This is the first time I have used AirBnB. I must say, the experience has been a very pleasant one and surely beat my expectation. Thank you, AirBnB for this fantastic initiative.
I stayed in Niamh’s apartment initially for five days and later extended it for another 8 days. I will first talk a little bit about the apartment. Location wise, I don’t think it could have been any better. It is only 7 minutes’ walk to the nearest tube or bus station. In terms of connectivity, the place works out wonderful. There are some nice foods joints in the vicinity and there is also convenience store located just downstairs. The store carries more or less everything that a person might need to survive for short term period!! The people running the stores are extremely friendly too (thanks a lot D & Ali, it was a pleasure knowing you guys), I am sure you will also like them very much. As for the food, I loved the Turkish restaurant on the Leyton High Street; I think it was called Café Anatolia. Highly recommended.
The apartment itself was very nice & clean. It is very nicely decorated by Niamh and she is very passionate about it. She also took my two penny advice on some home décor :-)! The bedroom is very clean, private and the large window allows proper air circulation. The toilet was also spacious and clean.
Finally my host Niamh, she is absolutely gem of a person. She gave me very good suggestions on the places I should visit and the best way to get there. She is thoughtful, caring and attentive about the small things that make a huge difference. A good example is the Phone charger; she placed a phone charger in the bedroom & dining room for guests, in case they forget to bring it. She is extremely accommodating, as sometimes I was coming back very late and she did not have any problem with it. Finally her two cats, Milli & Billi are simply wonderful, provided you are a cat person.
To conclude, my experience at Niamh’s apartment was a fantastic one. The apartment location is great & the person running the show is outstanding. There is no doubt that I will be staying here during my next visit to London.
Thanks a lot for the lovely time Niamh!! Keep up the service and wish you all the best.