Joanne welcomed me warmly, I found more extras in the kitchen and fridge than hosts normally give, and the place is a great little sanctuary. The kitchen is nice and light, with windows to a pretty garden, and I liked the coffee machine (lovely coffee provided!). The whole place, kitchen included, has a nice congenial atmosphere.
The bed linens are quality; the mattress is like a thick cotton futon, quite soft so one tends to sink into it (I am not used to this kind but I got used to it) - the duvet is feather and warm. On the cold winter nights the heating works very well, and I actually opened the window a bit to chill the room down a little as I slept (the duvet was that good).
Joanne was always friendly and responsive, and she was quick to address any noise from the flat above.
The place is in a quiet and pretty street off Newington Green, 3 mins walk from local shops, cafes, pubs and bus routes, and 6 mins walk from the excellent overground line. From the flat it took about 22 mins to West Hampstead, 15 mins to Shoreditch, and about 25 mins to Soho; pretty great.
In short- quiet place, great host, great connectivity to London, warmly recommend!