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English Basement One Block From Library of Congress- Capitol Hill

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Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
TV
1 bedroom, iron/ironing board, WiFi, bed sheets
Interior
Shower, hair dryer, towels, soap

Reviews

10 out of 10

Exceptional

Entire home

1 bedroom1 bathroomSleeps 4

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Washer
  • Kitchen
  • Air conditioning
  • Dryer
  • Outdoor space

Explore the area

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Washington, DC
  • Library of Congress
    5 min walk
  • Supreme Court of the United States
    7 min walk
  • United States Capitol
    13 min walk
  • Washington, DC (DCA-Ronald Reagan Washington National)
    21 min drive

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King and Queen beds steps to Capitol, full kitchen for 6 ppl. Free Parking

Free WiFi
Air conditioning
Parking available
Microwave
4.7 out of 5, Exceptional, (142)
The price is AU$696
for 1 night
includes taxes & fees
9 Dec - 10 Dec
King and Queen beds steps to Capitol, full kitchen for 6 ppl. Free Parking

About the area

Washington

With a stay at this vacation home in Washington (Capitol Hill), you'll be within a 5-minute drive of United States Capitol and National Mall. .This vacation home is 1.5 mi (2.5 km) from Smithsonian Institution and 1.5 mi (2.5 km) from Union Station Shopping Center.
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What's nearby

  • United States Capitol - 13 min walk - 1.1 km
  • National Mall - 18 min walk - 1.6 km
  • Smithsonian Institution - 19 min walk - 1.7 km
  • Union Station Shopping Center - 19 min walk - 1.7 km
  • Washington Navy Yard - 2 min drive - 1.9 km

Getting around

  • Eastern Market Station - 8 min walk
  • Washington Union Station - 17 min walk
  • Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport (DCA) - 21 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Tune Inn - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Starbucks - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Good Stuff Eatery - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Tunnicliff's Tavern - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪We, The Pizza - ‬5 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.

English Basement One Block From Library of Congress- Capitol Hill

English basement studio of this newly rebuilt town house is in Capitol Hill Historic district. This efficiency basement room has one queen bed with one shower (full bath) and a sleeper sofa (full /almost queen bed), with all amenities you could need, including a kitchen, microwave, oven, dishwasher and washer/dryer combo. There are utensils, pots, pans, plates, knives and everything you will need in a kitchen. Hair dryer, towels, soap, shampoo, conditioner, iron, ironing board are also provided. Flat screen TV and internet connection are provided too.

Located just 3 blocks from the Capitol, 4 blocks from the Supreme Court, and a little more than one block from the Library of Congress, this property is in a very safe neighborhood with easy street parking. We will provide temporary parking permit for street parking if guests give us the tag number and state of registration before arrival. The Mall, Smithsonian museums, and other popular tourist attractions are within walking distance. In addition, there are two and a half blocks of a wide variety of restaurants, bars, stores and banks just one block away from the house.

Also just moments away, guests can find bus stops and bike share station to explore the city. There are also two metro stations (Eastern Market and Capitol South) only 3 and a half and 4 blocks away. Nationals baseball park is a little more than a mile away.

We take safety seriously. There are three different kinds of carbon monoxide alarm in the basement and fire sprinkler (concealed under round plates on the ceiling). People who want to be green can rejoice as Solar panels power the house. There is a separate thermostat for the basement for you to control the temperature. Entrance is separate from the main house and has keyless lock.

Thank you very much to the guests who stayed with us and gave us nice reviews.
If you need more bedrooms and bathrooms, check out Property number 920276 hosted by the same manager.
Make yourself comfortable in this air-conditioned vacation home, featuring a kitchen with a refrigerator and an oven. There's a private balcony. Conveniences include a microwave and a coffee/tea maker.
Guests will find features like internet access and onsite parking.

Property manager

Peter

Languages

English

Property amenities

Internet

  • WiFi available

Parking and transport

  • On-site parking
  • Car not required

Kitchen

  • Fridge
  • Stovetop
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Dishwasher
  • Toaster
  • Ice maker
  • Blender
  • Paper towels

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 1 bedroom
  • Bed sheets provided
  • Sofa bed

Bathrooms

  • 1 bathroom
  • Shower
  • Hairdryer
  • Toilet paper
  • Soap
  • Towels provided
  • Shampoo

Entertainment

  • TV

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony
  • Fenced garden
  • Barbecue

Laundry

  • Washing machine and dryer

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector installed (host has indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
  • Smoke detector installed (host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • Fire extinguisher
  • First aid kit
  • Deadbolt lock

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Minimum check-in age: 20

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 not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

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
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit, and a deadbolt lock
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 5007262201002047

We should mention

A car is not required for transportation to and from this property

Property is also known as

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English Basement One Block From Library of Congress- Capitol Hill Reviews

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 118 out of 124 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 5 out of 124 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 124 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 124 reviews" "
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9.8/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Staff & service

10/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Jason H.

Liked: Cleanliness
Book it now!
We had an amazing stay at Peter's English basement! His communication was excellent from start to finish, making the entire process seamless. The space was extremely comfortable and impeccably clean—just what we needed for our trip. The location is unbeatable! My wife and I visited for the Bruce Springsteen concert and had a blast exploring local restaurants and bars beforehand. We even enjoyed the Eagles game at Tom’s Watch Bar, which was so much fun! On concert day, we spent hours at the Wharf soaking in the atmosphere. We can't wait to come back! Highly recommend this gem!
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Christopher Q., Milton, TN

Liked: Cleanliness
Wonderful Location for Our Trip To D.C.
This VRBO was exactly what we needed. The Library of Congress was a quick walk away so getting to my training class was easy. The neighborhood was quiet and beautiful. We enjoyed taking walks in the afternoons to look at the historic homes. We went to many of the wonderful resturants close by. We spent two days walking to the Capital, the Smithsonians, etc... Everything was clean and cozy with plenty of coffee and snacks. Peter was clear in all of his communications and it was nice knowing we could reach out if we had any questions. This will definately be where we stay when we come back again. Thanks so much for a great experience.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Laura F.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great location!
Located in a quiet and safe neighborhood but within easy walking distance to some great restaurants and lots of DC sites (Capitol, Supreme Court, and LOC).
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Mark R.

Liked: Cleanliness
Excellent location!
Very clean property. Easy walking distance to the Metro, restaurants and Capital sights.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Chrislyn.

Liked: Cleanliness
Wonderful location in DC
It was a great experience. Close to restaurants and accessible walking to some of the east side monuments/places. Loved every bit of our stay. We will be back if we need to stay again. Communication was great and the host was very helpful and communicative.
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Andrea S.

Liked: Cleanliness
English basement 5 stars
This was our second stay at the English Basement. Peter is an excellent host and very helpful. The place was stocked with milk, eggs, water, cereal and snacks. The AC worked well and was much appreciated during our heat-wave visit. The location is perfect for us. We walk a lot and were able to walk to a Nationals game, as well as monuments and museums. It is also close to a metro station. The neighborhood was safe and secure. We often walked home after 10 pm and never had any problems. We will definitely stay here again for our next visit to DC.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Ben M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great place
Everything you need. Awesome neighborhood!
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Joy P., Plymouth

Liked: Cleanliness
Great Apartment-Great Location
Our host was attentive to details. The apartment was well stocked. The location could not have been more convenient to Capitol and the Mall and restaurants and services
Stayed 7 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Rick H.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great location.
Great location, particularly if you want to visit the Capitol or try to attend a SCOTUS argument. Good communication with the host, too.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

John C.

Liked: Cleanliness
Perfect location
Clean, comfortable, well stocked with breakfast food, walking distance to capital. Host is very interested in keeping guests happy.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Josh v.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great location
Can’t beat the location. Well stocked kitchen and very clean. Definitely will use again.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

K R.

Liked: Cleanliness
Location, Location, Location!!!
Cute, small studio apartment two blocks from the Library of Congress, so walking distance to all main sites in DC. Trader Joes, Eastern Market, restaurants, and metro stations all within 1/2-mile walk. Neighborhood felt very safe, even at night. Studio is well equipped w/everything needed to cook meals. Peter had eggs, milk, cereal, snacks, and various spices stocked too so check in first before heading to the store. Blinds and shades do not provide total coverage from the outside lights at night and the fridge has a continuous light on the water dispenser. If kids are staying upstairs, the running around can be heard above you. None of these bothered us but was just an observation. Peter was prompt with messaging and checking in with our stay. A perfect place for two - we highly recommend this apartment and will stay here again when we return to DC.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Scott C.

Liked: Cleanliness
Excellent property and location
Clean, well-equipped apartment within easy walking distance of major Washington sites and attractions. Safe, wonderful historic DC neighborhood. Owner was friendly, incredibly helpful, and very easy to communicate with. An ideal property for anyone interested in a DC stay for work or play.
Stayed 6 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Rachel L.

Liked: Cleanliness
Well stocked & great location
We were able to walk the capital and national library of congress. The host was helpful and very informative. The bathroom was was nice and spacious. The kitchen was well stocked, good breakfast items were provided and they even had detergent available for laundry.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

anthony v.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great spot
Clean and good spot in dc
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Andrea S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Capital Hill apartment
This property location was amazing. Very walkable, safe and clean neighborhood. We felt very safe walking home at night and leaving our car on the street. The apartment was clean and well stocked. There were even a dozen eggs, a gallon of milk and cereal for us to enjoy. The host, Peter, went above and beyond. He informed us when we had to move our car for street cleaning and checked in on us to see if we needed anything, he even sent us a message that a storm was coming! The apartment is small but clean and comfortable. It was perfect for our family as we just needed a place to sleep and make dinners and wash clothes as needed. We would stay here again in a heartbeat.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jana M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great rental
We had a great time, all 16 of us ranging from 75-10 years old! Peter was great to work with!!!
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Michael M., Lakewood, Ohio

Liked: Cleanliness
Quick DC work trip
Great location, comfortable and very clean bed/suite, fully stocked, plus street parking. What else could a business traveler want/need? Close to the Capitol plus plenty of dining etc just a couple blocks away.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Barry G.

Liked: Cleanliness
Outstanding
The property was cozy, well taken care of, over the top supplied with bottled water, milk, snacks. Communication with Peter so easy and so friendly. I am so thankful I found it and plan to return and will highly recommend. Thank you Barry
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Kathleen V., Washington State USA

Liked: Cleanliness
Nice quiet neighborhood
Easy to get around, Vrbo, bus etc. Has a Starbucks and good restaurant selection within 2 blocks. Apartment has everything you need, great shower and snacks. We enjoyed our stay.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

robert h.

Liked: Cleanliness
awesome
Peter's description is spot-on: A very comfortable, well-appointed, perfectly located one-room home-base for our 3 day walking tour of DC--lovely neighborhood, easy walk to great restaurants (try Ambar!) and the Mall. And Peter is continuously and generously available to answer all questions re parking (free--he manages entirely on your behalf!), logistics, sites. Just what we needed!
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Polly E.

Disliked: Cleanliness
Perfect Location
I have stayed at this property 2 times. Each trip was with one of my 5th grade grandsons. It is located in a safe neighborhood which is close to the Eastern Market Metro, has several restaurants that are walking distance and are not ridiculously expensive and is walking distance to many important sites in Washington. Peter is very accessible through VRBO message board and always responds in a prompt manner. I would stay here again if I went to Washington, DC.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Ben V.

Liked: Cleanliness
Perfect Location!
Great little place with everything you need to enjoy a long weekend in DC. Perfect location for walking to all the sights as well as plenty of places close by to grab a bite to eat. Enjoyed the stay very much!
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jessica B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great experience but bring ear plugs
This property is in a terrific location, near the Capitol, blocks from two metro stations and close to Eastern Market's restaurants and farmers market. The apartment itself is small but has everything you might want: stove, oven, dish washer, washing machine, iron and ironing board, Keurig, toaster, microwave, first aid kit, ... You get the idea. The owners have thought of almost everything. I appreciated that they have placed notes throughout about how to operate everything. The place was immaculate Peter reached out to me to make sure everything was okay. My only problem was the lack of sound proofing between this basement apartment and the apartment above it. If you are a light sleeper, you may want to bring ear plugs.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Collin K.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great home for family trip
Convenient to the National mall, just a few blocks from market and restaurants and great setup for my son and I. Communication was fantastic and there were even easy to cook food stuff and cereal there upon arrival to help for an easy transition!
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2023