Barbs place is an easy bus ride (92 or P6) from downtown. The bus-stops are only a 5min walk to Barb 's house. The subway station is ~8-10mins walk from her house. Thus transport is easy - just purchase a transport card when you leave downtown and you are set. Barb's house has an electronic lock so there is no mucking around with keys which I always find handy. The house itself is beautifully laid out. The kitchen is easy to navigate. The bathroom has a great shower. The room I stayed in was "Sunlit Paradise " which was wonderful and comfortable. I was very fortunate to have a copy of the Smithsonian African American museum book in the room which was fantastic learning about this important part of US history, and assisted me on my tour at the museum whilst in DC. In regards to neighborhood - there is an indoor swimming pool just 10mins walk away at " Berry Farm" recreation Centre. The Anacostia walkway is only 3mins jog from Barb's house and you can go in many directions, including the ship yards along the town waterfront which is particularly nice. Barbs place is a fantastic place to stay for your time touring DC and I would highly recommend it.