Clare’s flat was a joy, a comfortable and light-filled retreat at the end of our explorations of Bethnal Green and the area’s attractions and further afield. The main living room overlooks the community garden so this time of year there’s a vista of green to enjoy and expanse of open sky. There is much to recommend the area and the flat is well-positioned, close to Victoria Park and its wonderful Pavillon Cafe and Sunday market, close to multiple means of transport, and some interesting pubs and restaurants. Repeat visitors to London who have yet to visit and stay in the city’s remarkable East End neighbourhoods don’t really get to know the place in its full history, cultural diversity and attractions - this is one place to start. We enjoyed walks along Regents Canal which is not far away as well as the discovery of Broadway Market near London Fields. Clare is a very good host, attentive to needs should they arise (none did), good at communicating with guests though not intrusive. Check-in and check-out were easy.