My stay with Murielle, Tom, and Alice was truly wonderful. Murielle and Alice welcomed me in, introduced me to their home, and then graciously made space for me in their kitchen and living space while I settled myself into the bedroom, which was clean, bright and cozy, and provided plenty of room. The bedroom has large windows facing the front garden and the River Lea. Guests also have their own half bathroom, sharing only a shower in the main bathroom. There are drinks and a snack waiting in the room for you. Seven Sisters tube station is about a 15 minute walk away, and Sainsbury's supermarket a 10 minute walk. I had a mid-morning flight out of Heathrow and was able to schedule a car pickup at 5:30 AM to Manor House tube station (eight pounds) and go straight to the airport on the Picadilly Line, arriving by 7:00 AM. There is a path that runs for miles along the River Lea and, along this, a tiny, unmarked riverside cafe just a five minute walk south of their home. Stoke Newington high street is also about a 15-20 minute walk away (quicker by bus), offering a more local vibe in cafes, shops, and the unique Abney Park, a cemetery turned nature reserve. It also has a Whole Foods supermarket. When I needed to mail a small box home, Murielle provided the box and helped me figure out the least expensive shipping method. Alice, who was on a school holiday, was chatty, funny company. I highly recommend a stay with Murielle if you are not in a hurry to arrive at the city center daily, enjoy walking, and are apt to enjoy the local culture Hackney has to offer!