We stayed for 10 days Aug 23 - Sept 2. Flat is located above busy shops on Kingsland High Street. Very high traffic area at night, particularly on weekends. If lounge windows are open it is very noisy at night with both people and sirens. There is air conditioning which is a life saver. 25 steps up to flat which may be difficult for some with heavy luggage. Would recommend only for a short stay as the flat is basically equipped with some necessities - others are missing, for instance not one clothes hanger was in the wardrobe to hang up clothing, no broom for a 10 day stay, no coffee maker, etc.

We personally had an issue. Due to perfume allergies we had asked that any air fresheners be removed from the flat prior to our arrival, which is a standard request that we make when renting vacation properties. We experienced a problem with musty mildew / damp odour that came from the bottom kitchen cabinets and spread into the lounge area which is all one room. It was very strong to us and we stopped using the kitchen and lounge and reported it to the landlord before our first 24 hours was up. The following day we were advised that the landlord's father who visited the flat along with a plumber could not see the cause, and then subsequently (after we had vacated) that her brother could also not smell the odour. On Aug 26th she offered us a chance to vacate and get a refund for the remaining days, however
we were unable to find accommodation in the area to move without notice, so we stayed on, advising her that we were avoiding the lounge and kitchen and sticking to the bedroom and bathroom. We again advised her of such by email on Aug 30th. On check out we requested a refund of 50% of the fee as we were only able to use half of the flat. The landlord refused our "demand" for a refund (her word) and stated her brother and father could not smell the damp odour.

We have rented vacation homes and flats across Europe, the UK, Mexico, USA, and Canada for many years and are experienced travellers who happily pay for value when delivered. In all those years this is the one and only time we requested a discount for accommodation .

Perhaps with air fresheners re-installed it will not be an issue for some.