BnBNook - Cozy 1BR - Big Ben and Buckingham Palace

Experience the charm of Westminster with this cozy 1-bedroom apartment, offering 50 square meters of living space on the 1st floor of a secure residential building (no lift). Check-in is hassle-free with self check-in available from 3:00 PM, with keys to be picked up at a nearby shop. Enjoy super-fast 1 Gbps Wi-Fi, perfect for working from home or streaming your favorite shows.

Property Overview:
- 1-bedroom, 1-bathroom apartment
- Sleeps up to 4 guests, family and child-friendly
- 50 square meters, 1st floor (no lift)
- Fast, free Wi-Fi, Smart TV (flat screen), no washer
- Nearest Metro: St James's Park (Circle and District Lines)
- Located in the central, safe area of Westminster

*When inquiring or booking, please include details about yourself and your travel companions. Have you read and agreed to the flat's policies? A fully refundable £800 damage deposit will be held for damages, rule violations, or lost keys. Maximum 4 guests, including children and infants.*

Property Details:
This 50 sqm apartment is on the 1st floor (no lift). It features a flexible living/dining/home office area with a double sofa bed, Smart TV, and dining table. The apartment has high-speed 1 Gbps Wi-Fi, ideal for working from home or video calls.

The kitchen is fully equipped with a sink, toaster, electric kettle, fridge, stove, oven, microwave, and more. Dishes, cutlery, cookware, and utensils are provided. While there is no washer, a laundromat is nearby. An iron, ironing board, vacuum, mop, and broom are also available.

The street-facing bedroom has a double bed with a high-quality mattress. Fresh sheets, comforters, pillows, and towels are provided. The en-suite bathroom includes a shower, toilet, sink, hair dryer, and complimentary toiletries to start your stay.

The flat is professionally cleaned and sanitized before each arrival. Heating is provided in winter, and portable fans are available (no air conditioning).

Important Information and Policies:
- Please note for reservations valued over €3000, guests may be required to pay via an alternative payment method such as credit link or bank transfer for security and banking purposes.
- For more details on the cancellation policy, please inquire.
- Check-in from 3:00 PM. Late check-ins after 7:00 PM may incur a fee and require advance notice (24 hours). Late check-in is subject to availability.
- Check-out by 10:00 AM.
- £800 damage deposit required before arrival.
- Strictly NON-smoking.
- No pets allowed.
- Not suitable for parties, events, or photoshoots. Maximum of 4 guests.
- Main booker must be 25 or older; unaccompanied minors are not allowed.
- A noise monitoring device is installed at the entrance for security, but it’s not in sleeping or bathroom areas.

A baby bed can be provided upon request for an additional fee of £40 for your stay. A baby chair can be provided for £40. Both can be provide for £60. Please inquire once your reservation is confirmed.
*Management may occasionally need access to the property for maintenance, inspections, or viewings. This will always be arranged with prior notice between 8:00 and 19:00, except in the rare case of an emergency requiring immediate attention.
*Property may differ slightly from photos due to updates or rearrangements.

House Rules and Policies

ID Verification: All guests are required to submit a copy of their ID in advance for verification. On-site verification is not available, so ID must be received before check-in details are shared.

Age Requirement: Minimum check-in age is 35. Management reserves the right to refuse service to any guest exhibiting rude or disrespectful behavior. Any harassment or verbal abuse directed toward our staff will result in immediate termination of your stay without a refund.

Policy Violations: Any breach of these rules will lead to an immediate cancellation of your reservation. Violations such as smoking, noise complaints, or improper trash disposal will incur fines up to £800.

Self-Check-In: Pick up property keys from a nearby location using a confirmation code provided after reservation confirmation. Self check-in is autonomous; no one will be on-site to meet you. For arrivals post-7:00 PM, support from our reservations team cannot be guaranteed, so please inform us in advance of any delays.

Check-Out: Upon departure, please leave the apartment as you found it, ensuring all lights, appliances, and heating/cooling systems are turned off. Follow the provided check-out instructions to return keys properly.

Cleaning and Linen Fees: Our fees reflect courteous guest use (cleaning up, storing dishes, and leaving the space as found). This is a residence, not a hotel, and an unreasonable mess will result in an additional cleaning fee of up to £800. The apartment will be professionally cleaned before your stay, though airflow and settling may naturally introduce dust particles prior to your arrival.

Check-In/Check-Out Times:

Early Check-In: May be requested but is not guaranteed; approval is required from the host for any check-in prior to 3:00 PM.
Late Check-In: £50 fee between 7:00 PM - 10:00 PM; £90 after 10:00 PM. After 1:00 AM: £120.
Late Check-Out: Must be approved in advance. Unauthorized late check-outs will be charged at the full nightly rate.
Keys: Lost or damaged keys/key fobs will incur a fee of £200 for keys and £300 for key fobs. Please follow the check-out process carefully to ensure keys are returned as directed.

Mail and Packages: No deliveries or mail may be sent to this address due to privacy concerns. Any unapproved items will be refused.

Maintenance Requests: We work with the property management team to address maintenance issues. Non-urgent issues (e.g., blinds, curtains) will be addressed after any emergency needs.

No Pets Allowed: Please refer to the pet policy for further details.

No Parties: A strict no-party policy is enforced. Violations (parties, gatherings, or unapproved guests) will incur a fine of up to £10,000.

Quiet Hours: Between 10:00 PM and 7:00 AM, please respect quiet hours by limiting noise, refraining from wearing shoes inside, and avoiding loud activities.

Non-Smoking Property: Smoking is strictly prohibited both indoors and in any building common areas. Violations will result in forfeiture of the damage deposit. By booking, you acknowledge and agree to abide by these house rules.