Mark's home was the ideal setting for our week-long visit to London. Located in lovely Putney, the home is spacious and welcoming with modern and thoughtful design elements. The floor to ceiling glass sliders allowed the kitchen and sitting room to seamlessly flow outside to the beautiful garden. The large private bedroom which my daughter named the "blue room" has a wall of storage and a comfy large bed to slumber in after a full day of adventures in the city, and the adjacent bathroom has spa-like amenities.

Mark and his sweet dog, Dexter, warmly welcomed us into their home. We accessed the Tube each morning and evening (about a 10-15 minute walk through the neighborhood to the East Putney Station) and easily navigated the Underground to all parts of London, including a day trip to the southern seaside town of Brighton and north to Leavesden for the Harry Potter Studio Tour. Mark provided us with continental breakfast selections each morning, and nearby, you can also find great coffee at Artisan Coffee or a fabulous breakfast/lunch at Bill's on Putney High Street... but sitting at Mark's kitchen table can't be beat!

My 10-year old daughter and I both loved staying here. It was our refuge just outside the heart of London after a full day of exploration. Mark's home is kid-friendly with a big back yard and tastefully decorated throughout. It's a great alternative to a posh hotel.