The stay at Funke's place was great and memorable. This is an old style independent villa with the ground floor for the guests and first floor for Funke and her family. Funke and her son were great hosts. They ensure clear communication but still manage to allow a lot of privacy for the guests. They are very friendly if one wants to interact and be social too.
The ground floor has two rooms, this listing is for the slightly smaller one. Room was spacious and had a working desk and chair. There is a small fridge in the room which was very convenient. Though there is no freezer compartment. The room does not have a window for natural light, so have to manage with a chandelier and a pedestal lamp. However the room is adequately ventilated. Bed is very comfortable and good quality and warm at nights. Overall it is a bit cold place due to the old style home but heating was moderately sufficient.
There is a nice garden in the rear. The common areas are seldom used but worthwhile when sunny.
Toilet and walk in bath is small but can manage. We need to carry towels and toiletries. Equipments like washing machine, toaster and cloth liners were very helpful for me. Can cook now and then if you have some basic stuff also. on garbage, I used to accumulate and dispose but Funke may arrange too. On cleaning, the common areas are maintained moderately well. I used to maintain my room myself.
The home is in prime area and steps away from the tube and bus stops. The place is very quiet and pleasant too. Aldi and Sainsbury is a 10 mins walk and very large. And it's private so you can drop in anytime and leave anytime, we get a set of keys including a key to our room.
The other room is occupied by Elizabeth who is very friendly and nice.
Overall a great stay and good value for people who are coming to London for the first time and looking for stop gap sta arrangements.