I spent a few days in DC to visit family and was happy to have found Mary's place. The location is great, walkable from Union Station, Eastern Market and establishments on H street. The area seemed safe even for a woman walking alone at night. The room and house are as described and I enjoyed have access to a small kitchen to make tea at night before bed. Everything was very clean and comfortable. Although I've used Airbnb many times before, this was my first time in just a room (as opposed to an entire apartment) and the only thing that surprised me was the lack of a lock on the bedroom door. There are other guests in a second room down the hall that share the kitchen although beyond saying "hello" I didn't have a chance to meet them. Mary was very communicative both before and during the stay and made sure I had everything I needed. She even called after to let me know I had left an item behind. I was out early most mornings, but did get a chance to sample her wonderful Brazilian muffins on the last day, a treat for sure! If I am able to stay with Mary again I hope I have more time to visit with her as she seems like a fascinating person. I highly recommend her house as a wonderful place to stay in DC.