Richard's a good host who is prepared to go to extra lengths to accommodate your requests. One of the most affordable places in London.
The room is conveniently located at Stratford. The vicinity around Woodgrande Road/Forest Gate is equipped with most amenities a traveller needs - currency exchange, supermarkets, cheap eats (from Indian takeaways to Wetherspoon's Pub to McDonald's). Bus 25 takes you into central London in 45-50 mins.