It is a truly lovely flat less than a 15 minute Underground ride from Central London ( and most other places- amazingly efficient Tube system)... the kitchen, living room, patio space is a joy to come home to after a day of sightseeing...ate at several local restaurants so didn't cook much in kitchen although it came completely well appointed. I also greatly appreciated the wine and snacks left for us by the host- made a difference upon arrival!!Having 2 bedrooms and 2 bathrooms made it perfect for my daughter and me to have our own space for " getting horizontal " at day's end. Although we never did meet our host ( he apologized due to out of town issues)he was a rapid responder to any questions, concerns, etc. We have nothing but wonderful memories of this our first ( but definitely not our last) trip to the U.K. And our stay in Balham.