The Shape of Light
6 guests
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2 bedrooms, 3 beds
2 bathrooms
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An award-winning terraced house in a quiet Islington street, this home earns its accolades through a striking design that unfolds across three floors. High ceilings, a skylight, and large windows pull in natural light, while the mezzanine bedroom – tucked beneath the eaves – is a satisfying architectural touch. Three terraces let you take the evening air at different levels, each surrounded by greenery. Granary Square's fountains and waterside cafes are a nine-minute walk away, and Angel Underground is within a fifteen-minute stroll, making this a calm but well-connected base in north London.
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What to expect
Highlights
Enjoy Granary Square's fountains, terraces and lively waterside atmosphere, just nine-minutes on foot
Browse Coal Drops Yard's stylish boutiques and atmospheric Victorian arches, just nineteen-minutes on foot
Catch the evening breeze surrounded by greenery
Duck out to the terrace between work sessions
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Home truths
There is no air conditioning here – this is standard for London residential homes. Your host provides tower fans, which help on warmer days, but the upper mezzanine level can get very hot during summer heat waves, so it's worth keeping that in mind if you're visiting in July or August.
The nearest Underground station – Angel – is a ten to fifteen-minute walk away, and King's Cross is roughly a mile on foot. The area is well served by buses too, with several stops within ten-minutes. We recommend factoring this in when planning day trips across the city.
Your host can provide a cot for little ones upon request.
At full occupancy, two guests will sleep on the sofa bed in the living area.
You'll need to be able to manage stairs here – it may not suit guests with limited mobility.
About this stay
Amenities
Outdoor seating
Desk
Laptop friendly workspace
Wi-fi
Washing machine
Dryer
Balcony
TV
Bedrooms & bathrooms
2 bedrooms, 3 beds
2 bathrooms
Extras
Arranged by your host • Subject to availability
VIP services
Luggage storage
Local guide
About Islington
Tree-lined terraces of very enviable Georgian townhouses, amazing restaurants, coffeeshops, and gastropubs, it's not hard to see why Islington is so popular with affluent media types. It's very well connected (ten minutes on the Victoria Line to Oxford Circus) and it's got a wonderfully residential feel - almost totally tourist free for some strange reason. Have a roast lunch at the Drapers Arms on a weekend and you'll quickly realise what makes Islington living so sought-after.
Explore the area
Local restaurants, cafes, museums, sites and activities, recommended by our community of hosts and travel experts
Catch a film at The Screen on the Green
This garish and conspicuous burger restaurant is not for the faint-hearted, but burger lovers will love it. Just be sure to arrive hungry.
Savour the perfect brunch at Sunday Cafe & Restaurant
This cosy café is a local favourite for what many might call the epitome of brunch. Expect plates stacked high with colourful fresh goodness and queues at the weekend, but it's well worth the wait.
Have a drink or two at the Hemingford Arms
A quaint and gorgeous looking pub, where traditional meets modern. This cosy pub serves a fine selection of ales and some tasty home-made Thai food to go with it!
Relax in the gorgeous gardens of The Albion
Surely one of the most picturesque pubs in the area, The Albion has a beautiful garden where you can enjoy a rich assortment of fine wines, ales and traditional food.
Fall in Love with Ottolenghi's Deli
You can find breakfast, lunch and dinner at this world famous establishment, and if it's not a meal you're after, you can pop in and grab one of the hard to find pantry goods.
Indulge at Udderlicious
This little venue makes home-made Ice cream on the premises, a cheery pastel-painted café hung with retro bunting. Try their specials.
Tuck into a Sunday Roast at Pig and Butcher
With bread dipped in sumptuous beef drippings to start, perfect Yorkshire puddings and meat butchered and smoked on site, there’s no need to look further for a flawless British Sunday Roast.
Get around
Airport
London City
39 min
Heathrow
1 hr 13 min
London Luton
1 hr 3 min
Train station
Caledonian Road & Barnsbury
11 min
Subway station
Highbury & Islington
14 min
Bus stop
Ripplevale Grove (Stop W)
5 min
Local shops & services
Convenience store
5 min
Cafe
4 min
Pharmacy
8 min
Booking policies
House Rules
Children welcome (1-12 years)
Infants welcome (under 12 months)
No pets
No parties or events
No smoking
Good to know
Arrival time flexible
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Departure time flexible
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Wifi
No air con
Cancellation policy
Up until
30
days
Cancel at least 30 days before your check-in date for a full refund.
Up until
7
days
Cancel at least 7 days before your check-in date for a 50% refund.
Not eligible for a refund once your check-in date is under 7 days away.
Host
This home is managed by Sam
This home is managed by a business on behalf of its owner. A member of their staff will be your point of contact before and during your stay. Sam is on hand to help you throughout your stay and is happy to provide advice, tips, and recommendations so that you can get the very best out of your time in London.
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