A CONTEMPORARY HOME IN A WONDERFUL LOCATION
Featured in "Capitol File" magazine as one of DC's most luxurious rentals.
Our home is a contemporary 4-level row house with 2 car garage. The house was originally built in 1911 and is considered a historic landmark property. It was superbly rebuilt with luxury touches and beautiful architectural details. It features amazing spaces and a comfortable 2,100 sq. ft. of living space with 4 bedrooms and 2.5 bathrooms.
Walking distance to the White House, DC monuments, and Georgetown, this beautiful property is located in Northwest, Washington DC. Ask any Washingtonian and they will tell you that this area is one of the most desirable and safest in town, perfect for families and business travelers. The neighborhood is a walker's paradise with a 96% walk score, with metro, Whole Foods and great dining options only two blocks away!
Pack light and easy because we include many of the essentials for you, including shampoo and even your morning coffee!
This home is the perfect base to explore the city!
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ARRIVE TO AMAZING COMFORT AFTER AN EXCITING DAY IN THE CITY
-> Chic and unique - private coziness with room for up to 8 guests
-> Stay and dine in - prepare a wonderful meal in the chef's kitchen and enjoy it in or outdoors
-> Pack light and easy - essential edibles, coffee, towels, shampoo, hair dryer, laundry detergent and more are on us!
-> Business friendly - fully equipped with high-speed wireless internet, dedicated workspace, Smart TVs and more!
-> Parking included - should you need it, you will discover that this is a small luxury in DC
ENJOY ONE OF THE MOST DESIRABLE NEIGHBORHOODS IN DC
-> 96% walk score - the third most walkable zip code and one of the safest in all of DC!
-> Walk to the most iconic buildings in DC - the White House, Lincoln Memorial and several other monuments
-> In DC for business? The World Bank, IMF and U.S. State Department are a short walk away
-> Enjoy some leisurely time - fine dining, trendy shops and the latest gyms are all walking distance
-> Need public transportation? The metro and bus stations are only two blocks away!
PEACE OF MIND AND THE PRIVACY ONLY A HOME CAN GIVE YOU
-> Rest easy with local support - we handle all your questions and concerns during your trip
-> Privacy and comfort - the house is accessible 24/7 and entirely for you during your stay. You will only see our local team if you need us!
-> Professional hosting - we prepare and clean the house with care and provide you with a detailed guidebook of the property
-> Local recommendations - we've lived in DC for years and we'll share our favorite spots with you!
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PROPERTY DETAILS
RELAX IN THE COZY LIVING ROOM
The living room is a cozy space to watch movies or the latest TV shows, or just relax with family and friends. The space offers:
-> Comfortable sofa and benches
-> Smart TV with HD antenna (connect to your own streaming services)
-> Internet radio sound system with 6 pre-set stations
-> Collection of board games
SPACIOUS 4 BEDROOMS AND 2.5 BATHROOMS
Casa Foggy Bottom offers 4 bedrooms, including a spacious den/office that is used as a fourth bedroom.
-> Five comfortable beds: one king, two queens and two twins. All mattresses are high-density memory foam mattresses that are well-suited for most types of sleepers.
-> The master bedroom and bathroom are isolated in the top level for added privacy. Enjoy some fresh air on the private balcony!
-> All bedrooms are equipped with Smart TVs with HD antennas (connect to your own streaming services)
-> All showers include shampoo, conditioner and soap!
-> The den/office offers a PC with a laser printer and a work desk
SHOW OFF YOUR SKILLS IN THE CHEF'S KITCHEN
This kitchen offers all the necessary cooking equipment and utensils to cook a wonderful and elaborate meal:
-> Viking gas range and oven
-> Sub-zero fridge
-> Kitchen Aid mixer
-> Cuisinart coffee maker for up to 14 cups
-> Kitchen staples and essential edibles such as coffee, olive oil, salt, pepper, filtered water and more are on us!
STAY IN AND ENJOY DINNER AT HOME
The dining room sits six plus two if you use the benches from the living room. We include a full set of:
-> Fine silverware
-> Glassware, including wine goblets and champagne glasses
-> China
-> Serving utensils
-> Place mats
BEAUTIFUL COMMON SPACES
This row house was built in 1911 and was superbly rebuilt in 2007 with beautiful architectural details and generous spaces:
-> 2,100 sq ft of living space
-> Skylight
-> 9-foot ceilings
-> Prime hardwood floors
-> Exposed brick walls
-> Outdoor deck area with seating for 6
-> Private indoor garage
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THE NEIGHBORHOOD
Great local attractions give Foggy Bottom a 96% walk score! Overlooking the Potomac River, Foggy Bottom is a prime neighborhood in Northwest, DC. The area is listed on the National Register of Historic Places and it is one of the safest areas in Washington.
Foggy Bottom is centrally situated between Georgetown and Dupont so it is the perfect location to stay when visiting Washington, DC. Casa Foggy Bottom is ideally located on a quiet street in Foggy Bottom, next to several other historic row houses.
These are just a few of our favorites sorted by walking distance from the house:
[5-10 minute walk] Foggy Bottom metro station, Starbucks, Whole Foods, Circa (casual dining), the John F. Kennedy Center for the Performing Arts, Campono (casual Italian dining), the State Department, the famous Watergate, The George Washington University, GW Hospital.
[10-15 minute walk] The West End neighborhood has Trader Joe's, Blue Duck Tavern (fine American dining), Rasika (fine Indian dining), Illy Coffee, Bayou (casual Cajun restaurant). Close by is Bobby's Burger Palace, which is one of the best casual burgers in town.
[15-20 minute walk] Georgetown and its beautiful Waterfront, with several casual and fine dining options, bars and tons of trendy stores for your shopping needs.
[20-25 minute walk] The White House, World Bank, and IMF are to the west. The Lincoln Memorial and the reflecting pool are south west from the house. The popular neighborhood of Dupont located north east has several options for bar hoppers and quite a few restaurants to choose from.
[30-35 minute walk] The Washington Monument and the Smithsonian.
[35-40 minute walk] The Downtown/Chinatown has the Convention Center and the Verizon Center. It is also the location of the new City Center DC, which is packed with luxury brand stores and restaurants.
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GUEST ACCESS
The entire house is available to you. We have an easy-to-use smart lock in the front door with 24/7 access for your convenience during your stay.
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INTERACTION WITH GUESTS
We are available as often as you'd like via email or calls for any questions you might have. We are available anytime for emergencies.
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HOUSE RULES
My wife and I have put a lot of effort in our home and we want you to enjoy it as much as we do. In return, we only ask that you respect these simple rules:
-> Parties or events are not allowed in the house.
-> Quiet hours are between 11 pm and 7 am.
-> This a no-smoking property. No exceptions.
-> Check-in is at 4 pm and check out is at 11 am.
-> Minimum age to book is 25.
-> No pets allowed.
-> Total number of occupants will not exceed 8 at any given time.
-> All trash and perishables must be disposed of and dishes washed before departure.
Thanks for your understanding.
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IMPORTANT INFORMATION BEFORE BOOKING
-> The 4th bedroom is also the den/office. It is a private space with sliding doors and natural light coming from the skylight and through the inside window (see pictures). This bedroom is equipped with two twin mattresses and it has a decent amount of closet space.
-> Infants and toddlers are welcome! Just note that our home is not baby or child-proof.
-> There are 4 levels of stairs in the house so please consider if you or someone traveling with you has disabilities.
-> The Washington, DC area is prone to mosquitoes during hot or humid weather; we recommend using repellent if you want to enjoy our sun-filled deck. You may also see a few carpenter bees hovering our deck which is normal in the DC area during spring and fall. We try to contain them with traps and the good thing is that they are usually harmless and will not sting.
-> You might encounter rodents in the public alley outside the house and anywhere on the streets, especially in the evening and early hours of the day. This is an issue the entire city suffers with, as in any other major metropolitan city. We pay for quarterly pest control and report evidence of rodents in the public alley to the city often but please be aware that our efforts have a limited effect.
-> You will be asked to sign a short-term rental agreement for this property.
-> We do not offer a gas grill for our outdoor deck.
-> Watching TV in the living room is comfortable for up to 4 people given the configuration of the space. We've cut the cord and we offer no cable. Every room is equipped with a Smart TV with HD antennas. You may login with your own streaming services to watch the latest shows.
-> The garage will fit up to 2 small-sized vehicles or one large SUV. The garage door opening is approximately 72 inches tall and 98 inches wide. The maximum length or depth available in the garage is approximately 376 inches. Please check your vehicle's dimensions to make sure it fits! Passenger vans will not fit. Please note there is no actual driveway that you could park outside the garage. It is an alley and parking is strictly controlled by the city. Alternative parking for larger vehicles can be found using spothero.com.