Paulette and Larry were very welcoming, very helpful, and very fun! I am so glad that we choose to stay with them and met them. Their room is relaxing and had everything you'd need or forgotten (the snack bars probably saved us as we toured around D.C.! THANKS!). Paulette was available to help us with directions, how best to get around town, and other advice. She really goes out of her way for guests, for example she got up before us each morning and had breakfast for us - and she makes some fantastic coffee! =) Their cats are nothing to worry about - Lulu and Blackie were purrfect hosts, too. If you're worried about cats, don't! It didn't seem like the cats were ever in their guest room, and their house is very clean (very little cat hair in sight). Their house is very easy to find, and convenient for using public transportation. Next time we're in the area, we would definitely stay with them. Thanks so much!!