This was our first experince with airbnb and it was above all expectations. We received useful updates periodically from the site and directions to our host and was able to pay in 2 tranches. Catherine's place was great, very nice location in the North part of the city, quite neighbourhood, good places to eat nearby, bus station in front of the house (not functional during our stay due to construction, but the next one is just within 5 min walk). Bathroom spotless, good beds, mezzanine is perfect for 4. Breakfast on the house (milk, juice, coffee, cereals, bread, butter, jam, fruits, biscuits, yoghurt). Even a very nice surprise- a home made pie in the last day. Kitchen is shared with 2 other rooms rented on airbnb. We felt it was much better than staying alone, as Catherine provided helpful advice regarding transport, site seeing plans, and even booked us a taxi from the airport to her house at arrival. We very much recomment the place and will come back when in London!