Alison was such a great host. The basement apartment she has is very clean, quiet and spacious. We also used the sofa bed, and it too was quite comfortable. Alison has made up a folder with local information, i.e. local places to eat, which was helpful to us during our short visit. The kitchen is fully stocked, and the coffee machine was a hit in the morning. Alison always responded promptly to my questions. I would recommend her place to anyone staying in Washington DC.