A rare privacy: you have your own coach house, separated from the Notts’ home by a stylish terracotta-potted courtyard with Indian sandstone paving and various fruit trees (peach, pear, nectarine). Breakfast in your own sunny kitchen, or let Meena treat you to a full English in hers (she makes great porridge, too). The lovely big attic bedroom has beams, cream curtains, rugs on polished wood floors; the brick-walled ground-floor twin is pleasant and airy; both look over the peaceful garden. Urban but bucolic – just perfect as a romantic retreat, or a family getaway.
Expect a warm welcome into this B&B from your hosts, Harley and Meena. The Coach House gives you complete independence if you choose, but you won't want to miss your delicious breakfast each morning from Meena! Wonder out of the door and turn onto Balham High Street which offers a jungle of bars, cafes, exhibitions and health food stores. Or jump onto a tube to delve into London's city centre.