We had a great stay at Tess's place. It is a 10 minute walk to the zoo and a 10 minute walk to the metro which was great with a 2 and 5 year old. The sinks are a little higher than standard, but Tess was generous enough to lend us a stool so that our 5 year old could be independent in the middle of the night. We would stay again the next time we visit DC.