Alessandro's studio was a great value, especially compared to the cost of hotels in the Victoria neighbourhood, and made our first visit to London incredibly comfortable. While we didn't get to meet Alessandro in person, he was very accessible by phone and even allowed us to pick up the keys an hour early - which was very much appreciated after a long flight. The studio was extremely clean, and a standing fan was included to make our stay on the top floor much more comfortable in the summer heat. The bottle of wine and snacks included were also certainly appreciated. We felt very safe walking around the neighbourhood, and it was very convenient to get around the city with Victoria and Pimlico train stations located within walking distance. Many of the places we visited, including the Apollo Victoria Theatre, Westminster Abbey, and Buckingham palace, were themselves within walking distance from the apartment. And the proliferation of restaurants and pubs in the neighbourhood made choosing a place to eat a very difficult task, as there were so many options. Our only complaints would be that you do hear quite a bit of noise coming from other rooms on your floor (but this is probably unavoidable), and the bed isn't the most comfortable. However, overall we were very happy with our choice to stay at Alessandro's studio, and it was a great accommodation for our week-long stay in London.