Host admitted that there had been a recent plumbing leak. This could be a fantastic place with the necessary maintenance but we had a very negative experience. Biggest issue was that the primary heating system - radiators in the living room and bedrooms - did not work and we were freezing all weekend. Because there was no heat the foul damp smell (mentioned by previous reviews) was persistent. Massive stain on living room ceiling, stained carpets, plumbing repair in master bathroom not completed (plywood screwed to wall to cover missing tile(s). We paid $2000 expecting luxury and instead had to put up with a cold, damp and foul smelling apartment all weekend. No chance of finding alternate accommodation in London on holiday weekend. Have asked host to rerun 50% and awaiting a response. Host maintain smell was from trash (there was none) and that the radiators were on a schedule (they were controlled by a manual thermostat).