This basement unit in the Shaw district was just as advertised. Alan has thought of everything, including extra pillows, blankets, linens and every supply, utensil and convenience you can think of. The washer/dryer, heated towel rack and heated bathroom floor, stocked Keurig machine and automated fireplace were very nice options.
The unit is located about two short blocks from the subway station, local stores and some bars and restaurants. The unit is on 6th Street, a major north-south street perhaps ten blocks north of downtown Washington DC. With a combination of walking, the subway and inexpensive Uber rides, you can easily get to all the tourist sites in Washington.
The unit was very clean, comfortable and nicely decorated. The back bedroom is quiet and dark for great sleeping and has a comfortable bed. The living room with a sofa bed might be a bit noisy for a light sleeper, but there was construction in the neighborhood when we were there. We heard no noise from the upstairs tenants. The unit had its own entrance and was very private.
We had a rental car and stayed mid-week. Parking was a challenge. Alan thoughtfully provided a parking pass, however, on Wednesday and Thursdays street sweeping parking restrictions make available parking very scarce. Parking is probably easier on the weekend. This is a problem all over DC, not just in that neighborhood.
Communication with the host was excellent. The unit was clearly market and easy to access. Alan promptly responded to our questions and requests. Everything in the unit was clean and working, with typed out instructions. We were very impressed with this apartment.