A Thousand Paper Cranes

A stone's throw from Slough station, this one-bedroom serviced apartment couldn't be more convenient for access into London and the surrounding area. In addition to the stylish and comfortable open-plan living space, you benefit from your private balcony, where you can take in the surroundings over your morning cup of coffee. Spend your days out and about – the high-speed train can whisk you into London Paddington in twenty minutes, while well-to-do Windsor is less than five miles away. Then, after preparing a sumptuous supper in the adjoining kitchen, sink into the cosy corner sofa and binge your favourite Netflix series. If you find yourself with some time on your hands, Slough has many high-street shops, vibrant bars and buzzy restaurants, though you may want to travel slightly further for a genuinely innovative meal. You can find everything within a five-mile radius, from a Francophile three-starred Michelin joint to an independent street food market and everything in between.

Home truths:
* Both bedrooms can be set up in either a king-size double or twin configuration – please let your host know prior to arrival
* The fifth guest will be sleeping on a sofa bed in the living room
* Child-friendly amenities such as a cot are available upon request
* Self check-in with lockbox
*This home is a four-minute walk from Slough station which is on the Elizabeth Line, offering a direct connection to Central and East London
*Though Slough has excellent transport links, you may want access to a vehicle to explore the surrounding area – one parking space in the secure, gated car park is included