Ed is an amazing host, very accomodating and responds very quickly to any queries/ messages. The house is very conveniently located near two metro stations and numerous buses which take you rather quickly into the city. Islington is a nice neighborhood and feels safe. There is a bars-shopping area within a 10 min walk. The house is roomy and with lots of light, but it is very vertical, spreading across 4 floors, which must be born in mind if travelling with small children or someone with reduced mobility. Some parts of the house are new and well taken care of (the kitchen is very well equipped for instance), while others are a bit less well kept. There are two bathrooms but one of them is more like a wet room. Beds are comfortable (bear in mind all duvets are filled with feather down in case you have allergies, as I do! Ed was super kind to provide me with a microfibre duvet for our stay). This is their actual family home so storage space is limited for clothes and food (but we managed!). All in all it is a great option to explore London.