Marcela is a a thoughtful, kind hostess. This was my first airbnb experience, and she made my stay in London so pleasant.

Everything was provided for in the bright, sunlit top-floor studio at the very top of the house (3 flights of stairs): comfortable double bed, bed linen, 2 closets, hangers, drawers, desk, free Wi-Fi, kitchenette with microwave, under-counter fridge/freezer combo, double built-in hob (hot plate), toaster, electric kettle, dishes, salt, vinegar, olive oil, kitchen cleaning products, napkins, cups, bowls, and plenty of utensils. The toilet/shower is en-suite and surprisingly a good size, has a window, and the hostess provides toilet paper, hand and body towel, body wash, and all sorts of toiletry sundries.

Upon arrival, she had kindly provided some fruits, bread, jam, cereal, butter, milk, diet coke, orange juice, tea, sugar, ketchup and mustard, so one needed only buy one's preferred food to feel at home. There's a small tv with freeview available in the room.

When there were a few unexpected issues with heating/water due to general plumbing, it was seen to straight away and sorted.

Marcela was responsive and knowledgeable with questions about visiting London and the surrounding areas. She made great suggestions about where and when to visit places out of the London area and appears to know the area very well. She's intelligent, highly educated, well-traveled, and a great local resource for travelers not familiar with the UK.

Her home is located in a convenient location to the Northern line tube station (less than 4 minutes walk), which will take one to central London in about 30-35 minutes. Buses in all directions to/from central London stop 1 minute walk from the house. The home is a 6-7 minute walk to the local high street, with plenty of necessary stores like Boots (pharmacy), Tesco Express (supermarket), fruit/veg stands, restaurants, and international shops. In the opposite direction to the high street is the wonderfully green and peaceful Hampstead Heath (10 minute walk from the house), a superb place to escape to in order clear one's head after a hectic day running around central London.

There's a washer/dryer available to use (for a fee) on the ground floor kitchen, which was convenient. You also get your own house key, the studio room has a lock/key, and the area is safe for walking late at night. The room is professionally cleaned once a week.

Great first airbnb experience and one I'd gladly return to in the future. Thanks, Marcela!