As a business traveler I need somewhere comfortable and accessible. Alix and Richard's place fulfilled that need in spades but with the added bonus of offering what for me is the most comfortable bed I've ever slept in outside of a luxury hotel.

Other bonuses include a welcome cup of tea each morning, a pleasant view out onto a courtyard garden and great access to pretty much anywhere in the City of London via the frequent bus and tube services.

If you're into Art Deco design then you'll love this place.

Alix and Richard are very much into sustainability which is always welcome and will gladly regale you with tales of success they've had in working at the local level to make where they live an example to others. That's a refreshing change some of my buddies will welcome.

While I didn't have time to take in the local area, they provide a very helpful guide and local map which helped me figure out the best bus stops to use and how to get there!!

Top class in every respect.