Hangers Dishwasher Lock on bedroom door Drying rack for clothing Bed linens Dishes and silverware Dryer Fast wifi – 72 Mbps Bathtub Fire extinguisher Refrigerator Security cameras on property Host greets you Extra pillows and blankets TV Coffee maker Free street parking Dedicated workspace Backyard Microwave Oven Iron First aid kit Hair dryer Kitchen Smoke alarm Free washer – In unit Elevator Lockbox Hot water Carbon monoxide alarm Luggage dropoff allowed Portable fans Clothing storage: dresser and closet Self check-in Long term stays allowed Shampoo Body soap Cooking basics Heating Stove Essentials
Bright Contemporary East London Guest room
A lovely double room in a 4th floor 2-bedroom apartment in a quiet residential street in East London. 7-minute walk from the town centre shops and station. People might think that Barking is way out of the city but  surprisingly it's only 14 minutes  on the C2C to Fenchurch Street/Tower Hill -  great for visitors to London. 35 mins by tube to ExCel London.10 min walk for doctors studying PLAB2 course at Common Stations. A great place to stay if you want peace and tranquility.<br /><br /><b>The space</b><br />Hi my name is Carole. I moved into my newly built  2-bedroom apartment in September 2015 and I love it.  It's light, airy and uncluttered with simple and tasteful decor and art  - making it a comfortable and ideal place to retreat and relax from a busy day in the city.  Situated on the 4th floor it has easy lift access and private entrance  with only 4 other apartments on the floor.<br /><br />The guest room is a good sized double bedroom  with a 4'6 comfortable double bed, two bes
My apartment is right at the heart of Barking -  a 7-minute walk to the town centre. Barking is a fast developing area with a young population. It has had quite a poor reputation historically as one of the poorer London Boroughs. However over the past ten years the borough has seen huge transformation and is viewed as an up and coming area and one of the last boroughs in London with affordable property. Lots of the smart young money is investing here. <br />Barking has it's regular daily market (apart from Weds) , theatre and brand new leisure centre with pool, spa and gym. <br /><br />There is no shortage of large supermarkets with smaller shops  and restaurants that reflect this ethnically diverse London community.  Beckon Retail Park is five minutes drive from the centre of Barking, and here you'll find the multi-screen cinema complex.<br /><br />Barking Park is 2 minutes walk from my apartment. The 12th Century Abbey  Ruins and surrounding green have an interesting history and are 
I am an easy going person and I love to welcome people to my home, and sharing local  knowledge, as well as my love for London.  I am a writer and have worked as a theatre maker for over 30 years. I am Artistic Director of an arts venue - The Boathouse  in Barking next to the river. I moved into my apartment in September 2015 and it's my little haven. I have two grown up daughters, one of who recently got married.   I love travelling and have a big wanderlust - went backpacking in Chile with my partner which was a great adventure. Made me feel young again!  I'm an avid reader and love music. My flat is full of books and art. 
I enjoy theatre, concerts, films and galleries and am still finding and exploring new places in London! I also enjoy an evening at home with a movie and a good bottle of red every so often. 
I love to meet new people and welcome them to my home and as a host I am mindful of people's privacy, whilst offering a home from home experience which is different from staying in a hotel. I have had some wonderful guests from all over the world and love to hear about where they come from!  



