Elaine and David are outstanding hosts. They are friendly, kind, generous, helpful, fun, interesting, and knowledgeable Londoners. I thoroughly enjoyed my stay. I felt like I was visiting friends.
Before arrival, I knew the location was good, but I didn't realize how good. The St Katharine's docks area has a long and rich history and is now coveted real estate where Helen Mirin chooses to live and more ordinary folks dream of living when they win the lotto. You are 50 yards from a small park on the Thames with views of the tower bridge. This park also conveniently has a bikeshare station. There docks themselves have been tastefully revitalized and transformed into a lively restaurant area. Borough market, Globe theater, and Tate Modern are all within walking distance.
Elaine was born and grew up in the neighborhood. David and Elaine enthusiastically shared their knowledge and offered ideas and tips on London and even gave a neighborhood walking tour!
Simply put, it couldn't have been better, even if I stayed at Buckingham Palace.