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Capitol Hill Row Home: 1 Block to Metro and Groceries -- and has Garage!

Capitol Hill Row Home: 1 Block to Metro and Groceries -- and has Garage!

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Beautiful row house in a residential neighborhood
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Terrace/patio
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Overview of Capitol Hill Row Home: 1 Block to Metro and Groceries -- and has Garage!

Reviews
9.8 out of 10 Exceptional
3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 8130 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Free WiFiFree WiFiFree WiFi
  • WasherWasherWasher
  • DryerDryerDryer
  • Outdoor spaceOutdoor spaceOutdoor space
  • KitchenKitchenKitchen
  • Barbecue grillBarbecue grillBarbecue grill

Explore the area

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Washington, DC
  • Popular LocationWashington Navy Yard16 min walk
  • Popular LocationUnited States Capitol3 min drive
  • Popular LocationNational Mall4 min drive
  • AirportWashington, DC (IAD-Washington Dulles Intl.)40 min drive

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 8)

Bedroom 1

Bedroom 2

Bedroom 3

Living Room

2 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 2

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Garden
Dining Area

About this property

Capitol Hill Row Home: 1 Block to Metro and Groceries -- and has Garage!

This three bedroom row house was built in the early 1900’s, but has been fully renovated and equipped with solar power. With all modern conveniences, you can relax at home or head out the see the sights. The Metro is just a block away! A brand new Safeway is one block away. The U.S. Capitol is 14 blocks away––you can walk, jump on a bus, Uber/Lyft, or take the Metro. It also has its own garage, a rarity on Capitol Hill. Step out the door and the city awaits, and after a long day of exploring, relax in your new home-away-from-home. It is the perfect house for your city explorations!

The owner (and her partner) live in the basement of the house. Access to the downstairs living quarters is in the back yard so you may see them coming and going from time to time, but there is no direct connection between upstairs and downstairs. Nor do the downstairs residents use any of the amenities in the main house, so the rental is completely private.

Property manager

Alec Smyth
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Amenities

Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Free WiFi
Air conditioning
Outdoor space
Kitchen
Capitol Hill-SLP 6-Parking-Walk 2 BLK Metro/Cafes
Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Air conditioning
10.0 out of 10, (75 reviews)
Capitol Hill-SLP 6-Parking-Walk 2 BLK Metro/Cafes

House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 30
Check out before 11:00 AM

Children

Children allowed: ages 0-17

Events

No events allowed
Violators will be evicted immediately, no refund

Pets

No pets allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
This is a residential neighborhood so boisterous behavior is not tolerated. Noise must be kept to a minimum. Violators will be evicted, no refund.
More than 8 people can stay in the house WITH ADVANCE APPROVAL and the payment of an additional person surcharge ($75 extra pp per week over 8)

Damage and incidentals

You will be responsible for any damage to the rental property caused by you or your party during your stay.

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
Note from host: Violators will be evicted immediately, no refund
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 and a first aid kit
Property Registration Number 5007242201001854

We should mention

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

About the area

Washington

Located in Washington, this vacation home is in the city center. White House and Arlington National Cemetery are notable landmarks, and the area's natural beauty can be seen at National Mall and Tidal Basin. Traveling with kids? Make time for Smithsonian Institution, or check out an event or a game at Capital One Arena. Take an opportunity to explore the area for outdoor excitement like cycling.
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Washington, DC

What's nearby

  • Washington Navy Yard - 16 min walk
  • United States Capitol - 3 min drive
  • National Mall - 4 min drive
  • Union Station Shopping Center - 4 min drive
  • Smithsonian Institution - 4 min drive

Getting around

  • Potomac Ave Station - 2 min walk
  • Washington Union Station - 9 min drive
  • Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport (DCA) - 17 min drive

Restaurants

  • McDonald's - 8 min walk
  • The Roost - 4 min walk
  • Hill East Burger - 5 min walk
  • The Pretzel Bakery - 5 min walk
  • Shelter - 4 min walk

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

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9.8/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

9.4/10

Location

9.8/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Pat W., Spring Hill, Tn

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Fabulous Week!
Three friends visiting the sights in DC, and we had a wonderful time. The house was perfect…spotlessly clean, comfortable beds, updated bathrooms, and spacious kitchen. After exhausting days of walking, we enjoyed cocktails on the patio, having been to the very close Safeway that had everything we could possibly need. Our host was very communicative and accommodating. Definitely a 5 star!
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Lorrie R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Fantastic location!
The house was well appointed, in a great neighborhood and the proximity to the Metro was great! We basically slept and ate breakfast there but it worked great for our family of 4. Close to the sites. The Eastern Market was nearby and a great place to eat. Would stay here again if we went back to DC.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Ellen M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great location in DC SE neighborhood
My sisters and I met to celebrate their two big birthdays in January. We chose this location as it had 3 bedrooms and a garage. The home was perfect for our needs, well appointed kitchen, very comfortable beds, two full bathrooms and easy access to the Metro. We enjoyed two wonderful restaurants within walking distance of the home. Catching an Uber was a breeze. The location is in a quiet neighborhood yet only 9 blocks from the Capital. The home owner provided a very thorough welcome book which was very helpful. We highly recommend it.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Patricia L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
One of the best rentals we've ever had
This was a fabulous VRBO for our party of seven (two adults, one teen, and four elementary-age kids). Our only hiccup was that the blow up mattress didn't seem to be functioning, but the property manager was responsive and helpful, and we quickly found a solution. If I'm being nitpicky, I could say they could use a few more spoons (but spoons wander from many houses). Otherwise, the house was clean, warm, welcoming, functional, and had everything we needed. Will definitely try to rent this place again if we ever return to DC.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

John S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Civic lessons
Location and house were great. One block to a Safeway and one block to the Metro. Only issue was a car illegally packed in alley making it difficult to get out. Not the owner's fault. great weather and easy to get around. Nice neighborhood. Easy to work with owner.
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2023

About the host

Hosted by Alec Smyth

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About the Owner
I moved to Washington DC in 1980 to save the world. Unfortunately, the world could still use quite a bit of help! I, however, couldn't get enough of DC and never left. I met my husband in 1981 and we have lived in the city ever since. We fell in love with Capitol Hill and raised our three kids here. We love the area and want to share it with others.

About the Manager
Alec has decades of experience as a management consultant, which involved way too much travel and hospitality experience (approximately 200 flights per year.) In 2003 he started renting out the family's second home on an online platform, a brand new business model at the time. Over the years that activity grew into a future retirement plan with the addition of more properties, all of which are located on Capitol Hill and must pass a simple test... Would they be a place Alec and his family would enjoy staying themselves?

Why they chose this property

Washington DC is a great place to spend time. The city is compressed, so you can get anywhere is a short time, and the neighborhoods surrounding the house (Barrack's Row and Eastern Market) have a ton of local restaurants and shops, little parks and things to do. With the house being just one block from the Metro, you have quick access to the entire city! This house is modern, family-friendly, and large enough to sleep up to 8 people (excluding the couches).

What makes this property unique

The house has been updated with a more open layout, beautiful new furniture, 2 flat screen TVs, 2 clean and new bathrooms, a lovely front porch and a family-ready backyard. We have great public transportation (the Potomac Ave. Metro is just one block away, and the Circulator Bus picks up on Potomac Ave as well. They go where the tourists go.) and the city is largely flat, so it is perfect for walking and cycling. In this house you can entertain friends, snuggle up and watch a movie, BBQ in the yard or walk six blocks to the Eastern Market/Barrack's Row area, where there are dozens of restaurants and small shops.

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