It does need maintenance at least once a year with Leather Food or the like to keep it nice.

We completed the work 2 weeks before our baby was born so we took a 4 week hiatus to rest and have the baby.Then I dove into the design, planning, and permitting for the basement.I visited the local Permit office in Alexandria and basically said, "Hi, I'm a new homeowner and I'm an idiot when it comes to permitting.

Just some food for thought for anyone looking to invest in the immediate area.

@Roger D Jones if the power goes out and all the food in her fridge spoils.

Love my food. 

They built a pole barn structure, air conditioned it, strung up some lights and trendy decor and host baby showers or weddings almost every weekend. 

I live for the views baby!

For example, Yunta in South End is a must-try Peruvian spot with amazing food and a great atmosphere.

We have our Guide Book on the counter in the kitchen.People like to have something to look through, plus other guests leave flyers from places where they ate etc. with notes like, "Great food" etc. written on them. 

Two weeks later I stopped by the unit (was passing by and decided to take a look) and found that someone was using the shower and leaving food and clothes in the house with visible intent to return.