A big thank you to Gina for allowing me to stay in her wonderful apartment tucked in Notting Hill!
The apartment is as advertised and really comfortable. Notting Hill gate tube is just around the corner and it is just 2 stops away from paddington station which Heathrow express stops and leaves and it is on central line which takes you to oxford st in no time. Even with the tube strike happening during my stay, bus 94 operates for 24h and brought me back from Piccadilly Circus promptly after my musical.
Around the corner is a good Italian restaurant called Valentino, you can get good cheese and also enjoy great pasta. Coffee served there wasn't great though.
Finding the apartment was easy as Gina gave very specific and clear instructions. Found my way with no problems.
Would definitely consider staying in this apartment again! Thanks Gina!