The location is excellent; very close to Portobello Road, 5 minutes walk to the Westbourne Park Station , 10-15 walk to Notting Hill Gate station, and very close to a handful of bus stops to take you into central London. It’s also just a couple minutes walk to a Sainsbury Local (which is very convenient). As a solo traveler, the area felt very safe and quiet for the most part.
It is located up a flight of stairs, so if you have mobility issues or have lots of luggage, that’s something to keep in mind.
The size of the flat is perfect for a single traveler or couple. The bed was very comfortable and the bathroom was clean (and a good size). The knob to adjust the temperature for the shower can be finicky, so be careful or else you’ll get stuck with a very hot shower!
The kitchen had all the basic items you would need and the washer + drying rack was a plus!
The dining table was a perfect size if you need to work remotely. I did have to purchase an extension cord because my cables couldn’t reach the nearest outlet. (And Wi-Fi worked perfectly and was very reliable.)
There’s also a sofa bed in the living room (which is another bonus).
My only suggestion is to consider having a manual to explains how to find and do certain things (ie turn on heat; what to do with the rubbish; Wi-Fi;etc.) Serena is really friendly and quick to respond, but I just felt bad for having to bother her all the time.
I think the maintenance and upkeep of the flat could be just a bit better, but overall I had a good stay and wouldn’t hesitate to stay there again.
Thanks Serena ☺️