Short let London- choosing

Choosing a short let in London

There are lots of companies specialising in short lets. So how do you choose the one for you? To help you narrow down your choice of short lets in London there are certain factors you should consider.

Location

Think about where you want to be in London. If you want to be in a location with a village-like feel to it, then you probably want to be further out, in zones 3 -6. These areas are generally leafier and have their own local shops, but it won't necessarily feel like you are in London. Zones 1 and 2 are obviously more central and closer to the tourist attractions (Museums, Parks, Historical Monuments and the seat of Goverment) as well as important businesses.

In zones 1 and 2, public transport will be slightly more frequent and will run for longer in the evenings. Since the capital is so spread out it's important to get the right location for your short let in London.

Purpose

The short let you choose in London should be partly dependent on the reason for your stay. If you are in London for business then you'll probably need to be closer to the centre. You may also be looking for different things in your accommodation. It may not need to be as luxurious as it would for a holiday, for example. For holiday accommodation, your London short let might need to be nearer the shopping and tourist areas. Perhaps you want to stay in a really smart or trendy area of London.

Cost

Lots of people choose a short let in London over staying in a hotel, because for stays of a week or more it is usually much more cost effective. Think about the budget you have at your disposal and how long your stay is. You'll then be able to work out how much you can afford each week. Remember that you are likely to spend money on transport, general living expenses and possibly tourist attractions, so you need to factor this in when you're working out what you can afford on rental each week.

Size

Part of the reason why people choose short lets is because a hotel or a bed and breakfast doesn't give them as much space or the privacy that they would like. Choosing the right size of studio or apartment is important too, because you want to feel that it's spacious but not like you're rattling around in it. Obviously the larger the apartment, the more expensive it's likely to be, so it might be worth considering a slightly smaller flat for the sake of a lower weekly rent. At Studio Flat we have number of recently refurbished, serviced studio apartments in trendy Notting Hill. Decorated in a contemporary style, the studios are fully furnished with all the necessary equipment. We have a range of flats to suit different price brackets, from single flats to more spacious double flats on different floors.

To find out more about our short lets in London call us now on +44 (0) 207 221-6632 or email us on lets@studioflat.co.uk to see what we have available.