Longfield Crescent Digital Guide

Welcome

Welcome to Longfield Crescent!!

Welcome: Here’s everything you need to know about your stay with us

Hello and thank you for choosing to stay at our home, we love it and hope you do too! To make your stay a little easier, we've created a digital guidebook. Here, you'll find everything you need to know about staying with us, from when to check-in/out and the WiFi code, to finding great coffee and the best local restaurants. It's all here.

Think of it as having us "virtually" by your side, showing you:

how to find us

the WiFi code

the check-in/out instructions

wonderful local places

excellent restaurants

What next?

Please relax, enjoy reading this guidebook, unwind, have fun, and enjoy your stay!

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Longfield Crescent, London, SE26 4DX GB

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Driving Directions

Getting Here

By Car - Address: 2 Longfield Crescent, Forest Hill, SE26 4DX

There's plenty of off-street parking outside and we're located just off of the South Circular making it an easy location to get to. HERE is the Google Maps link to our house, just enter your starting point and it should bring you straight to our door!! Please note: whilst we are not located in the Ultra Low Emission zone, as you exit Forest Hill and head towards central London, it becomes the ULEZ, so please keep an eye out for signage on your way to our house! You can check your vehicle and where the rule applies HERE.

By Train

Our closest station is Forest Hill (Overground) which is a short 6 minute walk away from our house. We're also not too far from Sydenham Hill or Sydenham should they be preferable. We find Citymapper is the best way of working out your route around the city, and it'll give you directions by foot, train, bike or taxi (they used to have a parachute option but not sure that one landed...literally!!)

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Don't Forget To Bring

Things To Bring

Here's a basic list of things you could consider bringing. We know you’ll have your own needs and preferences, but we thought it might be helpful to consider what else to bring - as we know what amenities we already provide!

Personal toiletries

Camera, memory cards, charger

Personal Electronics chargers

Swimming Costume (there's a pool nearby!)

Spending money

Local Weather

Check the Weather

For the most up-to-date weather forecast please check BBC Weather

Remember: the weather person is the one person who can be wrong and still keep their job. We like to say "there’s no such thing as bad weather, just inappropriate clothing".

Longfield Crescent

Longfield Crescent, London, SE26 4DX GB

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Planning Your Arrival

Key Safe Code & Entrance Instructions

We’ll provide you with a passcode to the key safe on the day of your arrival.  This will allow you to check yourself into the property. There will be a single key inside for our front door. Simply twist to unlock and push the handle down to enter. Please make sure you lock the front & back door each time you leave the property, you will need to lift the handle to engage the lock and then twist the key. If the door is locked correctly, you won't be able to push the handle down. Please make sure you return the key back to the keysafe and ensure its fully locked before departing.

Keysafe:  This is located on the wall as you enter the property. If you're facing the front door, do a 180 degree turn and it'll be on the left hand side.

Check-in Time

Your check-in time is 3pm. We can sometimes arrange an early check-in, so please contact us if you plan to arrive early and we'll do our best to accommodate you (we can’t promise, unfortunately). If you are arriving early, have a look at the “local area guide” section. We've listed lots of things you can do around the area while you’re waiting to check in.

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2 Longfield Crescent, London, SE26 4DX GB 07865655788 | alexandradack@gmail.com

Our Contact Details

Contacting Us

If you need to get in touch with us, (whether it's about a delay or you're lost -or anything else!) you can either phone us, text us, or message us on WhatsApp using the details below: Gabriel: (+44)7889341103 Alex: (+44)7865655788

In Case of Emergency (Alex's Mum): (+44)7709431593

If for any reason you cant get through to Gabriel or Alex, Alex's mum (Clare) will happy respond to your needs.

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Getting Yourself Oriented

With a world class museum, picturesque Victorian houses, a swift commute into the City and acres of green space, it’s no wonder that Forest Hill is one of London’s most up and coming areas. While this neighbourhood was already very popular with young families, the extension of the Overground here has cemented this pocket of South East London as a desirable location for City workers, with journeys to Canary Wharf now under 20 minutes. Nestled in the south west corner of the borough of Lewisham, Forest Hill has also begun to make a name for itself as a place buzzing with creative energy, as a number of exciting new art galleries have opened, and local artists regularly exhibit their work to the public. This is further enhancing the area’s strong community ethos, and residents can often be found catching up over coffee in one of the cafes on the High Street, or taking in the iconic views over London from the top of One Tree Hill. Residents with children are rarely short of anything to do, but a quiet afternoon could always be filled with a visit to the Grade II listed Horniman Museum.

Places to Eat & Drink

If you arrive before check-in, don’t worry - there’s lots to do! Practically speaking, why not visit the grocery store and do a small shop? That will give you more time to relax once you've checked in! There are also a few good restaurants for lunch, so you could relax and enjoy some of the local food! Here is a list of our favourite local pubs and restaurants:

The Sylvan Post  This is our 'local'. A lovely pub built into an old post office. The staff here are always lovely and they have a great selection of beers wines and food. On Mondays they offer 50% the entire food menu, and on Wednesdays they have a pub quiz. (The roast on Sunday is pretty good too). It is only a 3 minute walk from the property! You can access their website HERE

24 - 28 Dartmouth Road London, Forest Hill SE23 3XZ

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The Dartmouth Arms

Just a stones throw from The Sylvan Post, this pub equally has a great selection of beer and cockatails. If you like a more 'rock 'n' roll' vibe then this place is for you. The kitchen in this pub is run by MEATLiquor. If you like amazing burgers, buffalo wings and dirty fries, this place is for you. Find their website HERE.

7 Dartmouth Road Forest Hill, London. SE23 3HN

Sushi Garden

If you like sushi and Japanese food then you must check out Sushi Garden. Even closer to the property, it has a cosy and comfortable atmosphere with great food and staff Find their website HERE

103 Dartmouth Road Forest Hill, London SE26 3HT

Bona

If you like pizza, you cannot go wrong with Bona. Wood fired Neopolitan style pizza. They deliver also! Find their website HERE

25 Dartmouth Road Forest Hill, London SW23 3HN

The Signal

This pub is right opposite Forest Hill station. The food is what you might expect from a typical pub, but they do it well. The location is nice and comfortable. They have an Open Mic night on Fridays and a Quiz night on the Sunday! Find their website HERE

7 Devonshire Road Forest Hill, London SE23 3HE

Big Cheeks Thai

An authentic and very delicious Thai street food restaurant!! "Our goal is to create and share our passion of food for everyone to enjoy authentic Thai street food". Find their website HERE

1-3 David's Rd London SE23 3EP

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There are other fantastic restaurants in the neighbouring towns, of Crystal Palace, East Dulwich & Sydenham, here's just a few: Lorenzo (family run, no thrills but delicious Italian), Morgan & Watson (Vegan), A Torre (Portuguese), Four Hundred Rabbits (Pizza), Joanna's (French/British) The Real Greek, Kartuli (Georgian), Maria's Tortilla (Tapas), Franklins (British), Spinach and lots and lots of pubs with pub grub!

There are countless other restaurants, pubs and cafes in the local area. These are just some of our favourites. Sometimes the fun is in exploring!

Things to do

It is very easy to get into Central London from here, however if you want to do something more locally, here are some suggestions:

The Horniman Museum

A world recognised museum full of natural history and cultural history. The museum also has beautifully maintained gardens to walk through. Not only this, but at the top of the museum gardens, you can see a beautiful view of the whole of London. Perfect for picnics in summer. The museum also has a great cafe for some tea and cake! Website HERE

100 London Road SE23 3PQ

Forest Hill Pools

Located just a couple of minutes walk from the house, Forest Hill Pools consists of two pools and a health and fitness suite. Website HERE

Canvas & Cream Cafe & Gallery

A notable attraction near Forest Hill Station is Canvas & Cream. Canvas & Cream is a cafe with a secret garden, and many little nooks filled with cosy fireplaces and armchairs, so you can sip your latte and watch the world go by. It is perfect for rainy days or days where you need a little peace and quiet. They also have a gallery with 7 art studio spaces, a complementary therapy room and eco-friendly cafe/restaurant. Website HERE

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2 Longfield Crescent, London, SE26 4DX GB 07865655788 | alexandradack@gmail.com

Anise Gallery

Founded in 2012 by Jacquelyn Jubert and Joseph Robson, Anise Gallery is a contemporary art gallery with a strong focus towards the architectural aesthetic. Working with early to mid-career artists in a wide range of media, the gallery presents an exciting and diverse programme of exhibitions, events and talks that relate back to architecture, technology and the built environment.

Anise Gallery’s first summer graduate show was held in 2012 shortly after its opening to great success and reward. Supporting, promoting and connecting with recent graduates from London art schools and those further afield has become a core part of the gallery’s programming, and in a continual effort to expand the gallery experience, a programme of talks and events runs alongside the exhibition programming, including participation in London’s main architectural events such as the London Festival of Architecture and Open House London.

After a successful 10 years at Shad Thames, the gallery is currently undergoing a relocation to a converted 1870s Zion chapel in Forest Hill. The gallery’s move will allow for more diverse programming, wider collaboration, and engagement with the local community through artist residencies providing an exciting future for the gallery.

“Anise Gallery reaches the parts other galleries do not reach, architecture, the urban environment, engineering and much more. They will always present you with something very personal and thought provoking, artworks made with skill and a passion for the built world.” Ben Johnson. Website HERE

Appreciate Nature on Cox’s Walk

Cox’s Walk was an 18th-century public walk that has managed to survive and be brought into today’s society. It runs right next to the Dulwich Woods and Dulwich Golf Course and leads to Sydenham Hill.

Cox’s Walk is considered to be an important nature conservation site. It consists of almost 3 acres of gardens, parks, and urban spaces. This is a popular walk-in Forest Hill and features many scenic, beautiful views and an iconic footbridge.

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2 Longfield Crescent, London, SE26 4DX GB 07865655788 | alexandradack@gmail.com

Marvel at Greenery on Green Chain Walk

There is another excellent walk in Forest Hill. When you have completed (and loved) Cox’s Walk, you may want to set your sites on Green Chain Walk.

This walk is 50 miles long, starting from the Thames and finishing at Nunhead Cemetery. On the way, you will pass lots of parkland and greenery – which includes the Horniman Museum Gardens.

In Forest Hill, you can start the trail here, and choose between going south or north.

If you choose to go north, then you will be greeted with some of the most photogenic, iconic sights of Forest Hill, including the vintage car, the New York taxi, and the red phone box combination – perfect for those with a keen eye for photography.

Dacres Wood Nature Reserve

The Dacres Wood Nature Reserve sits between Forest Hill and Sydenham train station. It occupies 2.5 hectares of land and was once part of a huge garden in the Victorian period.

Visitors can visit on select days only throughout the year, so it is important to doublecheck the opening days and times before you plan your trip.

Once there, you will be greeted by vast green spaces, a variety of diverse fauna, and the remnants of the Croydon Canal, which was closed officially in 1841.

You can also hire out the field in Dacres Wood Nature Reserve for your own purposes. Dacres Wood Nature Reserve provides birthday parties, arts and crafts days, den building, woodland picnics, and more on their field.

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Dartmouth Road

Dartmouth Road is home to an array of big names and independent shops –it’s the top spot for souvenir shopping in Forest Hill. Not only this, but there are plenty of charming gift shops with items from a whole host of small businesses – so you can shop ‘til you drop, guilt-free.

Other shopping streets in Forest Hill include Devonshire Road, London Road, and Perry Cale.

The Sunday Market

The Sunday Market takes place at the Horniman museum and makes Sundays one of the best days of the week at Forest Hill.

Here, you will find many stalls surrounding the local bandstand, which sells a wide variety of local produce. Think seasoned vegetables, seasoned fruits, chocolates, artisan bread, cakes, homemade jams, a plethora of drinks – the works.

The Sunday Market takes place between 10 AM – 3 PM.  Website HERE

Crystal Palace Dinosaurs

The Crystal Palace Dinosaurs are a series of sculptures of dinosaurs and other extinct animals, incorrect by modern standards, in the London borough of Bromley's Crystal Palace Park. They're hilariously inaccurate but the history is extremely interesting, check see more information on their website HERE

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Appliance Instructions / Information

Kitchen Cupboards and Sundries

As this is our home, we may keep some cupboards locked. These are locked from the inside so if they don't open easily, they've been locked. We will always leave you a cupboard to store food and other bits and pieces during your stay.

For Your Stay:

You are welcome to use any of the following items during your stay:

All mugs/glasses

All plates and bowls

Any cooking utensils (including pans and pots)

Tea and Coffee - There are pods for the coffee machine, you may also use the instant coffee

Any sundries not locked away (spices, salt, pepper, pasta, rice etc)

Kitchen Equipment

The dishwasher: it's very simple, we promise! We provide a supply of tablets (these can be found in a small grey box under the sink) - you’ll need to insert one into the flip box container on the inside of the dishwasher door. Then press the program button of your choice - there are a few settings which are obvious - then press the start button.

The fridge/freezer: you shouldn’t need to adjust any settings. If you run into any difficulties (e.g. it's not cooling effciently) please let us know.

The hob and oven: The hob and oven are all electric, despite its ancient facade, the oven itself is a fan oven. They should work just like any other oven/hob, but if you have any issues please contact us.

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2 Longfield Crescent, London, SE26 4DX GB 07865655788 | alexandradack@gmail.com

Heating & Cooling

The thermostat will be placed in the main living room on the mantle in the centre. During the winter we have set the heating to turn on in the morning and in the evening. However, you can set what temperature you would like. It is as simple as turning the dial on the front to your desired temperature and then clicking in the dial once. This will set your target temperature. You can also turn up/down individual radiators in each room for those who cant agree on the right temperature! If you have any questions, please call us.

Laundry Appliances

We have a washing machine situated in the kitchen. There are detergent tabs in a small grey box in the cupboard under the sink. If you wish to use, simply place one of the detergent tabs directly into the drum and select the program you wish. There is also conditioner in a grey bottle, 5 pumps into the largest section in the tray should be enough.

NOTE: The pink and white tabs are for the dishwasher, the blue/green ones are for the washing machine.

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Enjoying Your Time Inside

Television / DVD System

You’re welcome to use our TV and entertainment system for your personal use. A little confusingly, there are three remotes:

One controls the sound bar, this is the smallest of the remotes. Simply turn on using the red button. It should already be set to the right settings

The LG remote controls the TV. You should only need this to turn the TV on and off The sky remote controls the sky box. This is where you can watch live TV. You're also more than welcome to use our subscription services, we have: Netflix, Amazon Prime and Disney +.

Parental Controls Password: 0000

You can access these services through the Sky box. Press the home button, scroll down to 'Apps' and then choose which service you would like. Once the TV & Soundbar are on, you should be able to control everything through the Sky remote.

Music System

There are multiple ways to play music during your stay!

The TV

If you are connected to our WiFi network, then go onto Spotify Click your share button and 'Sky Box' should appear in the device list. This will open up the Spotify app on the TV and you can search for all the music you wish.

Portable Speaker

We have a small portable speaker which you are welcome to use. It is small and red, and we normally use it in the kitchen, but take it where you like! This speaker charges via USB but should already be charged. You will need to connect to it via bluetooth. It will be under 'EDIFER EXTREME' in your bluetooth list.

Record Player / Bluetooth

We would ask that you refrain from using the record player. This is only because it is very fragile, as are the records. If you are used to playing records and using record players, then please just ask before using it.

Enjoying Your Time Outside

Grill / BBQ

There is an outdoor barbecue available for your use. However, if you have not specified your intent to use this before you arrival we will not provide coal. We can organise this prior to your stay, or if you wish to buy your own that is fine.

Chairs / Tables

Feel free to use the outdoor tables and chairs at your leisure!

There is also a firepit if you with to use this. Again, we can provide logs for the firepit upon request.

WiFi / Internet Details

WiFi / Internet Details

There is free Wi-Fi in the property. The details are:

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We provide this service for your enjoyment and convenience. However, please note that you are responsible for its safe and appropriate use and compliance with all laws. If there is any loss of service please contact us.

Rules & Regulations

Quiet Times

We are located in a residential community and it's home to many people. As such we ask that you respect their privacy and their right to a peaceful existence! Specifically, between the hours of 11pm and 8am noise should be kept to a minimum.

Breakages

We understand that sometimes accidents happen! Should you break anything please let us know immediately - if it's minor we usually won't charge. There will also be cleaning products under the sink for any spillages. If it's a larger issue (e.g. the TV screen!) we would like to agree the cost with you before you leave to avoid any issues later. Thank you!

Smoking Policy

We ask that you do not smoke or vape inside the property at all. If you would like to smoke/vape in the garden that is fine, you can find ashtrays in the kitchen cupboards.

Dog Policy

We love animals, so you are more than welcome to bring your dog with you, however please ensure they don't jump onto the furniture and they use only the garden for their toilet needs and dispose of this before your departure.

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2 Longfield Crescent, London, SE26 4DX GB 07865655788 | alexandradack@gmail.com

Safety Information

What to do in an Emergency

For emergency services (ambulance, police, fire) please immediately call 999. Do not delay if you feel an emergency situation has arisen. State your location as the address on the front page of this guidebook.

In case of a fire

• Exit the property as quickly as possible

• Ensure that all persons are accounted for

• Dial 999 and ask for ‘FIRE’

• State your location (see front page of this book

Do not attempt to re-enter the building until a Fire Officer states that it is safe to do so.

Emergency Phone Numbers

For emergency services please immediately call 999. Do not delay if you feel an emergency situation has arisen.

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Thank You

Thank You For Staying With Us

Thank you for staying with us, and we hope you enjoyed your stay. If there were any issues with your stay, please don't hesitate to tell us, as we want to ensure we can resolve them for the next guest.

We love online reviews!

Airbnb auto sends you a review request. All you need to do is click the "leave a review" button, give us a star rating, and write a sentence or two about what you liked the best during your stay.

Was it the comfy bed? The information and recommendations? Or maybe the location?

If you are unable to leave us 5 stars, please don't hesitate to contact us first to let us know why - you are key to helping our next guests to have a wonderful time.

Thank you!

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2 Longfield Crescent, London, SE26 4DX GB 07865655788 | alexandradack@gmail.com

Departure Information

Check-out Time

Check-out time is strictly 11am. If you require a later check-out, we’ll do our best to accommodate it. But please bear in mind you’ll need to let us know beforehand.

If we have guests arriving that day it will be almost impossible to offer a late checkout due to the cleaners needing to prepare for those guests.

Check-out Process

Before your departure, we’d appreciate if you would take care of the following:

Leave the beds unmade. No need to strip them.

Place used towels in the shower. Load the dishwasher and start it.

Empty all the trash.

Move all furniture and items back to original locations. Set thermostat to 19C.

Check all doors and windows to be sure that they are locked. Lock the front door and place the key back in the key safe, ensuring it is fully locked before your departure.

We hope you had a wonderful stay and wish you safe travels back home!

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