My husband and I had a lovely time at Birgit's flat. There was some initial confusion about picking up the keys, but Birgit was super quick to respond and we got everything sorted out quickly. Birgit's place was super clean and there were several thoughtful touches - she left out breakfast items and coffee for us during our stay and kept a bottle of wine in the fridge for us to enjoy.
The flat is a great base for exploring Shoreditch and East London. The neighborhood is adorable and in a great location - it's close enough to walk to bustling Brick Lane but far enough away to have some peace and quiet in the evenings. I highly recommend staying at Birgit's place over a Sunday so you can check out the Columbia Road Flower Market - just around the corner! I'd happily stay there again on my next trip to London.