Ari and Val couldn't have been nicer and more accommodating!!! Their home is beautiful and extremely comfortable. They went out of their way to add special touches to meet our family's needs. The location is great. It is a mile from the Zoo and only a few blocks to restaurants. I will say parking is challenging but that is the nature of DC, there is absolutely nothing Ari could do about that, but if she could, there is no doubt in my mind she would have. Ari and Val have kids and a dog, they make that very clear, they even provide ear plugs and a sound machine in the bedroom to block out the noise. With them living upstairs you will hear them, so if you need some place very quiet, Ari's place may not be for you. We however had no problem because we are a kid and dog family ourselves and are used to it. They are definitely not loud, it is you just have people living over you and you will hear them. I totally believe Ari and Val are destined to be Super hosts! We will definitely be choosing their home the next time we visit DC.