The Snug is a great value. It has pretty much everything needed for a comfortable stay for three adults and it is in a nice neighborhood. By placing the twin bed across the kitchen we were able to create two separate sleeping areas which worked well for our family and we didn’t feel crowded in the small space.
The kitchen allowed us to cook most meals and thus save on eating out. We mostly used Sainsbury’s in Crystal Palace for our groceries (There is also Poundland and several other shops and restaurants nearby, as well as Lidl and Tesco Express in the the other direction from the house.) Bear in mind that on Sundays Sainsbury’s is only open from 11 to 5. We were pleasantly surprised to find that prices are considerably cheaper than in Maine, USA. A £3.50 meal deal includes a sandwich or a warm item, a drink, and a snack like Pain Au Chocolate, for example. There is also an excellent Farmer’s market in Crystal Palace on Saturdays, we passed it regularly when walking to Sainsbury’s.
For transportation we used both the train from Crystal Palace to Victoria Station and bus 3 from Crystal Palace. Buses take longer but we enjoyed the view from the front of the top deck and considered it a part of the experience. You can take bus 3 to Westminster or Horse Guard stop and explore on foot from there or take another bus further. We found that buses can be delayed considerably for various reasons, so if you have to get somewhere on time take the train.
We spent a lot on transportation. If you have kids under 16 make sure to get an Oyster card and ask for assistance to mark it at a child rate. Kids ride at half price on public transport, under 5 go for free with paying adult. Adults can use their regular contactless payment method in lieu of the Oyster card. Both Oyster card and Contactless method will get you to Harry Potter studios via train from Euston Station. Travel off peak to save money. Transport for London website has more specific information, including single fare finder, which I found very helpful.
Kerry responded very quickly to questions and the issue I brought up during our stay was addressed right away. Her instructions were very clear and there was a laminated map and guide available on the shelf in the Snug. The Snug is closer to the road and thus gets a bit more noise when windows are open than her second rental, Little Venice. Keep that in mind if you are debating between the two. I chose the Snug for its layout.
I definitely recommend this location and host!