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MARY POPPINS PENTHOUSE FLAT - VIEWS ALL ACROSS LONDON!

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Room
Living room reading area with fabulous view.

Reviews

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful

Highlights

  • Centrally-located
    You're never far from where you need to be with this convenient location.
Sleeps 4•1 bedroom•2 beds

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Dryer
  • Refrigerator
  • Microwave

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London, England
  • Place, Hampstead Heath
    ‪6 min drive‬
  • Place, Emirates Stadium
    ‪7 min drive‬
  • Place, Finsbury Park
    ‪7 min drive‬
  • Airport, London (LCY-London City)
    ‪51 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

1 bedroom (sleeps 4)

Common area 1

1 Double Futon

Common area 1

1 Queen Bed

1 bathroom

One bath

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Spaces

Kitchen

About this property

MARY POPPINS PENTHOUSE FLAT - VIEWS ALL ACROSS LONDON!

Live like a Londoner in a stylish and comfortable flat at the top of a Victorian mansion block in a real London neighborhood. Ideal for family of 4, two couples,corporate travelers, visiting academics or those working in London on a short term basis.
Fifth floor walkup (NO LIFT), very quiet, stunning views from every window. 2 minute walk to Archway tube station (Northern Line).
Wonderful natural light by day and beautiful lighting at night.
Open floor plan, close to stores and restaurants,ample closets and power shower in the bathroom.
We have just purchased this property from it's long time owner and it has a long history of satisfied customers. We are so excited to continue to share this wonderful place with all of you out there looking for a comfortable and affordable place to stay in London.

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House Rules

Check in after 3:00 PM
Check out before 11:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 13–17
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

No pets allowed
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Important information

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Property # 1321667vb
Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a deadlock

About the area

London

Islington, a neighbourhood in London, is home to this apartment. Wimbledon Tennis Club and Twickenham Stadium are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Finsbury Park and Regent's Park. Looking to enjoy an event or a game? See what's going on at Emirates Stadium or Alexandra Palace.
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What's nearby

  • Highgate Cemetery - 18 min walk - 1.5 km
  • Hampstead Heath - 6 min drive - 2.0 km
  • O2 Forum Kentish Town - 6 min drive - 2.3 km
  • Emirates Stadium - 7 min drive - 2.1 km
  • Finsbury Park - 7 min drive - 2.0 km

Getting around

  • Upper Holloway Overground Station - 5 min walk
  • London Crouch Hill Station - 15 min walk
  • London (LCY-London City) - 52 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Greggs - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Crudough - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Bread And Bean - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪St John's Tavern - ‬7 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is MARY POPPINS PENTHOUSE FLAT - VIEWS ALL ACROSS LONDON! pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at MARY POPPINS PENTHOUSE FLAT - VIEWS ALL ACROSS LONDON!?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at MARY POPPINS PENTHOUSE FLAT - VIEWS ALL ACROSS LONDON!?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is MARY POPPINS PENTHOUSE FLAT - VIEWS ALL ACROSS LONDON! located?

Located in Islington, this apartment building is within 2 miles (3 km) of Hampstead Heath, Finsbury Park and Emirates Stadium. Camden Markets and Alexandra Palace are also within 3 miles (5 km). Upper Holloway Overground Station is only a 5-minute walk and Archway Underground Station is 6 minutes.

Reviews

9.2

Wonderful

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 17 out of 27 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 9 out of 27 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 27 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 27 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 27 reviews

8.8/10

Cleanliness

9.2/10

Check-in

9.4/10

Communication

9.0/10

Location

9.4/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jenni S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Fantastic location!

This apartment was perfect for my family of 4 and super convenient to the Archway Tube station. There were 4 grocery stores within a block of the apartment and a few restaurants scattered around. The apartment was exactly what we were hoping for and made a great homebase for all of our adventures for a week. I would definitely stay here again on my next trip to London.
Stayed 7 nights in May 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 13 Jun, 2022
Thank you for your kind words and glad you enjoyed your stay.
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10/10 Excellent

Kim R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
I spent a week in London. My daughter lives a few blocks away, and this flat was close to her, the tube, overland, and bus stops. It was easy to get anywhere in the city. The view was also great. Keep in mind that you have to climb six flights of stairs so pack light!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 7 Aug, 2025
Thank you for your kind words!
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10/10 Excellent

Amanda H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Would stay there again!

Cute place and would stay there again. Showing some age but quick walk to Archway station and a few grocery markets. We didn't eat at any restaurants nearby except the coffee shop by station. As stated in another review, lots of steps to 5th floor....like out of breath when you reach the top. Had everything we needed!
Stayed 8 nights in Apr 2023
Verified

8/10 Good

jennifer w.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We thought the location was great. Easy access on the tube to get to the flat and the northern line got us everywhere we wanted to go. There were groceries and restaurants just steps outside the front door. The view from the kitchen table was my favorite part of our stay! There were a number of fans in the unit to help with the heat. We got quick responses from the manager and Cathy when we needed support.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 14 Jul, 2025
Thanks for your kind words Jennifer. Glad you enjoyed your stay!
Verified

8/10 Good

Heather C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Lovely spot!

This is a really cute flat with an outstanding view. Beds are very comfortable (pull-out couch in the living room) and kitchen is well equipped. Three grocery stores across the street (Aldi is best) and very close to the tube station. The street itself isn't particularly charming, but if you walk up behind the tube station to Highgate, it's lovely. All in all, a very good place. We had some trouble with the hot water but the owner was extremely responsive and it got fixed promptly. Warmly recommended.
Stayed 8 nights in Jul 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

Brian R.

Overall good value rental

Pros- good location, great views, easy access to underground and other amenities. Cons- no lift, flat located on fifth floor with 93 steps. A real challenge. No blinds on south window exposures, bedroom and kitchen. Conclusion -all in all a good solid rental.
Stayed 6 nights in May 2019
Response from VrboOwner on 6 Mar, 2020
Thank you for your feedback! I know the stairs can be an issue for some and so that's why I make a point to address that in the property description. There are window coverings available for those windows, so I will add that to my site. Most guests are fine with that although if you want to sleep later, blocking out early morning light helps.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Mike H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Delightful

First visit to London and having a comfortable place to stay was a huge benefit. The flat was relaxing, cozy and served our needs. Close to the tube, a few grocery stores and restaurants. Cathy was great to work with and check-in was very easy. There is no lift in the building so stairs were the only way to get up. Not an inconvenience. Mind your luggage. We booked our return trip to London already and will be staying here again. Thank you Cathy.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2019
Response from VrboOwner on 6 Mar, 2020
Thanks Mike! I am glad you enjoyed the flat and your time in London. We'll see you back later this year!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Charm, View, Location!

My teenage daughters and I enjoyed a six night stay here in December. We found it conveniently located to the Archway tube station and therefore a 20 minute ride to the central London attractions we wanted to see. The flat was roomy for three, and the kitchen feature was nice for eating some meals there. It has a simple, cozy charm. We loved the view! The stairs are a challenge with luggage, and we had a lot, but we were prepared for it, and it was worth it for the affordability. (Do take this into consideration if you have very young children or physical limitations that make stairs a challenge) Also, as others have noted, the stairwell itself is musty, and in need of carpet replacement, but we did not feel this reflected on the flat at all. We would definitely stay here again!
Stayed 6 nights in Dec 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 1 Jan, 2023
Jennifer, Thank you for your kind words about the flat. I apologize for the common area low standards of maintenance. I have been in contact with the property manager and told them about the carpet on the stairs. They did repaint the entire area earlier this year and that was a noticeable positive difference. Glad you enjoyed your stay.
Verified

8/10 Good

Randall B.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Fantastic View!

You can’t judge a book by it’s cover. The same goes for this flat. The entry is a little rough around the edges, but once you enter the stairwell and ascend five floors, its a safe little haven with a fantastic view! I stayed here six weeks. It really felt like home and I didn’t want to leave. Enjoyed the view every morning with my cup of coffee. The bed was comfortable with a view at my feet. Neighborhood conveniences were great and the Tube stop was close by. The flat manager made me feel welcome and was there if I needed anything. I would recommend a stay in this flat.
Stayed 42 nights in Jan 2020
Response from VrboOwner on 17 Mar, 2020
Thanks for the kind words! The building is old, it dates back to Victorian times so the entrance hall and stairway have seen many years of use. Glad the stairs were worth it!
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8/10 Good

Dee P.

Liked: Cleanliness, communication, location, listing accuracy

A pleasant interval in London

We initially had a problem accessing the flat, as the property manager was not on site as we'd been told she would be. That was resolved quickly enough, and the manager was responsive to other queries we had. While the flat was clean, and adequate for our needs, it was a bit "shabby" and "tired" - i.e. uneven wood floors and wood countertops that had a sticky residue I was unable to remove. Also, the washing machine "died" during our stay and the manager was unable to get it repaired/replaced, leaving us without one for the last week of our stay (fortunately, I'm used to doing hand wash while traveling so managed just fine!) We had adequate warning about walking six flights of stairs so were prepared for that - and it was worth it for the view!
Stayed 20 nights in Jul 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 7 Aug, 2023
I feel the need to respond to what I feel should have been a much higher rated stay by the guest. The flat is in a 100 plus year old building and the common areas are admittedly a bit run down, but there is work planned to upgrade it. I personally have no control over the timing of that as it is a property management issue. Like the rest of the building, flat has original wooden floors and while aged, there are no safety issues regarding that. Shabby is not a word I would use to describe my property. My concierge was extremely attentive to their many requests, far more requests than is usual with my guests. As to the washing machine, yes it finally gave up the ghost and it was replaced as soon as was practicable. I should mention that the flat is on the sixth floor and it took a few days to arrange for enough strong guys to carry the replacement up the stairs. To summarize, most of my guests have been very happy with their stay there but if someone is seeking a brand new place with 24/7 service; I would suggest an upscale hotel with the corresponding higher price.
Verified

8/10 Good

Gerd A.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Beautiful

Wir haben uns sehr wohlgefällig. Vielen lieben Dank.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Rankl M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Sehr schöne Wohnung im belebten Archway

Sehr schöne Wohnung, ausreichend für eine Familie mit 2 Kindern. Alle Sehenswürdigkeiten sind mit der Tube in ca. 20 Min. zu erreichen. Toller Ausgangspunkt für Sightseeing. Das Viertel ist sehr lebendig und multikulturell. Wir haben eine schöne Woche verlebt.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2022
Verified

6/10 Okay

Johannes S.

Liked: Check-in, communication
Disliked: Location, listing accuracy

Okay

Insgesamt ok. Bezüglich Organisation angenehmer Vermieter und gute Beschreibungen. Ventilatoren gegen die Hitze wurden zur Verfügung gestellt. Wohnung ist real weniger schön und älter als die Fotos zeigen, zudem sehr lärmig wegen der Strasse
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 25 Jul, 2022
I always appreciate honest feedback. I am not sure about comments regarding age of building or appearance of flat. The building is over 100 years old and we have always tried to present our flat in a positive way.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Ingrid B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Echtes Londonfeeling

Das gemütliche Appartment hält, was es verspricht. Blick über London, kuschelige Atmosphäre und Dank Underground einen guten Anschluss ins Zentrum. Obwohl wir mit unseren beiden Kindern da waren, hat der Platz ausgereicht. Auch das Viertel hat uns positiv überrascht: ein sehr normales studentisches Lebensgefühl mit allem, was man braucht vor der Tür. Wir empfehlen die Pizzeria Che Chosa direkt gegenüber.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 1 Aug, 2022
Thank you for your positive feedback!
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10/10 Excellent

Mike H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Delightful Stay

Week long vacation in London with wife and son. Flat was great for the three of us. Flat was cozy and charming. The views of London skyline were memorable. The local area had small shops, an Aldi’s grocery store, pub and was a three blocks from the Tube station. All provided a great experience. The flat is one hour by tube from Heathrow and 30 min to downtown. All convenient. The flat had all the necessities you need for a multi-day stay; washer, stove, etc. There isn’t a lift to the top floor so the stairs gave us a good workout. Nothing too difficult. Have now stated there twice and will surely return. Thank you Cathy.
Stayed 9 nights in Nov 2019
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Susan S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great flat!

My 16 year old daughter and I loved the flat. The views are spectacular, and we loved being in a London neighborhood. Lots of local restaurants, markets, and the Tube stop is less than 5 minutes away. And you are 20 minutes away from all of the central London sites.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kay Lynne D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Awesome views!

Charming flat with amazing views from multiple rooms. It had everything we needed for our stay. It was close to the subway and a market which was great for us. Be ready to climb several flights of stairs. It is well worth it though!
Response from VrboOwner on 6 Mar, 2020
Thank you so much for being our guest! returning guests get a 10% discount so keep us in mind if your travels bring you back to London!
Verified

8/10 Good

Mary L.

Liked: Cleanliness, communication, listing accuracy

Archway flat

Flat is bright and cheerful with everything needed including a dishwasher. The underground station is two blocks away and the busy transit center has buses to many London locations. The neighborhood is fairly noisy at night and is not within easy walking distance of top sites of interest. The five flights of stairs will keep you in shape for your sightseeing adventures. The flat was clean, but stairs and hallway were quite dirty and smelled of mildew.
Response from VrboOwner on 6 Mar, 2020
Thank you for your comments Mary! The hallways and stairs are managed by the homeowners association and so they are responsible for cleaning and maintenance. I will contact them to request a clean up and hopefully they can get that done.
Verified

8/10 Good

Elettra D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

A cosy flat with a beautiful view on the city

The flat is very nice and cosy. It is a very good flat for short stays as tourists. The improvements I suggest are: a better clening of the kitchen, the expired food of prevoius tenants should be throwen away (I had to do it myself), non stick pans are missing.
Stayed 14 nights in Jun 2019
Response from VrboOwner on 6 Mar, 2020
Thank you for your helpful feedback, I will pass along your suggestions to my cleaning lady.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Conny L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Angenehme Wohnung

Eine hübsche Wohnung etwas entfernt vom Trubel der Innenstadt, jedoch mit öffentlichen Verkehrsmitteln sehr gut zu erreichen. Sauber und ordentlich, alles Notwendige ist verfügbar. Empfehlenswert für Familien, Freunde und Paare. Vielen Dank! Wir haben unseren Aufenthalt genossen.
Response from VrboOwner on 6 Mar, 2020
Translation: "A lovely apartment a bit away from the hustle and bustle of the city center. However, with public means of transport very easy to reach. Clean and tidy everything necessary is available. Recommend for families, friends and couples. Many thanks! We enjoyed our stay". Thank you Conny for your kind words!! Vielen Dank fur die freundlichen Worte.
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10/10 Excellent

Mark D.

Very nice apartment in excellent location for our London vacation

The location and convenience of this apartment is excellent, and helped to make our London vacation very special. It is located minutes from the Tube Station (Northern Line) but also close to neighborhood stores and coffee shops that enabled us to easily get around as well as find the necessities for our meals and snacks. Cathy was very interactive and responsive throughout the whole rental process. She reached out to us right away, and continued to provide helpful information all the way through our trip. As noted, this apartment does have a number of stairs. This was not a problem for us and we rather liked having the view and upper level unit. However you need to be prepared for this, mainly with your luggage. The only suggestion that I would make is the staircase (common area) is getting a bit run-down and could use some upgrading. This is not a reflection of the apartment itself which is in very good condition with nice upgrades throughout. But this would be a nice improvement to the overall experience, but also recognize, not an easy improvement to be made by the owner. Overall we were very happy and satisfied with our choice.
Stayed 9 nights in May 2019
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Diane H.

It’s a wonderful place. Second time I’ve stayed and I love it.

Arune was very helpful, and everything went as smoothly as could be expected. Great experience!
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2019
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Andrey Y.

Perfect stay in London

We loved our stay at this apartment. The convenience of having a major tube station just a two minute walk away was amazing, we could get anywhere in central London in just 20 minutes! The apartment itself had everything that we could've asked for, from an ironing board to extra food in the cupboards. Cathy was incredibly helpful when we were settling in, more than we expected for a Christmas arrival. Overall, we'd highly recommend this property! We know where we are going to stay on our next trip to London!
Stayed 11 nights in Dec 2018
Response from VrboOwner on 6 Mar, 2020
Thank you Andrey for your kind words! We look forward to having you stay again! We offer a 10% discount for returning guests.
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10/10 Excellent

Stephanie R.

Wonderful Stay

I chose this property because of the amazing views and the many positive reviews it had received in the past. We were not disappointed. The new owner honored the previous booking details and was very easy to work with and had great communication. The apartment is exactly as pictured, very comfortable, the kitchen is well equipped and had everything we needed for our stay. The view is wonderful and perfect to sit at the table and have coffee in the morning. The neighborhood is great, not touristy which we love. It is so close to the tube station and links to anywhere we needed to go in London. There are several restaurants in the neighborhood, and groceries nearby, it has everything you need right there. It is in the city, there is some street noise which we're not used to and bring ear plugs when we travel. The apartment building occupants are very quiet. It is a 5th floor walk up as advertised, so pack accordingly. We had a wonderful stay and wouldn't hesitate to stay again in the future!
Response from VrboOwner on 6 Mar, 2020
Thank you so much for the kind words and enthusiasm for our lovely flat! Since taking over from the previous owner, we have been able to continue to share this wonderful little oasis in the sky with those seeking a unique travel experience in London. Happy guests equals happy owners!
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10/10 Excellent

Alexie K.

Great location and lovely apartment

The location was great! We bought a travel card and easily explored all of London from our very close subway station.  The apartment with its many stairs had the most amazing view. It was great making a coffee in the well equipped kitchen each morning and looking out over the city. The apartment was quiet, with lovely bedding and two very comfortable mattresses.  There were a couple of small supermarkets nearby and some restaurants. We made many meals at the apartment and always had what we needed to cook a great meal.  This was our first experience using home away and it was a great one. Our girls will fondly remember their first stay in London and the place we called home.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2018
Response from VrboOwner on 6 Mar, 2020
Thank you Alexie for the kind words and for staying with us! We want all of our guests to feel at home in our flat and it looks like we succeeded! What we like most about the flat is that it is in a real London (not tourist) neighborhood but it is only a 15-20 minute tube ride to central London. If you should ever return to London, we offer a 10% discount for return guests!

About the host

Hosted by CATHY

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Bruce and Cathy Gibson are the brand new owners of this wonderful London flat. We purchased from the previous owner who also rented out the property and we are continuing the tradition of being able to share our place with others. We have many repeat customers and that speaks to the charm and wonderful views from its fifth floor perch.
We reside in California but consider London to be a second home and a very special place for us as a couple.

Why they chose this property

If you want to stay in a real London neighborhood vs. touristy this is the place for you! The underground is a 5 minute walk away and you can be in central London in 15 minutes!
There are great restaurants locally and an outdoor market on Saturdays in the square next to the tube station.
If stairs are an issue, please note this is a 5 floor walkup with no lift service.

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