My husband and I just finished our 4 day stay at this AirBnb. I spent a long time researching for the best areas to stay in London for easy tube access to all the highlights but somewhere that is a little more quite than like Covent Gardens.. Linden Gardens is the perfect place.
Communication:
Communication with Max & Billie is great! I had a all the information about check in/ access before arriving
Location:
EXCELLENT!! 2 min walk to the Tube which took us every where we needed. Coffee shop around the corner which had great coffee, portage and pastries. Tesco and other grocery stores within a 5 min walk as well as fast food like McDonalds/KFC. Had a great breakfast one day at a cute place 5 min walk away called Eggsbreak.
Just a few minutes walk to the main Portabello Road Market and many good restaurants.
The Apartment:
It’s small for American/Canadian standards but does the trick. The building is beautiful, with a cute pink front door. Unit is showing its age and a quick paint job, especially in the bathroom would really update the place.
Good water pressure in the shower and overall the place was quite clean.
The temperature was a bit frustrating as it would be very cold on the main level but then boiling hot on the bed level but there was a fan which we were thankful for !
Also main door to apartment has to be *slammed* close. I thought we were going to break it the first time but apparently it’s just stubborn :) We had data with our phone plan so they electronic keys worked great for us but with the wifi being only “ok” I can see how it could be stressful for someone.. or someone not tech savvy!
Max and Billie allowed my sister to stay with us for a night at an added cost which was expensive but appreciated as she was visiting with us. They supplied bedding but we had to purchase an air bed for her. Even with 3 people the space was manageable for a short time.
We did have a problem with the shower not draining the first night and were very panicked however they had someone put the next day to fix it. So we appreciated their promptness.
Overall this place is perfect for a quick stay in London out of the crazy tourist areas but super close and easy to get to those if you want!