Penny is a kind host, but this house was very cluttered and messy. The small bedroom you stay in is clean and manageable, but little else of the house is. In the bedroom there is ample clothes storage (a wardrobe and dresser). There is also a hair dryer to use.
The kitchen however was cluttered, with food items and plates and papers stacked everywhere. There is not much storage space for food (one short shelf of the fridge and about a square foot of counter space) or much use of anything other than the toaster, kettle, and microwave. There is also no filtered water. There is a small dining table for you to use in the kitchen, but there is only one spot clean. The bathroom was also full, and the shower remained clogged for the month-long duration of my stay. Since I had to quarantine for my first week in London, staying there full time was overwhelming. She did follow Covid-19 protocols very strictly which I appreciated.
Penny was very polite every time I spoke to her, but she often stays up on the phone until midnight. Since the walls are thin, it is difficult to fall asleep if you are a light sleeper. Her new neighbors are also very loud in the morning into the late night. She also made plans on the day of my arrival, so her daughter was there to greet me instead, which I found a bit odd.
The location is very convenient, with a grocery shop and lots of food places nearby. There is also a bus stop about 1 minute away and a train station about 10 minutes away. Additionally, she has a lovely garden. The internet connection was excellent as well. I would recommend her house if you need to stay for a short period in London for low cost.