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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3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 8130.1 sq m

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Dryer
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Barbecue grill
Parking available
Outdoor space
Kitchen

Explore the area

Washington, DC

Washington Navy Yard
‪16 min walk‬
United States Capitol
‪3 min drive‬
Union Station Shopping Center
‪4 min drive‬
Washington, DC (DCA-Ronald Reagan Washington National)
‪19 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 8)

Bedroom 1

1 King Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 3

1 Queen Bed

Living Room

1 Queen Bed

2 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 2

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Porch or lanai

Kitchen

Garden

Dining area

About this property

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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Languages

English, Spanish

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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)

Important information

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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

On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited

Note from host: Violators will be evicted immediately, no refund

Host has indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property

Host has indicated that 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 5007242201003944

We should mention

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

About the area

Washington

Located in Washington, this holiday home is in the city centre. Washington Monument and White House are notable landmarks, and the area's natural beauty can be seen at National Mall and Tidal Basin. Travelling with kids? Make time for Smithsonian Institution, or head to an event or a match at Capital One Arena. Take the opportunity to explore the area for outdoor excitement like cycling.

Washington, DC

What's nearby

Washington Navy Yard - 16 min walk - 1.4 km
United States Capitol - 3 min drive - 2.5 km
National Mall - 4 min drive - 3.6 km
Union Station Shopping Center - 4 min drive - 3.9 km
Smithsonian Institution - 4 min drive - 3.9 km

Getting around

Potomac Ave Station - 2 min walk
Washington Union Station - 9 min drive
Ronald Reagan National Airport (DCA) - 19 min drive

Restaurants

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

Frequently asked questions

Is Capitol Hill Row Home: 1 Block to Metro and Groceries -- and has Garage! pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Capitol Hill Row Home: 1 Block to Metro and Groceries -- and has Garage!?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Capitol Hill Row Home: 1 Block to Metro and Groceries -- and has Garage!?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Capitol Hill Row Home: 1 Block to Metro and Groceries -- and has Garage! located?

This family-friendly holiday home is located in the city centre, within 1 mi (2 km) of Washington Navy Yard and Library of Congress. Union Station Shopping Center and Smithsonian Institution are also within 3 miles (5 km). Potomac Ave Station is only a 2-minute walk and Eastern Market Station is 13 minutes.

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

10/10 Excellent

Charlotte L.

3 Apr 2025

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great location for seeing DC for the first time

The property was inviting, clean, and we loved the back patio. Parking was a breeze. Metro was so close and easy to navigate. Alec answered all our questions prior to visiting AND even surprised us with a Keurig when I asked if one was in the kitchen. Perfect for a multigenerational family vacation.

Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2025

8/10 Good

Kristi O.

30 Mar 2025

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Spring Break Cherry Blossom Family Time

We had a lovely time at this Capitol Hill property. We travel as a family at least twice a year and have stayed at many homes. We have 3 daughters, 22, 20 and 17. Pros: close to metro and groceries, comfortable bedrooms, back yard a lovely hang out, quiet, eclectic and safe neighborhood.Cons: generally clean, but needs a good deep cleaning - the rugs are dirty and musty; generally well kept, but needs some attention to detail with general wear and tear- holes in walls from removed curtain ties not repaired, closet pulls falling off, closet doors not on tracks, chipped paint - just minor upkeep would make the house more appealing. It’s more worn than the photos suggest. We lived in an old Philadelphia rowhouse for a decade, we know how hard it is to keep up old homes! The only thing that I was a bit surprised at was the security - there were no dead bolts on outside doors to lock from the inside - only simple locks on doors with single pane glass and no curtains - would be very easy to break into if desired. Overall, we had a lovely time. We spent our days at museums - for us it was a place to sleep and hang out a bit before dinner out and for respite at night. It was a nice home for our family of 5 and we would recommend it for the easy access!

Stayed 6 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Cheryl C.

22 Mar 2025

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Happy

The house was great for our 3 generation stay for spring break!

Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Matt C.

17 Mar 2025

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great location, great stay

Very much pleased with Alec and the stay at the house. Pro tip: If you never have to contact your host during a 7-night stay to address even the most minor of issues, there's a high probability that they have met or exceeded your expectations, which was the case here. Would definitely consider staying there again.

Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2025

8/10 Good

Marty J.

2 Mar 2025

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Perfect location for Wash DC trip!

We thoroughly enjoyed this house, which was well-outfitted, comfortable, quiet. We experience a minor issue with the heating which was corrected 100% very promptly with the kind assistance of Alec (which is why we provided a 4 out of 5 star rating...absent that issue, it's FIVE-star worthy)! We loved that this was walking- distance to grocery store, and just a mile to the Eastern Market area of WashDC. THANKS for an EXCELLENT visit!

Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Joy F.

10 Feb 2025

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great location

This is a great property. Close to the Metro, restaurants and a grocery store. Nice neighborhood, quiet, and easy to get around in. We had everything we needed. Our family gathering was memorable.

Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Karen E.

3 Sept 2024

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, listing accuracy

Close to food and subway

Worked well for us

Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jan c.

31 July 2024

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Very convenient to subway and grocery shopping. Comfortable

Stayed 6 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Carrie S.

6 July 2024

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

The perfect house for exploring DC with family

My husband and I hosted my niece and her family for a week at this house. It was perfect. A quiet neighborhood with close both the metro and a Safeway grocery store within a block. The house was just as described with a wonderful welcome book filled with great information. Alec was very responsive from beginning to end. We would definitely stay here again.

Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Adam B.

10 May 2024

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great space w/ easy access

The space was ideal for our group. It was comfortable and well laid out for the 6 of us. The property manager was helpful and prompt when we reached out. The area has a lot of amenities and is easily accessible to the metro. definitely a great find!

Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2024

6/10 Okay

STEVEN S.

26 Apr 2024

Liked: Check-in, communication, listing accuracy

Vacation

Pictures were taken awhile back. A centipede was on the stairs. Good size one. A package was stolen from the front door. Mold was caulked over in the shower. The best thing about the place was the location.

Stayed 8 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Carol F.

15 Apr 2024

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great place for family reunion

Six septuagenarian sibling/spouses stayed here. Enjoyed the house, the backyard and the proximity to museums and mall. Check in and out were a breeze. Only caveat or caution would be to note that stairs in this age house are steep if anyone in your party has mobility issues.

Stayed 6 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Sarah S.

6 Apr 2024

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Spring Break with Elementary Ages

We had a very comfortable stay! The beds were very comfy, check-in easy, washer and dryer, great communication. The metro stop just down the way and Safeway very close.

Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Pat W.

15 Mar 2024

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.

11 Mar 2024

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.

26 Jan 2024

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.

25 Jan 2024

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.

27 Oct 2023

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

8/10 Good

Chantel G.

16 Aug 2023

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Family Trip

Our family stayed here for our summer trip. The location is great and convenient to the metro and bus. Quick walk to Barracks Row was also nice.

Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Rachel S.

21 June 2023

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Mostly perfect

We loved this property and would stay there again. Very quaint and clean. Comfortable beds. It was so handy to do a load of laundry midway. We also appreciated how easily we could get to all the local attractions. And the grocery store one block away was a nice bonus! Our only constructive feedback is that there weren’t enough of the basic household necessities. In particular, there were no spare garbage bags, the dish soap was almost gone, and we were on our last roll of toilet paper the morning we departed. These were small issues but worth noting.

Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jay M.

21 Mar 2023

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Excellent, convenient place to stay

Considering how expensive hotel rooms are in DC, this house is a great value and super convenient. I'd stay here again in a minute. There were 7 of us staying in the house for 3 nights...my wife, our adult daughter and her husband and 3 grandchildren - aged 10 - 12. There are 3 bedrooms and 2 full baths -- so it was a bit tight with 7. One grandchild slept on the down stairs sofa. The location is awesome. It is about a 3 minute walk to the Potomac Ave Metro - which is on 3 main lines. In fact, we flew into Dulles (which the silver line now runs to) and it was a super convenient and cheap way to get into the city. Didn't even need to change trains. There are great restaurants nearby. The Mexican place on Pennsylvania Ave is very good. The Roost is unique. It's like a relatively small, high end, trendy food court with about 5-6 food options. Go the other way (north) one block and there is a beautiful new Safeway. All in all a great place to stay. My one minor complaint would be that the house is old and the stairs and upstairs hallway creak! I was afraid I'd wake someone up -- although I don't think I did.

Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Bevan H.

11 Mar 2023

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great place in DC

Wonderful home in DC close to downtown area. Really had everything one could need. We enjoyed coming back from a busy day and having the space to lounge a little. The garage is a great addition to ensure parking but definitely takes a little skill getting in and out. Would definitely recommend this home.

Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Christopher L.

6 Mar 2023

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Family vacation

Location was perfect, Metro was a short walk and an easy ride to all the sites we wanted to see. Plus convenient groceries and eateries. The house was comfortable and gave us the feel of living in a big city. Thanks for allowing us to stay.

Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Karl H.

2 Mar 2023

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great for families!

Had a great stay, amazing to have a garage on Capitol Hill!

Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2023

8/10 Good

David B.

25 Jan 2023

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, listing accuracy

Very handy location and well sized for a large family stay

Suited our needs well accommodation and location wise - appreciated the Property Manager's support

Stayed 22 nights in Dec 2022

About the host

Hosted by Alec Smyth

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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English, Spanish

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3 bedrooms (sleeps 8)

Bedroom 1

Bedroom 2

Bedroom 3

Living Room

2 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Bathroom 2

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