Gina's flat is exceptionally well-equipped and well-located, making my stay there truly unforgettable. The rooms are quite comfortable, but with an elegant sense of minimalist design to make the best use of space. The basics (internet, washer/dryer, kitchen facilities) all work exactly as expected. But there are three additional features which make this a special place to stay.

1. There are two outside decks, a larger communal one overlooking the colorful Google buildings and a church, and a smaller one looking out onto a leafy area of Shaftsbury Avenue and many London landmarks beyond, both from a sixth floor vantage point. These create a sense of spaciousness quite unusual for London. Morning coffee on the smaller deck was always a treat and a great way to start the day.

2. The West End theaters, Royal Opera House, British Museum, and Soho are essentially at your doorstep, as are many restaurants and pubs. A couple of tube stops are a short walk away for more ambitious excursions.

3. Although you're in the middle of London, by closing the triple pane windows you can make the flat totally quiet and an oasis after a day of sightseeing. If the weather is hot, two air conditioners (also very quiet) can cool the two main rooms.

Gina was a gracious host, giving me a quick introduction to the flat when I arrived, with a two-page list of practical information. She was very responsive to questions I had before arrival. Although she was traveling while I was there, a relative living close by was available to answer any further questions or deal with any problems (but in fact I didn't have any).

All in all this was a great experience, and I would definitely want to stay here again on my next visit to London.