This is among the best Airbnbs we have stayed in. The descriptions are highly accurate: a spacious, calm, cool apartment in a great location. It is really well appointed - the kitchen appliances, entertainment facilities, the washer/dryer facilities, the incredibly high-end bathroom, the linens, the large walk-in closet - everything has been done with the guests' comfort and convenience in mind. It was an absolute treat to come back here at the end of the day and relax. The bed was super comfortable and we were amazed at how quiet it is at night - you would never believe you were in a big city.

Jenny and Jason were exemplary hosts. Jenny was an incredibly efficient correspondent prior to the booking and everything went without a hitch. Jason, whose fantastic photography adorns the apartment walls, was a most interesting and welcoming guy - we had some great chats about his work both as documentarist and musician. A really lovely young family.

Mount Pleasant is a great area to stay in. It has a real community feel, seems very safe and it is easy to get to all the downtown attractions via either a 10 minute walk to the Columbia Heights metro, by bus, or on the City Bike scheme, which visitors really should think about using because it is a great way to see The Mall and the monuments, and cheap at USdollars8 per day. We didn't feel unsafe cycling around DC (and it's downhill all the way into town!) and Georgetown - which isn't on the metro - is easily reachable by bike.

All your restaurant and shopping needs can be served locally or at Columbia Heights, or a 15 minute walk to Adams Morgan. It is also really well situated for Rock Creek park and the zoo.

Cannot recommend highly enough.