Notes from the host
GardenLevel 4BR/2.5BA
This garden-level apartment is just steps from the Convention Center, blocks from the metro station and a few minutes drive to all of DC’s major monuments. You can easily walk to trendy restaurants and shops.
This unit is located on the lower level of our home. It was renovated in 2023 & comes fully equipped with modern appliances & amenities. It’s 4 bed, 2 full baths, half bath & full kitchen set-up is ideal for families & groups. Considering its central location, you won’t want to pass it up!
***This is the lower level unit in a historic DC rowhome that is over 130 years old (built in the 1890s!) so you WILL hear noise (i.e. footsteps) from the upstairs house, as the original floors are squeaky. We provide earplugs and white noise machines in each bedroom for your comfort.***
HIGHLIGHTS
♦ Located in Downtown DC, in the center of it all
♦ FREE PARKING 🚗
♦ Dog-Friendly 🦮
♦ Coffee Bar ☕️
♦ Fireplace (electric) 🔥
♦ Board games 🎲
♦ Open floorplan
♦ High speed internet to stream all of your favorite shows
♦ Linens, towels, toiletries, and kitchen appliances provided
♦ Kitchen with all cooking essentials (pots, pans, baking utensils, coffee machine, etc.)
♦ Full-size Washer & Dryer
♦ This property includes security features, such as smart locks & floodlight cameras, for your safety and peace of mind
ACCOMODATIONS
Newly renovated in 2023. 4 bedrooms (9 beds total), 2 full bathrooms, and 1 half bathroom.
Bedrooms 🛏️
● 9 beds/sleeping arrangements can accommodate up to 9 people comfortably
● 1 Queen bed with a twin trundle bed
● 3 Full beds, each with twin trundle beds
● 1 Queen pull-out sleeper couch in the living room
● All bedrooms have a foldable desk/chair and Smart Roku TV 📺
● Each bedroom has brand-new and comfortable mattresses with fresh linens, extra blankets, towels, washcloths, and all the other essentials you'd expect from a well-stocked home
Bathrooms 🚿
● The bathrooms in the house are pristine and fully functional
● An en-suite bathroom is attached to the primary bedroom
● There is a full bathroom with a walk-in shower, toilet, and sink (the en-suite bathroom)
● There is a full bathroom with a bathtub, toilet, and double vanity
● There is also a half bathroom by the kitchen
● We provide toilet paper, soap, shampoo, and towels, and there is also a hairdryer and clothes steamer available
Kitchen 👨🍳
● To whip up a meal, head to the fully-equipped kitchen boasting quartz countertops and stainless appliances
● Cooking pots, pans, and utensils are all provided to make meal preparation a breeze
● You’ll find dishes and silverware stored in the drawers/cupboards
Dining Room 🍽️
● There is a breakfast nook that seats 6 and there are bar stools to seat 4 around the kitchen island
Living Room 🛋️
● Tastefully decorated in a modern style with historical accents, the comfortable living room with a fireplace is the perfect place to relax after a long day of exploring DC
● We provide a variety of board games for some fun indoors 🃏
Outside Space ☀️🌳
● Small patio space with cute bistro set to enjoy a cup of coffee outside
GUEST ACCESS
Check-in: Smart lock access automatically starts at 4:00 PM
Check-out: Smart lock access automatically ends at 10:00 AM
No early check-in / late check-out available
We are available via phone, message, or in person for anything you may need or to answer any questions you may have. We will provide 100% privacy unless otherwise requested.
IMPORTANT DISCLAIMERS
***This is the lower level unit in a historic DC rowhome that is over 130 years old (built in the 1890s!) so you WILL hear noise (i.e. footsteps) from the upstairs house, as the original floors are squeaky. We provide earplugs and white noise machines in each bedroom for your comfort.***
Guests must: (1) read our entire listing and house rules section, (2) sign our rental agreement shortly after booking & ID must be provided, (3) submit refundable security deposit hold*, and (4) full payment prior to check-in.
*Security deposit hold required of $300.00. Deposit hold to be processed by host on guest's credit card. Deposit hold will be taken out 3 days prior to check-in and returned in full 7 days after check out, absent damages/violations, if any.
Pricing of our home is on a per guest and per pet basis and applies to the entire reservation length (regardless if some guests / pets are only visiting, won't be sleeping over on certain nights, etc.) - we ask all guests to enter the total number of guests / pets that will enter our home when booking, to see accurate pricing and avoid price changes for additional guests / pets added after booking.
There are cameras on the exterior of the home. They are motion activated, record video and audio, and are active during reservations. This helps us to avoid unauthorized events / parties. Our goal is for our guests and neighbors to both have an enjoyable experience!
The place is centrally located in a wonderful lively area with constant foot traffic, great restaurants, etc - street noise is possible. If you are an especially light sleeper, or value quiet over location, we may not be a good fit for you. We provide ear plugs and white noise machines for your comfort.
The ceiling height is about 6 feet 8 inches.
We live in the upstairs house so it’s possible you may see us/others staying upstairs during your stay.
All of the bedrooms are on the smaller side, ranging from 70 - 80 sq ft. When the trundle beds are pulled out for use, the beds will take up the majority of each room. For this reason, we have foldable / collapsible side tables, desks, and chairs which are stored in each room's closet for maximum flexibility.
🚭 NO SMOKING - We are a completely smoke-free property
🚙 Parking
There is usually street parking available in the area. Pay attention to all parking signs to avoid tickets!
If you'll have more than one vehicle, there are several parking lots 5-7 mins walking distance from the place. There are pictures of those options in the listing.
🦮 Pet limitations
We are unable to accommodate animals other than dogs at this time.
• any and all pets must be pre-approved by owner prior to booking • Dogs only - Maximum of 2 allowed (there is a fee per dog) • must be housebroken and up-to-date on vaccines • permitted on furniture only if covered • may not be left unattended at any time • back gate must be left closed when not in use • must be leashed in front yard • must comply with all local leash laws.
We are a dog friendly property and we have a phenomenal cleaning team but they are human so there is a possibility for human error, if there is an issue during your stay let us know and we will try to address it! Since we are dog friendly, those with severe allergies will need to consider our home’s suitability for their unique needs.
🤫 Quiet Hours
11PM-7AM: You MUST keep noise to a minimum from 11pm to 7am. As a row house the walls are shared with the neighbors. Noise can travel easily, and we are in regular communication with neighbors. We request guests be respectful of the neighbors and quiet hours.
GETTING AROUND
The National Mall, Museums, US Capitol, and White House are all about a 10 min drive or 30 min walk away
The nearest Metro station is about a 7-9 min walk and is the Mt. Vernon/Convention Center Metro Station - this station has yellow and green line trains running directly to Downtown DC, National Mall, Convention Center, Nat's Stadium, Reagan National Airport / DCA and can connect you to all Metro lines to access anywhere you want to go across the city.
The House is located in the Shaw-Mt. Vernon Square area. Shaw is one of the city’s hippest enclaves, with craft cocktail bars, beer gardens, indie clothing boutiques and trendy global restaurants. This historically African-American neighborhood is home to the 1910 Howard Theatre, where jazz greats like Ella Fitzgerald and D.C. local Duke Ellington once performed. Today the venue hosts all sorts of music concerts and other events. Home to the Walter E. Washington Convention Center, Mount Vernon Square is a small area adjacent to its namesake park and the imposing early-1900s Carnegie Library building. The neighborhood is dotted with hotels, sleek bars and upscale New American, Italian and Spanish restaurants, which cater largely to conference-goers and a smartly dressed business crowd.
HOW TO GET TO THE HOUSE
Driving from Airport (during low traffic conditions)
From DCA / Reagan National Airport ~20 mins
From IAD / Dulles International Airport ~45 mins (driving to/from Dulles has both a toll and non-toll path option)
From BWI / Baltimore-Washington International Airport ~45 mins
DC METRO DIRECTIONS
The house is accessible via the DC Metro system from all 3 airports (DCA is the closest)
Depending on traffic, the Metro may be faster / cheaper
From DCA / Reagan National Airport
Travel time ~ 30 mins
About $2.85 (peak fare) or $2.45 (off peak hours) / person
Hop on any YELLOW train heading toward Mt Vernon Sq 7th St-Convention Center
Exit at Mt Vernon Sq 7th St-Convention Center station
Walk directly East for about 4 blocks
From IAD / Dulles International Airport
Travel time ~ 90 mins
About $10 / person
Hop on ANY train
Exit at L'Enfant Plaza station
Transfer to the Green/Yellow line level at L'Enfant Plaza station
Hop on any GREEN or YELLOW train heading toward Mt Vernon Sq 7th St-Convention Center or Greenbelt
Exit at Mt Vernon Sq 7th St-Convention Center station
Walk directly East for about 4 blocks
From BWI / Baltimore-Washington International Airport
Travel time ~ 90-120 mins
About $10 total
Board the airport shuttle to the MARC train station
Board any MARC train heading to Washington, DC (you'll have to purchase a MARC train ticket for about $7)
Arrive in Washington, DC at Union Station
Transfer to the Red line level at Union Station
Hop on AN
