Some reviews are easier to write than others. This is one of them. I have nothing but very positive things to say about my stay with Vernon and Rita. They were incredibly welcoming and friendly hosts, and went out of their way to make my stay comfortable. The neighborhood is fantastic - a lovely, residential area in northwest DC with easy access to the amazing Rock Creek Park, and a short drive to just about anywhere in the city you'd want to go. Walking and cycling from here are super easy. A 5-minute walk will get you into the Rock Creek trail system, and a 15-20 minute walk will get you to outstanding restaurants, pubs and nightlife. DC's bikeshare system also offers a station less than a block away. The apartment itself was extremely comfortable, light-filled (especially for a basement apartment), and well provisioned for guests. Vernon and Rita added quite a few thoughtful touches that made my stay memorable - snacks and drinks, plentiful dishes and cutlery, and quality bath products. Everything was extremely clean throughout. The bed was extremely comfortable and the linens high quality. Perhaps the best thing is their gorgeous outdoor space and garden out back which guests have access to. May was a great time to arrive, with so many flowers in bloom and the veggie and herb gardens well underway. Sitting out back and reading was an entirely enjoyable way to spend an afternoon. More than all this, Vernon and Rita were truly some of the nicest people I've met through Air BnB. I fully recommend a stay with them and hope I get the chance to return.