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Elegant, Historic Townhouse in Heart of DC

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Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
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2 bedrooms, desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Reviews

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 498 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Dryer
  • Washer
  • Hot tub
  • Pet-friendly
  • Outdoor space
  • Parking available

Explore the area

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Washington, DC
  • Howard University
    ‪8 min walk‬
  • Walter E. Washington Convention Center
    ‪18 min walk‬
  • White House
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Washington, DC (DCA-Ronald Reagan Washington National)
    ‪10 min drive‬

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About the area

Washington

With a stay at this vacation home in Washington (Northwest), you'll be within a 5-minute drive of Walter E. Washington Convention Center and Smithsonian Institution. .This vacation home is 0.3 mi (0.5 km) from Howard University and 1.6 mi (2.6 km) from Union Station Shopping Center.

What's nearby

  • Howard University - 8 min walk - 0.7 km
  • Walter E. Washington Convention Center - 18 min walk - 1.6 km
  • Smithsonian Institution - 3 min drive - 2.4 km
  • National Mall - 3 min drive - 3.1 km
  • White House - 3 min drive - 3.1 km

Getting around

  • Shaw Station - 6 min walk
  • Washington Union Station - 13 min drive
  • Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport (DCA) - 20 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Dacha Beer Garden - ‬8 min walk
  • ‪Andy’s Pizza - ‬10 min walk
  • ‪Shaw's Tavern - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪The Royal - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Uproar Lounge & Restaurant - ‬4 min walk

About this property

Entire place

You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

Elegant, Historic Townhouse in Heart of DC

This airy two-bedroom townhouse is DC living at its best. In the heart of historic LeDroit Park, mere steps to neighborhood favorites such as The Royal and Shaw's Tavern. Less than a 10-minute stroll to Howard University, Atlantic Plumbing Cinema, 9:30 Club, and the new Whole Foods. Five minutes to Howard Theatre, nearby shopping/dining, and the Shaw metro (green/yellow lines).

The two-story home features oodles of historic charm with modern conveniences. The downstairs foyer leads into a living/dining room with bay windows and eleven-foot ceilings. Pocket doors connect this space to the large kitchen with additional seating for two at the breakfast bar. Fully stocked with spices and cooking supplies, as well as a range of appliances from Instant Pot to waffle maker to blender. The back door from the kitchen opens onto a spacious back deck.

Upstairs you'll find a full bath with clawfoot tub, a main bedroom with a queen bed, bay windows, and television; and a second bedroom with queen bed, desk, and television. The townhouse is on a residential block but still in a decidedly urban area. You can generally hear normal street noise from passing trucks, etc. in the front (main) bedroom, so if you need total quiet to sleep you might want to plan on staying in the second bedroom instead.

This rental is located above a completely separate basement unit where a long-term tenant lives.
Make yourself comfortable in this air-conditioned vacation home, featuring a kitchen with a refrigerator and an oven. There's a private patio. Complimentary wireless internet access keeps you connected, and a Smart television is provided for your entertainment. Conveniences include a desk and a microwave.
Guests will find features like internet access and onsite parking.

Property amenities

Pool/Spa

  • Hot tub

Internet

  • Available in the house: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Blender
  • Coffee grinder
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Electric kettle
  • Hob
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Paper towels
  • Refrigerator
  • Spices
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 2 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 1 bathroom
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Living room

Entertainment

  • Smart TV

Outdoor areas

  • Outdoor furniture
  • Patio

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Work spaces

  • Desk
  • Desk chair

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly
  • Welcoming dogs only
  • One pet total

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
  • Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)

General

  • Unit size: 1,050 square feet

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 3:00 PM
Minimum check-in age: 25

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions

Pets

Pets allowed
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Welcoming dogs only
1 total pets

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Note from host: Stairs may pose a danger to toddlers.

Important information

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation
Property Registration Number 5007262201001415

Elegant, Historic Townhouse in Heart of DC Reviews

Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 9 out of 12 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 2 out of 12 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 12 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 12 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 12 reviews

9.8/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.0/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Jessica R., Raleigh, North Carolina

Liked: Cleanliness

DC

We had a great time at this adorable home. The house was very clean and the host was perfect!!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Camden J.

Liked: Cleanliness

Spring break

Many walkable places, pizza place next door was excellent. Very spacious for 1,000 sq ft. Big bedrooms. Nice outside patio
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2025

6/10 Okay

Verified traveller

Just OK

We’ve stayed in many excellent short-term rentals via VRBO that deserved five-star ratings. To be fair to those exceptional stays, we can only rate this one as “just okay.”•The property is located at the intersection of a major thoroughfare and a very busy street, resulting in constant and significant traffic noise. The front (larger) bedroom was particularly affected, making it difficult for us to sleep. If you require both bedrooms, earplugs are a must. Additionally, the property is situated along the ambulance route to a nearby hospital—on one evening alone, we counted nine sirens passing directly under the bedroom window.•The furnishings, cabinets, appliances, and cookware are of lower quality, giving the space a budget feel. The owners could greatly improve the experience by upgrading essentials, such as replacing the warped and scratched pans.•While the rental was generally clean, we were disappointed to find dirty pots and pans placed back in the cabinets upon arrival.That said, we did enjoy our stay in DC, as the location was convenient. Despite the issues mentioned, the property itself was acceptable, but it didn’t stand out compared to other rentals we’ve experienced.
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

peter l.

Liked: Cleanliness

DC Charm

Great historic home close to the subway. Plenty of grocery stores within a 30 minute walk. Lovely back patio for wine on a warm day. Plenty of coffee! Wine opener was missing and owner had one sent the same day. We don’t usually watch TV, but the World Series was on ( and we’re from LA) and we were unable to figure out how to use either TV.
Stayed 6 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Erin P.

Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kyla S.

Liked: Cleanliness

Sally is AMAZING!

Great time visiting DC. Sallys house was perfect for the 3 of us! Amenities, like fresh ground coffee and decor was on point!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Ashley A.

Liked: Cleanliness

Amazing experience

Highly recommend this property.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Christen W.

Liked: Cleanliness

Good Vibes in this gorgeous townhome

This gorgeous place had everything we needed for a terrific Memorial Day weekend. Thanks again Sally!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

jonpyatt P., Washington, DC USA

Liked: Cleanliness

Perfect getaway

The house is well appointed and in a fantastic neighborhood. It was very clean and tidy. Kitchen had everything I needed and the bed was very comfortable. Would go back!
Stayed 5 nights in May 2024

8/10 Good

Shane

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Near main road and hospital. Emergency sirens all the time.
Stayed 7 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Claire D.

Liked: Cleanliness

Family holiday in DC

Good location to explore DC. House exactly as described, very well stocked kitchen, some welcome additions of fresh coffee and tea, and the decor and finishing touches in the house make it very homey. Host was friendly, clear communication and quick to respond.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2023

8/10 Good

Ricardo C.

Liked: Cleanliness

Muy acogedor

Muy bonito lugar, solo la ubicación es algo concurrida, y cerca hay mucho vagabundo. Pero es de fácil llegar en metro o en carro, aunque el hecho de imprimir el permiso del parking, fue algo difícil porque no teníamos donde hacerlo, pienso que deberían dejar un trajeron ya impreso para solo colocarlo en el vehículo y al final dejarlo ahí mismo. La atención fue muy buena y puntual.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2024