Ian has a very large, beautiful flat in an elegant section of London that appears to have been recently remodeled. You will have a lovely bedroom with a very comfortable bed and a separate bathroom with both a large shower stall and a separate tub. Note that the bathroom is not ensuite; it is down the hall from the bedroom. There is a large kitchen, and you even have a separate small refrigerator. The flat is a short walk to Hyde Park. It is also a short walk (about 4 1/2 blocks) to Paddington Station where you can get the underground or national rail services. On the way to the underground are some nice, modestly priced restaurants. Ian’s flat is ideally located. London is very big and you will need to take the underground, a bus, or a train to pretty much wherever you wish to go. Paddington, however, is a convenient starting point.
As for your host, Ian, he couldn’t be nicer, more charming, or more helpful. You will also enjoy the company of your (4-legged) hostess, Purdee, an adorable cocker spaniel. Purdee is a delight, sooooooo sweet and loving. We stayed for 2 weeks in June 2017. When we booked Ian’s flat we were deciding between Ian’s place (not private) and a private apartment near Brick Lane. We are so glad we made the choice we did. Our stay could not have been better. We would be happy to return!