Although perhaps a bit spartan (e.g. no art on the walls, some IKEA grade - although new - furnishings), there was a lot to like about this place. The mgmt company was super communicative, the location verges on "hidden gem" territory. It's central london, so the neighborhood has "been around a while"...but mere steps away is the gleaming renewal of King's Cross - shops, restaurants, bars, Waitrose (500 steps door to door!) - all less than 10 years old. Plus, once you discover the northern entrance to Kings Cross St Pancras youre even almost protected from weather to anywhere in greater London (and beyond!)
So, yeah, highly recommended. Will see if it's available if i return someday.