Rae was a welcoming and congenial host. She created a comfortable space in her flat for a guest, a room with all the essential attributes for a pleasant stay: plenty of closet space, a small desk to accommodate a laptop, a bed with a nice firm mattress, and good light (including that from big window looking out onto a courtyard garden). As I had an extended stay (8 weeks), Rae kindly accommodated me with refrigerator space and use of the kitchen. The location is excellent for access to the Columbia Heights and U Street metro stops (about 15 minutes by foot) and the DuPont Circle metro stop (about 20 minutes walking). You can head out in several directions for easy access to attractive DC neighborhoods for cafes, restaurants, shops and parks. Despite the proximity to lots of activity, the flat itself is on a quiet street and provides a quiet respite from the hubbub of the city.