Simon's lovely, well-appointed little apartment was the best accommodation I have ever had anywhere. Convenient: right across the street from a tube station; three grocery stores (one also directly across the street) within walking distance; a range of restaurants within three blocks. Comfortable: the beds were soft enough to relax after a long day of walking, but firm enough to sleep soundly; the kitchen enabled us to make breakfast each day before setting forth; the curtains were thick enough to allow for late sleep after jet lag. Simon himself is charming, kind, humorous, helpful, and thoughtful.