Great city views, good transport links with Old Street Underground, an eight-minute walk, and bus routes into London. The beds were comfortable, and the place was clean. The owner even allowed us to use the pantry items. We arrived in London on the night of an underground strike, and the owner gave us good directions to the property and was waiting with a smile, even though we arrived late.
The area has excellent local markets; if you are there on a Sunday, you must go to Columbia Road, near the property. It is a flower market, and the atmosphere is wonderful. The local shops also have food and collectables. You can easily eat your way down the market. We came from the US, and while we couldn't take flowers back, we did bring back some great dried flowers (they are allowed into the US, with custom officer discretion).
This is a great place to stay and gives you excellent access to London. Don't let appearances deceive you.
Thank you for a great stay.