My family and I stayed at Bal’s place over Christmas and felt completely at home. It was an easy walk to the high street in Chiswick for necessities, and to the Thames (using the pedestrian underpass). Lots of great pubs within a 20 minute walk (toward The Dove) along the Thames and a playground if you have little ones. Recommend Black Lion and The Old Ship for a pint and meal. Bal was a super friendly and proactive host, responsive and easy to communicate with.