We had a great stay at Elmar and Michelle's place. The pictures shown are an accurate representation of the place. Pots, pans, utensils, and dishes are everything you need. While the entrance is from the alley, it is very well lit and feels completely safe. The neighborhood is old, but seems to be gentrifying, so there is a mix of old and new. Bus transportation in all directions is available within a block or two. The subway is only two blocks away, even though it looks like it is four blocks on Google maps. We found it to be a perfect location to explore the city from. Both Elmar and Michelle were wonderful hosts and all needs or requests were dealt with almost immediately. It should be noted that the bedroom and bathroom are upstairs, so for guests with mobility issues, this may not be the best option. For anyone else, we would highly recommend this place when visiting Washington, DC