The thing that amazed us most about this place was how quiet and close to nature it was, in spite of being so central and in a very lively part of London.
Our room was spacious and full of light as described, but the description didnt mention that the large window of the room as well as a door from the kitchen opens onto a tiny courtyard with blackberries that were being picked by wild birds, pigeons or a cute grey squirrel. We left the window blinds open, because it was so delightful to watch the animals, and no street or window is overlooking that courtyard.
Rather than taking the tube, we took a ride on the doubledecker bus from the centre of town, driving past Regents Park and its great mosque and other amazing sights to someone coming from another country (Hamburg, Germany in our case). The front door is in quite a busy street with great pubs, stores and restaurants from delicous ans atmospheric persian cuisine to genuine fish and chips.
When you enter, you pass through the house that faces the street, cross a lovely courtyard where Amit and his guests spend warm evenings among potted plants. Then you enter his house, which is tiny and very old - one of the oldest of the district we were told - but renovated to the highest standard on the inside. One little detail - in the glistening white kitchen, instead of a kettle there is a "quooker", which is a function of the tap on the kitchen sink that gives you instant boiling water for your tea or coffee! You are also free to use the gas cooker, a small and large oven with all functions you could wish for, a whole shelf in a clean fridge and free access to spices and condiments you might not want to buy or bring for a short stay. There are two dishwashers as well, which can be handy.
We were sharing the flat with Amit and Trish, who are quiet, considerate and friendly flatmates, making you feel totally at home but also very much at ease and free to move as you wish. Sharing the bathroom with a wonderful walk- in shower was not a problem, since there is a second toilet and Trish let very early to go to work, whereas Amit seemed to only appear when you needed him.
Also not mentioned was the pure spiritual atmosphere that is very important to Amit, the wonderful host, who took a genuine and wholehearted interest in our experiences and feelings at the meditation retreat we went to. He will also advise you on any aspects of your holiday you need help with.
So we were totally happy and will definitely stay here again if we return to this part of London.