This apartment is HUGE! I traveled with my husband and a dear friend, so the 2 bed/2 bath amenity was a big plus. The neighborhood is lovely, and has everything you need within a short walk (we frequented the local kebab shop and the Little Waitrose a lot). The kitchen is very spacious and we made great use of it, cooking breakfast every day and having a few dinners there, too.
The flat is incredibly close to the tube (literally a 1-2 minute walk) AND the bus stop, and we had no issues traveling all over London from there. The neighborhood is quiet, we felt absolutely safe walking around at night, and we wouldn't hesitate to stay there again. The backyard space was even bigger than we expected, and I greatly enjoyed the bird watching!
There was no kettle in the kitchen, but there is a boiling water faucet, so we used that for our morning coffee and an occasional cup of tea. I would suggest adding a teapot so you could make a whole pot of tea, but that's a minor thing, and in no way detracted from our lovely stay in Notting Hill.
We appreciated the extra linens and towels, and the washer/dryer unit in the apartment (which meant we could pack fewer clothes and wash/dry them there). We were also glad to have an extra set of keys, so we could split up during the day without one person being locked out or in.
Thanks again to Shane & his wife for their hospitality and help. We highly recommend this spot.