What makes for a perfect Airbnb stay? Opinions might differ over the minutiae but everyone will be seeking comfort, cleanliness, a safe and conveniently-sited location plus good value for money as basic requirements.
Tony's and Kerri's apartment close to the riverside exceeds all expectations in those areas and many others.
Situated within a short walking distance of Vauxhall Station it is also within 5 minutes walk of a number of bus stops that will take you to many of London's premier locations.
The bedroom is very comfortably furnished and it even has a direct view of The Thames through some of the modern buildings that line the riverside.
The sound of trains arriving and departing Waterloo is discernible but the services don't run overnight and in any case there are earplugs at your disposal should you need them. I have never needed to use them myself and I am a light sleeper (in fact I find it quite soothing).
The bedroom is accessed via a short flight of stairs but other than that there is step-free access around the apartment plus in and out of the building. There are two lifts to take you to the ninth floor.
Tony will provide a personalised meet-and-greet on arrival.
Free Wi-Fi is available throughout the apartment.
And that brings me to the part of this Airbnb experience which makes it extra-special - the hosts.
Two lovelier people you could not wish to meet. Tony and Kerri are kind and generous and make you feel that it is not just their home but also yours for the duration of your stay.
And who needs a guide book when you have hosts who have so much local knowledge at their fingertips?
Despite working during the day they are always keen to spend time with their guests be it over the kitchen table, relaxing in the lounge or even, if time permits, having a little walk around the local area.
If there was an Academy Award for Airbnb Hosting then Tony and Kerri would be winners multiple times.
And one must not forget Widget who shares the apartment with Tony and Kerri.
Widget is an extremely friendly cat with very selective dietary requirements (a.k.a. a fussy eater) join the club! He also appreciates being rubbed under his chin!
And if you haven't already twigged it from the above, I would always always choose to stay with Tony and Kerri in preference to anywhere else in London.
I believe that says it all.