The photos of the house are exactly as shown in the ad. The garden was a little different, due to hot weather, I guess. I never saw Gary, but his parents took care to welcome me. Their coffee is absolutely top!! They make sure everything is ok in the house. And they honor your privacy... I never cooked, but it was possible.
The room is very spacious. The bed slept very well. The airconditioning was great because it was hot in the evening. Although the other rooms were also occupied, I never saw the other occupants. I left early and came late.
The house is near the busses and the trolley. I liked taking the bus X2 to LaFayette, it takes you all the way to all the places you want to visit in Washington DC.
The neighborhood looks a little rough but except 1 of 2 homeless people near the busses, people all around the bus stops are very nice and guide you a little bit. All going to work or to school. If you take public transportation, buy a day card. It works on the busses and the subway. I used it very frequently.
if you don't have a lot of luggage, it is very easy to travel from JFK airport to the house. I had to take an uber, it was about 15 USD. So also doable.
I was only for 3 days in the house, so I was so pleased that I could leave my luggage behind on the day of leaving, so I could have a whole day sightseeing. I came in very late in the evening and it was okay. Gary's mom came out and waved goodbye, so sweet.
All and all a great experience! The house felt like home.
Thanks, Gary and family!