Perfect! This was the first time I'd used airBnb, and I amazed at how perfectly this all happened.

Maria and I maintained contact via text messaging as I was arriving, even as my arrival time was changing, 1st because of a delayed flight, and then because of bad traffic backup. Maria was there when I arrived, greeted me with olives and wine, and offered up hot tea when I passed on the wine. We visited for a while, getting to know each other just a bit, and with her showing me what I would need to know about the apartment. She is a gracious lady, and made me feel completely welcome.

Description was 100% accurate. Photos were exact. Bed is *COMFORTABLE* to the max! I asked if there was an iron and ironing board so that I could press a dress, and she pulled out what I would need. Among her decorations are women's hats, and I asked if I might borrow one while there. She said fine, and I had a great hat to wear during my visit.

Neighborhood is excellent, seemed completely safe, quiet, felt like the kind of place one could safely walk even at night. Eight blocks from "the rose garden." And an off-street parking spot!!!

Five steps up, in case someone needs to know because of physical disability.

Maria's home is lovely, and, if I'm in the area again, I'd be delighted if it is for days when Maria's home is available.

Pluses all around!