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by A traveller from Arizona, United States
Great Flat in the Heart of London
Posted Aug. 26, 2018 on HomeAwayThis flat provided everything my travel companion and I needed for a 10-day stay in London. The bed was comfortable, the wifi and TV were reliable, and the kitchen appliances worked well.
The flat is centrally located with quick access to the Holborn Tube Station, bus stations, and easy access for Uber drivers. The flat was surrounded by restaurants, grocery stores, pubs, and it is around the corner from the British museum. It was a quick walk to Soho. I felt like a true local while staying in this rental.
We felt safe in the neighborhood and in the flat itself. The flat is on the third floor, so ensure you are comfortable walking a few flights of stairs before booking.
The owner was prompt to respond to all my messages, he was polite and professional, and he provided great directions to the flat from the airport.
I would absolutely recommend this flat for 1-3 travelers vacationing in London.
Comment from Hotel Management
Sep. 5, 2023 by VrboOwner, Hotel Management
Thank you so much for kind words. I'm so pleased you and your mother really enjoyed your time in Bloomsbury .
I hope to welcome you back on your next trip to the UK.
by A traveller
Great location and nice flat!!
Posted Jul. 21, 2018 on HomeAwayWe loved our stay at this sweet flat. The location was central and walking distance to many things we wanted to see. The British Museum is a block away while the National Gallery, Westminster Abbey, the West End Theater district are all walkable. The flat itself is comfortable and well equipped! Comfortable bed, nice bath and large bright space! It was a wonderful home base for a week of wonderful adventures!
Comment from Hotel Management
Sep. 5, 2023 by VrboOwner, Hotel Management
Thank you for your very kind words about your stay in Bloomsbury..It's great to hear you really enjoyed the flat and its area.
by A traveller
Good quiet location
Posted May 7, 2018 on HomeAwayThis is a reasonably sized, clean apartment with a well appointed kitchen and good size bathroom and bedroom. Just a few blocks to buses or the tube. British Museum close by and plenty of restaurants and small grocery stores. Access to a washer/dryer was a much appreciated extra. Only downside was the seating. Foldout wooden chairs in the kitchen are not comfortable and the sofa is not very comfortable either. Nevertheless we would not hesitate to consider using this property again if we return to London.
Comment from Hotel Management
Sep. 5, 2023 by VrboOwner, Hotel Management
Thank you- I'm pleased you enjoyed your stay.
I tend to agree with you about the kitchen chairs and will buy some cushions fro them.
I did see that the guests before you had taken off the boards for the sofa(when it was used as a bed)so this may have accounted for it sagging somewhat. I've now put them back on.
I do hope you'll stay again on your next visit,
by A traveller
A fabulous location for a very nice villa
Posted Jan. 9, 2018 on HomeAwayWe loved the location - walk to bus and tube no problem, British Museum two blocks, shows also nearby, and the unit is absolutely charming. We didn't note that it's a 3rd floor unit without an elevator, so note that if it would be an issue for you; otherwise James and Charlene are delightful, the unit everything we hoped for in a very quiet neighborhood.
Comment from Hotel Management
Sep. 5, 2023 by VrboOwner, Hotel Management
Thank you- I'm so pleased you enjoyed your stay in Bloomsbury.Yes, the area is wonderful and it helps that it's in a conservation area for listed buildings,one of the reasons a lift can't go in.I hope to welcome you back on your next visit to the UK.
Best Wishes
James
by A traveller
Great location.
Posted Dec. 11, 2017 on HomeAwayThe property is nice but too small for 3 people. The sofa bed is very unsteady and difficult to sleep on. The bed is comfortable. I would stay again but only plan on sleeping on the bed, not the rollout.
Comment from Hotel Management
Sep. 5, 2023 by VrboOwner, Hotel Management
Thank you-I'm pleased you enjoyed the flat and its location. I've had the sofa bed adjusted so it's more stable. I hope you found the flat to represent good value for money given its location and I hope to welcome you back on your next trip to London.
by A traveller
Great Location in Bloomsbury
Posted Nov. 27, 2017 on HomeAwayMy wife and I stayed eight nights in early November 2017 and thoroughly enjoyed the apartment. Not huge, but perfectly adequate for two people. The apartment was clean and everything was in working order; it was well-furnished and made personal with prints on the walls; and the floor plan provided some privacy/separation in a small space. My only suggestion would be to add some book shelves in the living room (there are two logical places) in order to reduce the size of the coffee table and maybe even add another chair. But those are only suggestions and we would gladly stay here again. The location is superb: close to to the British Museum, shops, Holborm tube station, etc.
Comment from Hotel Management
Sep. 5, 2023 by VrboOwner, Hotel Management
Thank you! I'm delighted to hear your comments about your stay. Yes, I agree about some places for books...either side of the mantle would be ideal...and will book in a carpenter in the New Year.I I'm moving in a wonderful Victorian chair for the reception area.I hope you choose to stay again on your next visit to London.
by A traveller from Oakland
Fantastic location for walking to theater, restaurants, museums, etc.
Posted Oct. 6, 2017 on HomeAwayFantastic location in great part of town, with lots of squares with trees. Everything in apartment works. Not too much of a ritzy, touristy area and lots of convenient shops, restaurants, underground and train stations. Should get a toilet seat that fits, and cover the wiring on hallway light, and remove excessive amounts of unnecessary bedding in one of the big closets so it is available for suitcase storage.
Comment from Hotel Management
Sep. 5, 2023 by VrboOwner, Hotel Management
Thank you. I'm pleased you enjoyed your stay and its location. Thank you for pointing out some minor issues,which we'll fix.We hope you choose to stay again on your next trip to the UK.
by A traveller
Flat has all you need and in an excellent location!
Posted Sep. 19, 2017 on HomeAwayWell appointed flat that offered us easy access to the sights of London. Walking distance to Great restaurants and London shows, plus British Museum. Three blocks from metro with Sainsbury grocery store near metro.
Comment from Hotel Management
Sep. 5, 2023 by VrboOwner, Hotel Management
Thank you- It's great to hear you really enjoyed the flat and its location. I hope you choose to stay with us again on your next visit to London.
Best Wishes
James
by A traveller from Melbourne
Live like a local
Posted Sep. 14, 2017 on HomeAwayWe loved this little apartment. It was a perfect size for us (1 adult and 2 kids). Such an adorable area with lots of different bus routes right around the corner, and Holborn station and a number of Sainsbury's close by. Amazing Oxford Street shopping is a short walk away, and we were spoilt for choice with family friendly restaurants. The owners were great, and made everything very easy. It's on the third floor, up lots of stairs so not great for those with mobility challenges, but we had no problems. We loved our stay here and would happily return if in London again.
Comment from Hotel Management
Sep. 5, 2023 by VrboOwner, Hotel Management
Thank you- I'm so pleased you really enjoyed your stay and the location.
Best Wishes
James
by A traveller
What a pity! It could have been much better.
Posted Sep. 12, 2017 on HomeAwayLet’s start with the positive:
The location is outstanding, in a nice area close to the British Museum and to Holborn station.
The flat is rather spacious, bright and noiseless (at least the bedroom that doesn’t overlook the main street).
The kitchen is well equipped, with all the necessary staffs.
Check-in and out was easy and flexible.
A lot of material (guides, brochures, advices, list of restaurants and pubs) is available for the guests’ benefit.
But…
The bathroom is very inconvenient: the bath takes up half of the room, leaving a very narrow space for the toilet; the basin is absurdly small (no more than a fingerbowl); there is no window nor ventilation system (or it doesn’work); it is hard to set and maintain the desired temperature of the water when taking a shower.
The status of the flat appears neglected: many of the light spots on the ceiling are out of order or blink; it’s hard to open and keep opened the windows, that would require a coat of paint.
Most important, cleaning was unsatisfactory: dust everywhere and long dark hairs on the floor in all the rooms. This was a matter of surprise as we hadn't read any negative comment on the subject on the previous guests' reviews. Unfortunately our experience was different.
Comment from Hotel Management
Sep. 5, 2023 by VrboOwner, Hotel Management
Thank you for your comments about your stay in Bloomsbury.I'm pleased you really enjoyed the location and the quietness of the flat. I was concerned to hear about the cleaning and found out that the vac cleaner had ceased mid clean and this could have resulted in the clean not being tip top.I'm sorry about that. There's a brand new Henry Hoover in the flat...so hopefully if you choose to stay again the flat will be in a better state.The window sashes have now been totally replaced and the lights replaced with long lasting LED's.There is now a working fan in the bathroom. It's quite common for period conversions not to have a window,given that space is so tight in London.Thewater is set to a good temp for showers and baths and I tested it and it was fine.
I wish you and your family the best for future travels.
Best Wishes
James
