This room is in a colorful, cozy, and comfortable flat. I felt very at home there. The bed is comfortable, and there is ample closet space. Melissa's kitchen is roomy, and we enjoyed making and eating our breakfast there every morning before heading out for a day of sightseeing. She has a dishwasher, so cleaning up was easy.
The Brixton Underground station is a 5-minute walk away. Buses are close and plentiful. An Iceland grocery and a Sainsbury's Local are both steps away from the Underground station. There are tons of really tasty places to eat in Brixton, too, should you want to eat "close to home," and many great restaurants are a short bus/train ride away.
Melissa herself is just lovely. She's friendly and helpful, but doesn't hover. Staying at her place is like staying with a friend.