Cari's flat was an amazing find. I believe my friends and I were Cari's first stay that lasted longer than a week, but she was more than willing to accommodate us. She was especially hospitable by having us out to her courtyard for drinks and a quick meet-and-greet, informing us whenever we had mail or packages (and even holding onto them for safekeeping when we weren't around), and about providing any extra supplies that we needed. Though Cari lived close by, she never once complained about the noise (and we did have get-togethers frequently and late into the night); she was careful to be as available as possible, but also to give us our privacy.
The flat was located in an amazing neighborhood: it truly was a relaxing twenty-minute walk to Capitol Hill, a five-minute walk to stores like Union Market, Trader Joe's, and Harris Teeter, and a three-minute walk to the metro station. Her street is quiet and her neighbors are friendly.
The second bedroom in the flat was versatile; it can be used as two twin beds, one king beds, two sofas, or one sofa and a bed. There is also an incredibly large television, and an X-Box is provided (so bring your games if you want to).
Cari also has a courtyard with a fire pit, which she was kind enough to let us use when she was out of town. She was even willing to let us borrow her barbeque on the fourth of July, which had an amazing view of the military fly-overs. An amazing experience!