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London Convenience Without London Prices

London apartment rental - Roomy dining area with large table
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Description Apartment,
2 Bedrooms, Sleeps 4, 1 Bathroom
Amenities town, internet access, TV
Rates per property (USD)
$130/night 
$840/week 
Kenneth Klein
+1 206-276-3013
Speaks: English, French
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Photos and Description of the London vacation apartment rental Two bedrooms, 1 shower and bath, 1 toilet (separate rooms), sleeps four

Quick and easy travel to London without the expense and congestion of a central location! Our home away from home is a clean, roomy and comfortable two-bedroom flat with separate living and dining areas, a fully equipped kitchen, and high speed wireless internet access. It’s located in a quiet SE London suburb, facing a lovely park and surrounded by Victorian houses. An easy three minute walk leads to the rail station, where frequent trains take you to Victoria Station in central London in just 18 minutes. From Victoria there are extensive Underground links to virtually anywhere in the city. An inexpensive “day travelcard” pays for the round trip train ride to London and also allows unlimited travel on the Underground and on all buses.
London apartment rental - Roomy dining area with large table

Roomy dining area with large table
London apartment rental - Fully equipped kitchen

Fully equipped kitchen
London apartment rental - Our apartment is behind the cherry tree

Our apartment is behind the cherry tree
London apartment rental - Cator Park, directly across the street

Cator Park, directly across the street
London apartment rental - Bedroom #1: Double bed, big wardrobe, and dresser

Bedroom #1: Double bed, big wardrobe, and dresser
London apartment rental - Bedroom #2: Two twin beds, big wardrobe/dresser

Bedroom #2: Two twin beds, big wardrobe/dresser
London apartment rental - The living area: sofa, easy chair, TV, desk, books

The living area: sofa, easy chair, TV, desk, books
London apartment rental - Main interior hallway, looking toward front door

Main interior hallway, looking toward front door

Location: London < England

Car: not necessary
There is a large, lovely park directly across the street (see photo). Although our typical guests are focused on London, the nearby towns offer lots of vibrant, multicultural shopping and other activities. The Beckenham-Penge High Street is a 5-minute walk away. A convenience grocery store with extended hours is close by, and a large grocery store is a ten-minute walk. There are many local restaurants; almost all of them will deliver to the flat for no charge (we have an extensive collection of menus available for review, including many very good Indian and Bangladeshi restaurants). A public swimming pool is within walking distance. If you have a car, there is safe off-street parking. It's a short drive to the beautiful Kent and Surrey countryside where you can explore stately homes, castles, and country pubs. The homes of Winston Churchill (Chartwell House) and Charles Darwin (in the village of Downe) are within easy reach.
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Rental Rates for this vacation apartment rental in London, United Kingdom

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Rental rates quoted in:
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Dates Rates
Name of Period Begins Ends Weekly Week
Night		 Weekend Weekend
Night		 Extra
Night		 Monthly Minimum Stay
Mar 1, 2010 - Dec 31, 2011 $840 $130 - $130 - - 3 Nights

Payment is usually accepted in the quoted currency (US Dollars) unless the currency and the amount is specifically agreed in advance with the owner / advertiser.

Additional information about rental rates

  • $130/night for up to 4 people; $120/night for stays of a week or more
  • Three nights’ minimum stay. In addition there is a one-time $75 set-up and cleaning fee.
    To secure the reservation we require a $100 deposit for damage, excess phone usage, and key return which is fully and promptly refundable.

    We accept personal checks, money orders, and cashier's checks. Also we're happy to accept PayPay and credit cards but must pass the surcharges on to you. Payment is also gladly received in pounds sterling.

Fees

Cleaning:
$75

Accommodation and Amenities for this vacation apartment rental in London, United Kingdom

Property Type:
  • apartment
Location Type:
  • town
General:
  • activities guide
  • linens provided
  • towels provided
  • local activities guide
  • toilet paper
  • hair dryer
  • alarm clock
  • local maps
  • telephone
  • accept credit card
  • central heating
Kitchen:
  • refrigerator
  • freezer
  • oven
  • coffee maker
  • stove top burners
  • cooking utensils
  • iron & board
  • toaster
  • microwave
  • washing machine
  • clothes dryer
Dining:
  • dining area
  • seating for 6 people
Bathrooms:
  • 1 Bathroom
  • Bathroom 1 - Toilet, Combination Tub/Shower
  • The toilet and bathroom are in separate rooms.
Bedrooms:
  • 2 Bedrooms, Sleeps 4
  • Bedroom 1 - 1 Double
    Bedroom 2 - 2 Twin/ Single
Entertainment:
  • TV
  • stereo system
  • CD
  • books
Internet Access:
  • wireless broadband
  • internet access
Outside:
  • parking off street
Suitability:
  • non smoking only
  • wheelchair inaccessible
  • children welcome
  • pets not allowed
Local Activities:
  • swimming
  • walking
  • antiquing
Attractions:
  • groceries
  • ATM/bank
  • churches
  • cinemas
  • library
  • recreation center
Nearby Attraction / Facility:
  • restaurants

Further details for this vacation apartment rental in London, United Kingdom

Why is the price so low?: Apartments like this in the city center typically rent for two or even three times what we are charging. So why is ours so much less? Though we actually prefer living a bit outside the hassle of central London, many tourists want to be right in the thick of things. So our fees are considerably less in part to make up for the 18-minute train ride to the city. Secondly, the decor and furnishings are traditionally British, not upscale and touristy. And the common areas aren't plush--the stairs aren’t carpeted, there is no elevator, and you won't be greeted by a doorman! When we travel in Europe we always seek 'value apartments' like ours--we’re looking to rent our flat to like-minded people who appreciate a clean and comfortable place to stay as a base for exploring London but don't require upscale, luxurious accommodations.

We're one floor up: Note that the flat is on the 'first floor,' that is, one floor up from the ground level. There is no elevator so you must be prepared to walk up a flight of stairs with your luggage. We maintain a strict no-smoking policy.

Reviews for this vacation apartment rental in London, United Kingdom

London Convenience Without London Prices
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London Convenience Without London Prices
http://www.homeaway.com/vacation-rental/p187651
+1 206-276-3013
London England
Rating
5 out of 5
5

Inexpensive, good access to London

crbtrt Port Orchard, WA
Review Submitted: October 9, 2009 Date of Stay: May 2009
The flat has good access to London, just a train ride away to Victoria Station then to anywhere in London & environs you want to go. The flat was comfy, clean & homey, nothing fancy, Ken, the owner, provided excellent customer service,was very communicative & accomadating.
Recommended for:  Tourists without a Car, Sightseeing, Families with Teenagers, Families with Young Children
Did you find this review helpful? Yes No Helpful votes: 1/1
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London Convenience Without London Prices
http://www.homeaway.com/vacation-rental/p187651
+1 206-276-3013
London England
Rating
5 out of 5
5

Perfect London retreat

vjnv Florida, USA
Review Submitted: June 9, 2009 Date of Stay: May 2009
We stayed at this charming flat during our recent trip to London and loved everything about it! It’s located in a nice quiet neighborhood within a short train ride to Victoria station in London. We bought a 7 day travel card for zones 1-4 and enjoyed exploring London every day.
The flat is clean, cozy, and inviting, with comfortable beds, a fully-equipped kitchen, Wi-Fi, and an excellent collection of tour books and maps. There’s a nice park across the street and a mini-mart and a supermarket within a short walking distance from the flat.
The owners provided a very helpful up-to-date guide to the flat and the neighborhood, with links to useful websites about attractions, tickets, transportation, etc.
We enjoyed our trip and our stay at the flat and would definitely recommend it to anyone visiting London!
Recommended for:  Age 55+, Adventure Seekers, Tourists without a Car, Sightseeing, Families with Teenagers, Families with Young Children
Did you find this review helpful? Yes No Helpful votes: 4/4
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London Convenience Without London Prices
http://www.homeaway.com/vacation-rental/p187651
+1 206-276-3013
London England
Rating
5 out of 5
5

Inexpensive; close to London; owner is a big help

Gennady Rockville, MD, USA
Review Submitted: December 9, 2008 Date of Stay: November 2008
My family of three (our daughter is 10) stayed at the flat in November. For such avid London sightseeing tourists as ourselves, it was a perfect temporary home: quiet and comfortable, only 18 minutes by train to Victoria Station, a grocery store within a walking distance, detailed and helpful owner's advices, and inexpensive. Quite a rare combination for London!
Recommended for:  Tourists without a Car, Families with Young Children
Did you find this review helpful? Yes No Helpful votes: 4/4
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London Convenience Without London Prices
http://www.homeaway.com/vacation-rental/p187651
+1 206-276-3013
London England
Rating
5 out of 5
5

Homey, Convenient, and Quiet

Anglophile Evanston, IL. USA
Review Submitted: October 30, 2008 Date of Stay: September 2008
I recently stayed at the flat with a family member, and our visit was very pleasant. Everything was in perfect working order--clean, orderly, and comfortable--and the building was very quiet on the nights we were there.

It truly is a short walk to the train to London but a fairly short drive to London as well. We drove into the city over the weekend but used the train on weekdays and found it quick and convenient (the train runs frequently, so if you miss one, there's usually not too long a wait for another).

On a previous trip to England, I stayed at hotels and B&Bs. I definitely preferred the experience of staying in this flat--much homier and in a residential neighborhood rather than an urban setting, so one gets a taste, however small, of life in a UK neighborhood.

I'd like to add that the flat owner was attentive and helpful. We soon came to appreciate his detailed guide to the flat and to getting around London. I highly recommend that others contemplating a visit to London consider staying at this flat.
Recommended for:  Age 55+, Girls Getaway, Tourists without a Car, Sightseeing, Families with Teenagers, Families with Young Children
Did you find this review helpful? Yes No Helpful votes: 6/6
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London Convenience Without London Prices
http://www.homeaway.com/vacation-rental/p187651
+1 206-276-3013
London England
Rating
5 out of 5
5

Pictures don't do it justice!

C. G. New Braunfels, TX
Review Submitted: August 30, 2008 Date of Stay: August 2008
We've just finished a 5-night stay in this flat and loved it! I can't imagine you could do better anywhere near London! The flat is just 5 minutes from the light rail station and you can make it into London in less than 20 minutes! Everything flows together in the flat - so if you're in the kitchen you can talk to folks in the dining area, etc- which is so handy! Another plus is that although there is only 1 bathroom, the toilet and shower are in two separate rooms, greatly increasing their usefulness.

The owner provided every possible bit of information we needed to enjoy our stay - transportation routes, stores, ATM locations, etc.

There is absolutely NO question - if we go back to London, we'll stay here!
Recommended for:  Age 55+, Tourists without a Car, Sightseeing, Families with Young Children
Did you find this review helpful? Yes No Helpful votes: 5/5
 

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