When you climb the steps to this mezzanine apartment and enter into its open-plan living area, there’s one thing you’ll notice first. Pretty much everything, from the cushions to the curtains and even the kitchen sink (well, the tap anyway) is black. The result is a simple yet dramatic space that you’d never guess was once part of a bicycle factory — the only clue being the bicycle garage at your disposal. The apartment is just right for a couple’s getaway, with two comfy armchairs where you’ll relax and watch TV after a day exploring the historic city streets by foot or bike, and a small two-seater dining table where you’ll enjoy simple meals cooked up in the kitchenette. Right by the Grosse Cloche, you’re in the centre of Bordeaux and well within walking distance of sights like the Porte Cailhau and Bordeaux Cathedral. Once you’re done exploring for the day, there’s a king-size bed waiting for you on the upper level.