We were resident in this fantastic apartment for October and November 2013, and as a family of four (including a newborn baby) we found it to be a perfect 'home from home'. It is well equipped (good quality linens, appliances, kitchen goods, lots of Tupperware, shopping bags, umbrellas). The apartment is also stylish, clean, spacious and it is in a superb location. The description provided by Crystal is accurate and she is a wonderful host, careful not to intrude but always available and helpful. Crystal and her family were extremely welcoming and kind (including providing toys and Halloween outfits for our girls). They were super efficient and open (for example flagging up possible short term internet problems and some disruption due to refurbishment work), and they were communicative any time we needed any advice or when any apartment maintenance issues arose (none of which were serious and all of which were tackled instantly). The apartment is in a basement and there are about five steps down to the front door from the yard. It was comfortable both in scorching heat and in the cold. We absolutely loved the neighbourhood (one of the cleanest and friendliest we, Londoners, have stayed in). We never felt unsafe. Walking to the Mall is easy, as it is to the countless parks and playgrounds on the Hill. We also made heavy use of the metro (although it is not always stroller-friendly as elevators break down etc) and the local zip cars (there are plenty of car hire options). The apartment is in easy reach of driving routes to sights such as Old Town Alexandria and Mount Vernon. Food shopping is easy at the two supermarkets close by or at Eastern Market, about a 15 minute walk away. There are also lots of fun and nice restaurants and cafés to walk to to the west and north of the apartment. We would have no hesitation in staying again or in recommending this apartment to anyone else visiting this super city.