We had a wonderful time staying in Philip and Euardo's gorgeous London flat. It is beautiful and spacious as it looks in the photos but you really have to see this magical place to believe it! It is exactly as advertised and then some. We have three children, ages 13, 12 and 11, plus my wife and me, and we had plenty of space. It's an ideal spot for a family. Two of the boys slept in the charming garden cottage and they really loved this cozy space. The main flat is very spacious and beautifully decorated, with a very comfortable living room, and two very comfortable bedrooms. The master bedroom has a fabulous bay window which looks out at the park. The original Victorian shutters are still in place, so if you like historic homes, you'll love this, plus the other lovely period features blended in with modern convenience and comfort. The beds were all very comfortable and the indoor shower was fantastic. Lots of hot water and great water pressure. The outdoor sun shower in the garden was to die for!! And what a fantastic roomy kitchen to cook in! You cannot beat the area either as a base or as a neighbourhood to relax and soak up the culture and goodness of Hackney. It's a friendly neighbourhood within walking distance of grocery stories, cafes and restaurants, and it's also very close to public transportation. Directly across the street lies Hackney Downs, a wonderful park our children enjoyed spending hours in. It's a very walkable neighbourhood full of shops and restaurants. Philip is very kind and welcoming and gave us a great orientation to the property. He was readily available when we had a few questions. Philip also has great suggestions of restaurants and local activities suitable for families. Great wifi and television with Netflix and British cable.And if this isn't all marvellous enough, the flat comes with a charming and very friendly cat named Violet, plus a fox who visits in the backyard. The backyard is a magical garden, with wonderful lawn chairs beside lily ponds. The flowers and foliage were mind blowing. Our kids enjoyed filling the bird feeders and watching the huge variety of birds which visited. The birdsong was lovely. This flat is a sanctuary in a very large city, so a wonderful base from which to explore London and a wonderful retreat to return to after a busy day. We would come back to Philip and Eduardo's place in a heartbeat! They are remarkable hosts with a gift for creating an ambient, artistic and deeply relaxing environment. May you be fortunate enough to spend time in their beautiful home.