME DRINK – Four bottles of wine are provided on a use-and-replace basis.

✔ HOUSE BOOK – Full of useful contacts and restaurant recommendations.

✔ PERSONAL PROPERTY MANAGER – English and French-speaking manager available to assist during your stay.

✔ ON-CALL SUPPORT – The property manager is available by phone or instant message for any assistance.

✔ NON-SMOKING ACCOMMODATION

✔ NO PETS, NO PARTIES

✔ NOISE RESTRICTIONS – Quiet hours between 10 PM and 8 AM apply for a peaceful stay.
- Children are to be supervised at all times while on the property and are the responsibility of the adult guests.
- Only paying guests are permitted to use the facilities.
- No smoking inside the premises.
- No parties or large events permitted.

PLEASE NOTE: The French government requires us to collect the passport information of international visitors. You will be asked to supply this as part of the check-in procedure. The information is held securely and deleted after 6 months, according to GDPR requirements.

Property manager

Suzanna Clarke

Languages

English, French

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in the apartment: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Car not required

Kitchen

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Hob
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Refrigerator
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 2 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided
  • Sofa bed

Bathroom

  • 1 bathroom
  • Hair dryer
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Living room

Entertainment

  • Books
  • Smart TV with cable/satellite channels
  • Stereo

Laundry

  • Laundromat nearby
  • Washing machine

Work spaces

  • Desk
  • Desk chair

Comfort

  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Lift
  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • Near a health/beauty spa

Things to do

  • Bicycles
  • Water park
  • Theme park nearby
  • Winery tours nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector)
  • Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • First aid kit

General

  • Bicycles

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Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 3:00 PM
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
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Important information

You need to know

This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession.
Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a first aid kit
This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation
Property Registration Number 33063001225CF

We should mention

Cash transactions at this property cannot exceed EUR 1000, due to national regulations; for further details, please contact the property using the information in the booking confirmation
A car is not required for transport to and from this property

Property is also known as

133560
Vrbo Property
The Key to Bordeaux - Spacious, With Fairytale View Bordeaux

About the area

Map
Bordeaux, Aquitaine

What's nearby

  • Place Saint Pierre - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Place de la Bourse - 4 min walk - 0.4 km
  • Rue Sainte-Catherine - 5 min walk - 0.4 km
  • Grand Theatre of Bordeaux - 9 min walk - 0.8 km
  • Place des Quinconces - 13 min walk - 1.2 km

Getting around

  • Place du Palais Tram Station - 2 min walk
  • Bordeaux-Benauge Station - 5 min drive
  • Bordeaux (BOD-Merignac) - 35 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪L’Avant Comptoir du Palais - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Vintage Café - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Bar Chez Fred - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Ragazzi - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Les Moules du Cabanon - ‬2 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is Key to Bordeaux · fairytale view, 2 bd + elevator pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Key to Bordeaux · fairytale view, 2 bd + elevator?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Key to Bordeaux · fairytale view, 2 bd + elevator?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Key to Bordeaux · fairytale view, 2 bd + elevator located?

Located in Bordeaux City Centre, this family-friendly Bordeaux apartment building is within a 5-minute walk of Cailhau Gate, Place de la Bourse and Rue Sainte-Catherine. Church of Saint-Pierre and Place Saint Pierre are just steps away. Place du Palais Tram Station and Porte de Bourgogne Tram Station are within a 5-minute walk.

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Key to Bordeaux · fairytale view, 2 bd + elevator Reviews

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 22 out of 29 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 7 out of 29 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 29 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 29 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 29 reviews

9.8/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Kaye B.

Outstanding property with magical view in superb location
Spacious and beautiful apartment in ancient building with stunning view of Porte Cailhou. Fantastic location Property manager was gracious and so helpful. Several thoughtful extras
Stayed 7 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Griselda S., United States

Great location and beautifully appointed apartment.
I highly recommend this apartment. Spacious, clean, great beds/mattresses and nice bedding. The views from the windows are enchanting. Well equipped kitchen, abundant water in the showers. Clean, modern and renovated unit. Exceeded my expectations. I will definitely stay here again. The city of Bordeaux is gorgeous with its old world architecture and full of cafes and shopping. Overall a GREAT stay!!
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2021

10/10 Excellent

Ockert F., Toronto, Canada

Incredible property in the perfect location
This apartment is absolutely gorgeous with an amazing view and centrally located. Our stay was absolutely perfect leaving nothing to be desired. The apartment itself was spotless and well stocked for our family. The checking in and checking out process was seamless, with easy and clear communication from the owner. Outside our door we had easy access to all the sites either by walking or transit. Hopefully we are lucky enough to return to this beautiful property.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2024

8/10 Good

Beth N.

Bordeaux fairy tale view
Overall enjoyed the property- it was quite well situated for getting around town, restaurants, night life, etc. The bedrooms were like quiet little cocoons- minimal noise for an apartment. The only item to note was both rooms had more like a Queen plus size bed. The check in process and communication with the manager could not have been easier! Very clean and tidy property.
Stayed 5 nights in Jan 2024

8/10 Good

Ann T.

Medieval View, Modern Convenience
The view out the windows can transport you to the ancient heart of Bordeaux, as this apartment sits in one of the buildings that replaced the ancient palace of the Aquitaine dukes. But in addition to this location in a UNESCO world heritage city, you have the convenience of a lift, wifi, and modern kitchen. The apartment is as described and very comfortable. Cafes, wine stores, and other shops are just out the door. This is a popular part of Bordeaux and the place/square is full in the evenings. You'll feel in the center of a lively city. We had a car and found parking at the Victor Hugo garage to be most convenient. Most city landmarks are in walking distance, with the tram stop nearby as well. Staff was very pleasant to work with -- thank you!
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2022

10/10 Excellent

sandra p., Watertown, USA

Great apartment, perfect location
Wonderful, spacious apartment in a great location. Near cafes, restaurants, a lovely square attracting many people drinking wine or coffee
Stayed 10 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Charles P., Sydney Australia

Large well located apartment
We stayed at this apartment for 5 nights and found it to be excellent - from allowing us an early check-in, the cleanliness of the place, the size of the apartment and especially the location, it made this a great place to stay on our return visit to Bordeaux
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

John M.

Great location.
Very spacious and clean apartment and Charlotte was there to greet us. Bar opposite was a little noisy at times but not in a raucous way. Close to the tram and bus for the airport. Check out ticket options.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Carmen A.

You feel like home
Appartement traversant avec des pièces spacieuses et une belle hauteur sur plafond, très tranquille malgré la proximités des bars et des restaurants et à 2 pas de la Garonne pour faire du sport. Ambiance très cosy. Petit bémol pour le plan de cuisson de la cuisine (petit et lent).
Stayed 9 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

keith t.

Wonderful place to stay
What an excellent place to stay! centrally located. grocery store around the corner. small bar across the street for a night cap. easy walk to everywhere. We took a wine tour and seems the main pickup spot for tours is a few minutes walk. The apartment was very comfortable. I would definately rebook here! Cant wait to come back. Thanks for a great stay!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2022

10/10 Excellent

Wendy R., Berkeley, CA

The Best!
We loved staying in this apartment. Charlotte was so helpful checking us in and helping us out. I recommend this apartment highly!
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2021

10/10 Excellent

Andrew K.

Bordeaux gem
Perfect location and very convenient to walk everywhere. Pictures of listing were very accurate but the whole apartment was bigger than we expected. Charlotte was very easy to communicate with and extremely helpful. When we had some difficulties getting our car to the apartment at the end of our stay due to some unexpected road issues, Charlotte went out of her way to help us navigate the very challenging roads. She is a real gem and so is the apartment. We would stay there again if we return.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2021

10/10 Excellent

Jacqueline G.

Excellente situation
Bel appartement mais le stationnement autovest difficile
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2021

10/10 Excellent

Robyn M.

Highly recommend
Fabulous light, spacious apartment with all the amenities required, with wonderful views of the Porte Caihau and perfect location to enjoy the beautiful city of Bordeaux.
Stayed 30 nights in Oct 2020

10/10 Excellent

Katie H.

Excellent location!
Spacious apartment in perfect walking distance from restaurants and shops. Would definitely recommend!
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2019

10/10 Excellent

Rob B.

Fantastic
The apartment is in an amazing location right in the heart of Bordeaux town, which was convenient for seeing the city on foot as well as for day tours to surrounding areas. Both check-in and check-out were very easy and the apartment itself was very well equipped with some thoughful touches. It was also surprisingly quiet for such a central location. There are plenty of cafes, bars, restaurants, and shops neaby but at night there was no noise. I’d definitely stay here again if I went back to Bordeaux and I’d recommend it to others.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2019

10/10 Excellent

Suzanne A.

Great apartment and convenient location
We enjoyed every moment of our stay in Bordeaux. The apartment was very comfortable, and conveniently located.
Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2019

10/10 Excellent

Ann S.

Beautiful home base for exploring Bordeaux
Thank you for your wonderful hospitality, making sure we were comfortably settled in for a terrific few days in Bordeaux! We appreciated your suggestions for restaurants in the neighborhood and sightseeing in the immediate area and farther afield.. The apartment was perfect for our group, spacious and lovely, with that unsurpassed view onto the Porte and the Place du Palais! Would recommend highly!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2019

8/10 Good

Michael M.

Wonderful Location
Our family enjoyed our stay and loved the location.
Stayed 8 nights in Mar 2019

8/10 Good

Vivian B., London, UK

Authentic experience, very clean apartment
- Very clean - Well-equipped, even has laundry tablets, dish detergent etc. - View out one of the windows in the living room is what you see in the photo, is indeed very romantic - Quieter neighbourhood, supermarket just 30 secs away, many bakeries nearby (husband went to a different one every morning and they were just a few minutes walk) - Walk to the main tourists spots - wifi works very well - Staying amongst local french neighbours, makes for an authentic experience. - Very efficient check-in and out. Suggestions: - Apartment needs a little investment - desperately need new kitchen knives, brighter lights and/or more lighting, fixing of cracks in the walls etc. - Nearest carpark - Saliniere - is a 10 minute walk through "less scenic" neighbourhood along the tram tracks, best pick another close enough one
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2018

10/10 Excellent

Rachel O.

Lovely stay
Lovely apartment in old Bordeaux. I definitely recommend it!
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2018

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Great location, comfortable beds, all amenities available. Would stay again.
Family of 4, stayed 4 nights in July. Fab location, historic district. Arrangements with Charlotte for access and departure went smoothly. Fans in bedroom to help circulate air. Comfortable beds. Washing machine was a great plus. Well equipped kitchen. We wanted for nothing. Would definitely stay again. Thank you!!
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2018

8/10 Good

Tillie H., Kirkland

Great!
Nice and clean. Great property managers! Very central location.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2018
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Sally S., Lisbon, Portugal

Fairy tale apartment, perfectly located
The apartment, view and location could not be better--airy and spacious, and right in the heart of the historic district of Bordeaux. Fleur and Charlotte were lovely to deal with--merci beaucoup!
Stayed 5 nights in Nov 2017
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

8/10 Good

Ian H., Belfast Northern Ireland

Spacious and comfortable
The apartment is not far from the river, close to the tram, and very adjacent to lots of restaurants etc. It is no more than a few hundred metres from the main shopping streets. Although on the 4th floor of an old building there is a perfectly adequate, albeit small, lift. Working TV and wi-fi, nice comfortable chairs and beds. One unfortunate side-effect of the old building with shutters is that the curtains seemed difficult to erect, were very tall, and failed to keep out early morning light effectively. It was very hot and humid weather, and the fans provided were appreciated. It is probably my fault but we failed to spot in the specification that the kitchen had only two electric rings and no oven. There was a "dual" microwave, which purported to work as a small oven, but in practice didn't appear to, its temperature seemingly always 220F. This meant that if one wanted to visit markets and self-cater it wasn't easy. We found the manager most charming and helpful, booking us a taxi back to the airport and helping with at least one other query. Strongly recommended for location and comfort, and the caveats mentioned may not be an issue for many.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2017