I loved the cottage as a quiet, private place to return to at the end of the day (and sometimes in the middle.) Being in a city like D.C. can be exhausting and it is so nice to have a little house with everything one could need! I found the place very accessible; it is close to two metro stops, a great little coffee shop (Hype), a supermarket, many wonderful restaurants and a bit farther afield, the Capitol of the United States! There is considerable building taking place all around, though I didn't find the noise bothersome. The cottage itself is light-filled, comfortable, and is outfitted with a full kitchen, washer dryer, desk, balcony, very comfy bed and a nice living area. David was a great host as well!