Nicholas’s place is right in the center of Thornton Heath, with only 5min walk to the Thornton Heath train station. The tesco superstore and the local leisure center (gym) are also within walking distance (6-8min) from the house, which is massively convenient and beneficial for my stay. The house is kept in a very tidy state and there is a cleaner coming in every other week. You got everything you need in the house - as you share the kitchen and bathroom with the rest of family members. Nicholas and his family are lovely and would always respond promptly if I need any help. I also had many pleasant chats with them which is brilliant! Everyone in the house is mindful of each other’s privacy and always try to be quiet in the evening - that’s definitely a bonus for those who prefer to be living in quiet surroundings. The only less-than-perfect side is that the room is situated right next to the entrance of the house and the bed is only a thin wall away from the entrance door. So when people head out in the morning, shutting the door naturally caused some noise that can wake you up if you’re a lightsleeper like me; but wouldn’t be a problem if you’re a deep sleeper. Overall, this is a lovely place to be living in especially for longer stays.