This is a basement (you have to go down stairs, so if you have any ambulatory problems, probably not the best choice) flat that is very, very light. There are windows in every room so it doesn't feel like a basement. If you're like us, you will be out and about the entire day until late in the evening, so you don't require a lot of amenities. Having said that--it's a grown-up place. There is no television or play area. There is a glass coffee table. It's really cool, but probably would be a concern for parents of children. And there's an open (read: no way to shut off access) wine cellar off the dining room that could be a concern for children (access to the shelves of bottles). We loved it. Our host was very "in touch" to make sure all was well. The central location just blocks from Earls Court Underground Station easy access to all of the London tourist attractions. We took a cab from Heathrow and it was 55 pounds. We used our Oyster card to return and it was 1.80 per person. Lesson learned. Great pubs all along Earls Court. I loved the Bolton. Highly recommend this host.