I absolutely loved staying with Sam! The flat itself is amazing, but Sam has made it even more special with beautiful plants, books, records, pictures and vintage furniture and curiosities everywhere. The room is cozy and light with a comfortable bed and a window looking out to the green church yard, where you can actually see squirrels and listen to the wind in the trees. The area is extremely nice in a quiet side street with Victorian houses, while the busy hustle of vibrant Dalston with its bars, shops and restaurants and the lively (and cheap!) Ridley Road Market is only a few walking minutes away. Sam himself is probably one of the most warm-hearted and open-minded persons I have ever met. He just creates this amazingly great vibe, and both him and his roommate Brian are very interesting people who travel a lot themselves and have been very sweet and helpful with everything. To me, this place really felt like home. I miss it already. Thank you so much, guys! And hope to see you again soon.