First off, many thanks to Minya for his responsiveness and hospitality!
We've always been fans of Canary Wharf area, but this spot sealed the deal. It's so conveniently located to DLR (light rail) and tube stops, and we found DLR was excellent and efficient at getting us to prime locations in London. There are TWO Tescos, a baguette shop, nail salon, Italian bar/restaurant and a FANTASTIC Lebanese spot all on the short walk from South Quay DLR stop to the flat. It's a short trip to tourist sites but not in a 'touristy' area, quiet at night so you can relax!
The terrace is even lovely & spacious; we had our morning coffee there. We fed the birds (gulls, loons, coots, and swans) every day and enjoyed watching them swim around our area. No seal spotting this time!
Greenwich is so easy to visit from there- start with the Royal Observatory! The sites of the London skyline alone are worth the walk.
We like to make our own breakfasts every day, and had lots of space to do that in the kitchen (though we Americans had to figure out the stove/oven first!)
Minya was incredibly quick to help when we had a few minor things come up, and from the start he made us feel so welcome, encouraging us to check out the local area as well as the more popular sites. We highly recommend his flat and this area; it makes visiting London even easier, and we would absolutely stay here again.
Thank you, Minya!