Heather is a friendly host who will happily share information and suggestions for the area. We stayed in her apartment while visiting London. The commute into the city was very easy from the Lewisham station. It was about a 5 minute walk from the station to the apartment. There is also a shopping mall with a grocery store right across the street so that was convenient as well. The small village of Blackheath which is about a 20 minute walk from the apartment (the train can take you there too) is a fun place to walk around and has lots of yummy restaurants.
The apartment itself was very nice and had everything we needed. A full kitchen, bathroom, and washer and dryer. The doorman is especially friendly and helpful.