This flat is delightful. It’s attractive, comfortable, and very well maintained. From our first point of contact with the owner to our final message, he was very helpful and responsive. We were met upon arrival at the flat and given very useful information about the property and the neighborhood, and we were met again the day we departed. We were 6 adults and one toddler, and there was ample space for all of us. The garden out back is an added bonus with concrete benches, large picnic table, and a charcoal grill. Notting Hill turned out to be the perfect area for our week-long stay. The surrounding neighborhood is lovely and safe. The Bayswater tube stop is an easy 10-minute walk, and it’s on the Circle Line so accessible to virtually everything in central London in 15-20 minutes. Nice shops, street vendors, and an excellent variety of restaurants and cafes are within walking distance as well as two very nice playgrounds. The renowned Portobello Road Market is just a few blocks away. The main floor includes the living room, dining area, and kitchen. The kitchen is very well stocked. There was some tourist information in the cabinet as well as a guidebook. The furnishings were very comfortable and the large windows provide ample light and nice ventilation. All three bedrooms and all baths are on the lower level. The master bedroom is spacious and has an en suite bathroom (but no shower). There is a large closet but no chest of drawers which would have been helpful. The bedside lamps need to be taller and brighter to provide better lighting for those who like to read in bed. The two smaller bedrooms are well-sized; both have shelves and drawer space. A hairdryer with the right plug was provided which was much appreciated. The main bath is lovely and very large – built like a conservatory with lots of glass and natural light. The shower is fantastic – like a giant rain shower. The only downside is that this one shower must be shared by all occupants. A mirror near the sink in the main bath would be nice. There is a half bath on the lower level as well. The absence of windows in the two smaller bedrooms was not an issue – made for easy sleeping. All the beds were comfortable with nice linens and more than enough towels. There is a washer and dryer within the main bath and also a large drying rack.
Our family thoroughly enjoyed our stay on Talbot Road and highly recommend this property. We would definitely return on a future visit.