For most of our trip we were out and about, so we got the most use of the place (and the kettle) in the mornings and at night.
I appreciated the cleanliness, stylishness, super quick responses to my questions about the heater.
Before we even left home, Doug provided us with restaurant suggestions. Go to Palki! It is a short walk, across the canal (ignore google map suggested route), delicious, friendly.
The apartment is around the corner from a Co-op food store, pharmacy, laundromat/cleaners, restaurants, fruit stands, coffee shops, and is a short walk from Queen’s Park, Westbourne Park and Kensal Green train stations.
If you want to experience a lively London neighborhood, set away from most monuments and tourist attractions, consider this apartment. The area has a lot to offer—South Asian, North African, Persian, Brazilian along with traditional and some ‘hip’ shops, food, culture.
Enjoy your visit.