Disclaimer: this is a very emotional review❤️❤️❤️
This is not my first time to use Airbnb, but this was my first time to stay with a host in the same place, usually I rent the whole place, but with London’s prices that was so tricky.
I stayed at Iwona’s place for the whole month of June,2022 as I was preparing for my PLAB 2 exam.
From the very first moment of communicating with her even before booking, I could feel that there is something special about her. She was so warm and welcoming and that showed from the way she communicates promptly and nicely.
When I arrived she welcomed me with a cup of tea and showed me around. She was so sweet to provide me with a new sim card, as I didn’t get the chance to buy one from Heathrow Airport. Also she provided me with a spacious cupboard in her kitchen and two shelves in her fridge. She directed me on how to go around and where to go for shopping.
Since day one, she made sure to make me feel home, and she introduced me to her adorable children❤️❤️❤️ who are so friendly and well-behaved.
The room itself is so convenient with a very comfortable bed and spacious wardrobe and a proper working desk with beautiful fresh tulips welcoming you upon arrival😊.
She has a fully equipped kitchen and she was so generous allowing me to use everything I needed.
The most unique place for me at Iwona’s house was the backyard. She has a beautiful little garden with outdoor seating area and a swing, which I always used when I felt like studying outdoors.
The area where the house is located is a very quiet and serene. And it is only a short walking distance from the train, many groceries shops like co-op, Sainsbury and Tesco express.
Regarding Iwona’s herself, she is really a warm genuine person full of positivity. I always enjoyed our chats, and I will never forget how supportive she was whenever she finds me feeling low or self-doubting ❤️❤️❤️ she always knows what to say to lift you up.
We shared the same passion about fitness and working out, and she even let me use her bicycle when she knew that I love cycling, and provided me with a yoga mat when I asked for one.
For me, Iwona hasn’t just provided me with a place in her house, she provided me with a HOME and a FAMILY.
I highly recommend Iwona as a host and her place to stay in for short or long periods.