When planning our trip to London and Edinburgh, my husband and I were shocked at how expensive hotels in Central London can be! Thankfully, we found John and Wendy’s place in West Wickham and it was perfect for us. Yes, it’s located outside the city center but it’s a very easy walk to the train station for a 30 minute ride that stops at major stations (Waterloo East, London Bridge, Charing Cross, and Cannon Street) that are connected to the Underground. We found the train ride in the morning to be a good way to wake up and in the evening a good way to “detox” after a busy day in London. It was nice to stay in a quieter town! There’s also a bus stop across the street in case your travels should require a bus.
The apartment itself has its own separate entrance and is basic but practical. Included are a basic kitchen and the utensils required to cook if you so desire, two comfortable beds (a full and a twin) and enough room to hang clothes and store your belongings during your stay. John was very quick to help us when the refrigerator didn’t work (turns out it just wasn’t turned on!) and was kind enough to keep our newly-purchased milk in their fridge until ours was cold enough.
Grocery stores, shops, and restaurants in West Wickham are also within easy walking distance if you should choose to stay in town.