I advise people not to stay here. The flat was uncomfortable, sparse, and unwelcoming. The host was neither easy nor pleasant to deal with.
Pros:
* Not cluttered
* Close to bus stop
* Simple to access
* Parking if you need it
Cons:
* There was no smoke alarm, fire extinguisher, or medical aid kit. On contacting the host about this, no apology was offered or effort made to immediately resolve it. After further asking, the host had a fire extinguisher and small medical aid kit delivered after two days. The lack of a smoke alarm we have raised with Airbnb.
* Signs and warnings (aggressive, all caps) about heating and a request to only turn on hot water for 1 hour a day. One of the heaters was even disconnected from the wall. The rules posted included the threat that we would be charged extra for using too much electricity, without us knowing what that limit was or how to measure it as the meter was behind a locked door. None of this was communicated prior to arrival.
* Incredibly dirty. Not just dusty -- cups, cutlery, crockery, pots and pans showed signs of grime and lack of proper cleaning. Kettle was full of limescale, for which we bought and used an entire packet of descaler. While we raised these issues with the host, they were ignored.
* Despite saying the flat has been recently refurbished, things are falling apart. The floor is coming up, the shower is no longer attached to the floor properly, the couch is stained and too uncomfortable to sit on (it seemed to be broken). Incredibly cheap finish.
* No reading materials welcoming you or advising you about the area. Only the most basic information for the flat.
* No bin bags or recycling bags were provided for a two week stay.
* Despite everything appearing as though it was bought from a charity shop for a couple of pence, there is an itinerary of every single item in the flat, and the amount you will be charged if it goes missing (50p for a fork, etc).
* The seal on the double glazing has failed, so the bedroom windows always had condensation and road noise was audible.
* The area has very limited options for shopping or restaurants, though there are bus links to central Putney nearby.