My elderly parents and I had a wonderful stay here in November. The neighborhood is fun and lively. Everything you need from restaurants, grocery, bars, etc are nearby. My parents, especially, loved all the people everywhere at all times of the day. There’s also a couple tube stations within short walking distance. Unfortunately, at the time of our trip, there was a tube strike until the final day and a half. However, there are several nearby bus stations as well. For all activities on the west side of London, it took much longer than usual because of the strike. But if there hadn’t been a strike, getting to the center and west side of London would have been quick and easy. The final day and a half with the tube running was a breeze and quick.
The place itself is clean and kept well maintained. I feel like it had everything we needed, though we didn’t stay home at the apartment that much. From extra sheets, towels, cookware, utensils, cleaning products, umbrellas, etc. Stela, one of the hosts, was very sweet and communicative. The apartment felt secure and safe. Just be aware that the fridge is tiny. Maybe this is just a London thing. Being from the Philippines, I was expecting to do a large grocery shop at the beginning of the trip for our breakfast foods, beverages and snacks but I wound up having to stock up several times during my stay instead.
The apartment can get a little hot and Stela had instructions on how to lower the boiler, but I don’t like messing with those units. Just a warning for those who get hot easily or suffer through hot flashes.
There’s lots of great Indian food around and there’s a solid Turkish restaurant right across the street My dad was so amused when he counted it only took 5 steps to cross the street to go to that restaurant, lol. The apartment is also above another restaurant and I was a little worried food smells would waft through the vents but that wasn’t the case at all. I wouldn’t recommend that eating there though. The staff are nice but the food isn’t very good. There are way better options nearby.
It was a very comfortable stay and really helped to make our vacation in London a fun, easy and memorable one.
Thank you!