Some colleagues and I stayed at this lovely historic home for a conference at the Washington convention center. The property is very spacious and clean. It suited our needs perfectly. Sara was friendly and communicative. We had trouble obtaining a residential parking permit, we tried three times but were told we needed a lease or the owner had to accompany us. Sara kindly offered to draft a lease, but by the time were there, we didn't have printing capabilities and we were in the throes of conference activities. Therefore, I'd recommend that a lease is drafted in advance or find nearby parking as we did. The Howard University hospital parking lot is 0.7 miles from the site and has the best rates with decent security ($14/day.) There are other more expensive lots closer and cheaper lots without security, however. Parking aside, we are SO happy we found this elegant gem and would definitely stay there again. Thanks so much!