The location of the building is ideal for travelling around the Notting Hill / Portabello area, and travel into the touristy area of London (right by the Tube). We both ate and had a pint one evening at the Elgin (local pub) and it was lovely. The building itself is not a row house, but more of an apartment complex. The building is a bit intimidating in its look. The stairs are quite lengthy and pose a challenge with suitcases and kids. The apartment itself was true to its description. Katie is very organized, and the home manual very detailed. Every question answered - we didn't need to contact her during our stay. Our check in was easy, albeit the taxi had a hard time finding the location (be sure to follow the address direction that Katie provides to a Tee!)