Helen's place is a perfect base to explore central London. This was my 5th visit to London, but the 1st time I have stayed south of the river and I only wish I had discovered this area sooner. Southwark area isn't as hectic or as touristy as staying in Soho or near King's Cross or Trafalgar Square, yet you still get excellent access to the city.
It's a 5 min walk to the Southwark tube station and an easy stroll to the restaurants along "The Cut" and within Bankside; you will never be too far from a good meal if you don't have the energy to venture too far after a long day. Borough Market, a treasure trove for foodies, is just a 10-15 min scenic walk along the river. Tesco Express and Sainsbury's are steps from the door for some grocery essentials, fresh fruit or for satisfying a late evening craving for ice cream.
As a party of 3, the flat was comfortable for our nearly 2-week stay; everything you would need is provided. The main living/kitchen area was large enough for us to relax, converse and enjoy a countertop meal while watching TV. The place was clean, shows as pictured, and the hosts proactively checked in to make sure we were ok and finding everything comfortable. They left simple check-in instructions and accessing the 2nd floor flat was even easier with the lift. It was pleasure to unwind with a Netflix movie and enjoy a Nespresso after a day of exploring the city. The WIFI worked fine and I was able to get some work done and conduct virtual meetings with no problems. The rumbling of the overground train might be too loud for some light sleepers, but I found it comforting (I love trains!)... so just keep that in mind to close the window if you think it might bother you.
This was my first international trip since the pandemic began and after the stress of navigating all of the new testing protocols and UK entry requirements, we appreciated being able to come "home" to such a secure and comfortable place. Next time I visit, I can only hope Helen's place is available again as it would be my first choice.