Brian's place made us feel like H Street locals and not tourists. This is a wonderful historic home in a fast changing neighborhood and I'm glad we had the chance to experience both the new H Street as well as the old.
Unlike so many DC rentals that are in basements, Brian's place is on two levels and has tons of interior light as well as a back yard. The large master bedroom is on the second floor which was not be a problem for us but could be an issue for seniors with lots of luggage. Especially liked the big modern kitchen and the comfortable living room. Great TV to stay abreast of unfolding DC machinations.
Location is always the key and we were 1.5 miles east of the capitol making it a short hop on the H Street streetcar and a 15 minute walk from Union Station to the National Mall. Took Uber to the Saturday Eastern Market and over to Adams Morgan at night. Easy breezy, but if you can take Metrorail best subway system in the country.
H Street is a trip all on its own. You see millennial hipsters who have just moved into this neighborhood as well as long time residents who are friendly and helpful. H Street is a microcosm of DC and all its wonderful diversity and to truly enjoy it you must walk it, hit the old and new restaurants as well as dive bars and chic haunts to fully experience this neighborhood. We recommend Marketto, Cusbah and Le Grenier. All very different and quality.
One morning I took the streetcar to the end of the line (Oklahoma Ave.) and hiked and birded the islands in the Anacostia River. Very safe, well signed and full of birds. To have this abundant nature in the middle of the city was a nice balance.
There is construction throughout H Street, but we were lucky and slept soundly as the major projects were not within earshot.
Thoroughly enjoyed our eight nights and would stay again at Brian's place if it is available.