South Bank...the New Heart of London

I, and my two traveling companions, spent a wonderful Queen's Jubilee week in London in early June. The South Bank flat provided us with all that we needed and then some. Furnished and decorated in a relaxed, home-style manner- we were most comfortable. The Doris Day Pillow Talk poster is a lovely American touch ! In between rain storms, we enjoyed relaxing on the beautiful deck.

From this very central location, we walked to all the sights including those closeby and Covent Garden, Buckingham, Parliament, even to the British Museum. The walk across the Millenium Bridge to St. Paul's is exquisite. It really doesn't get much better than this. And for the special Queen's Boat Parade on the Thames, well, just a few steps away !

Writing about this is making me "home sick" ! I would heartily recommend this South Bank flat (and have already done so) and just hope I can visit again.

This two bedroom, two bathroom apartment was the best accommodation we could ever have hoped for in London. It has the best central location in fabulous
Southbank area, everything was so easily accessible. You are so close to all the main attractions, truly you could not get any better.
Our hosts were extremely accommodating and the apartment was beautiful including a decked garden which opened out from the livingroom. David provided many extras and had everything you could possibly need in a home away from home. In addition there was no noise considering you are so central.
I would recommend anyone to stay here, far better than any hotel.
Sue Sheppard
Melbourne
Australia

Our family of three (myself, husband, adult daughter) stayed in flat vrbo #191301 for seven nights in late May 2012. There was plenty of room for the three of us; as we travel on the cheap, it was a luxury to have private bedrooms with a separate common/living area. The kitchen/ living area was well lit, nicely set up and the kitchen had all of the appliances necessary to make our stay easy. We utilized the washer/dryer, dishwasher, microwave, KETTLE (must have morning tea), and certainly the refrigerator, availing ourselves of some of the basic groceries it contained. (Thank you, David)
We were able to check in early, which was a big help. David met us at the flat —
he was welcoming, informative and efficient, answering all of our immediate questions, and helping us with the internet issues we experienced, through more than a few phone calls. Thanks for your patience on that score, David. We made a short note in the notebook about the sequence of logging in and thereafter, though reception was spotty at times, we had no major problems.
The location of this flat was amazing - right off the Riverwalk, within easy walk of two tube stations (Blackfriars and Waterloo, although we mostly used Blackfriars), just a wonderful location. We walked to the Eye, to Westminster Abbey, sometimes unwinding by strolling along the Riverwalk. My only caveat is to be aware that it is a 10 minute walk to Blackfriars tube station and a bit further to Waterloo; we had no rain, but if we had, we would have learned the bus routes quickly. There is a bus stop just outside the door.
The outside space was lovely - and very welcoming. Having the natural light was wonderful in the common living area.
Some small issues we experienced/observed. The armchairs in the living area have seen better days — the seats were quite broken down, we ended up putting some of the throw pillows on the seats to make them comfortable to sit in. Our daughter (using the downstairs bathroom) said she ran out of hot water while showering a few times. Also the shower upstairs takes a bit of getting used to - the slope of the tub is quite pronounced, so be careful stepping in.

This flat gives you a lot for the rental cost. Truly wonderful location, a lot of space for a small group traveling together — we loved coming back to this flat! When we return to London, David’s flat will be the first we will check for availability.