Jan is a superb host and his place is amazing! The decor in the flat is really cool, furnishings are comfortable, and it's got all the amenities you might want. It was just me in the flat, but would have very comfortably fit two.

The location is really terrific, as well. Bethnal Green is a really cool neighborhood, with lots of great cafes, restaurants, and bars. Victoria Park is nearby. It's walkable to Shoreditch and a long walk/short bus ride up to Hackney. I really felt it was the perfect home-base from which to explore some of the most fun neighborhoods in east London. Loads of bus lines, and the Bethnal Green tube station is a 5 minute walk. For basic needs, there's a Tesco supermarket on the same block. I read in one of the other reviews about concerns regarding safety, but I never felt unsafe in or around the area (I'm a 30 year old woman) and walked around alone a lot.

Jan is also extremely knowledgeable about the area. He gave me tons of great suggestions for things to do, eat, and see. He was easy to contact and checked in with me several times during my stay. He met me when I checked-in to the flat and saw me on to my next destination when it was time to check out. Really nice, fun guy to chat with, which is always a bonus in a host!