We really, really enjoyed our stay with Heather, her house is beautiful and the art astonishing - I don't think many airbnb hosts offer African art in their bedrooms :)
The pool was greatly appreciated, I didn't realise that DC got so hot in September.
Heather's pets are very polite, thy will pay you attention if encouraged, and leave you alone if not.
This bedroom is downstairs and doesn't have any windows - this didn't bother us and would be an advantage if you like sleeping in completely dark rooms. Heather has other rooms available if you want a window.
We used the subway which is a short walk away. The Washington subway system is amazing - the platforms are huge, airy and cool, the trains (even on public holidays) are extremely frequent and never crowded (not even on a weekday morning at 8.30). Best subway system I have ever come across in all my travels.
Thanks Heather.