I am highly recommending this airbnb option because of Mr. Allan Adams himself. If you're lucky enough to meet this particular host, I trust you will find him a kind, cultured and insightful chap. Our candid late night conversation was among the highlights of my recent European adventures ... (Let's face it, if you didn't care to connect with an interesting local person, even in passing, you'd be booking a hotel room.) And, yes, he knows the city of London very well. On a technical note, this home is located right across the street from the Ladywell Station in Lewisham, which was quite convenient. Note: if you stroll through the park across the street after dark, keep your eyes out for a wild fox -- a surprisingly friendly creature, but I wouldn't feed him. (I'm not sure if he's read The Little Prince, but you could ask.) Anyway, simple breakfast foods will be made available to you each day, but it's definitely a do-it-yourself set up. (Allan is a serious professional musician, and his schedule does not allow for preparing all your meals, I'm afraid.) There are high quality markets, bakeries and stores nearby, along with a pub, cafe and groovy gift shop. So here's the skinny: if you don't mind a simple daily commute into the center of London or other, more "popular" neighborhoods or touristy destinations, then I'd say this is a fine spot; well appointed in a historic building, at a very fair price. Mr. Adams, if you're reading this, I wish you continued success, Good Sir, in art and life!