This was a different airBnB experience than the ones I have had in the past. The email exchanges and answers to questions, while prompt and efficient, were a bit impersonal, more like a rental company and less like you were actually staying in someone's apartment. Which, for some people, could be preferable. They got us what we needed and took care of business, but that's just what it felt like: business as usual and nothing personal. Which is okay, but others might desire a more personal experience with a host.

Let's start with the good: The neighborhood is absolutely wonderful. You have a tube stop within steps, and it's a great line that takes you everywhere you want to go. Within the neighborhood you also have all the amenities and great food you could need, and markets too. The neighbors and the building itself was super quiet. We had four really comfortable (the bed is awesome) sound nights of sleep, which is really all you can ask for in London apartment living.

We never met Emily, just the building manager Phil, who was efficient and fine but not exactly friendly or welcoming like airbnb hosts usually are. Again, this is maybe preferable for some people. The space IS smaller and less bright than it looks in the photos, but it worked fine for us. The shower is miserably small, so don't go into it expecting luxury. It's totally okay for people who want to be out most of the day and night exploring, which is exactly what we wanted to do/did.

Also beware that check out time is 10 am which I thought was a little extreme: I don't think I've ever had to be out of a hotel that early, and certainly not an airbnb. They did kindly let us leave our bags in the hall while we explored the city a little more, but the 10 am check out could cause an inconvenience for some.

All in all, I can't say I don't recommend the place: I would stay in that neighborhood and on that quiet lovely street again in a heartbeat. And the bed was to die for, and it was quiet at night and in the mornings. However, it was just a little bit different than what the typical airbnb experience normally is.

I thank Emily for her prompt responses during our stay. :)