My partner and I enjoyed our stay in Notting Hill, unfortunately, we missed out on the weekly markets. Our packed schedule meant we were not able to explore the surrounding area as much as we would like. You are a stone throw away (a bus ride) from Kensington and Paddington.
The actual Airbnb is no more than a 5-minute walk from the station. There is no lift access, commuting with luggage may be cumbersome. During our stay, the circle line had some delays and the option of a bus was appreciated. Most grocery stores in the area close at 9:00 PM and there are a limited number of convenient stores.
The bed linen and bed are practically hotel quality, a downside if you cannot afford a sleep-in. The bathroom is small and we found ourselves using the kitchen sink more often the basin in the bathroom. The basin in the bathroom has one hot and one cold tap, which is suitable for those who fill up the basin or require a short blast of water. There is a universal powerboard in case you forget your adaptor.
There is a noise restriction between 9:00 AM-8:00 PM, we found that we had to plan our day around our laundry due to the restriction. If you have a packed agenda, you might find it easier to get your washing done elsewhere.
Billie and Max use the app Klevio, which increases convenience and security. You will need WiFi or access to a mobile data network, to open the door. Billie attaches the WiFi password to the check-in instructions, but I suggest you screenshot this email if you do not have a local/roaming sim. Although there is no storage space at the Airbnb, Billie extended an invite to her office to store our luggage for the day after out 11:00 PM check out, which was truly appreciated.
Overall Billie and Max were very accommodating hosts and kept their lines of communication open to any questions.