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This is a 2 bedroom apartment in the centre of London. It is double-glazed and centrally heated with good security and high speed wifi. There is no air conditioning so can get warm in the summer. A double bed in the main bedroom and a fold down futon in the study/second bedroom means it is ideal for a couple or 2 single people - 2 couples max though the futon is small for a couple leaving little space left for luggage. It is not suitable for children. One bathroom with shower and toilet and another separate toilet. Balcony with garden. Small kitchen with all amenities that opens on to a compact lounge and dining area, all of which overlook Charing Cross Road and the tree tops of Soho Square. Walk outside the front door straight into the Westend. Ten mins by taxi to all train stations taking you throughout the UK and 2 hours 20 to Paris on Eurostar., 3.5 hours direct to Amsterdam by train. Professionally cleaned each week and lockbox entry available.
“This was our second time staying at Penny's apartment. The first home swap went so well, we asked Penny if we could stay again! Penny is an amazing host, her home is extremely central, right next to the Tottenham Court Road tube and minutes from Covent Garden. You really couldn't ask for a more central location! The apartment is very well equipped and extremely comfortable. We can't wait to come back to London! Thanks again for another great stay! ”
“This was an amazing experience. Penny's apartment suited all of our needs and more. Well equipped, spacious, cozy and comfortable. Plenty of room, convenient kitchen, a large living room and and large windows. The property is extremely close to the Tottenham Court Road tube station, Covent Garden, amazing shopping, and restaurants. It's very easy to get around. We thoroughly enjoyed our time in Penny's home. Thank you for a great time in London! ”
“We had a fabulous time at Penny’s place in London. Very comfortable and spacious penthouse, tastefully decorated and with breathtaking views, right in the very center of the West End. The apartment has two separated areas: the one downstairs for a large living room and a fully stocked kitchen, plus a cosy small terrace with plants, and the area upstairs, with the most comfortable bedroom, a grand studio, toilet and modern bathroom. From the unit, all that really matters in Central London is located within walking. The only train we took was the one back to the airport. All recommendations and advice from Penny were precise, descriptive and totally helpful. The booklet guide to the apartment and the area that she wrote for us did not miss a thing. Thanks a million Penny for being such wonderful host. We’d love to have you in Sevilla or Cadiz any time at your convenience. Warm regards! ”
“We had a lovely 4 day stay in Penny's flat over New Year. The apartment couldn't be better located, walking distance from many of London's best sites. Penny is also a great communicator, sending lots of information and helping us when we had any questions. Penny was also a gracious host providing useful things like her Tate membership card so we could visit the Tate special exhibitions for free! ”
“Penny's flat is an absolute gem right in the centre of London. You cannot beat the location. It's secure, homely, clean and very comfortable. Penny was very communicative and gave clear instructions. Thank you so much for this stay, it was perfect in every way. ”
“We had a fantastic stay at Penny's home in London. Penny was a great communicator. Her place could not be more conveniently located. Underground is steps away and flat is within walking distance to many things. Highly recommend an exchange with Penny!”
“I had such a wonderful stay in Penny’s flat! I can’t think of enough good things to say about it. The location is amazing. It sits right in the beating heart of the city. All the great theatres are within a few minutes easy walk. The Tottenham Court tube station is right out the front door. It just couldn’t be better. The flat itself is located on the third floor of a very nice, modern building. The entrance is secured by passcode and there are two lifts. There are two bedrooms and two bathrooms, which makes it great for two couples or friends traveling together. Penny couldn’t have been nicer and made everything so easy that I felt right at home immediately. I can’t wait to come back again!”
“We had a wonderful stay at Penny's lovely flat. What an amazing location! The flat was so comfortable and had everything we needed. Penny was so helpful and communication on all aspects was easy. A wonderful house swap!”
“Penny and us exchanged our apartment in May 2013. Her place is so well located, we could go everywhere by foot. Besides this, Penny prepared tips, maps and guides for us to have a good time in London. Her apartment is very comfortable and has a beautiful view on Soho from the living room and on colourful building offices from the bedroom. A great experience! Thank you Penny!”
“This is an amazing place to stay in London! You could not ask for a more central location. The place itself is very comfortable and nice...even better than the photos show. Super nice bathroom as well! Communication with Penny was very easy. I highly recommend an exchange with Penny!”
“Our exchange with Penny was fully satisfying ! The location is really so central a full immersion in exciting London. The flat is very comfortable with terrific view of the busy Londoner life. We found a champagne bottle to welcome us and all was really perfect. Thank you Penny !”
“We were delighted to have UK guests Penny & Dave staying in our home for a couple of weeks. They would be welcome anytime.”
“Penny and Dave are the best guests! They are repeat visitors and we could not be happier. Penny is very communicative and responsive. Our home is treated with great respect. We are happy to host them whenever they are in town.”
“Lovely flat in Central London, great location. The host gave excellent instructions and directions in reaching their flat and functioning when there. Everything we needed was there. They even gave excellent restaurant suggestions and nearby places to go along with transportation hints. However, we were able to walk to almost everything. Lots to see in London and this location made it very easy. They were a great home swapping partner, leaving our house in excellent condition.”
“Penny was the perfect guest. Great email dialogue, my wife actually needed to access the house while they were using and they were more than willing to easily accomodate. They left the house spotless. Was really nice to come home and NOT have to do a single thing except to take the clean washed sheets out of the dryer. They had found the extra clean spare sheets and alread remade all beds. Scott”
“Penny was a great guest. We had a tight timeline for checkout and Penny went above and beyond to support checkout. Communication was very good and we appreciate Penny’s patience as we worked out some last details.”
We are a semi retired professional couple and love to travel. Into art and music, cities and the countryside as well as snorkelling. A Kiwi and an American, we like to get to New Zealand and California annually as well as regular trips to other European cities and exploring other countries/continents. We can certainly provide lots of information and general support to ensure your time in London is superb, including early bookings and special event info etc. We are open to long term swaps and a car is an added bonus. Though we don’t have a car in London.
Speaking several European languages, we have done numerous successful swaps all around the world.
We love travel, music, and art and great food.
The apartment is on a street that runs between Shaftesbury Ave and Charing Cross Rd so just walk to any Westend show, ballet or opera and galleries. Front door opens onto, and the balcony looks over, St Giles Square. Two minutes walk to Oxford St.
https://www.stgilessquare.co.uk.
As well, 5-10 mins walk to the British Museum, Covent Garden, Bloomsbury, Leicester and Trafalgar Squares, not to mention minutes to the restaurants and jazz clubs of Soho and the shopping on Oxford St. Buckingham Palace and St James Park just 20 mins walk away. A bus stop and tube station (Tottenham Court Road) are across the road but walking is the way to go when you are this central. Perfect for a week or two or a weekend of shows, galleries, museums, shopping and restaurants and to use as a base to explore Europe and the UK. We are also open for long term swaps.
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