This really is a great place to stay. Diana is a lovely host and made me feel very welcome in her home. The flat is nice and has everything you might need for your stay. Don't be put off by the description of the exterior of the building - it's no where near as bad as Diana says! I was coming in very late at night and the neighbourhood felt perfectly safe. Good transport links into and around London - a short bus journey into Islington itself, with its abundance of shops, bars and restaurants. I would highly recommend this as a great place to stay and I will definitely be back!