Laura was amazing. Although she had a broken foot, she continually doted over me and made sure I had everything I needed. Her place is charming and perfectly comfortable. My favorite spot was the garden. It was a lush oasis nestled in the brick and concrete of the city. The bedroom was cozy and I had very good sleep. The Balham neighborhood is quiet in the residential area, but shops and restaurants were very close and filled with people from all walks of life. I loved the diversity. The London Underground station was right down the street and I found the Tube system very easy to navigate. All in all, my visit to London was too short. Laura helped me make the most of it. I would recommend her place and I'm so glad I had the opportunity to make a new friend in Laura.