Con una ubicación conveniente en la zona de Greenwich, esta casa de vacaciones se encuentra a unos 3 kilómetros de Río Támesis y a unos 5 kilómetros de Thames Path. Esta casa de vacaciones incluye una cocina, una chimenea y un patio.
Centro de Exposiciones ExCeL - A 28 min en auto - 9.9 km
Torre de Londres - A 41 min en auto - 15.3 km
Tower Bridge - A 41 min en auto - 15.6 km
Medios de transporte
Estación de tren Plumstead en Londres - 3 min en auto
Woolwich Arsenal DLR Station - 4 min en auto
Londres (LCY-Ciudad de Londres) - 31 min en auto
Restaurantes
The Plume Bar & Grill - A 18 min a pie
Ever Fresh Indian Street Food - A 15 min a pie
McDonald's - A 4 min en auto
Rewa Sushi And momo - A 15 min a pie
The Green Man - A 3 min en auto
Información de la propiedad
Todo el hospedaje
Tendrás la casa completa para ti y las personas que te acompañen.
Casa Victoriana con Encanto en el Real Greenwich con Jardín, Aparcamiento gratuito, Wi-Fi gratuito
Vivir como un auténtico londinense de Greenwich y disfrutar de la vida tranquila del pueblo en la gran ciudad bulliciosa.
Resto de Expedicionarios es una casa muy querido y encantador de dos camas de estilo victoriano (circa 1890) para seis personas en una cómoda cama doble y una cama litera doble cómoda. También se proporcionan dos colchones individuales adicionales para el uso en el suelo, si es necesario. Cuna de un bebé también se suministra, junto con una silla alta y puerta de seguridad para las escaleras. Buen comportamiento mascotas son bienvenidos.
Resto exploradores ha sido cuidadosamente preparado para ayudar a relajarse y descansar después de un largo día explorando la ciudad. Equipado de una casa de familia completo, Resto Expedicionarios debe tener todo lo necesario para ser lo más cómodo en Londres como lo sería en casa.
Se encuentra ubicado en barrio frondoso de Londres de Greenwich real, es decir, tanto el centro de Londres y el campo son de fácil acceso en coche o en transporte público.
Después de un día de diversión de explorar, volver a casa a un barrio victoriano tranquilo y cerrar la puerta a ajetreo y el bullicio de Londres. Es el momento de relajarse! Disfrute de un picnic barbacoa en su propio jardín privado, relajarse con una luz de las velas en remojo en la bañera, pasear por los muchos parques en todas las direcciones, adular por las chimeneas de trabajo, disfrutar de un libro de uno de los estantes, o disfrutar de una película de la extensa colección de DVD.
Nuestros vecinos son tranquilo y acogedor. Las tiendas están convenientemente a la vuelta de la esquina. El área de juego al final de la calle es un favorito de los niños. Parques se extienden por kilómetros en todas las direcciones. Pero lo mejor de todo, el transporte público a todos los lugares de interés turístico de Londres es justo en su puerta, literalmente a 30 segundos a pie de la puerta principal.
Usted no necesita un coche si te alojas aquí. Hay una parada de autobús en la esquina y estamos a sólo 5-10 minutos en autobús de un importante centro de transporte que le llevará rápidamente en todas las direcciones, ya sea utilizando el tren, autobús, barco o tren ligero DLR (conducto que va encima del suelo).
Sin embargo, si usted tiene un coche, podrás disfrutar de aparcamiento gratuito en las afueras de la puerta principal, que es bastante difícil de encontrar en Londres.
FAQ - Productos alimenticios:
Hay un poco de Costcutter (y panadería y carnicería) en la esquina, a menos de un minuto a pie. También hay un Co-op a cinco minutos a pie a lo largo del parque. Para aún más la selección, hay una enorme Tesco extra 6-10 minutos en autobús en el centro de transporte de Woolwich Arsenal que mis clientes usan para viajar hasta el centro de Londres.
FAQ - ENTRAR EN EL CENTRO DE LONDRES:
Simplemente coger el autobús (291) alrededor de la esquina. Está a unos 30 segundos de distancia a pie y sale cada 10 minutos. A lo largo del parque por el Co-op también hay otros dos autobuses que pasan (51 y 53), también llega cada 10 minutos.
Los tres de estos autobuses van al centro de transporte de Woolwich Arsenal en 6-10 minutos y te deja en frente de la estación de tren / DLR. Aquí, usted puede tomar el tren o el DLR. El tren es rápido pero sin complicaciones y el DLR es como el metro, sino que se desplaza sobre la tierra (a menudo por encima de los edificios) para que pueda ver la ciudad mientras viajas. En ambos casos, usted estará en el centro de Londres en 20 a 30 minutos, dependiendo de la emisora que desee. Sin cambiar, se puede llegar a estas estaciones:
EN EL TREN:
- WATERLOO (para el London Eye, el acuario, Southbank, el Big Ben, Westminster, el Big Ben, el nº 10 de Downing, Imperial War Museum, Tate Modern, del Southbank Center)
- Charing Cross (por Piccadilly Circus, Leicester Square, Trafalgar Square, Soho, el West End, Covent Garden, el Palacio de Buckingham, la Galería Nacional, Oxford Street, Terraplén, el Savoy Hotel)
- Cannon Street (por el puente de Londres, St. Pablo, el casco, el Puente del Milenio, del teatro The Globe, Borough Market, HMS Belfast)
En el DLR:
- BANCO (por St. Catedral de Pablo, Leadenhall Market, Spittalfields Mercado, Brick Lane, Fleet Street, el distrito financiero, el corazón de la ciudad millas)
- Tower Gateway (por Tower Bridge, la Torre de Londres, St. Muelle de Katherine, Muelle de Butler)
Además de lo anterior, uno de los buses (53) que pasan a mi casa va todo el camino hasta Westminster / Horse Guards Parade - pero yo no lo recomiendo para un viaje normal (sólo por la experiencia) - para que dura aproximadamente una horas debido al tráfico y todas las paradas. Desde Woolwich Arsenal, también se puede obtener el servicio de barco Thames Clipper, que es un sitio de paso obligado en un día agradable. También hay una gran cantidad de autobuses que se puede obtener en Woolwich Arsenal que le llevará a todas partes en varias direcciones.
VISITAR EL CAMPO / COAST / FRANCIA:
Hay algunas áreas costeras brillantes de revisar - todo dentro de 60 a 90 min: Southend-on-sea, Margate, Herne Bay, Ramsgate, Broadstairs (hogar de Charles Dickens) y Brighton. Usted puede hacer una excursión de un día y cubrir la mayor parte de ellos en un día (muy completo) - o relajarse en un solo si usted está buscando para relajarse.
La campiña de Kent (y más allá) también está lleno de lugares interesantes para explorar y un poco más cerca de la costa en 20-90 minutos de distancia. Mis recomendaciones son: Cambridge, Rochester, Canterbury, Rye, Sandwich (perfectamente olvidado en el tiempo), Royal Tunbridge Wells, Sevenoaks y Chilham (absolutamente adorable y pequeño).
Windsor, Winchester y Oxford son un poco más lejos (unas dos horas), pero factible y vale la pena si estás interesado en alguno de ellos.
Francia también es muy fácil de acceder desde aquí para un viaje de un día o de fin de semana a través del tren Eurostar, el ferry o el Eurotúnel (cruces son un poco más de una hora de descanso de Exploradores). Todos los detalles estarán en su paquete de bienvenida.
Estacionamiento con acceso para silla de ruedas y camionetas disponible
Cocina
Cafetera y tetera
Especias
Horno
Lavavajillas
Licuadora
Microondas
Molino de café
Olla para langostas o cangrejos
Parrilla de estufa
Refrigerador
Tetera eléctrica
Toallas de papel
Tostadora
Vajilla y utensilios de cocina
Comidas
Mesas
Habitaciones
2 habitaciones
Se proporcionan sábanas
Baño
1 baño
Jabón
Papel de baño
Se ofrecen toallas
Secadora de cabello
Shampoo
Tina o regadera
Áreas comunes para sentarse
Chimenea
Mesa
Entretenimiento
Estéreo
Juegos
Libros
Smart TV
Espacios exteriores
Jardín
Muebles de exterior
Patio
Lavandería
Lavadora
Lavandería
Espacios de trabajo
Escritorio
Para tu comodidad
Calefacción
Mascotas
Se aceptan mascotas
Solo se aceptan perros y gatos
Hasta 10 kg por mascota
Facilidades de acceso
Si tienes necesidades de acceso especial, comunícate con la propiedad utilizando los datos que figuran en la confirmación de la reservación.
3 lugares de estacionamiento para personas con discapacidad
Acceso a pisos superiores solo por escalera
Alfombra delgada en las áreas comunes
Camino a la entrada bien iluminado
Entrada con 3 escalones
Escaleras con barandal
Espacios alfombrados en las áreas comunes
Estacionamiento con acceso para silla de ruedas
Estacionamiento para vans con acceso para silla de ruedas
Piso de madera sólida en las áreas comunes
Piso liso en las áreas comunes
No se permite fumar en la propiedad
Servicios e instalaciones
Caja de seguridad
Cambio de sábanas (previa solicitud)
Cambio de toallas (previa solicitud)
Plancha y tabla de planchar
Servicio de limpieza previa solicitud
Aspectos destacados de la ubicación
Cerca de un hospital
Cerca de un spa de salud/belleza
Actividades
Estacionamiento para bicicletas
Resguardo de bicicletas
Ciclismo en los alrededores
Golf en los alrededores
Senderos para caminar o andar en bicicleta en los alrededores
Características de seguridad
Detector de monóxido de carbono (el anfitrión indicó que la propiedad cuenta con un detector de monóxido de carbono)
Detector de humo (el anfitrión indicó que la propiedad cuenta con un detector de humo)
Extintor de incendios
Descripción general
Cambio de sábanas previa solicitud
Composta
Estacionamiento para bicicletas
Exhibición de artistas locales
Jardín
No hay agitadores de plástico para café
No hay botellas de agua de plástico
No hay botellas de refresco de plástico
No hay popotes de plástico para bebidas
Reciclaje
Resguardo de bicicletas
Se utilizan artículos de limpieza ecológicos
Servicio de limpieza (previa solicitud)
Tamaño de la unidad: 70 metros cuadrados
Toallas (cambio previa solicitud)
Uso parcial de iluminación LED
Vajilla reutilizable
Vasos reutilizables
Ventanas de doble cristal
Políticas
Check-in
Hora de inicio del check-in: 16:00
Edad mínima para hacer el check-in: 21 años
Check-out
Check-out antes de las 10:00
Instrucciones especiales de check-in
Recibirás un correo electrónico del anfitrión con las instrucciones para hacer el check-in y el check-out.
La información proporcionada por la propiedad podría estar traducida con herramientas de traducción automática.
Instrucciones de check-out
El anfitrión exige que realices lo siguiente antes del check-out:
Quitar los artículos personales
Apagar las luces y cerrar las puertas
Si no sigues todas estas instrucciones, podrías recibir una opinión negativa por parte del anfitrión.
Mascotas
Se aceptan mascotas: perros y gatos de menos de 10 kg cada uno (2 mascotas máximo)
Furniture coverings provided and must be used.
Niños y camas adicionales
Se permiten niños: edad mínima de 0 a 17 años
Cot and safety gate available upon request.
Eventos
No se permiten eventos
Fumar
No se permite fumar
Información importante
Información importante
Podría aplicarse un cargo por persona extra, que varía según la política de la propiedad
Es posible que debas presentar una identificación oficial con fotografía y una tarjeta de crédito, una tarjeta de débito o hacer un depósito en efectivo en el check-in para cubrir cualquier gasto imprevisto
Las solicitudes especiales no se pueden garantizar. Están sujetas a disponibilidad al momento del check-in y pueden tener un costo extra
No se permiten fiestas ni eventos de grupos
Ideal para estancias largas
El anfitrión indicó que hay un detector de monóxido de carbono en la propiedad
El anfitrión indicó que hay un detector de humo en la propiedad
El equipamiento de seguridad de esta propiedad incluye extintor de incendios
Esta propiedad tiene espacios al aire libre, como balcones, patios y terrazas, que podrían no ser adecuados para niños; en caso de inquietudes, recomendamos que te comuniques con la propiedad antes de tu llegada para confirmar que puedas hospedarte en una habitación que se ajuste a tus necesidades.
Vrbo, nuestro sitio asociado, administra este hospedaje. Recibirás un correo suyo con un enlace a tu cuenta de Vrbo, donde podrás cambiar o cancelar tu reservación.
Preguntas frecuentes
What can I see around this vacation home?
This vacation home is situated in Greenwich, close to Excel London, The Arena, and ABBA Arena. You'll also find River Thames and Thames Path within a short drive.
Is there parking available at Quiet whole 2-bedroom house near Elizabeth Line & DLR – garden & parking, London?
Yes, there is wheelchair-accessible van parking and bicycle parking available.
Is this vacation home associated with a casino?
No, this vacation home is not connected to a casino.
Is there an indoor pool at this vacation home?
No, there is no indoor pool at this vacation home.
Is Quiet whole 2-bedroom house near Elizabeth Line & DLR – garden & parking, London a good place to stay for couples?
Amenities that appeal to couples at this vacation home include a fireplace, a kitchen, and a smart TV.
Does Quiet whole 2-bedroom house near Elizabeth Line & DLR – garden & parking, London have a hot tub?
No, there isn't a spa tub at this vacation home.
Does this vacation home offer breakfast?
No, this vacation home doesn't offer breakfast.
Does this vacation home allow pets to stay free of charge?
Although cats and dogs can't stay for free, they are welcome at this vacation home.
Does Quiet whole 2-bedroom house near Elizabeth Line & DLR – garden & parking, London have connecting rooms available?
No, this vacation home doesn't feature connecting guestrooms.
Where is the closest airport to this vacation home?
The closest major airport to this vacation home is London City Airport (LCY), which is 4.1 mi away (31 minutes by car). Another top airport is Heathrow Airport (LHR), which is around 23.1 mi away.
Are there rooms with balconies at Quiet whole 2-bedroom house near Elizabeth Line & DLR – garden & parking, London?
Yes, every house at Quiet whole 2-bedroom house near Elizabeth Line & DLR – garden & parking, London comes with a patio.
Opiniones de Quiet whole 2-bedroom house near Elizabeth Line & DLR – garden & parking, London
Opiniones
10
Excepcional
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Puntuación de 10, es decir, Excelente. Basada en 43 de 46 opiniones
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Puntuación de 8, es decir, Bueno. Basada en 3 de 46 opiniones
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Opinión archivada
8/10 Buena
Eileen L.
16 ago. 2014
cosy and well appointed
We had a lovely stay at Explorers Rest. It is a very well appointed house with everything you could need and lots of advice/instructions available from the owner. All our dealings with Krista were business like but very friendly and always prompt. We loved our stay.
Eileen L.
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10/10 Excelente
Peter F.
23 may. 2011
Fabulous spot!
I stayed in this holiday home for a small number of nights and can wholeheartedly recommend it as an excellent spot for a romantic getaway in the wonderful city of London! The close proximity to parks and the vital east end of town make the location great. Attention to detail is clear in the furnishings and renovations. Fond memories of my nights here are largely thanks to the owner's hospitable graces! I very much look forward to the next opportunity I have to stay!
Peter F.
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10/10 Excelente
Klaus S.
16 jul. 2015
A perfect home
We enjoyed our stay at this lovely and well equipped house in Woolwich very much. We felt at home right from the beginning and we could recommend Explorers Rest without doubt. The house has is a real rest - and after a long day out in London or Greenwich you could hide and relax. Krista is a very friendly host and although she was not in Woolwich everything was perfectly arranged - very personal and so much helpful information about the house and the area around. We would definitely come back again. Very warm regards from Germany.
Klaus S.
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10/10 Excelente
23 may. 2011
Charming Victorian House
Charming mix of Victorian character and contemporary detail. Very welcoming and comfortable with everything one needs for a relaxing break. Lovely garden for those longsummer evenings. Main bedroom full of character, and second bedroom has a view over the garden.
Easy to reach central London and also historic Greenwich with the Maritime Museum and the famous painted ceiling at the Royal Naval College. Only three minutes walk from Plumstead Common and two minutes from local shops.
Would not hesitate to recommend it. I plan to return,
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10/10 Excelente
Eva und Ralf S.
24 ago. 2011
Restful holidays
We stayed in the house for 12 days with our three children (8, 9 and 10). It was very comfortable, clean and well-maintained. We really felt at home. The owner provided a very good customer service - there was a welcome book with lots of great informations about nice places to visit.
The area is very quiet and save. When we came back from the city of London we enjoyed the comfortable and quiet ambiance. Our children loved to play football in the nearby park. It was easy to go to the city of London. It only took about 20 minutes by bus and tube.
Eva und Ralf S.
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10/10 Excelente
Laural D.
15 jul. 2012
Truly Amazing Holiday Rental
I travelled here on my first international trip and am truly delighted that we chose this location. Krista is more than acommodating, the house is exquisite, and the location is fantastic. From the first email she helped my friend and I with the trip and was extremely prompt in her replies. The house has all the ammenities that you need when renting a home. I was able to cook full meals here in comfort and felt like it was home when staying here. The beds are comfortable and the house is wonderfully decorated. The location is safe and near public transportation making it very easy to navigate to London's city centre. There is a quaint pub and a local market around the corner as well. This house and Krista are truly a delight, and I look forward to staying here again upon another trip to London!
Laural D.
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10/10 Excelente
Gabriela S.
20 may. 2011
Our best souvenirs of London!
We "lived" in this house for 15 days during Summer 2009. We were a couple studying English in London and we found this little hidden gem by chance.. actually we were really lucky!
What I enjoyed the most was the garden: big, nice, plenty of plants, quiet, the ideal place after a day in the busy London. The house is just perfect: clean, big, romantic, so well decorated! It has a personality, it was a real "love nest" for us.
We really appreciated Krista, she is a perfect host, she showed her house completely and left everything there: books & dvd were helpful for practicing our English.
If I had to come back to London I'd choose this place without doubts!!!
Gabriela S.
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10/10 Excelente
Danielle S.
4 sept. 2016
Clearly personal and heartfelt
We were on a month long odyssey of a trip and we started at Krista's place. It remains our favourite place. It is true it is a bit of hike from downtown London but the return "home" after the frenetic pace of central London helps you keep your sanity. We weren't there for one hour before my son said: "I don't know what it is but it really feels like home".
The kitchen had everything I needed to cook decent meals and it saved us loads of money on meals.
Krista clearly is very serious and thorough about ensuring your family has a great stay. We cannot recommend it highly enough. Trust us, you won't regret it.
Danielle S.
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10/10 Excelente
30 ago. 2011
The perfect holiday
Visiting London and stay in Explorer`s Rest = the perfect holiday:
- You arrive and find immediately a parking place in front of the house!
- You came into the house and you feel at home - And then some!
- The arragement of the house is absolut complete - we missed nothing!
- The garden is lovely - we enjoyed the sunshine!
- The surrounding: wow! The whole family was happy - London ca be so green! What a nice surprise. We have enjoyed long walks on the "Green chain walk" - a welcome change to the big city!
Highly recommended!
Thank you very much Krista!
Silke, Ralf, Hanna, Marie & Alva from Cologne
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10/10 Excelente
19 may. 2011
Cozy Greenwich Home
This property was a lovely location; out of the hustle and bustle of busy London, but just close enough that all the tourist sites were not out of reach. The house was very clean and had just been renovated when we stayed here (December, 2010). The house has everything you could need as a vacationer. We took advantage of the fully-functioning kitchen and the cozy fireplace on a nice winter's evening. The owners were excellent and easy to contact/provided really detailed directions, easily reached by public transportation.
I would recommend this property to those who, at the end of a long day in London, just simply want to relax and unwind. We did not spend a lot of time in the actual area around the property itself, but as a Kent-resident, I have been to most of the sites in the Greenwich area on other occasions and they are all beautiful, peaceful and relaxing.
Opinión archivada
10/10 Excelente
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30 sept. 2011
Wonderful place to stay in South London
Dear Krista,
Last July, we had a wonderful holiday at your place. We stayed two weeks with our two very young children (2 and 5 years old), and we all loved your house !
Everything was perfect : the house was very clean and so well fitting ! We had the feeling to be "at home", and now our children are asking us to come back in Greenwich !!
It was also a good area to be : it was easy to travel to central london as well as to the south and the countryside. (free car park in the street in front of the house !)
We would like to recommend your place and would like to thank you for your welcome and your help during our stay. :-)
Next time we will stay in London, we will come back to your wonderful explorer's rest !!
Thank's from us four !
Yanouchka, Luca, Emma and Noam
from Switzerland, Geneva
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10/10 Excelente
Darlene B.
26 jul. 2012
Amazing stay in London area!
My husband and I stayed in this wonderful home for a week. Every detail was just like in the pictures- from the lovely garden to the space saving kitchen to the artfully finished bedrooms. What the pictures cannot tell you is that Krista is a fantastic host! She has everything in her home labelled for ease of use; binders of maps and information; movies to watch and cd's to listen to- and Oyster cards to help us get on the train and tube! No hotel would ever do so much. The area around this home is convenient and the people are friendly. Greenwich itself was beautiful to explore and London was about a 20-30 minute transit trip away. This is the 4th time we have booked a "home away" spot- they were all great but Krista's attention to comfort, care and convenience makes this our #1 choice! Bravo- and can't wait to return!
Darlene B.
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10/10 Excelente
19 may. 2011
Awesome, look forward to return visit!!!
To date we have stayed at Krista's on three seperate occassions and look forward to our next visit- Such a clean, cosy, comfy spot with easy access to the center of London or the countryside. She has great books and brocheurs that had us exploring places not on our list. Unlike other homes we have stayed, she had personal notes with extra information that made it so easy to know how to get everywhere easily. Maybe it is because she likes to travel herself, but she seems to know what visitors need. Just make sure you leave time at the end of the day to enjoy a nice wine in front of the fireplace. Also, I'm a morning person so loved taking my first coffee and a book into the garden- this time we had exceptional weather so 6:30 every morning that was my spot while my husband, the "chef" had fun creating our English breakfast. Great that the local "shops" are so handy and have everything you need!! Overall, delightful!!!!
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8/10 Buena
Michelle A.
5 abr. 2016
Cute place, far from London...
The house is well maintained and you can tell the owners put a lot of thought into making it comfortable for visitors. The special touches like a welcome basket with a note as well as taking the time to spread Easter eggs over the house (since it was Easter time) for the kids was very lovely.
Just a note to those wanting to travel to London centre for the tourist attractions, this place is quite far away. It took us 2.5 hours just to get there from the airport (the Piccadilly line was closed and it was rush hour). It also took us a minimum of 53 minutes to get anywhere near London centre. With three exhausted kids after a day of sightseeing this was a bit frustrating. Downtown Royal Greenwich is also a 20 minute bus ride. The reviews about it being so close to everything is definitely misleading.
Michelle A.
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10/10 Excelente
Erin S.
25 oct. 2013
The Perfect Way To Spend A London Holiday!
If you’re looking for a welcoming home to stay at during your London Holiday, look no further. As travelers who prefer to immerse ourselves in the culture we visit, Explorer’s Rest was the perfect place to stay during our travels in London. This lovely home—situated in a charming neighborhood in Greenwich—provides travelers with the care and comfort of a relaxing and beautiful Victorian flat.
Explorer’s Rest itself is lovely and enchanting. Throughout the picturesque home, we found helpful books, notebooks, and pamphlets on how to travel around London, as well as information on where to eat, shop, and explore the city. Additionally, small labels are located around the flat, which permitted us to navigate throughout the house easily. Books, DVD’s, and televisions filled the home, which enabled us to relax and enjoy our surroundings—especially after a busy day in London!
Staying at Explorer’s Rest allowed us to spend quality time together. As we reflected on our adventures in the city, we enjoyed a nice meal, and a relaxing cup of tea around the kitchen table. Furthermore, Krista’s kindness and wealth of knowledge is what truly made our journey to London special.
One could not ask for a better place.
Erin S.
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10/10 Excelente
19 may. 2011
My dreams came to life here!
I can not say enough about this home away from home - except I didn't want to go home! Beyond the cleanliness, and beauty of the space, the feeling you get when you walk through the doors and throughout the rooms is what I have remembered most. The owner of the home has clearly filled this home with love, personality, and life. The location is perfect - a few minutes from the tube, a market, shops, and close to local pubs if you're looking for a pint :)
The owner of the home was absolutely lovely; friendly, warm, and generous are just three words I would use to describe her.
If you are looking for a breath of fresh air, this is the vacation spot for you - if you are looking for adventure and want a relaxing space to come home to - this is it. If you want tranquility, and to just relax with a book - take another look at that fireplace and garden; you've found it. The couch goes perfectly with a glass of wine, and the tub is great when filled with bubbles :)
From one traveller to another - don't miss out on this opportunity, because you'll never know what you've missed! I can't WAIT to go back!!! If you want to Do, See, and Live the Dream... you can stop dreaming and start living your own reality in this beautiful home away from home :)
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10/10 Excelente
Stefano B.
19 jul. 2011
the best holiday ever
We are a family with two boys; we have spent in the house two fantastic weeks in July 2011.
The property is absolutely perfect regarding everything. It's clean and tidy. You can find all you need since it's truly well organized. The house is extremely pleasant and the furniture is new and lovely. The garden is relaxing, well-kept and very nice. The location is fantastic; you can reach London easily but near the house there are shops and supermarkets, so that you can buy whatever you like. The neighbourhood is peaceful and safe; it's also good for children since you just have to cross the street and you find amazing enormous parks with enchanting trees. The property is definitely charming and the best thing is that you can experience living as English people do. This means that if you like travelling and learn different way of living you should experience a holiday with no hotels. You can reach the airports easily with no stress. The owner is kind, friendly and always prompt in providing you of everything you could ever need. I strongly recommend this property to anyone who wants to spend the most incredible holiday ever! We left there a part of our heart... Friendship we have found is even better than the best house we have ever rent.
Stefano B.
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Barbara B.
17 nov. 2011
Actually six stars would be necessary here
If you ever plan to visit London, you must stay at the Explorer's Rest. It's the ideal place for young or old couples or families with small children or with teenagers or groups of friends or just everybody. The pretty house is located in a nice street in a quiet area and was extraordinarily clean when we arrived. Everything is small and cosy. You've got two floors, with two separate bedrooms; and, if you want, you can also put an extra bed. Though the two people sleeping in the two double-beds should be well acquainted in each case since they are not very big/wide - but really beautiful. The whole house it very neatly furnished with a lot of taste and dedication. You will find everything you need in the kitchen; besides there is a dishwasher and a washing machine; and don't forget the cute garden! In the living room the London explorer can rest near a fireplace in the evening. We left our car parked in front of the house the whole week and went by bus, tube or train to all the sights. In the nearby surroundings one can find a bakery and all other kinds of shops but also restaurants to go to within walking distance. The owner has provided with an abundance of information in order to be able to explore London and its surroundings in the most extensive way possible. We can highly recommend this Home.
Barbara B.
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Robyn M.
24 dic. 2013
Home away from home
If you are like me and deciding between a couple of properties with a family, go no further and choose this apartment! We are a family of 5 (with 3 teens) and we had our own room and the kids had their room with a double bed to share and the eldest had a mattress.
The instructions Krista gave were so great when arriving into a city you don't know, we followed them very closely. It took us 1.5 hours to get here in rush hour traffic from Heathrow on the tubes and then a 10 minute bus to the place in Greenwich. Entry was seamless with a key code given to us via email.
This apartment was like a home away from home, there was everything you needed, washing machine, dryer, hair dryer, full kitchen with a lovely selection of teas and coffee, some lovely soap and body sprays etc.
It is on a quiet street and only 3 minutes walk to a shop that sells milk and other essentials. There is a larger shopping centre 2 bus stops away (about 5 min by bus).
The Woolwich Arsenal train station has connections to the DLR and underground and is a 10 minute bus ride away. I also noted there was free parking for a car out on the street if you needed it.
The house was also decorated for Christmas which the kids loved, its all these little touches that make this a home away from home.
Robyn M.
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Roeland S.
28 jun. 2012
Perfect spot to explore London
Explorer's rest is the perfect spot to explore London and the Greater London Area. Situated in a quiet Victorian neighbourhood in Greenwich, it might seem a bit far from London's tourist attractions at first. But apart from the fact that Explorer's rest has a lot to offer in itself, it isn't actually that far from the city centre. Only a 2 min. walk to a bus-stop, then a 10 min. busride gets you to Woolwhich Arsenal, a transport hub from where you can take a train or the Docklands Light Railway (DLR) into London. And that is only a 20 min. ride, with lots to be seen along the way. The house itself isn't vey large but it's perfectly charming and extremely well kept. It sleeps 4 persons very comfortable (we were with 4: two adults and 2 15-year olds). Krita Vesey is a generous host. Lots of things are provided: books and dvd's (there are 2 televion sets with dvd-players), cd's, and there is a more than generously equipped kitchen. And another very large plus: we found it very interesting indeed to live for a week among average Londoners, in stead of just mingling with the tourist-folk. Near to the house are some convenient shops like a bakery and a grocery. A well-stocked supermarket is only a 5 min. walk away. The is also a pub closeby, as well as a nice park. Imagine travelling into London, seeing all the sights and doing everything else Londonish and after that just go home and make yourself a quiet dinner in stead of having to hunt half the evening for a decent restaurant! We will certainly return, and recommend Traveler's Rest to all that are looking for an unusual way to explore London.
Roeland S.
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Jennifer L.
15 sept. 2016
Beautiful home, full of character!
This was our second stop on our 3 week tour of Ireland and the UK in March 2016.
First off - Krista is simply AMAZING. She is a very genuine and caring person, and gladly helped us with our questions (we had SO many questions as this was our first time in London.) When we arrived she had a welcome basket with homemade treats, maps/brochures to EVERYTHING we would want to see and even a birthday banner and balloons (we were there on my birthday) and Easter surprise (my 4 year old LOVED the little Easter egg hunt she set up.) She is very meticulous about everything in the home; we had everything we needed to cook and had info about ANYTHING we could think of (near by stores, good eats, bus/train/underground maps etc.) You can tell that this home is a labor or love, it is beautifully decorated, updated and modern yet homey (toys, movies, reusable grocery bags, Oyster cards, not to mention a beautiful yard (British viewers, read: garden) If you get a chance, read the info/photo book about the history of the house and all they've done to it, it's very interesting. The house is just around the corner from a bus stop which was perfect for us - we used public transportation religiously! We never had to wait more than 10 minutes for a bus, train, or the underground (except when the Jubilee line went down... now that was an adventure.) It's close enough to the city center to not feel out of the loop but far enough away that it was a quiet retreat after a long day of sight-seeing. My only regret is that we didn't have a chance to meet Krista and her husband as we were overwhelmed with sight-seeing and had so many early (2am) days. We absolutely loved staying there, and if we ever got the chance to go back to London we would love to stay there again!
Jennifer L.
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10/10 Excelente
6 jun. 2011
A perfect place for Londoner’s experience:
I lived in this house for over a year. I was working in London therefore I rented the house. I must say that living in this house was the highlight of my yearlong stay in London. First of all it is a beautiful Victorian house with two eye catching periods fireplaces. But it is also very modern and well equipped for “London life”. It is also very clean and comfy! To me Kitchen is the centre piece of this house. It is very well stocked and I spent lot of time cooking various continental foods. The garden is the perfect place to chill out!! It is green, colourful and quiet. During the summer I used to have regular barbeque with my friends. We spent some quality times on that garden!!
My job in London was quiet stressful and long hours. I always enjoyed having a long shower with the power shower after hard day at work. (By the way the toilet has got automatic seat closer which is handy for a man!!!)
The house is situated in a quiet and safe place. The house is close to all amenities. There are Indian, Chinese and traditional English restaurants & pubs nearby. There is also a supermarket within walking distance. More importantly there are some good quality fast food shops (Kebab and Fish & Chips) within close proximity!!
Communication with other parts of London is excellent. You can literally hop in to the famous London bus from the next street. Also the train station is quiet close. There are some fabulous parks very near to the house. I used to enjoy flying kites there.
I think the house is perfect for someone who wants to have “Londoner’s experience”. I also think that if somebody wants to live in London for few months he/she should seriously consider this house.
One more thing, the house is pet friendly. My two rabbits also lived with me on that house and they also recommend the house!!!
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Andre F.
11 feb. 2015
Rest easy explorers!
I stayed at Explorers' Rest for two weeks starting at the end of January 2015. Let me first say, that I travel A LOT! I stay in hotels, bed and breakfasts, vacation rentals all over the U.S. and the world, so I've experienced the ups and downs of travel accommodations. For my first trip to England, I wanted to live like a local and not a tourist, but I wanted to also feel like I was living trendy and comfortably. Explorers' Rest embodies exactly what I wanted! The house is nestled in the friendly neighborhood of Plumbstead Commons inside Greenwich. The neighbors and locals are the nicest people, and you almost immediately feel like you're a treasured neighbor when you pass them on the street. The house itself, is efficiently arranged and meticulously designed. Within hours of staying, you fall right into the feeling that you've been living there for years and the house becomes more of a home to you then just some stay. It's eclectic for sure, but I imagine that anyone from a businessman to a family would find it ideal. Finally, and most importantly, is the owner, Krista. I've stayed at VRBOs before, and have had wonderful owners, but Krista treats you like a long-time friend! She arranges notes and directions for you all over the house to help you acquaint yourself with the surroundings. Not only that, but she's AMAZINGLY quick on the draw when it comes to e-mail correspondence, even going as far as to keep you up-to-date with the local news (while I was there, the buses and rail systems went on strike and she would tell me via e-mail from Sweden before I even knew myself!). My girlfriend joined me for the second week of my travel in the UK, and she too fell in love with the design and layout! So, if you're like me, and you're sitting there weighing your options on where you should stay (like I was) and you just can't make up your mind...let me help you...CHOOSE THIS ONE! I promise you, the only thing you'll have to worry about is dealing with your disappointment for leaving it at the end of your stay. Cheers!
Andre F.
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10/10 Excelente
19 may. 2011
Just magical!
My boyfriend and I had never rented a 'holiday home' before and then someone suggested it to us for London since it's a LOT cheaper than hotels there. We loved it!
We spent two absolutely amazing weeks here to celebrate our two year anniversary and it was beyond wonderful! Initially we thought about staying right in the center of London, but chose here because we loved its character and because we wanted to have our own garden (which is kind of hard to find in London). We're so glad we did! London really is quite busy and noisy so it was wonderful to start and end our days with a real sense of relaxation and green space.
I loved it all but I think the best bit was the fireplace in the bedroom. It was SOOOO romantic! Even though it was sort of spring, we curled up in bed next to the fire every night. Now that we're home again I really miss it. It was such a treat! We had coffee in the garden every morning and most nights I soaked in the tub with candlelight.
We didn't know London when we arrived so were worried about getting around but it was simple! Instead of getting a bus to the train station (only takes a few minutes), we walked since it was so peaceful strolling through the park and beside the Victorian homes. It was so lovely to stay in a true 'home' that has such a warm, welcoming vibe.
My boyfriend isn't exactly the romantic type, but staying here really brought that out in him. It was just so special! It really was the perfect place to stay for our anniversary. I let the owner know when we booked why we were coming and she even had a special welcome pack for us to help us celebrate! It was just so lovely.
We'll definitely stay here again and I've already recommended it to friends of mine who are going later this year. Oh, and the owner told us about cheap flights from City Airport (it's like 20 minutes away) so we even managed to get to Amsterdam for a couple of nights while we were there.
The whole experience was just so magical for our anniversary! I totally recommend staying here! No hesitations! You'll love it!
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8/10 Buena
Sharon G.
4 ene. 2013
A home away from home!
Explorer's rest proved to be a great base for our London holiday, it felt like staying in a real home with all the comforts and atmosphere of being at home. Krista made us feel extremely welcome with everything from a welcome basket of goodies to a detailed manual outlining everything we could possibly need to know about the house and our stay in London.
The house has been wonderfully renovated making great use of available space which in Victorian terrace houses is an impressive feat. While being away from the centre of London, the area is well serviced by public transport with ready access to buses going into London and a very short trip to the DLR. Because we were staying for a month and planning a lot of exploring we bought a monthly transport card but Krista has provided oyster cards for guests to use, you just have to top up the cards. There is a handy local shop for essentials and it is only a short trip to Woolwich for the market or a Tescos that has everything you could possibly need. The common is just around the corner and my daughter and her friend particularly enjoyed seeing foxes on the common and in the neighbourhood. If we were visiting in warmer weather I am sure we would have made use of the lovely little back garden at Explorer’s rest, which is an added bonus.
We stayed in December, so a particularly cold time of year but Explorer’s rest was such a cosy place to return home to each night. The fireplaces were an extra bonus but not necessary for heating just nice for the extra atmosphere. Krista even provided Christmas decorations for our Christmas stay. Joanna who came and cleaned once a week during our stay did an amazing job, making the house always feel cosy, comfortable and welcoming. All in all Explorer’s Rest proved a great base for an extended London visit, with all the comforts of a home away from home and Krista made us feel incredibly welcome and provided us with all the information and tools for a great London visit. The only downside is that is possibly not the right place to stay if you want really quick access to all the central attractions but if you don't mind using the public transport it can make for a relaxing visit. Trips into horse guards on the 53 bus provided a relaxing trip into the city and the bus also stops right in front of the imperial war museum. The DLR and the tube were great for quicker trips. With the DLR being overground it also provided another way of just seeing more of London.