Overall, our stay at Max and Billie's flat was great!
*Pros included:
1) An AMAZING location. The flat is located on a quiet street, but is very close to the Notting Hill Gate station and Portobello Market. Lots of places to eat, grab coffee, etc. in walking distance.
2) The hosts provided clear and accurate communications. The check-in/check-out procedures were very easy and everything was ready right at 3 p.m. for our arrival.
3) The little kitchenette includes everything you could need. We appreciated having a toaster, mini-fridge, etc. for snacks throughout the week.
*Cons (or really, just things to keep in mind when booking):
1) Flat is not huge. If you intend to spend a lot of time in the room this might not be the place for you. That being said, the table and chairs fold up, so we hid them in the corner and voila! plenty of space to walk around and put our luggage.
2) There is no AC and the upper window does not open. We were able to use the provided fan and let a breeze in through the balcony door, but in the heat of the summer this could be uncomfortable.
3) The flat has a lofted bedroom with ladder. The loft is quite spacious (I'm 5'7 and had no issues standing) and has a queen bed. We quickly became comfortable with the ladder, but if you have mobility issues or a fear of heights, maybe not your place.
4) Wifi was a tad spotty our first couple days, but leveled out towards the second half of our stay. The passwords are provided for each floor, so you might find that another floor has a better connection with your device.
Once we reorganized a bit and settled in, the flat worked perfectly for our purposes. It isn't fancy or brand new, but if you are looking for a great location for a decent price, this is definitely an option to consider!