Before we arrived, Eric assured us via email that a key would be waiting for us in a locked box, and even though we arrived late at night and he was gone for that part of the week, we found our key, got situated, and made ourselves at home.

We enjoyed our stay at his house in a very safe, congenial neighborhood right near the Capitol. We had no worries and were able to walk to many of the sights and museums, and Union Station was only five blocks away. His house is quite remarkable, with many historic features, as is the entire neighborhood.

He arrived during our stay and was charming and concerned for our welfare. Even though it was his house we were able to enjoy our own routine. He had a nice kitchen set up with tea pot and coffee pot. One afternoon we joined him for a good chat on the back deck.

A good feature about the elegant bedroom with queen bed is that there's a walk-in closet with room to hang up clothes, as well as shelving to store articles, and a large mirror.