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Quiet whole 2-bedroom house near Elizabeth Line & DLR – garden & parking, London

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A bedroom with bunk beds, a ladder, a small table, a fireplace, and a painting on the wall.
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A bunk bed room with a window, a desk, and a painting on the wall.
A neatly made bed with white linens and towels, a window with a view of the outside, a ladder, and a motivational quote on the wall.
A compact bedroom with bunk beds, a small desk, a window with a view, and a motivational quote on the wall.

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Highlights

  • Private garden
    A rare find — relax in the peaceful, private garden space.

Popular amenities

  • Patio
  • Limo or town car service available
  • Pet-friendly
  • Refrigerator
  • Internet
  • Onsite parking available

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London
  • Place, Woolwich Waves
    ‪8 min drive‬
  • Place, The Arena
    ‪23 min drive‬
  • Place, Excel London
    ‪28 min drive‬
  • Airport, London (LCY-London City)
    ‪34 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 6)

Garden Bedroom

1 Double Bunk Bed

Master Bedroom

1 Double Bed

1 bathroom

Ground Floor Bathroom

Soap · Towels provided · Bathtub or shower · Bathtub · Toilet · Shampoo · Hair dryer

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Outdoor play area
Garden
Dining area

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About the area

London

Greenwich, a neighbourhood in London, is home to this holiday home. Tower of London and Tower Bridge are notable landmarks, and travellers looking to shop may want to visit Oxford Street and Westfield Stratford City. Check out an event or a game at The Arena, and consider making time for London Eye, a top attraction not to be missed. Relax and indulge in the area's health/beauty spas, or seek out an adventure with hiking/biking trails and cycling nearby.
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What's nearby

  • Woolwich Waves - 8 min drive - 2.4 km
  • The Arena - 23 min drive - 8.0 km
  • Excel London - 28 min drive - 9.9 km
  • Tower of London - 41 min drive - 15.3 km
  • Tower Bridge - 41 min drive - 15.6 km

Getting around

  • London Plumstead Station - 3 min drive
  • Woolwich Arsenal DLR Station - 4 min drive
  • London (LCY-London City) - 31 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪The Plume Bar & Grill - ‬18 min walk
  • ‪Ever Fresh Indian Street Food - ‬15 min walk
  • ‪The Green Man - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Rewa Sushi And momo - ‬15 min walk
  • ‪The Star - ‬10 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is Quiet whole 2-bedroom house near Elizabeth Line & DLR – garden & parking, London pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows cats and dogs (limit 2 total) with a maximum weight of up to 10 kg per pet.

How much does it cost to stay at Quiet whole 2-bedroom house near Elizabeth Line & DLR – garden & parking, London?

As of 23 Oct 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Quiet whole 2-bedroom house near Elizabeth Line & DLR – garden & parking, London on 19 Oct 2027 start from £568, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

How much is parking at Quiet whole 2-bedroom house near Elizabeth Line & DLR – garden & parking, London?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Quiet whole 2-bedroom house near Elizabeth Line & DLR – garden & parking, London?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Quiet whole 2-bedroom house near Elizabeth Line & DLR – garden & parking, London?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Quiet whole 2-bedroom house near Elizabeth Line & DLR – garden & parking, London located?

Located in Greenwich, this holiday home is 1.8 mi (2.8 km) from River Thames and within 6 miles (10 km) of The Arena and Greenwich Park. Excel London and Tower of London are also within 9 miles (15 km). Woolwich Arsenal DLR Station is 29 minutes by foot and Woolwich (Elizabeth Line) Station is 30 minutes.

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 45 out of 48 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 3 out of 48 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 48 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 48 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 48 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

9.4/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Perfect place for our purposes.Comfortable, close to shops and other facilities. Detailed advice on most aspects of our stay by host. Any problems resolved quickly. Lovely back garden to enjoy outside. No problem to come again in the future.
Stayed 13 nights in Aug 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 31 Aug 2026
I'm so pleased my house worked well for your needs during this special visit. Happy onward travels!
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This was a lovely place to stay. It was a good base to explore parts of London we wanted to explore and a very comfortable home which had everything that we could possibly need for the five days we stayed. Everything about the house is really well thought out with clear, though discreet, information about how things work and lovely art work and decoration add to the enjoyment and comfort. The host gave loads of helpful information about transport options, local shops and cafes which was much appreciated. Highly recommended.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 13 Jul 2026
Thank you Tanya, I'm so pleased you enjoyed your stay. I also love that you enjoyed the art. They are all my pieces; London scenes painted especially for the house. Wishing you well! Krista
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The accommodation was brilliant. Having stayed at many different accommodations in the past, this was fantastic for what was provided during our stay (well stacked kitchen with essentials like info on getting around, and toiletries). It meant we did not need to buy anything extra. The garden was a bonus as we sat out when we could with a lovely garden to enjoy. Also surprising for Shooter's Hill/ Plumstead the street was very quiet. Slept in front bedroom with windows open and we could have been in countryside!
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 25 Jul 2026
I'm so pleased to hear that you loved the same things I love about my home! It's SUCH a treat to have such a quiet location that's within easy reach of the noise and action of the city center. I'm really pleased you enjoyed your stay. 🙏
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Krista was AMAZING! Explorer's Rest was the perfect English home for us to explore London and feel safe and at home. She was communities helpful and SO welcoming. She made us feel like family. We hung out with the locals at a local.pub and that made our stay that much more enjoyable. She welcomed us with a gift basket and our girls loved it. This home was a perfect place to explore and enjoy London. It was a quiet local neighborhood. The neighbors were even friendly. We will stay here again if ever in London! Krista is a new friend! STAY here for sure! Love Ortiz Family from California
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 2 Jul 2026
Aw wow, that was so lovely to read! Thank you. 🙏 I only wish we could have met in person and shared a few pints together.
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8/10 Good

cosy and well appointed

We had a lovely stay at Explorers Rest. It is a very well appointed house with everything you could need and lots of advice/instructions available from the owner. All our dealings with Krista were business like but very friendly and always prompt. We loved our stay.
Response from VrboOwner on 1 Jul 2022
I'm pleased you enjoyed your stay.
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10/10 Excellent

Fabulous spot!

I stayed in this holiday home for a small number of nights and can wholeheartedly recommend it as an excellent spot for a romantic getaway in the wonderful city of London! The close proximity to parks and the vital east end of town make the location great. Attention to detail is clear in the furnishings and renovations. Fond memories of my nights here are largely thanks to the owner's hospitable graces! I very much look forward to the next opportunity I have to stay!
Response from VrboOwner on 1 Jul 2022
Thank you kindly Peter. Any time you're going to be in London, be sure to drop us a line. All the best, Krista.
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10/10 Excellent

A perfect home

We enjoyed our stay at this lovely and well equipped house in Woolwich very much. We felt at home right from the beginning and we could recommend Explorers Rest without doubt. The house has is a real rest - and after a long day out in London or Greenwich you could hide and relax. Krista is a very friendly host and although she was not in Woolwich everything was perfectly arranged - very personal and so much helpful information about the house and the area around. We would definitely come back again. Very warm regards from Germany.
Response from VrboOwner on 1 Jul 2022
I'm so pleased you enjoyed your stay - and thank you ever so kindly for taking the time to leave a nice review. I dearly appreciate it - as do my wonderful cleaners.
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10/10 Excellent

Charming Victorian House

Charming mix of Victorian character and contemporary detail. Very welcoming and comfortable with everything one needs for a relaxing break. Lovely garden for those longsummer evenings. Main bedroom full of character, and second bedroom has a view over the garden. Easy to reach central London and also historic Greenwich with the Maritime Museum and the famous painted ceiling at the Royal Naval College. Only three minutes walk from Plumstead Common and two minutes from local shops. Would not hesitate to recommend it. I plan to return,
Response from VrboOwner on 1 Jul 2022
Emma, it was lovely to meet you and I'm pleased you enjoyed your stay. We look forward to seeing you again. Until we meet again... :-) All the best, Krista
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10/10 Excellent

Restful holidays

We stayed in the house for 12 days with our three children (8, 9 and 10). It was very comfortable, clean and well-maintained. We really felt at home. The owner provided a very good customer service - there was a welcome book with lots of great informations about nice places to visit. The area is very quiet and save. When we came back from the city of London we enjoyed the comfortable and quiet ambiance. Our children loved to play football in the nearby park. It was easy to go to the city of London. It only took about 20 minutes by bus and tube.
Response from VrboOwner on 1 Jul 2022
Dear Ralf and family, I'm so pleased you enjoyed your holiday at Explorers' Rest - and I'm very pleased your children loved the parks; it's one of my favourite things about the area as well. I'm glad your trip home was safe and I hope you're all feeling nicely rested now. I'm sorry I was on holiday when you visited; I would very much have liked to meet you and your family. Next time... :-) All the best, Krista
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10/10 Excellent

Truly Amazing Holiday Rental

I travelled here on my first international trip and am truly delighted that we chose this location. Krista is more than acommodating, the house is exquisite, and the location is fantastic. From the first email she helped my friend and I with the trip and was extremely prompt in her replies. The house has all the ammenities that you need when renting a home. I was able to cook full meals here in comfort and felt like it was home when staying here. The beds are comfortable and the house is wonderfully decorated. The location is safe and near public transportation making it very easy to navigate to London's city centre. There is a quaint pub and a local market around the corner as well. This house and Krista are truly a delight, and I look forward to staying here again upon another trip to London!
Response from VrboOwner on 1 Jul 2022
Hi Laural, Thanks for your kind words! It was a true pleasure to meet you and your friends and I wish you all the best in this new chapter... All the best, Krista
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10/10 Excellent

Our best souvenirs of London!

We "lived" in this house for 15 days during Summer 2009. We were a couple studying English in London and we found this little hidden gem by chance.. actually we were really lucky! What I enjoyed the most was the garden: big, nice, plenty of plants, quiet, the ideal place after a day in the busy London. The house is just perfect: clean, big, romantic, so well decorated! It has a personality, it was a real "love nest" for us. We really appreciated Krista, she is a perfect host, she showed her house completely and left everything there: books & dvd were helpful for practicing our English. If I had to come back to London I'd choose this place without doubts!!!
Response from VrboOwner on 1 Jul 2022
Gabriela, it was so lovely meeting you and Andrea. You were one of my first guests so I was rather nervous - but everything turned out well so I'm really pleased that you enjoyed your stay here. I'll get in touch when next I'm in Rome, and please do the same if you find yourself heading back to London again. It has been a true pleasure to meet you both. All the best, Krista.
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10/10 Excellent

Clearly personal and heartfelt

We were on a month long odyssey of a trip and we started at Krista's place. It remains our favourite place. It is true it is a bit of hike from downtown London but the return "home" after the frenetic pace of central London helps you keep your sanity. We weren't there for one hour before my son said: "I don't know what it is but it really feels like home". The kitchen had everything I needed to cook decent meals and it saved us loads of money on meals. Krista clearly is very serious and thorough about ensuring your family has a great stay. We cannot recommend it highly enough. Trust us, you won't regret it.
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10/10 Excellent

The perfect holiday

Visiting London and stay in Explorer`s Rest = the perfect holiday: - You arrive and find immediately a parking place in front of the house! - You came into the house and you feel at home - And then some! - The arragement of the house is absolut complete - we missed nothing! - The garden is lovely - we enjoyed the sunshine! - The surrounding: wow! The whole family was happy - London ca be so green! What a nice surprise. We have enjoyed long walks on the "Green chain walk" - a welcome change to the big city! Highly recommended! Thank you very much Krista! Silke, Ralf, Hanna, Marie & Alva from Cologne
Response from VrboOwner on 1 Jul 2022
Dear Silke, Thank you for your kind words. I'm so glad you enjoyed your holiday - and even happier that you had lovely weather while you were here...London can be a bit iffy. I like your suggestion about the school exchange and look forward to discussing possibilities. Keep in touch... All the best, Krista.
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10/10 Excellent

Cozy Greenwich Home

This property was a lovely location; out of the hustle and bustle of busy London, but just close enough that all the tourist sites were not out of reach. The house was very clean and had just been renovated when we stayed here (December, 2010). The house has everything you could need as a vacationer. We took advantage of the fully-functioning kitchen and the cozy fireplace on a nice winter's evening. The owners were excellent and easy to contact/provided really detailed directions, easily reached by public transportation. I would recommend this property to those who, at the end of a long day in London, just simply want to relax and unwind. We did not spend a lot of time in the actual area around the property itself, but as a Kent-resident, I have been to most of the sites in the Greenwich area on other occasions and they are all beautiful, peaceful and relaxing.
Response from VrboOwner on 1 Jul 2022
Thanks Dani, I'm really glad you had a good time. Beside the fireplace is also my 'special place' in the house so I'm really pleased you enjoyed it as well. You're welcome back any time! There's always a special discount for returning visitors and their friends. Cheers, Krista.
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10/10 Excellent

Wonderful place to stay in South London

Dear Krista, Last July, we had a wonderful holiday at your place. We stayed two weeks with our two very young children (2 and 5 years old), and we all loved your house ! Everything was perfect : the house was very clean and so well fitting ! We had the feeling to be "at home", and now our children are asking us to come back in Greenwich !! It was also a good area to be : it was easy to travel to central london as well as to the south and the countryside. (free car park in the street in front of the house !) We would like to recommend your place and would like to thank you for your welcome and your help during our stay. :-) Next time we will stay in London, we will come back to your wonderful explorer's rest !! Thank's from us four ! Yanouchka, Luca, Emma and Noam from Switzerland, Geneva
Response from VrboOwner on 1 Jul 2022
Yanouchka, it was really lovely to meet you and your family and I'm crossing my fingers we'll be in Geneva at some point this year so we can visit. Be sure to get in touch if you want help exploring London as I know you're thinking about moving here permanently. We'll be happy to help in any way we can. All the best, Krista and Erik
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10/10 Excellent

Amazing stay in London area!

My husband and I stayed in this wonderful home for a week. Every detail was just like in the pictures- from the lovely garden to the space saving kitchen to the artfully finished bedrooms. What the pictures cannot tell you is that Krista is a fantastic host! She has everything in her home labelled for ease of use; binders of maps and information; movies to watch and cd's to listen to- and Oyster cards to help us get on the train and tube! No hotel would ever do so much. The area around this home is convenient and the people are friendly. Greenwich itself was beautiful to explore and London was about a 20-30 minute transit trip away. This is the 4th time we have booked a "home away" spot- they were all great but Krista's attention to comfort, care and convenience makes this our #1 choice! Bravo- and can't wait to return!
Response from VrboOwner on 1 Jul 2022
Darlene, Thank you ever so much for your kind words! I guess you must now be home from your cruise? I hope that was amazing! I've literally JUST finished the book you gave me by the Swedish author...about 10 minutes ago. :-) The other one looks like just my sort as well...I'll be starting that next week. It was lovely to meet you! Enjoy the rest of your summer holidays... All the best, Krista
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10/10 Excellent

Awesome, look forward to return visit!!!

To date we have stayed at Krista's on three seperate occassions and look forward to our next visit- Such a clean, cosy, comfy spot with easy access to the center of London or the countryside. She has great books and brocheurs that had us exploring places not on our list. Unlike other homes we have stayed, she had personal notes with extra information that made it so easy to know how to get everywhere easily. Maybe it is because she likes to travel herself, but she seems to know what visitors need. Just make sure you leave time at the end of the day to enjoy a nice wine in front of the fireplace. Also, I'm a morning person so loved taking my first coffee and a book into the garden- this time we had exceptional weather so 6:30 every morning that was my spot while my husband, the "chef" had fun creating our English breakfast. Great that the local "shops" are so handy and have everything you need!! Overall, delightful!!!!
Response from VrboOwner on 1 Jul 2022
Linda, I think you and your husband know this area better than I do by now. :-) It's lovely getting to know you better with each visit. Looking forward to your next stay. I could use more of that fabulous maple syrup again next time you're over... :-) Happy travels! Krista
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8/10 Good

Cute place, far from London...

The house is well maintained and you can tell the owners put a lot of thought into making it comfortable for visitors. The special touches like a welcome basket with a note as well as taking the time to spread Easter eggs over the house (since it was Easter time) for the kids was very lovely. Just a note to those wanting to travel to London centre for the tourist attractions, this place is quite far away. It took us 2.5 hours just to get there from the airport (the Piccadilly line was closed and it was rush hour). It also took us a minimum of 53 minutes to get anywhere near London centre. With three exhausted kids after a day of sightseeing this was a bit frustrating. Downtown Royal Greenwich is also a 20 minute bus ride. The reviews about it being so close to everything is definitely misleading.
Response from VrboOwner on 1 Jul 2022
What a shame this was your experience! I can only imagine it's because you arrived in London when St. Patrick's Day fell on Easter so the city was rammed. Not to mention, the Tube from Heathrow was, most unfortunately, not running when you arrived. What a headache! Sadly, with such an extensive transport network, this happens from time to time. Luckily, we have multiple transport options between my house and central London (bus, Tube, DLR, train, boat) so if one is down there is always another route to take. That said, even if transport had gone swimmingly well for you, had you contacted me prior to booking, I most certainly would have suggested you consider something in zones 1 or 2 (my house is in zone 4), as you were coming only for three nights and had a lot of attractions you wanted to visit in a very short space of time. In my opinion, my house is really best suited for those staying 5 or more nights and are happy to aim for 1-3 attractions per day, as travel from my front door to most attractions, given standard bus and Tube wait times is likely to take 45 minutes to an hour...though I personally find the time passes quickly, as there is so much of interest to see en route, especially if you travel by DLR, high above the city. But again, for the benefit of future guests, if you are only visiting London for a few nights, you will get the most from your visit by choosing a property in zones 1 or 2, which are the central part of the city where most attractions are located. My house is best suited to those who are happy to head out for the day, but then want to return home to a safe, quiet, and peaceful residential area to recoup after a hectic day in the noise and bustle of central London.
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10/10 Excellent

The Perfect Way To Spend A London Holiday!

If you’re looking for a welcoming home to stay at during your London Holiday, look no further. As travelers who prefer to immerse ourselves in the culture we visit, Explorer’s Rest was the perfect place to stay during our travels in London. This lovely home—situated in a charming neighborhood in Greenwich—provides travelers with the care and comfort of a relaxing and beautiful Victorian flat. Explorer’s Rest itself is lovely and enchanting. Throughout the picturesque home, we found helpful books, notebooks, and pamphlets on how to travel around London, as well as information on where to eat, shop, and explore the city. Additionally, small labels are located around the flat, which permitted us to navigate throughout the house easily. Books, DVD’s, and televisions filled the home, which enabled us to relax and enjoy our surroundings—especially after a busy day in London! Staying at Explorer’s Rest allowed us to spend quality time together. As we reflected on our adventures in the city, we enjoyed a nice meal, and a relaxing cup of tea around the kitchen table. Furthermore, Krista’s kindness and wealth of knowledge is what truly made our journey to London special. One could not ask for a better place.
Response from VrboOwner on 1 Jul 2022
Thanks for your kind words, Erin. I'm so glad you enjoyed your time here in my house. It's very special to me and I love it when my guests love it just as much as I do. All the best, Krista.
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10/10 Excellent

A place like home

We convey you glad tidings About a beautiful country, In that on my trip We found a special place. Old indeed, but reborn, It holds explorers rest. You open the door To a different world. No noise anymore Midst the global city, But softly scented air Envelops you. All kinds of furniture And decoration are Lovingly combined. The way through the house Is worth a journey for itself. Again and again lovely things Are discovered On every step. And not to forget: I’d never slept Better in my life Than in this bed. Kitchen and bathroom - You’ll never miss anything, If you stay for a short Or a longer time. The pretty garden and Outside the near park, Our dog was so happy As he were at home. In a few days You can’t see all. But now we know a place like home To come back to for the next time. ------------------------------------- A million times thank you, Krista, for everything you did for the house and especially for us! Love Andrea and family We stayed at Explorers Rest from 2011/09/02 till 2011/09/08
Response from VrboOwner on 1 Jul 2022
Hello Andrea, Wow! It's wonderful to hear from you again after all this time! Thank you so kindly for your generous words - and our lovely visit while you were here. I tried a couple of the recipes from the cookbook you gave me from your region and they turned out very well. Erik was impressed. I trust all is well with you and your family? Particularly with Kornelius? Please let me know how he's been getting on. Happy New Year to you and your lovely family, Krista
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10/10 Excellent

My dreams came to life here!

I can not say enough about this home away from home - except I didn't want to go home! Beyond the cleanliness, and beauty of the space, the feeling you get when you walk through the doors and throughout the rooms is what I have remembered most. The owner of the home has clearly filled this home with love, personality, and life. The location is perfect - a few minutes from the tube, a market, shops, and close to local pubs if you're looking for a pint :) The owner of the home was absolutely lovely; friendly, warm, and generous are just three words I would use to describe her. If you are looking for a breath of fresh air, this is the vacation spot for you - if you are looking for adventure and want a relaxing space to come home to - this is it. If you want tranquility, and to just relax with a book - take another look at that fireplace and garden; you've found it. The couch goes perfectly with a glass of wine, and the tub is great when filled with bubbles :) From one traveller to another - don't miss out on this opportunity, because you'll never know what you've missed! I can't WAIT to go back!!! If you want to Do, See, and Live the Dream... you can stop dreaming and start living your own reality in this beautiful home away from home :)
Response from VrboOwner on 1 Jul 2022
Wow! When we chatted, I knew you were enjoying your time here - but I'm impressed with just how much! I've put many years of care into Explorers' Rest so it's really pleasing for me to see you enjoy it so much. It would be lovely to see you again if you're back visiting this way. Hi to the girls visiting with you! Warmest wishes, Krista.
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10/10 Excellent

the best holiday ever

We are a family with two boys; we have spent in the house two fantastic weeks in July 2011. The property is absolutely perfect regarding everything. It's clean and tidy. You can find all you need since it's truly well organized. The house is extremely pleasant and the furniture is new and lovely. The garden is relaxing, well-kept and very nice. The location is fantastic; you can reach London easily but near the house there are shops and supermarkets, so that you can buy whatever you like. The neighbourhood is peaceful and safe; it's also good for children since you just have to cross the street and you find amazing enormous parks with enchanting trees. The property is definitely charming and the best thing is that you can experience living as English people do. This means that if you like travelling and learn different way of living you should experience a holiday with no hotels. You can reach the airports easily with no stress. The owner is kind, friendly and always prompt in providing you of everything you could ever need. I strongly recommend this property to anyone who wants to spend the most incredible holiday ever! We left there a part of our heart... Friendship we have found is even better than the best house we have ever rent.
Response from VrboOwner on 1 Jul 2022
Cristina and Stefano, it was wonderful to meet you! I loved our evening of pasta making - and I now know it must be rustica - not how I've always been making it!!! :-) We'll see you in Genova like you suggest - and certainly next summer when you come back. Keep in touch! Krista and Erik.
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10/10 Excellent

Actually six stars would be necessary here

If you ever plan to visit London, you must stay at the Explorer's Rest. It's the ideal place for young or old couples or families with small children or with teenagers or groups of friends or just everybody. The pretty house is located in a nice street in a quiet area and was extraordinarily clean when we arrived. Everything is small and cosy. You've got two floors, with two separate bedrooms; and, if you want, you can also put an extra bed. Though the two people sleeping in the two double-beds should be well acquainted in each case since they are not very big/wide - but really beautiful. The whole house it very neatly furnished with a lot of taste and dedication. You will find everything you need in the kitchen; besides there is a dishwasher and a washing machine; and don't forget the cute garden! In the living room the London explorer can rest near a fireplace in the evening. We left our car parked in front of the house the whole week and went by bus, tube or train to all the sights. In the nearby surroundings one can find a bakery and all other kinds of shops but also restaurants to go to within walking distance. The owner has provided with an abundance of information in order to be able to explore London and its surroundings in the most extensive way possible. We can highly recommend this Home.
Response from VrboOwner on 1 Jul 2022
Thanks so much for your review...is this from Barbara? I'm glad you enjoyed your holiday at Explorers' Rest and thank you so much for taking the time to let others know about your experience. All the best, Krista.
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10/10 Excellent

Home away from home

If you are like me and deciding between a couple of properties with a family, go no further and choose this apartment! We are a family of 5 (with 3 teens) and we had our own room and the kids had their room with a double bed to share and the eldest had a mattress. The instructions Krista gave were so great when arriving into a city you don't know, we followed them very closely. It took us 1.5 hours to get here in rush hour traffic from Heathrow on the tubes and then a 10 minute bus to the place in Greenwich. Entry was seamless with a key code given to us via email. This apartment was like a home away from home, there was everything you needed, washing machine, dryer, hair dryer, full kitchen with a lovely selection of teas and coffee, some lovely soap and body sprays etc. It is on a quiet street and only 3 minutes walk to a shop that sells milk and other essentials. There is a larger shopping centre 2 bus stops away (about 5 min by bus). The Woolwich Arsenal train station has connections to the DLR and underground and is a 10 minute bus ride away. I also noted there was free parking for a car out on the street if you needed it. The house was also decorated for Christmas which the kids loved, its all these little touches that make this a home away from home.
Response from VrboOwner on 1 Jul 2022
Robyn, Thank you kindly for such lovely words. I'm so pleased that you and your family enjoyed my home. Have a fantastic Christmas on the rest of your travels! Happy festivities, Krista
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10/10 Excellent

Perfect spot to explore London

Explorer's rest is the perfect spot to explore London and the Greater London Area. Situated in a quiet Victorian neighbourhood in Greenwich, it might seem a bit far from London's tourist attractions at first. But apart from the fact that Explorer's rest has a lot to offer in itself, it isn't actually that far from the city centre. Only a 2 min. walk to a bus-stop, then a 10 min. busride gets you to Woolwhich Arsenal, a transport hub from where you can take a train or the Docklands Light Railway (DLR) into London. And that is only a 20 min. ride, with lots to be seen along the way. The house itself isn't vey large but it's perfectly charming and extremely well kept. It sleeps 4 persons very comfortable (we were with 4: two adults and 2 15-year olds). Krita Vesey is a generous host. Lots of things are provided: books and dvd's (there are 2 televion sets with dvd-players), cd's, and there is a more than generously equipped kitchen. And another very large plus: we found it very interesting indeed to live for a week among average Londoners, in stead of just mingling with the tourist-folk. Near to the house are some convenient shops like a bakery and a grocery. A well-stocked supermarket is only a 5 min. walk away. The is also a pub closeby, as well as a nice park. Imagine travelling into London, seeing all the sights and doing everything else Londonish and after that just go home and make yourself a quiet dinner in stead of having to hunt half the evening for a decent restaurant! We will certainly return, and recommend Traveler's Rest to all that are looking for an unusual way to explore London.
Response from VrboOwner on 1 Jul 2022
Roeland, it was lovely to meet you and your family and I'm so pleased that you enjoyed your stay in my house. It would be a pleasure to see you again. Thank you for your kind words. I wish you all the best, Krista
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