We thoroughly enjoyed our stay. Both the main bedroom and living/dining room were spacious and very comfortable.
The kitchen was well equipped, though we didn't do any cooking. However, we did use the refrigerator, which did not latch securely closed. This caused the refrigerator to drip inside, and the freezer to be severely frosted over. Not a big issue for us, but could cause refrigeration problems in the future if not addressed. The other quirk was that the heating system did not work as the instructions conveyed; we were not able to get it to come on. If we had stayed longer we would have contacted the host for help, which I have no doubt they would have quickly provided.
We had fun exploring the neighborhood, which we absolutely loved. It was only a 7 minute walk to a charming village that included a wide range of interesting shops, as well as wonderful cafes, restaurants and bakeries. We also enjoyed exploring the heath, which was a short walk beyond the village. This is such a desirable of part London that several local friends were surprised we were even able to find a place to stay in the area.
While we would be happy stay at this flat again and further explore the village, we wish we had known in advance about the vetting process that Houst requires. Their app did not work during any of our multiple attempts to use it. It took a long time to find a workaround that satisfied Houst's requirements, which cut into our vacation time in another city.
