Autumn 2019
The summer was good and now it is the Fall.
Airbnb class me as a superhost not knowing I have done this for many years and so happy so many people return.
My choir Aves Cantantes went near the Loire Valley and we sang for Ascension Day in one village church, and gave a concert in another church. We all stayed in an ex-monastery now super hotel.
Our hotel in the background. Sue, Miles and Laura.
Holland Park Opera performed Dido and Aeunus which we had performed, so good to see the real thing. Ours better of course.
RentaCrowd met twice in May and September. My old ex-BBC hostel friends. We have known each other well over 50 years.
With Jyotsna Singh and Nicholas O'Shaughnessy at the Tennis Club
Libations at the church with Jyotsna Singh
In September all three grandchildren are now at St Peter's School.
October brought a special concert for the 125th anniversary of Peter Warlock the British composer. His grandson Peter Heseltine attended and Miles Lallemant organised the superb music in St John's Church, Holland Road. Aves Cantantes sang.
Peter Heseltine and Miles Lallemant
You can download a copy of the Peter Warlock concert poster here
Off to Australia in November to celebrate end of school life for Hollyanne.
Best wishes
Rosamond
SUMMER 2018
At Chichén Itzá World Heritage site
This was a truly German experience including swimming at Baden Baden.
'As You Like It' at The Globe Theatre
Fun in Holland Park
CELEBRATING 30 YEARS: 1985 – 2015
Of course things have changed in 25 years particularly in communication, we rarely use a fax, and have computers and websites and mobile phones.
Gone our my beautiful purple brochures and the website taking all the glory. I do know even now people hanging on the my brochures.
Even when I away I am able to respond to your enquiries. What magic a computer is. A great enquiry came like this:
"Last fall, I was buying theatre tickets in London, and I overheard one man telling another that he had rented from you on several occasions and never been disappointed. I jotted down your name as quickly as I could".
Tuny Mokrawer. Chicago.
Another like this;
"We have rented from you on five occasions, spanning almost 20 years (first rental in 1991) on Artesian Road (with our children)".
Barbara and Ron Goldthorpe, Thornhill, Canada.
QUOTES:
Miami University are my oldest clients, and many of the Professors retire, as Tom Effler has reminded me, and had a few words to say.
"I've done the London Programme 12 times over the last 15 years and only missed staying at one of your properties. You must be aware of how much I truly enjoy Queens Gardens. Thanks again for all your thoughtful service and kindness over the years."
Professor Tom Effler, Miami University, Oxford, Ohio. USA.
"Nobody has the pomp and ceremony that the Brits have and nobody enjoys a party more! Magnificent events."
Simon from Durban, South Africa
"I'm not surprised Italians like your flats: they are beautiful and either central located or well connected and prices are not scaring."
Gabriella, Rome, Italy
"As always, you've been wonderful. We look forward to seeing you again sometime soon."
Professor Tim Greenlee, Miami University, USA
"Everything was perfect! jacob and rediet very happy, the wedding a fantastic multicultural event and all the flat and rooms you organized absolutely the best we could have! THANK YOU SOOOO MUCH!!!!"
Beatrice, Germany
"What a lovely soiree... It is great to know we have a home in London with YOU behind the scene. Keep us in mind when you find that unique property for three months March - July any year any value ... Your lovely black cat would be a bonus!! Like Father Hugh .."xx
Chris Grikscheit Melbourne, Australia
"My husband and I and our grandsons, one at a time, have stayed in one of your wonderful London flats on 2 separate occasions. This September we are traveling to London with friends and thought of you again."
Elizabeth Levy, USA.
"I never forget those lovely days in your wonderful city and I even remember you cookies."
Maria Isabel Di Biasi Buenes Aires
"You are helping us beyond our expectations and we are glad to be in touch again. 2010."
Bill and Anne Pratt, Oxford, Ohio
(Bill and Anne go back to 1989 – my first Professor from Miami University, and their Professors have come ever since)
"I found you after a long search on the internet looking for 'serviced apartments', 'holiday flats', etc. Your website stands out because of your personal touch and the properties look very inviting. So many of the flats offered by others are so much like bland hotel rooms that one would have no sense of being in London."
Christine Mullen, Melbourne, Australia
"...okay we're off tomorrow morning earlyish and if we don't see you want to say thank you SO much for the hospitality. I know we were renters, but you were so generous in ways that went beyond a business relation. We are really grateful to you. Remember to think about finding us in Sussargues (Montpellier) if you're downour way in the summer."
Ken and Liz Harrow, Michigan State University
"You may remember that you very kindly found me a flat in London in the late 1990s when I was a graduate student at UCL. I always remember the personal interest you showed in finding accommodations for me – yours is certainly not the typical agency approach and it was (and is) much appreciated."
Karla Haywood, Director, Bermuda Archives
"Your agency was recommended by Mr. James Barnes of Regent's College, and I hope you can help with a short-term stay. Your web site is so efficient and enticing that you are our first enquiry."
Ruth Krieger, USA
"Just a note to let you know we had a great time in London. The location was fantasic, and the flat, altho compact, it was great. This is our third experience with you, and all have been fantastic in their own way. Once again thanks, and we will keep in touch."
Paul Condit, Florida, USA
"London is one of the world's most wonderful cities and we had so much fun discovering it and exploring it together. At the end of the day and riding the tube, it was such a good feeling to come home to our comfy warm flat, a hot bath and our cozy beds."
The Blair family, Washington DC, USA (...they stayed in my Garden Flat next door)
"The location was excellent, the place cosy and comfortable, and all in all I had a great time."
Craig, New Mexico