We had a great stay here. We were looking for an affordable place for friends and family to gather as we converged in London. It's a little way out if you want to be in the thick of London but we actually valued this. It gave us a bit of quiet time after a hectic day in the centre and we really liked the feel of the shops on Frances St. It felt like a real community. We hung out in Hackney quite a bit rather than going into the centre but, as the Central line is 15 mins walk max, it's easy to get in too and was perfect for us as we were arriving and leaving via Liverpoool St. B&B was spotlessly clean with new bedding linen and bathroom towels etc. It's nicely furnished and comfortable. John is a responsive and clear communicator, provides help and instructions in a very timely manner rather than at the last minute, as I have sometimes experienced with Air B&B. We didn't spend time in the garden area, as is was January, but I can see this being a really valuable space in the summer.