Having stayed in quite a few different basement apartments on various trips to DC, I will say that all of them are a bit quirky. This apartment is essentially a shotgun studio with two 1/2 baths and a full kitchen. Quiet, decent light exposure (for a basement), and air conditioned! Overall the place was better than average and she is a great host! Even while traveling out of town, she was very communicative and gracious about everything. For those traveling from out of town, be sure to request a visitor's parking permit! DC is very strict about this. I got ticketed within a couple hours of my first night before my permit was obtained. Luckily, Margot & Todd took care of everything for me, and for that I am grateful. Will be staying here again!