Living with Host
A bright double room in a quiet 2 bedroom flat.
Furnished with a double bed, chest of drawers, wardrobe, mirror and tv (access to iplayers, netflix and prime), foldaway desk and chair, clothes airer
Tea / Coffee facilities always available.
Bathroom with bath / shower.
Spacious living room and dining room.
Reliable broadband available, Sky TV
Guests can use the living room, dining room and kitchen
Guests are invited to come and go as they please and to consider the flat your home while you are staying here.
Guests must be ok with cats, 2 very friendly ginger cats share the space!
Smoking is permitted in the garden area only.
There are no locks on the door, but guest security and privacy will be respected.
I'm available to help if you need info about local area and amenities.
Additional guests permitted with prior arrangement (£15 per night additional charge for extra guests)
Guest Parking
Free on street parking, usually quite easy to find a space
The Area and Transport
The flat is located in a quiet neighbourhood close to good transport links, a small park and local shops. It is either a 15 min walk to Catford or to Forest Hill for shops / amenities, or there are several buses to either location. I can recommend restaurants or pubs or other facilities nearby if needed.
Getting Around
Regular services to London Bridge, Cannon Street, Charing Cross, Bromley South and Orpington from Catford and Catford Bridge. Catford also has services to Peckham Rye, Denmark Hill, Blackfriars and St Pancras. Forest Hill has services to Victoria, London Bridge, Croydon as well as the overground network linking to Crystal Palace, Croydon, Canada Water, New Cross, Hoxton and Shoreditch, Liverpool St (via Shoreditch) and Highbury and Islington.
Buses stop near the property going to Lewisham, Woolwich, Crystal Palace, Holborn, Waterloo and Victoria.
N171 nightbus stops nears the property and covers Holborn and Waterloo.
Included amenities
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This space is shared with 1 Host.
The guest bedroom is lockable, however I am in the process of getting a key.
In the meantime, guest's privacy is always respected and while staying the bedroom is regarded as the guest's space, and will not be entered by the host without prior consent unless there is an emergency.
The bathroom is shared with the host.
What the Host is expecting from their Guests
Check-in
15:00
Check-out
12:00
Strictly no smoking or vaping
Strictly no pets
Overnight companions by arrangement
No allergens or intolerances to note
Other rules
Overnight companions by arrangement and £15 per night charge
Smoking and vaping permitted in garden only
Check in and out times flexible dependent on other bookings
Please ensure all windows and exterior doors are closed before leaving property empty
What you can expect from these Digs
Strictly smoke-free
Pets are living at or visiting the property
2 very friendly ginger cats
No preferred dietary preferences to note
This property does not support accessibility
This property does not offer a child-friendly environment
The Host indicated the following health and safety measures.
General Sanitary and Hygiene Measures
Hand sanitiser provided
Soap for each sink provided
Check in/Check out times allow for thorough cleaning between Guests
Separate towels provided
Laminated house rules/welcome book provided
Contactless key collection
Bins are emptied and cleaned regularly
Rooms cleaned during stay (as agreed with the Guest)
Other
Bathroom can be ventilated
All water taps have been run if left standing for a significant period of time
See what's not included
Non-slip mats provided
Fire blanket or extinguisher present and in-date
Smoke detector on every floor and in working order
Fire evacuation advice provided
Any electricals are PAT tested (if applicable)
Property decluttered where possible
Letting Compliance Currently there are no licence requirements for these Digs.
Gas Safety
This Host has confirmed they have a valid Gas Safety Certificate. This should be on display at the property as it is a legal requirement.
Additional visitor levies may apply. Please check visitor levies by area.
Included in this room
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The map shows a general area to help you plan. We'll share the precise location after your booking is confirmed.
Ruth was a great host, I love the double room , perfect size and clean and tidy ! I have made friends with her cats ! Especially Hamish .. I was very comfortable and found transport to be excellent for getting around London and quick access to central if you go via Catford bridge! I’m sure I will return when. Work comes a beckoning.. Ruth is great to talk to a very friendly and kind ! 5 stars
23rd Feb 2026
Ruth was very welcoming and friendly with great communication. Very relaxed place to stay with really comfortable bed.
13th Nov 2025
Ruth is a really lovely, helpful & friendly lady & the 2 cats are a bonus. About a 20 minute walk to Catford with great links in either direction. Comfy bed. Great WiFi & shower. Ruth is a teacher, & an early riser, & you may hear her alarms, but the young family above more so, & you can clearly hear every movement on the wooden boards, even with ear plugs. Safe, well lit area & free parking. T.V. with various channels in room. If you are a deep sleeper these digs are ideal.
14th Oct 2025
I had an absolutely lovely stay! The area is very nice and Ruth and the 2 cats so very hospitable. I'd love to be back again
7th Oct 2025
Thanks Erin!
ruth is really cool and chill. it takes me about 45 min to get to charing cross or 30 min to london bridge station. the cats are cool too. highly recommend!
29th Sep 2025
Ruth was very very welcoming, and it was a lovely calm digs.
13th Aug 2025
Ruth was a very warm host with a lovely home. My Room was really nice and there was plenty to do in the local area which I really enjoyed along with the very friendly Cats. I would love to stay there again.
1st Aug 2025
Thanks Haydn for the lovely review! Welcome back any time!
Thoroughly recommend to anyone wanting to stay in London.
13th Jun 2025
Thanks so much Rob
A very comfortable stay. Ruth is very friendly and would stay again.
15th Feb 2025
Thanks Miriam, lovely meeting you and hope all goes well with the tours!
It was lovely to stay at Ruth's place. Great location, comfortable bed, gorgeous cats and a friendly host! I would stay again.
18th Nov 2024
Thanks for the lovely review Mary Anne!
Ruth is lovely. Recommended!
23rd Oct 2024
Easily accessible location, with plenty to eat between the underground and the home. Host is a dear, friendly and accommodating. Everything neat tidy and comfortable. Would stay again!
6th Jul 2024
Thanks Randall!
Had a great stay here! Ruth was a lovely and welcoming host. The room is spacious and comfortable. The location was great, in a quiet street with good transports links. I would definitely stay again!
29th Jun 2024
Thank you Annie!
Ruth is a lovely friendly host, very communicative and helpful. The house is in a lovely quiet street, a short walk to Forest Hill station, and the room is large and comfortable. Two very friendly cats are a lovely bonus too!
9th Jun 2024
Thanks Bronwen!
A short but sweet stay here, lovely quiet location away from the main road and hustle and bustle of the city, Ruth is very warm and welcoming and the room was spacious and comfortable. Communication on how to access the property without her in was very clear and helpful, thank you , would stay again!
27th May 2024
Thanks for the lovely review Carol!
Thank you for a very organised check-in. Every thing I needed was considered. I really appreciated that. The host has two beautiful and friendly cats.
21st Apr 2024
Thanks Nora, welcome back any time!
great accommodating host.
15th Jan 2024
Great stay. Very flexible host and 2 friendly cats.
13th Nov 2023
Thanks Nathan
Had a blast staying here. Ruth is lovely and very very helpful, and the two cats, Hamish and Ernie are an absolute delight. Buses to the centre frequently available. Will definitely be staying again!
27th Oct 2023
Great to be back staying with Ruth! She and her cats were as welcoming as always - and she was very accommodating when I was delayed due to road closures. Lovely comfy room in a convenient location for South London, free parking. Will stay again!
25th Jul 2023
Ruth was great to stay with! Recommend and would stay again :)
25th Jul 2023
Ruth was really welcoming and friendly. The location was spot on - easy to get to where I’m working at the moment in Peckham - and the room was lovely with big windows giving lots of natural light!
10th Jul 2023
Thanks Lucy, welcome to rebook if ever you need!
Ruth is a fantastic host, helpful, informative, and owner of two beautiful ginger cats. The room is lovely, and the place is very handy for London, all in all great value for money and a very pleasant stay, highly recommend!
8th Jul 2023
Thanks very much Paul, welcome back any time!
Great location for Greenwich theatre and lovely host!
29th Jun 2023
A comfortable stay with Ruth and her two friendly cats. Easy transport links to central London, and a nice quiet neighbourhood. Great London digs; recommended. Thank-you for having me!
3rd Apr 2023
You are very welcome! Thanks David!
I had a lovely stay with Ruth and her 2 lovely cats Hamish and Ernie! Very comfy bed with a 10 minute walk to Catford station. shops and good links nearby. Lovely host and a wonderful stay!
4th Feb 2023
Thanks Ben, welcome back whenever you need.
Ruth is lovely, both laid back and accommodating. She advised me on the best route to Gatwick Airport and was particularly helpful at check in. She has two gorgeous cats and a cheerfully eclectic home.
26th Jul 2022
Thanks Aimee!
My stay was highly enjoyable. Ruth was welcoming, communicated well, and created a relaxing environment.
10th Jul 2022
Ruth made sure my stay was safe and comfortable, and had great tips about the area. I had a lovely time!
4th Jul 2022
Glad you enjoyed your stay!
Lovely stay! Ruth was friendly and welcoming (as were her two lovely cats), as well as being kind enough to advise me where I could park for my audition the following day! Great South London digs.
6th Jun 2022
The room was as described and Ruth was really welcoming and friendly whenever we had chance to talk. Easy to travel into central London. Nice and quiet location. I would stay here again.
16th May 2022
Thanks Imogen
I had a Fantastic stay with Ruth and her lovely cats. Ruth is a lovely host and I recommend staying with her. The room is very spacious and comfortable.
2nd Apr 2022
Thank you Ruth for a great stay! Very friendly and helpful host.
1st Mar 2022
Very clean and nice room. Everything was easy and smooth. I recommend!
15th Dec 2021
Great digs, excellent location for central and a very warm and welcoming host. Highly recommended. Thanks Ruth!
7th Oct 2021
I've stayed in Ruth's digs a number of times both before and since lockdown and have always been well looked after. The accommodation is comfortable, help yourself tea and coffee is available at any time and Ruth herself is always a welcoming host.
12th Sep 2021
This is comfortable accommodation owned by an affable landlord. It's rather a long way from my performance venue but transport by bus is easily accessible.
6th Sep 2021
Ruth is an excellent host and made me feel so at home throughout my stay! Great location and two gorgeous cats ✨
26th Jan 2021
I had a very welcoming stay with Ruth for just under two months. She was very flexible with adding extensions onto the booking and great value.
18th Dec 2019
Ruth was a lovely welcoming host. Thoroughly enjoyed my stay here and would definitely recommend.
21st Oct 2019
Clean, cosy and well connected. Ruth is a very friendly, easy going host who allowed me to come and go as I pleased and there are plenty of transport links into central London. Recommended.
22nd Jul 2019
Very pleasant stay at Ruth's for a couple of nights. Quiet area with unrestricted parking. Comfy bed and everything a person could need.
28th Jun 2019
Thanks Martin!
Ruth is very friendly and accommodating, and made me feel very at home during my stay. The room is light and airy, and the pair of cats are a joy to have around!
3rd Apr 2019
Just about as near 100% as possible
3rd Feb 2019
Ruth is a friendly host and a I felt very welcome in her home. The bed was comfy and the flat had everything I needed for a lovely stay. Thanks
21st Jan 2019
Lovely friendly digs. Ruth made me very welcome and the two beautiful cats often kept me company. I would definitely stay there again.
27th Dec 2018
I had a lovely stay here. Fantastic location, great transport options. Ruth excelled herself getting the key to me upon my late arrival. Highly recommend!
4th Jan 2018
Great place to stay. Ruth is friendly and obliging and the flat is clean and well equipped! There are regular buses running from the end if the road. I stayed here for a month and loved it!
2nd Nov 2017
Room was lovely same with host. Location was perfect for my travel and also had very easy transport to the center in London.
24th Jul 2017