Location, location, location! Close to Portobello, in the heart of Notting Hill, shops all around, it's a terrific neighborhood. I really liked how reactive and accommodating Max and Billie were, and enjoyed the studio apartment. Sure you'd better be physically fit to climb the stairs to the 5th floor. So it proved to be a good work out for yours truly. The one thing that didn't live up to my expectations, was the awfully soft mattress. Other than that, it's a good value and Max and Billie are considerate hosts.