My husband and I spent 1 week in Rose's lovely private basement flat and enjoyed our stay very much. In our opinion, it would be difficult to find better value in your search for a 'private room'.

Not only are Rose and her husband Suhail friendly, welcoming, and attentive, but also respectful of their guests' need for privacy. Rose was also very helpful with familiarising us with the area and its offerings.

The flat itself is modern, spacious, and tastefully decorated. The underfloor heating makes the space cosy and warm, and the cast iron bath is just lovely. And the bonus of a washer and dryer within your own private bathroom is a treat that we've never encountered in an Airbnb 'private room' rental before.

The bedroom, like the rest of the flat, is spacious, offering a large comfy bed, a vanity with bench, an armchair, and plenty of hanging and storage space. The lounge area has a large comfortable sofa, a huge flatscreen TV, and a beverage centre that Rose discreetly replenished while we were out for the day.

Coffee shops and restaurants are plentiful in Balham, Bellevue Village, and Tooting Bec, all within a 5-15 minute walk. Transport links couldn't be much better, with Wandsworth Common, Balham, and Tooting Bec stations all within walking distance.

We would highly recommend staying with Rose and her family during your next London visit!

Thanks again, Rose and Suhail. Merry Christmas!