Before we arrived in London we knew it would be fine to leave our luggage in the secure cupboard just outside Adam's apartment. This is a wonderful facility, especially if you have a heavy case to carry around. As it happened, Adam was earlier home than we had thought so we were able to get ourselves settled in straightaway. Adam was very welcoming and showed us around and told us all the things we needed to know and how everything worked. He left us cereal, milk, coffee, tea, bread, butter and preserves. Adam's apartment was just perfect. Clean, comfortable, very homely and attractive. He pointed out a little damp problem around some of the skirting boards which had occurred when work had been undertaken in the apartment but this didn't affect our stay at all. We were very cosy and warm. The

situation was ideal for getting around. We enjoyed Portobello Market on the Saturday morning - a short walk away. There are lots of nice shops and eating places in the area. At night we slept well and found it to be so, so quiet which we appreciated very much. My daughter who lives in Clapham South stayed over a night with us and couldn't believe the quietness of the apartment - she normally has to wear earplugs! All in all we had a very enjoyable stay at 59b Kensington Square Gardens and would certainly return.