Irik couldn't be a better host if he tried! He's a busy man between doing daily laundry for the two rooms he rents out and working at his computer, but he manages to be accessible and informative if guests need info about their travels. He lives on the third floor while guests stay in one of two second-floor rooms, but you never hear a peep from the third floor. My stay at his Airbnb was peaceful, comfortable, and quiet (he provides a white-noise machine for those who like them, as I do), allowing me to enjoy visiting some of the museums in one of my favorite cities (well, it's a district...my favorite district!). Just a couple of blocks away are some terrific restaurants -- and a bit more far-flung are two of my pet restaurants, Hip City Veg and the Corner Bakery. All of the Smithsonian museums are well worth visiting, and that includes one that's not within the confines of the National Mall: the National Portrait Gallery, which is attached to the Smithsonian's American Art Museum. Bonus: Every one of the Smithsonian museums is free! The cafe at the latter two museums is the best of all the cafes and the eating area is in a magnificent atrium under a spectacular glass roof. I ate my spinach quiche surrounded by potted orchids of enchanting colors. Kudos to the staff for providing this rare setting to visitors.