Tom is an excellent host who replied immediately to any communications. His flat is spacious, quirky, well equipped and smartly presented, with a sunny balcony for relaxing after a day's work. The ease of getting into central London by train was an added bonus and a couple of regular bus services pass by. It is an easy walk to the main shopping centre of Kingston and to the University too. There is a local shop for daily purchases, a cafe virtually on the doorstep and some excellent pubs and places to eat nearby. Although this was a work visit, the convenient location of the apartment meant we were also able to fit in a couple of theatre visits, a music gig and boat-trip along the Thames. Next time we have commitments in the area we will definitely be hoping Tom's flat will be available again.