Urban Oasis: Vibrant Charm 5 Mins from DC!

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Living room with Sofa Sleeper (longer couch pictured)

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Location
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Exceptional

4 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 12

Popular amenities

Parking available
Dryer
Washer
Outdoor space
Kitchen
Free WiFi

Explore the area

Arlington, VA

Georgetown University
‪6 min drive‬
Arlington National Cemetery
‪10 min drive‬
Fort Myer
‪12 min drive‬
Washington, DC (DCA-Ronald Reagan Washington National)
‪11 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

4 bedrooms (sleeps 12)

Living Room

1 Double Futon

Office/Den

1 Double Futon

Queen #1

1 Queen Bed

Queen #2/Loft

2 Single Beds and 1 Queen Bed

Twin #1

2 Single Beds

2 bathrooms

Main Floor Bathroom

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Upstairs Bathroom

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Kitchen

Separate dining area

Garden

Dining Area

About this property

Welcome to our charming retreat, blending the allure of an older home with modern comfort. Whether you're exploring iconic D.C. landmarks or on business in Arlington, our quaint abode is your ideal retreat. Nestled in the vibrant Ballston/Clarendon area, surrounded by enticing dining, shopping, and entertainment, our home is a leisurely stroll to the Ballston Metro station, connecting you effortlessly to all the tourist hotspots in Washington D.C.

Bedroom 1: Queen Bed w/Dresser| Bedroom 2: 2 -Twin Beds w/Dresser & 50” TV | Bedroom 3: Queen Sofa Sleeper w/Desk | (TOP LEVEL) Bedroom 4: Queen Bed w/en-suite full bath & TV| Upstairs Loft Area: Twin Daybed w/Twin Trundle |Additional Sleeping: Pack ‘n Play

OTHER AMENITIES: Iron/Ironing Board, High Chair and Pack ‘n Play are available free of cost/use, if needed.

MAIN FEATURES: Open living space, Smart TV w/ premium cable & Netflix, Full Jack N Jill style bathroom on main floor (between Queen & Twin bedrooms), & desk/workspace area. Top Level: Loft space for smaller gatherings

KITCHEN: Fully stocked kitchen to include dishwasher, refrigerator, stove/oven, microwave, Keurig coffee maker, dishware/flatware, trash bags + paper towels, spices, garbage disposal, high chair

GENERAL: Free Wi-Fi, central A/C & heating, keyless entry, laptop friendly, complimentary toiletries, iron/board, linens/towels, hair dryers, hangers, board games

PARKING: Designated private driveway parking for guest use only. Can easily accommodate between 3-4 cars or 2-3 SUVS.

An 8-minute drive takes you to historic Georgetown, while a 10-minute drive immerses you in the Smithsonian Museums, Washington Monument, Arlington Cemetery, and the World War II Memorial. Craving seafood? A quick 10-minute drive to The Wharf satisfies your culinary desires. Feeling lucky? A 20-minute drive leads to the National Harbor/MGM Casino for a thrilling night out.

Property manager

Kelly Benkahla

Premier Host

Languages

Spanish

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Kitchen

Washer

Dryer

Free WiFi

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Outdoor space

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Living/dining area furnished with BoConcept furniture.

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Pet-friendly

House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM

Minimum age to rent: 25

Check out before 11:00 AM

Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17

Events

No events allowed

Pets

No pets allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

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

On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited

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, a first aid kit and a deadlock

We should mention

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

About the area

Arlington

Waycroft - Woodlawn, a neighbourhood in Arlington, is home to this holiday home. Fashion Center at Pentagon City and Union Station Shopping Center are worth checking out if shopping is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore National Mall and Tidal Basin. Travelling with kids? Don't miss Smithsonian Institution and Smithsonian's National Zoo. Relax and indulge in the area's health/beauty spas, or seek out an adventure with cycling nearby.

Arlington, VA

What's nearby

Ballston Quarter - 13 min walk - 1.1 km
Georgetown University - 6 min drive - 6.4 km
White House - 8 min drive - 9.0 km
Arlington National Cemetery - 10 min drive - 7.5 km
Fort Myer - 12 min drive - 9.2 km

Getting around

Ballston Station - 12 min walk
Washington Union Station - 20 min drive
Ronald Reagan National Airport (DCA) - 11 min drive

Restaurants

‪Silver Diner - ‬12 min walk
‪Shake Shack - ‬14 min walk
‪Starbucks - ‬7 min walk
‪Uncle Julio's - ‬11 min walk
‪IHOP - ‬14 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is Urban Oasis: Vibrant Charm 5 Mins from DC! pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Urban Oasis: Vibrant Charm 5 Mins from DC!?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Urban Oasis: Vibrant Charm 5 Mins from DC!?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Urban Oasis: Vibrant Charm 5 Mins from DC! located?

This family-friendly Arlington holiday home is located in Waycroft - Woodlawn, within 2 mi (3 km) of Ballston Quarter and Marymount University. Eden Center and Potomac River are also within 3 miles (5 km). Ballston Station is 12 minutes by foot and Virginia Square Station is 21 minutes.

9.6

Exceptional

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9.8/10

Cleanliness

9.0/10

Amenities

9.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

9.6/10

Location

9.8/10

Listing accuracy

6/10 Okay

Mary Kay O.

7 Jan 2025

Liked: Cleanliness, location

Disliked: Check-in, communication

Clean but Deceivingly Small and Old

This property was clean and although you had almost no yard and backside to a very busy street it was reasonably located. The house had an extremely small galley kitchen and first floor bathroom is a jack n Jill which was small. Being as old as it is, there is no electrical outlets in bathroom and one extension cord you use in kitchen for microwave and toaster. The twin beds in first floor bedroom hide the heat vents so it was cold in our bedroom. It’s a 20 min walk to closest metro station and about the same to decent food.

Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Lindsey L.

15 Dec 2024

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

Great location and sleeps a lot

We have a large-ish group on a family vacation. We had two kids who comfortably had their own rooms. The location is the best part! It is an older house so in the winter the heat/cold varied across the bedrooms as is pretty usual in the houses in the area but overall it was easily managed! Great communication with the host and had everything we needed. Would definitely stay again!

Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Ragen N.

30 Oct 2024

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

Safe, clean location

Great stay, just as pictured/ described!

Stayed 6 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Louise B.

17 Oct 2024

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

Great location

It was in a great location since we were going to Arlington National Cemetery and also to DC

Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2024

8/10 Good

Nathan M.

23 Aug 2024

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

Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024

8/10 Good

Misty H.

8 Aug 2024

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

Family Vacation Stay

The house was perfect for what we needed. There was plenty of parking and the house was easy to find. Our questions were answered promptly. It was clean and had plenty of space for our group of 7. Kitchen is small but we didn’t cook much so it was not an issue. With 3 teenage girls, we had no issues with hot water for showers.

Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2024

8/10 Good

Shaul G.

31 July 2024

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

Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Faye T.

24 July 2024

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

Plenty of Room & Convenient to Everything

There were plenty of rooms with comfortable beds to house our family, with a great living & dining area to gather together. A short walk to the Metro gave us access to everything we wanted to get to in the city. The kids enjoyed the park, which was a quick two-block walk away. The kitchen was small, but had everything we needed. Our host was responsive, check in and out was easy. If we’re ever in DC again, this will be our first choice!

Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Michael C.

29 June 2024

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

DC trip

The location is great. There is restaurants within walking distance and it is a short trip to the national mall.

Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Aaron G.

20 June 2024

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

Wonderful property, wonderful host!

Our stay couldn’t have been more enjoyable! The warm and welcoming property was easy to find, and the check-in process was very easy. The property was well appointed, and had so many thoughtful details! We loved the large screen tvs in multiple rooms, the terrific A/C and the kitchen stocked with virtually everything we needed to prepare breakfasts and dinner for our large family. The property is very kid friendly, with lots of sleeping options. The neighborhood was convenient to shopping and restaurants, and felt very safe. Kelly, our host, was very responsive, and cheery! We’re very grateful to her for her hospitality and understanding. All in all, this house was the perfect perch from which our family enjoyed our Washington DC reunion.

Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

lin z.

12 June 2024

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

wonderful stay

easy to get to train station and owner was responsive!

Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2024

8/10 Good

Marsha S.

2 June 2024

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

Convenient to Metro, good restaurants & walking area, plenty of sleeping space

Good place for DC sites

Stayed 4 nights in May 2024

4/10 Poor

Rene H.

26 May 2024

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location

Disliked: Listing accuracy

Clean, safe neighborhood very tiny kitchen

Almost everything was fine with the home. We felt safe. Communication with host was great. Plenty of towels and linens. Clean throughout. Maintained yard. The only problem which was huge for us: The kitchen was super small. It also housed the stacked washer and dryer. With a large family trying to cook meals in, it was not a good set up.

Stayed 5 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Julie Z.

20 May 2024

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

Arlington stay

Great place! Location is easy to get to from Ballston.

Stayed 2 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Valdeva C.

19 Apr 2024

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

Well-stocked, clean, great loc, comfy

This adorable home was perfect for our group of 7 - 2 adults and 5 kids aged 6-16. The tiny kitchen was well-stocked with whatever we needed for cooking and eating. They made use of every square inch of the space. All appliances worked well and there was also a washer drier combo there as well. The dining table fit us perfectly. The living room had ample, comfortable seating and a smart tv for the bit of downtime that we took advantage of. Beds were very comfortable. More so than any VRBO home we have stayed in. Hubby and I took the upstairs ‘suite’ for our own space. Kids spread out in the bedrooms downstairs and one in the den on the convertible bed. We walked to Ballston Metro daily - about 15 mins. Very convenient. Ballston area had great restaurants and grocery. The park at the end of the road was perfect for running out energy. The neighborhood felt really safe and anyone that walked by was really friendly. The ONLY negative was that the side of the house is on a Main Street with a hospital down the road so lots of ambulances went by. We utilized fans in rooms for some white noise. Our exhaustion after exploring DC all day was usually enough to sleep through it though. Would definitely stay here if coming to the DC area again.

Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Lindsey B.

19 Apr 2024

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

Perfect Family Vacation!

The seven of us (ages 22mo-68y) enjoyed our stay! A short 15 minute walk to the metro and restaurants. Very quiet in the evenings, even though it is adjacent to a main highway. Remember that it is an old house, but that gives it so much charm! Very clean and comfortable! A great home away from home while seeing the Washington DC sites.

Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2024

8/10 Good

Danielle T.

5 Apr 2024

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

Sufficient for a short stay

It's clean and in a very convenient area. You are minutes from anywhere you want to be, including the metro. It has everything you need but minimally. The kitchen is a hall space small, but works for a short stay. Overall, I would use the property again. The check in was a breeze. It was easy to get a hold of the property owner and coffee and toiletries were provided. Nice.

Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Alison P.

17 Mar 2024

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

Great location

The house was as described, clean, and in a great neighborhood. Walking distance to metro & bus stops. Host was communicative and gave clear instructions. They checked in during our stay to make sure we had everything we needed.

Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Desyree W.

13 Mar 2024

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

Quick family trip to DC

Our family of 5 booked a few days to visit DC and found this home with many great reviews. Glad we did! Kelly is very responsive and hospitable, answering questions, and providing extra information as needed. The home is cozy and clean. All the beds were comfortable with plenty of linens provided. There was ample space for more guests to sleep if our kids had brought friends. We were within walking distance to beautiful Arlington, but we drove and Uber'd everywhere due to weather. There is road noise, but there were at least 5 fans available for everyone to use at night to drown out the noise. Will stay again if we get another chance to explore DC and Arlington!

Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Debra G.

12 Nov 2023

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

Easy trip to museums

Comfortable and convenient, plenty of parking

Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

lori m.

5 Nov 2023

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

Family stay

House was perfect for our needs. Clean, spacious and convenient. We would stay there again.

Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Ute M.

13 Aug 2023

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

Excellent

All was perfect. Best place we have stayed in during our vacation in the US. (We live in France). Thank you, Kelly

Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Greg T.

7 Aug 2023

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

Great for a large family

We had 4 adults and 4 kids and had plenty of room. Everything was clean and well maintained. Easy check in, close to the metro and highway so it was a great location

Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Kimi E.

22 July 2023

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

Family visit to DC

Our family enjoyed staying in this home. It had everything we needed. Metro was a few blocks from the house as was a grocery store and a few places to dine. A couple minor touchups and repairs would make this place perfect (front yard could use a little TLC; door knob on bedroom door pulled out but was still usable). Overall was a great place and would stay again.

Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Larisa S.

20 July 2023

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

Wonderful place to stay and explore DC area

We enjoyed our stay and would stay here again! Balston neighborhood was very walkable from this property. Convenient short walk to the metro, shipping, and restaurants.

Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023

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Premier Host

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Popular amenities

Explore the area

Rooms & beds

4 bedrooms (sleeps 12)

Living Room

Office/Den

Queen #1

Queen #2/Loft

Twin #1

2 bathrooms

Main Floor Bathroom

Upstairs Bathroom

Spaces

About this property