the flat is as described; a bit rough but if you can accept that, it's a really great value. the location is amazing - steps from broadway market and regents canal (you can see the canal from the balcony), full of life and cafes, restaurants, etc.
the flat is on the third floor, the room is very big, sheets were clean and it was quiet and private. the furniture is weird as described which i'm totally cool with, i like that decor. the room feels secure with a combination locked door, very little noise from outside (it's on the third floor) because it looks out on to the interior park. there are two or three other rooms upstairs that other guests stay in, i hardly saw them. the bathroom smells a bit funny and is again somewhat rough, but it wasn't too gross, very useable. it's so cheap for london that you can overlook these things.
the kitchen has an industrial feel to it and was kept pretty clean. overall it's great value, it feels very secure and the bed was clean and comfortable.
i had a small issue with an extra guest staying in a common space in the apartment who was not disclosed to me before my arrival. adrien was being kind to a friend and letting her stay around while she sorted out some things. i brought it up to him and he was responsive about it. my only real complaint about the experience.
adrien himself is kind and nice, and makes you feel welcome. in any airbnb review what it comes down to is - would you book this place again? for how inexpensive and well located this place is, i definitely would.