Prof looking for short-term room

Hi -
I'm a Canadian professor (humanities) visiting London this autumn, from early November, to take up a visiting research fellowship at a central London University. I'm looking for a room or a flat at least from November 3-December 15 (dates flexible) with the possibility of extending until May (can confirm this in a few days).
I'm clear, courteous, quiet, friendly and responsible. Non-smoker. I own and rent my own home in Canada and am very used to living with other people harmoniously. I'm single and, in spite of my relatively young age I'm a parent to an adult child and also, recently, a grandfather.
When in London I'm rarely home in the days and evenings, but when I am at home I'm usually reading, watching films, cooking or listening to audiobooks or music. Occasionally, if space and time allow, I like to organize dinner parties. I make and play board games. I play squash (enthusiastically) and run (not enthusiastically). In general I'm easy to be around. Happy to send my AirBNB profile with reviews and supply references.