Kate and her entire family (including Django, the friendliest monster ever) were the most amazingly helpful and friendly hosts ever. Right from drawing up maps to help me get to the station to offering her own gloves on a chilly winter morning they have been most wonderful to say the least. Though Isleworth is in Zone 4, the overground takes you directly to central London (Waterloo). There are many buses as well and daily commute was a breeze. The house, located in a picturesque neighbourhood, is warm and cozy and has every amenity that a short trip would require.
I really miss Kate and her home and especially Django and would love to visit them sometime soon. It was indeed the best start that my stay in London could have had.