This family home in Wanstead has a bubbling secret out back. The beautiful wooden deck is home to a hot tub under the stars. Paired with a dedicated gym in the summer house, we’ve got a really special home on our hands here. The wendy house and children’s “shop” let you know this place is family-friendly, and a children’s bedroom can be set up for you. This place is dog-friendly too and a dog bowl and bed can be provided. Inside, you’ll find a stylish medley of raw wood and white walls. Choose to chill out on black velvet sofas in the main lounge, or cosy up in the second living room amidst Moroccan-inspired art. A further seating area sits just off the kitchen, set around a fireplace. The kitchen is a world of sleek modernity and a welcome hamper of essentials and little luxuries (a bottle of fizz and posh nibbles) awaits your arrival. Wanstead high street, with its selection of cafés, restaurants and local pubs, is a two-minute stroll away. Join the Central Line at Snaresbrook station (a five-minute walk away) and be in central London in twenty-five minutes.

Home truths:
*Let your host know in advance if you're travelling with kids under seven as they can arrange kids beds, cots, high chairs, safety gates and toys
*Your host kindly includes a pet welcome pack plus bowls, beds, and equipment
*There is on-site parking with this home
*The fourth bedroom is only open when small children are staying as it is a dedicated kids room
*Two guests can be accommodated on the sofa bed in the lower ground floor living room
*The hot tub fits six people and the host asks noise be kept to a minimum after 11pm
*The hosts manage several houses that can be booked together to accommodate larger groups – please ask for more information