Staying at Dennis's place worked out really well for me. Since I was going solo on this trip I didn't need much space. Dennis's brother was there to greet me and show me the house. The room was very clean and the single bed quite comfortable. The location is very convenient. I ended up walking to the National Mall rather than take the Metro.The Smithsonian, Capitol Building, and monuments are all close by. The Waterfront area is only a few blocks away with good seafood restaurants. I would recommend Dennis's house to anyone who is looking for an affordably priced place to stay.