This was our first trip to Washington DC and did not know the area at all so we wanted to stay in a place in a nice neighborhood. This was exactly that. We walked to/from the Metro every day and to several restaurants/shops in the area. We felt very safe as this was a concern, we were with our 13 year old son. The house was lovely, very clean, plenty of room (for us) and exactly as described. There was an air conditioner, which we needed desperately, and was turned on when we arrived. The Metro was a few blocks away as were several restaurants and the Politics and Prose bookstore, which we frequented. We didn't get to meet Liz as we were on the go and rarely home except to sleep, but she left her cell number as well as her housekeeper/friend's number if we needed it. Overall it was a fabulous trip and would definitely stay at Liz's place again. Thank you for a wonderful stay in DC.