a_steep_hill and I have been very happy with the Equator (http://www.epinions.com/hmgd-Large_Appliances-All-Washing_Machines-Equator_Ventless_Clothes_Processor_EZ_3600C/display_~reviews) front-loading washing machine/dryer we got second-hand a year ago (from a couple who had the mangiest dog in existance and found it wasn't up to cleaning all the rags the dog generated - luckily the wet dog smell came out with a vinegar rinse).
Its only disadvantage is that it's designed for use indoors, therefore has no vent and thus the dryer component isn't terribly robust (takes hours to get things mostly dry). Fortunately, we have a long clothesline.
I highly recommend getting a front-loading machine (http://www.epinions.com/search/?submitted_form=searchbar&search_string=front+loading&tax_name=Washing+Machines&dyn_nav=0&dyn_nav_id=&search_vertical=t103377&searchbar_submit=Search). They use less soap and water and get the clothes *much* cleaner.
Front loaders
Its only disadvantage is that it's designed for use indoors, therefore has no vent and thus the dryer component isn't terribly robust (takes hours to get things mostly dry). Fortunately, we have a long clothesline.
I highly recommend getting a front-loading machine (http://www.epinions.com/search/?submitted_form=searchbar&search_string=front+loading&tax_name=Washing+Machines&dyn_nav=0&dyn_nav_id=&search_vertical=t103377&searchbar_submit=Search). They use less soap and water and get the clothes *much* cleaner.