The Oval, and its lovely hosts, Shannon and Rodney, exemplify what is best about Airbnb. From the moment I arrived, I was treated with extraordinary kindness and hospitality. In addition to providing a comfortable room at a great price in a fantastically convenient location, Shannon and Rodney included wonderful, thoughtful touches. For example, they had an umbrella and an Oyster (transit) card ready for me, in case I needed one. They opened their home, their fridge and their lovely gardens to me, and treated me like an old friend. They had lots of lovely people by when I was staying, and that just added to the feeling that I had friends in London, a place I'd never been before. When I returned from a day of wandering, they offered me a glass of wine or something to eat, and they shared tea and fruit salad and tasty bread from the bakery downstairs for breakfast. I got some great tips for unusual sight seeing, as well. Their rooftop garden is a fantastic place to unwind at night, with a great view of the city. If you are looking for an experience that transcends the anonymity of hotels and generic tourist stuff, The Oval is for you!