This was the ideal situation for me - a warm, light, spacious room with tea/coffee, comfortable bed and a TV - within a very short walking distance of the train station and the shops. Claire's home is perfectly located for access to Kingston and London and I was able to take the train in and out of London to see a West End show without worrying about getting home at night. It was also perfect for the airport as the bus stop for direct buses to Heathrow is just a few minutes walk away. Claire and Alan were wonderful hosts and I felt very at home there. Claire was a great source of tips for getting around and went above and beyond the call of duty several times! I enjoyed our conversations very much and had a peaceful, restful stay in her lovely house. Would wholeheartedly recommend.