Lorraine's flat is in Stoke Newington - a place where a real community live and where restaurants and cafes cater for regulars - so good food & nice atmosphere in them with some local independent shops. You'll be glad to escape the tourist areas after enjoying what London has to offer to come back here. I'm female and felt safe coming back late nights on the buses & the stop is right outside the house. There are late night shops etc. open - including a health food shop. You share Lorraine's flat with her & her nice friendly family who are well travelled. The bedroom is your own space - comfy double bed, cotton sheets, kettle to make cups of tea etc.. I slept really well here. The bathroom is shared and the shower works well. The flat was warm and cosy.