Location + Comfort + Value equals an unbeatable Gtown Stay
For this trip, my number one requirement was location, followed by comfort, then value. It is not easy to get this combo right...just peruse the listings, one place looks great, but, dear lawd, for that price, I will have to limit dining options to a can of tuna from CVS; another place has the great price but the location means taking taxes or buses and I already am running late before I even get there; other places have so-so reviews.
And then there is Raul's place. Let's look at the list:
LOCATION: this is the heart of Georgetown, steps off of Wisconsin Ave, which means steps from great food, dining, coffee shops, drug stores, liquor stores, and shopping (don't miss Reddz Trading if you love thrifting as much as I do). 10 minutes walking to U of Georgetown, with buses and metro stops close. It really was perfect. Although, the very close location on top of a kebab shop, did mean that we had some strong smells in the flat... good smells of roasted chicken and yumminess...but they were strong especially downstairs. Got used to them in a hot minute though and actually LOVED the chicken kebab I got to go!
VALUE: what do I have to say here...check other listings, this place is cheap! I shared with one other person and the money we saved on lodging meant lots more eating out and shopping!
COMFORT: Here I really mean the beds...both mattresses are all fancy (there is even info on them in the welcome note) and have that amazing sink-in feeling of deep comfort, with loads of pillows and crisp, fresh linens. As for the rest of the place, it has old school charm with exposed beams and creaky old wood floors. Yes, it's aging, but that is the charm. The bath had the usual suspects, with good water pressure, but was the only place not super comfy, it was small and the angles of the ceiling meant I slammed my head a few times (I'm tall). There was good space in the living room for dining or yoga (which was my preference), the kitchen has what you need (ie. wine opener!) , the rooms have ample furniture and there is a massive closet.
Commo with Raul and Marsh was super responsive and helpful. Their welcome guide was detailed with loads or relevant links.
Overall, I loved it and if I return to Georgetown, will stay there again!