PS, I was totally a Paddington bear stories lover as a kid, so that would have sold me right there....the gorgeous apartment is a total bonus ;p You did the right thing, picking the place that will make you happy.
Love it! I really like the kitchen and the outdoor space too! You'll be over that lost deposit soon and just get to enjoy this apartment for a year (or more?). Great choice!
It's like the MM version of House Hunters International! Did you make jokes about the lack of "American size" amenities? It's beautiful, London is my favorite city in the world so of course I'm jealous.