This was my first ever Airbnb experience and it was absolutely perfect. I stayed at Vanessa’s flat for 8 days (March 4-11). The room was so lovely and extremely clean and nicely decorated - light and bright with sweet touches and everything I could need and more (power plug adapters, fresh pink roses, assorted teas & kettle, vegan chocolates, books on London and vegan London spots, wifi, desk, dresser, garment rack, full mirror, extremely cosy comfortable bed.) My adjoining, private bathroom was also impeccably clean (felt newly updated) and all I could need was provided (soap, hand soap, shampoo, toothpaste, room spray etc - all delightful and vegan). I really felt so at home, secure and relaxed in this space! In addition to providing all this for the room/ensuite, Vanessa was everything you would want in a host: warm, welcoming, friendly, easy-going, helpful and knowledgeable of the area, vegan options and London (also Brighton).
I enjoyed walking to breakfast at Gallery Cafe, dinner at Young Vegans Pizza and enjoyed running in nearby Victoria Park - and much more - all in the neighborhood in walking distance from the apartment. I always felt very safe. The Bethnal Green tube station (Central line that got me wherever I needed to go) is just a short walk (5 min).
Another bonus to me was the family actually living there. Orly (adorable 4-year old), Doug and Vanessa are all exceptional humans and it was such a pleasure for me to be there. They totally respect if you are wanting privacy and just a place to stay without interaction. However, for me, I found Vanessa to be such a kind, cool, interesting woman, it was such a joy to visit with her here and there. I was so busy running around but wish I could’ve stayed longer to enjoy more conversation with her.
Obviously, I will 100% stay here again and I highly recommend this Airbnb to anyone wanting to stay in east London. Thanks Vanessa!! xx