Staying at Barclays place for our London weekend trip was one of the reasons why we've had a great time!! We checked in very early, which was no problem at all for Barclays family. That made our first day very easy, because we didn't need to carry our bags around all day. The place is very comfortable for two people and very! close to all the bars and nice places in shoreditch.
Barclay is a great host - always offering help with finding us around :) but he and his family were also very great in giving us space and privacy. I totally recommend this place for people who want to get around in central London, but also like to be in a neighborhood with a "local vibe".