The basement studio was exactly as it appeared in the photos and it is very lovely with lots of light from the two front windows. The location was perfect and only a short walk to not only the Russell Street tube station but to the British Museum and the center of London. She has several small children and the noise from above can be at time very loud but in her welcoming letter she apologizes for it and it was nice that she informs guests. The flat was clean and the amenities could not have been better. It was a great place to stay.