Nicole is a wonderful host! Quick to respond! Pleasant to communicate with! Her flat is in a beautiful, safe, easy to get around, neighborhood! I arrived around 8:30 pm on Friday and walked to a local Indian restaurant for dinner (Masala - the best Indian food I've ever tasted!). I took the Heathrow Express to Paddington Station and then from there I took a cab. During the weekend, I walked a lot! I was lucky enough to have very sunny and considerably warm weather the whole time so it made it fun to go out and explore! Royal Oak station is about a five-minute walk to the flat! Don't be afraid to get out and walk around the area - lots to see. There is a little market around the corner from the flat as well that has everything you could need and there is a huge market, "Waitrose" that has a huge selection as well. All within walking distance! If you are up for it you can even walk to Kensington Gardens! I would not hesitate to stay at Nicole's again if I'm lucky enough to make the trip over again! She really is a fantastic host! Thank you for everything Nicole!