My best friend and I took our daughters to London for a week and stayed in Gianni’s apartment, it was perfect for our group of five with four double beds (2 as pull out couches) two bedrooms and two full baths. It gives just enough space for everyone to have a bit of privacy at the end of the day (the living room has a door that closes for privacy for whoever is bunking down there.
As someone with food allergies I greatly appreciated that the kitchen was fully stocked with everything I needed to cook, pots and pans, utensils, plates and cups etc. I cooked every day we were there and was able to do full breakfasts and simple dinners. There is a lovely large Waitrose and partners only a 10 minute walk away, and there are many mini Tescos etc. even closer than that.
We arrived early and Gianni was there to meet us and take our luggage up while the cleaners were finishing up. We walked to the store to get groceries and he met us again back at the apartment to give us a walk-through and show us how everything worked. I greatly appreciated that as I wasn’t familiar with some of the appliances. I also really appreciated the thoughtful amenities that he provided. There was laundry soap, and dish soap to get us started as well as some simple spices and olive oil in the cabinet for cooking. There was also some shampoo and body soap in the showers, super helpful after a long flight!
The flat is in a great location near a park, two tube stations and bus stops, plenty of restaurants and grocery store options as well. It was a fantastic home base for our trip, we felt safe and cozy there. Gianni is a fantastic and thoughtful host, who communicates quickly and efficiently. He is very helpful, and went above and beyond by helping me track down a store to find a gift for a friend. I would stay in one of his properties again! Thank you Gianni and Corrine !