This is a great little place at the south end of the Shaw neighborhood in DC, and within walking distance or a metro ride to all major DC attractions.. If you read online ratings of Shaw, some of them aren't complementary.. But I felt the area was safe and people were friendly and helpful.. Whenever there was an instance of crime (usual between locals, and not involving visitors), police were on scene immediately, the response time was impressive.. The home was very comfortable and had all the things you'd need for a week long stay, even some tea, coffee, and a bottle of wine, which was a nice touch.. The host was always available and took the time to reach out and see if we had arrived safely and needed anything.. He also quickly answered any questions I had, which I really appreciated.. Compared to the price of hotels, this home is a secure, great bargain, and we really experienced DC in a holistic way staying here, using public transportation and walking when needed.