Due to the fact that I had such limited time in London, was burdened with heavy luggage and had to use the Southwest train lines to Heathrow upon departure, my first enquiries concerned this. Kate was very helpful in describing the choices of public transport available. It just so happened that my day of arrival coincided with her very hectic opening of a show she was in (she is an actress/writer). As she had to leave before I arrived (later than I had planned), she made sure entry was without fail and a welcoming message and info provided. While her place is right in the city, not far from busy Brixton, it indeed has a feel of a somewhat rustic country place. Guests should not expect hard gleaming tiles and chrome - the bathroom is small and charmingly old-fashioned-- but all in fine working order. It's a nice touch that one finds cereals/tea/coffee on the desk/table in the room upon arrival. I did not have time to make use of the pretty patio/garden space just outside my room, but again, adds to the lodging. The large kitchen (next to the bedroom) is a real highlight - and there is full access as Kate describes - and one can't help it's a kitchen of a serious food person (great for me as it is part of my professional work). When we finally met the next morning - we did find that we had some work things in common - and it's clear her local knowledge of food, bars, cultural spots is part of her professional life-- so a real plus for guests.