A charming alternative to an impersonal hotel. The bedroom/bath are in the basement level of a restored mansion in Capitol Hill, but the space doesn't feel like a basement when you're inside. The mansion is an impressive historic sandstone complex that's been converted into condos and is on a quiet block. Entry to the complex is through a locked gate on the street. After walking up a sidewalk and onto a nice porch, you enter the unit that you share with the host. Even though you share the condo with the host, it's more private than it sounds: large sliding double doors provide privacy as you make your way from through a living room and down a curved wooden staircase to the bedroom. A large bathroom finishes off the rented space. The host welcomes visitors to use the living room and kitchen upstairs. There's no air conditioning, but it was comfortable on hot summer days with a fan. The offstreet parking was a welcome feature as well, and the host was charming and discrete. A wonderful stay.