Situated in a quiet residential area, we found this flat flat to be very quiet at night, whilst also being within fairly easy (level) walking distance of the railway station and convenient for the shops, cafes and restaurants of the Aiguillon area of Arcachon (including the wonderful poissonerie!). It is in a small, private 'complex' of 3 apartment blocks, just off the cycle path.
The accommodation was extremely clean upon arrival, and the decor and furnishings new and very tasteful! The bed was comfy and, unlike other flats I've stayed in, I had no problem sleeping at night!
The flat is very shady, which helps keep it cool. The terrace is also shady, except for lunch time, when there is no shade (an awning or sun parasol would have been nice!) Other than this, the owners have provided just about everything you might need for your holiday, including beach items (buckets and spades, bats and balls, beach mats etc.), a cold bag for picnics or your purchases from the poissonerie, plastic plates, containers and cutlery for picnics, rucksacks for carrying shopping, and lots of useful information! The kitchen was also very well-equipped. In addition, there are two bikes you can use for no extra charge! These are not quite the same standard as hired bikes, but perfectly adequate for cycling around Arcachon. (If you are planning to go further afield, you might want to consider hiring bikes). I was very happy with the ladies' bike, which had a nice, padded seat and came with a basket, (although anyone shorter than me - I'm 5'5" - might find it too high).
The shared pool has sun for most of the day, and is protected from any winds, by high hedges. Like most pools in this area, it is not heated. There are no sunbeds, so if you want to sunbathe after your swim, I suggest you take lilos! Although it is shared by 3 apartment blocks, we had it to ourselves each time we went! It is the same depth all over - fine for adults, but not so good for young children.
The owners, although they live in the UK, could not have been more helpful! We would definitely recommend this apartment!