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Garden Apartment Retreat

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back yard. one person on the trampoline at a time please.
The sofa in the foreground is a twin sleeper.
Living room and dining room with electric keyboard.
Dining
dining area, fridge, kitchenette

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional
1 bedroom1 bathroomSleeps 6

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Barbecue grill
  • Dryer
  • Pet-friendly
  • Washer
  • Gym

Explore the area

Map
Cabin John, MD
  • Congressional Country Club
    ‪6 min drive‬
  • Westfield Montgomery Mall
    ‪8 min drive‬
  • National Institute of Health Campus
    ‪9 min drive‬
  • Washington, DC (DCA-Ronald Reagan Washington National)
    ‪32 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

1 bedroom (sleeps 6)

Bedroom 1

2 Queen Beds

Living Room 1

1 Single Sofa Bed

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Soap · Towels provided · Toilet · Shower only · Shampoo · Hair dryer

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchenette
Outdoor play area
Garden
Dining Area

About this property

Garden Apartment Retreat

Pick your own fruits and vegetables from our organic garden when in season. Monarch butterfly garden in the back yard. If you feel like a quick work out, there are free weights and yoga mats at your disposal. Kayakers, we have room to store your kayaks in the back yard. We respect your need for quiet and do our best to tip toe around upstairs especially between 8:30pm and 6:30am. Expect an apartment style amount of sound to carry down to you at other times.
The space
I spent the first 12 years of my life traveling between south east Asia and New Jersey every 2 years.
I know that traveling with kids can be challenging. I want to make it more fun for your family when you stay with us. Let me know what their favorite things are. Tea party with dolls? Beanie Babies? Legos?
The washer and dryer that we will share is in the basement. We will respect your privacy and always ask instead of assume that we can come down and use it during your stay.
We know that many individuals have multiple chemical sensitivities and do our best to use aldehyde free products. However, every now and then there is a sale on a favorite fragrant shampoo of mine and I put it in the basement shower. Please lmk if you do have allergies and I will remove it.
To respect the needs of everyone who stays with us, please avoid smoking on the property and using fragrances.
In the kitchenette area, there is an induction stove top, electric kettle, coffee maker, large microwave and full size refrigerator.
We also have a trampoline, slack line, Swurfer, and hammock in the backyard for you to enjoy.
Fish taco, Wild Tomato and Sal’s Italian are 4 blocks away.
Glen Echo Park is a mile from here.
Congressional, Kenwood and Avenel Country Clubs are within 2.5 miles from here.
NIH and the Bethesda Metro are a 15 minute drive from us.
We are close to both Tysons Corner and Montgomery Mall.
7 miles from Georgetown, 8 miles from the Lincoln Memorial.
Reagan National Airport is 11 miles away. Dulles International is 16 miles away.

Property manager

Carolyn
Premier Host

Languages

English

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Amenities

Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Pet-friendly
Free WiFi
Air conditioning

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 21
Check out before 11:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
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Events

Events allowed: family gatherings and birthday parties
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Pets

Pets allowed: limit 4 total
Pick up after your dog.
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Smoking

Smoking allowed: in designated areas
Please dispose of cigarette butts in an ashtray
Use caution on the trampoline. Industry standard is one person at a time.
Please avoid scented candles and spray perfume outside. Some of our guests have severe allergies.

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
Parties and events (including family gatherings and birthday parties) are allowed on site. Maximum attendees: 20
This property uses eco-friendly cleaning products
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

We should mention

This property does not have any lifts

About the area

Cabin John

Cabin John is home to this apartment. White House and Arlington National Cemetery are notable landmarks, and some of the area's popular attractions include Smithsonian Institution and Smithsonian's National Zoo. Looking to enjoy an event or a game? See what's going on at Capital One Arena or Nationals Park. Kayaking and fishing offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with mountain biking and hiking nearby.
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Cabin John, MD

What's nearby

  • Congressional Country Club - 6 min drive - 4.3 km
  • Westfield Montgomery Mall - 8 min drive - 7.7 km
  • National Institute of Health Campus - 9 min drive - 6.5 km
  • Walter Reed National Military Medical Center - 10 min drive - 8.5 km
  • CIA Headquarters - 10 min drive - 9.5 km

Getting around

  • Bethesda Center Station - 8 min drive
  • Rockville Station - 15 min drive
  • Ronald Reagan National Airport (DCA) - 32 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪The Irish Inn at Glen Echo - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Ledo Pizza - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Matchbox - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Fish Taco - ‬10 min walk
  • ‪Starbucks - ‬7 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Garden Apartment Retreat pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows pets (limit 4 total).

What time is check-in at Garden Apartment Retreat?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Garden Apartment Retreat?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Garden Apartment Retreat located?

Situated in Cabin John, this apartment building is 2.8 mi (4.5 km) from Congressional Country Club and within 6 miles (10 km) of Potomac River and Bethesda Row. National Institute of Health Campus and Chevy Chase Pavilion Shopping Center are also within 6 miles (10 km).

Reviews

10

Exceptional

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Rating 10 - Excellent. 22 out of 24 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 2 out of 24 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 24 reviews
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Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 24 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

9.8/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Dianne M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Pleasant stay
Very welcoming, very clean, great communications, easy to get to metro, comfortable and Paul , Carolyn and family were very friendly. Highly recommend this rental!!!
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Brett G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Magical home for a solo retreat
Carolyn and Paul's basement apartment was literally the PERFECT place to spend 3 days for a virtual retreat. It was truly my home away from home. Their background was magical - the trampoline - the crystals and gems. So many delightful details and touches - not to mention super clean and comfy beds! Carolyn and Paul were wonderful hosts - and would love to stay there again!
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025

8/10 Good

JIHAN A.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Quick stay
The place was extremely clean, and the host was very accommodating.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Sherry D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Family trip
Great location. Helpful and kind hosts.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

elizabeth l.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Nice weekend stay
The unit was very clean and pleasant. Always cool .
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Paul P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Thoughtful People
I had a delightful stay in a basement apartment in the owners' home. They are very generous and are great communicators. They did everything to make sure my stay was first rate. On my last evening there, they even gave me snack bag for the trip the next morning. Enjoyed my stay.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Fred C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Awesome
Excellent place, lovely hosts.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Rhonda H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Lovely apartment
Very comfortable, relaxing place to stay. The patio was especially nice for morning coffee. Would stay here gain.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Bradley R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
C and O Travelers check this out.
If you want to cut the last day of your trip on the C and O a little shorter and then have a leisurely pedal to mile marker zero and the capital mall area, this is the best place we found and it worked great. The neighborhood is super bike friendly.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

destiny f.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Pleasure and business and spiritual
The host and her daughters are magic and phenomenal. The property felt like a magical getaway.
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Andrew M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
A great stay
We had a great stay in Cabin John. The hosts were very communicative and friendly. The heating/cooling system is a little loud at night, but I had brought something to generate white noise and didn't have any trouble once I got used to it. If we were staying in the same area, we would definitely look to stay again.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Daniel H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Lovely Respite
This place was such a lovely place for my father to stay while my while he was getting treatment at Sibley Hospital nearby. The backyard was beautiful and the nearby walking trail was a wonderful way to end each evening. The host was very hospitable. We would absolutely recommend!
Stayed 5 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kenny S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Cute & Clean
The garden is great, host is amazing and will ensure you have the best time possible. Apartment was clean and exactly as described with anything you could think to need for entertainment. My pets were comfortable and so were we!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Nancy F.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Tranquility
A spacious backyard with lots of kid-friendly options with a patio area for chatting or eating.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

James M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Perfect and as advertised
Place was great. Big space, big beds. Nicely decorated. Great location. Hostess was very proactive in reaching out as check-in approached. She had great coffee, tea, and breakfast pastries there for us. Excellent communication back and forth
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

FRANK P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Met all expectations with comfort !
The stay was excellent. Slept very well, enjoyed the apartment. It was well furnished and conveniently located to both downtown and suburbs. We were allowed to park in the driveway, off street, which was greatly appreciated. The entire apartment was well furnished and comfortable. The host family was pleasant and helpful. We would stay again !
Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Anna P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Wonderful
The host was amazing. The space was just right for me and my daughter along with our two dogs. The house went above and beyond needed to make sure we were comfortable and add everything we need. Highly recommend staying here and I will be staying again if I return to the DC area.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Ellen C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Convenient
Clean, comfortable, convenient, helpful communication
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Ricardo L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Fantastic place and hosts
We needed a temporary place to stay while we found a long-term renting. This place was great for us and more. Our hosts and family were really engaging, proactive and kind. The place is very comfortable. There were a couple of minor issues but they were fixed immediately. The family is lovely and have two lovely cats too. I would strongly recommend anyone staying here if coming to DC or Maryland. Thanks again to the family for helping us settling in!
Stayed 10 nights in Aug 2024

8/10 Good

Leslie R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Eclectic Hideaway
Meet our needs. Sort of like a college apartment. Very responsive hosts. Easy parking.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2023

10/10 Excellent

Barbara G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Felt like home
This was such a lovely property. It is actually the whole bottom level of a home occupied by the owners upstairs. They were super gracious and kind. Even invited us to join them for dinner our first night there. The place was cozy, well-stocked and had everything we needed. And the backyard is surrounded by an amazing vegetable and flower/plant garden. We were able to bring our dog and there was plenty of beautiful neighborhood to walk in. Thank you to our host family!!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Amanda M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Awesome place to stay! Great for events and friends.
This was an awesome location for us! We had friends over for a bridal shower, and it was a perfect setup. The living room is even bigger than it looks, everything is very high quality, the beds are very comfortable, and Carolyn was the kindest host!! She was the most accommodating host I’ve ever worked with. She was very supportive of having friends over, and even allowed us to extended the table to accommodate our group. 10/10 would recommend this stay — beautiful neighborhood, accommodating hosts, and gorgeous stay!
Stayed 2 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Heather L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Amazing Hospitality
The rental location was better than we could have imagined by providing quick access to the sights and sounds of DC and surround area. Communication between the host and us was top notch from the beginning. Our daughter celebrated her Sweet 16th birthday which ironically happened to be one of the owner’s birthdays as well. The hosts brought down Georgetown Cupcakes (amazing by the way) for our daughter. Even our mini doxies felt at home. The neighborhood was very delightful as well. While out walking our dogs we met many neighbors along the way that stopped to chat. This is a hidden gem out of the hustle and bustle of the city!
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Lexi !.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Home away from home
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

About the host

Hosted by Carolyn

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We've lived in the DC metro area for most of our lives and love helping our guests feel comfortable. My favorite memories are of guests on the trampoline in our backyard goofing off. I also love meeting the dogs and cats that stay with us. -Mom

Why they chose this property

The neighborhood is warm, friendly and eclectic. I love the different styles of homes and the people who live in them.
Plus, we are close to EVERYTHING! It's a 10 minute walk to Glen Echo Park, Tysons Corner (please avoid rush hour) is 20 minutes away, American University is a 10 minute drive away, and Georgetown is 20 minutes from here. We are minutes away from world class kayaking, rock climbing and mountain biking trails.
And all of the Smithsonian museums, Glen Stone, and The Kennedy Center.

What makes this property unique

Real people live here. This isn't a sterile investment property that a few business people are renting out. We do our best to help our guests feel comfortable. Mom does most of the yard work, and maintenance of the house. Apologies that it is not perfect. Spreading 14 yards of mulch takes time... LOL. We are never ordering that much mulch again.

On the environmental side, we don't spray for mosquitoes or use synthetic chemicals in our yard. We have both a commercial compost service and regular compost (no cooked or animal products in there please). Eventually we will get a rain capturing system set up.

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English

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