This English basement, situated on the edge of Rock Creek Park in friendly and walkable Mt. Pleasant, uses its space beautifully and cleverly with the only issue being that it is very dark when it comes to natural light. When I messaged the host to ask whether I had access to the inviting deck that overlooks the park, she couldn't have been more accommodating. That made the world of difference to me and changed the trajectory of my stay. I was taking an online course while in this studio, and the WiFi was strong and sustainable. There's also a shared bedroom suite in the house -- and on the well-lit-by-natural-light second floor -- that I'll consider for another time.