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Charming - Patio - Vet owned 3 blocks to Capitol

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Private front door entrance to apartment and private patio on right
Excellent layout
Living space
Open airy space
Great open space

Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
1 bedroom1 bathroomSleeps 2

Popular amenities

  • Pet-friendly
  • Dryer
  • Parking available
  • Washer
  • Outdoor space
  • Kitchen

Explore the area

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Washington, DC
  • United States Capitol
    ‪10 min walk‬
  • Smithsonian Institution
    ‪14 min walk‬
  • Union Station Shopping Center
    ‪14 min walk‬
  • Washington, DC (DCA-Ronald Reagan Washington National)
    ‪17 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

1 bedroom (sleeps 2)

Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed

Living room

1 Double Sofa Bed

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Balcony
Garden
Dining area

About this property

Charming - Patio - Vet owned 3 blocks to Capitol

Terrific location three blocks to Capitol.

Upscale renovation of charming studio in 1860s semi-detached townhouse. Tons of light. Fantastic location. Huge windows overlook private landscaped patio (great for morning coffee). Wood floors. Great kitchen and bath. Washer/dryer in apartment.

Private entrance overlooking bucolic street scene. Huge shared side garden patio and roofdeck.

BLAZING 1 GIG INTERNET (fastest residential service in DC)

Lots of charm.

Address is 311 A Street NE Washington DC 20002. The 300 block of A Street is highly sought after for it's location and charm. Three blocks to the Capitol on a gorgeous tree-lined street with brick sidewalks.

PLEASE FEEL FREE TO ASK ABOUT PRICING. We have been a primarily longer term housing provider for 25 years but pricing on Airbnb is very hard to communicate and set, as it's impossible to know the dates and circumstances of every possible guest's needs in advance when we set pricing. Pricing may vary significantly depending on length of stay, specific dates, etc. For longer term stays there may be discounts possible.

PLEASE SEND AN INQUIRY PRIOR TO SENDING A BOOKING REQUEST.

Guests have total access. This is not a shared space.

We are more than happy to provide information on local attractions. We also provide a detailed Welcome Letter with relevant neighborhood information, plus an interactive map with neighborhood recommendations.

Capitol Hill is an outstanding neighborhood. It's historic, charming, and ideally located at the absolute geographic center of DC. Terrific safety, with the US Capitol police patrolling the area. Home to many politicians, media figures, etc.

Corner groceries, pharmacy, great diner and dry cleaners a two minute walk away.

Eastern Market (farmers market and baker/butcher etc) is a few blocks away. Amazing restaurants and lively bars within easy walking distance.

Whole Foods and several other supermarkets in the neighborhood.

Five blocks to metro orange/blue and red lines. Union Station train station is five blocks. Union Station is home to the major sightseeing tours. Capital Bikeshare kiosk is a couple minutes walk.

Uber and Lyft and cheap and very easy to get here.

DC Circulator metro rapid bus transit also very close by.

The outdoor space is a rarity in DC. Ideal spot to explore DC from. Fantastic neighborhood for longer term stays also.

Inquire about parking PRIOR to booking please. There is very little need to bring a vehicle, as there is great metro and bikeshare access, and rideshares are inexpensive and readily available. Most places you want to go to in DC won't have parking when you get there. 24/7 street parking near this property is possible with a street parking pass, which can be obtained from the DC DMV with a copy of a lease and vehicle information. It costs around $250 for a six month pass. Free street parking with no pass needed is free and open to all every night, all weekend, and two hours each weekday. We have about five offstreet parking spaces in the immediate area. We rent them from neighbors. IF a paid space is available they usually go for $300 a month. Union Station parking garage is five blocks away and can do monthly rentals including oversize vehicles for around $300 a month.

A word about rates:

Since every booking is different the rates listed are an approximation. Rates are based on length of stay, specific dates needed, amenities requested, etc. Bookings less than 91 days are subject to the DC lodging tax of 15.95%. SINCE EVERY INQUIRY IS DIFFERENT AND THE BIGGEST FACTOR IN PRICE IS THE SPECIFIC DATES CHOSEN AND LENGTH OF STAY RATES MAY BE HIGHER OR LOWER THAN WHAT IS POSTED. PLEASE INQUIRE SO WE CAN DISCUSS PRIOR TO SENDING A BOOKING REQUEST.

Fall and winter months are very high demand, moreso this year than ever before as this is the first year that many federal agencies and private employers are bringing people back to DC, and they are making up for lost productivity during Covid.

And of course it's a presidential election year.

Most furnished housing providers in DC will only take bookings for three months or longer during these months. We will do less, but the rates do go up. And generally we try to match an incoming booking with an apartment that is available within a week or so of the requested date. For instance if you are seeking a month rental beginning July 1 we would want to match your request with a property available in very late June or July 1. If the property you inquired about seems to have an availability date that may not match up then you can always check HERE see all properties and their available dates.

Our average booking is around four to six months. We are primarily a longer term lodging provider. We can do shorter, but in the furnished housing business rates go up for shorter stays.

Please don't hesitate to let us know if you have any questions.

Property manager

Capitol Hill Stay Veteran Owned Small Business Since 1997

Languages

English, Spanish

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Amenities

Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Pet-friendly
Free WiFi
Air conditioning

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House Rules

Check in after 2:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 21
Check out before 10:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

Pets allowed
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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 and a deadlock

We should mention

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

About the area

Washington

Located in Washington, this apartment is in the city centre. White House and Washington Monument are notable landmarks, and travellers looking to shop may want to visit Union Station Shopping Center and Fashion Center at Pentagon City. Smithsonian Institution and National Air and Space Museum are not to be missed. Explore all the area has to offer with hiking and cycling.
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Washington, DC

What's nearby

  • United States Capitol - 10 min walk - 0.8 km
  • Smithsonian Institution - 14 min walk - 1.2 km
  • Union Station Shopping Center - 14 min walk - 1.2 km
  • National Mall - 18 min walk - 1.6 km
  • Capital One Arena - 3 min drive - 2.4 km

Getting around

  • Hart Station - 5 min walk
  • Washington Union Station - 12 min walk
  • Ronald Reagan National Airport (DCA) - 17 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Dirksen Cafeteria - ‬8 min walk
  • ‪Tune Inn - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪Starbucks - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪Buffalo & Bergen - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪Good Stuff Eatery - ‬6 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is Charming - Patio - Vet owned 3 blocks to Capitol pet-friendly?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Charming - Patio - Vet owned 3 blocks to Capitol?

Check-in begins at 2:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Charming - Patio - Vet owned 3 blocks to Capitol?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Charming - Patio - Vet owned 3 blocks to Capitol located?

Located in Capitol Hill, this apartment building is within a 15-minute walk of Library of Congress, Union Station Shopping Center and Smithsonian Institution. National Mall and United States Capitol are also within 1 mile (2 km). Hart Station is 5 minutes by foot and Dirksen Station is 6 minutes.

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 23 out of 27 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 3 out of 27 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 27 reviews
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Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 27 reviews

9.4/10

Cleanliness

9.8/10

Check-in

9.4/10

Communication

10/10

Location

9.4/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Janet P.

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

Great location

This property was perfect for visiting to sight see. The 3 different sleeping locations is really great.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2020

10/10 Excellent

Todd J.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location

nice stay

we enjoyed the stay and the unit. ours was a rear unit not the one pictured, but still pleasant. host very responsive.
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2021

10/10 Excellent

Jill H.

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

A quick trip to visit family in DC

We considered ourselves fortunate to stay at this historic property. It was the perfect size to accommodate four adults comfortably, and was located in a quiet, safe, very walkable neighborhood. Our host, Brian, and the property's manager, Luis, answered our questions promptly and thoroughly. I would definitely recommend staying at this location and hope to do so again myself!
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2020

10/10 Excellent

Sergey Y.

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

Pleasant stay in DC

We rented this house in Washington DC. Located on Capitol Hill! Close to monuments and Smithsonian museums. IMHO very convenient place to stay for travellers. House by itself was clean and cozy. Plus you have an access to roof deck for sunny breakfast. We liked our stay. Recommend to anyone!
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2021

10/10 Excellent

Ginger H.

Gem with a great location

For our family of 4 (2 adults and 2 teenagers), "The Carriage House" was a great fit! The place was clean and is well maintained. The owner and property manager answered any questions we had and helped us in obtaining a parking spot for our minivan. With such a great location, it was not necessary to move our vehicle. We loved the Capital Bike Share being 2 blocks away, especially after a long day of walking and sightseeing! Everything that we needed was within walking distance, such as the sights, grocery store, and coffee shops, as well as bus stops and metro stations. We enjoyed relaxing or having breakfast on the rooftop deck or patio area outside the door. We definitely recommend The Carriage House!
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2018

8/10 Good

Alan J.

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

Capital Hill

Great location and felt safe in the environment. I would have like to see some cleaning supplies ie.... Dish washer soap. Also, my wife like to cook and there was no seasoning at all. You should have basic seasoning salt, pepper, and sugar. We understand we have to purchase specific type of seasoning but like I said the basic was not supplied. I will love to re-rent this property. The location is great for the area. I’m looking forward to coming back over the summer. I will also refer your property to others I know.
Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2020

2/10 Terrible

Mentone V.

Liked: Location
Disliked: Communication

Giant Fly Invasion

Our first trip away in a long time. We picked this home due to location and the owner says he is a veteran as we are. We expect clean and for the place to deliver physically as it is photograph. This home did that. Where it fell apart was the total lack of help when a crisis arose and then being told that we were lying about the problem. As a military family, my husband served 36 years, we don't lie or fabricate problems at 10pm at night when we are tired and ready to go to sleep in the middle of a city. Our second night we arrived at 9pm to an invasion of cluster flies. Giant, slow moving flies. After killing 2 dozen & flushing down the toilet, they kept coming. We then figured out what all of the little plug in devices were, bug deterrents. We saw them coming in and out from under the kitchen cabinet. We text and called several times within the hour. NEVER a call or text back until 2 hours later. By this time, we left. Our bedroom was a loft and we couldn't keep the flies off the bed. They were on windows, cabinets, lights, buzzing all around. The night before I felt if something was on me, but thought I was imagining it. The next morning still no call or text. finally an email through the Homeaway site which they never used during our communication. Only personal phones & their email from the business. We didn't think to check Homeaway. We were trying to solve the problem so we could go back, but they cleaned the home & locked us out. We had to stay elsewhere for more money for 3 nights. Here is what they said to us, approved by the homeowner . "We did a thorough walk of the property this morning and found no infestation of flies inside as you had previously mentioned in your message to us. We also found no evidence of the two dozen flies that you had killed the other night. We searched the entire property with no success on finding any flies, dead or alive, you moved out because we didn’t show up within an hour after you messaged us during after hours and did not give us a reasonable amount of time to reply. " Management Insane to suggest that we wanted to leave at 10 at night, pack up in the middle of DC & find some place else. These people refused to talk to us by phone, never have. Buyer beware of flies & people who don't communicate if you have a problem. We have NEVER had an issue with homeowners in the past, may we add, we too own several vacation rentals and never treat guest this way. Too many options in DC to pick from!
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2019

10/10 Excellent

Michael W.

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

Beautiful property in a great area

This is a beautiful property in a great area. Within walking distance of Capitol. The owner was responsive when I had questions and was very helpful.
Stayed 8 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Shannan R.

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

Great Location

Location was perfect, property was well equipped for our needs.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2021

10/10 Excellent

Anthony S.

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

Location, location, location!

This property exceeded expectations. It is conveniently located to the monuments and museums AND had it's own private parking spot. Communication with the owners were great as this was a last minute getaway. When we go back to DC we will be staying here again!
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2021

8/10 Good

Dina F.

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

great location & parking!

property was exactly what we wanted - near the sights but also felt private. the team was great to work with and all instructions were on point and easy to follow. would recommend staying here!
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2021

10/10 Excellent

mary j.

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

Wonderful location

The carriage house was exactly as advertised and was exactly what our family of 4 adults needed for a weekend in DC. We would definitely stay here again if we return to the area.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2021

10/10 Excellent

Leo S.

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

Great stay at a great location

Great location just steps from the Capitol and National Mall. Well maintained and appointed property with a dedicated parking space. Walking distance to National Mall. Brian and Luis are great hosts and very accomodating (letting us use the parking space after we checked out was greatly appreciated). Thank you, great choice for staying in DC.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2021

10/10 Excellent

Robin W.

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

Capital Hill stay

The home worked out great for us. Was clean, had everything we needed. Communication was good and very prompt. Will definitely return if needed.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2020

10/10 Excellent

Bernice F.

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

Great place and location!

The carriage house was a perfect place to stay. It was in walking distance to all the monuments and museums. The home had comfortable beds and plenty of kitchen supplies for cooking if you don’t feel like going out. It accommodated the large dog crate for or lab. The neighborhood was wonderful for walks and runs. We will definitely rent again since timing of Covid the museums were closed so we need to have return trip.
Stayed 6 nights in Nov 2020

8/10 Good

Alethea S., East Hills

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

Awesome hidden gem near Capitol Hill

We just spent a week at the Carriage House and the location was top notch! Having a private parking spot was INCREDIBLE because it allowed us to drive around and explore DC throughout the day without worrying about parking when we get back. We loved having the little patio outside. There was enough room for 4 of us to spread out to “social distance” one in each room 1 on couch and a blow up in the kitchen. We also had enough space/ couches and chairs to spread out during our meals and hanging out. We would definitely stay here again! Thank you!
Stayed 6 nights in Oct 2020

10/10 Excellent

Jorge C.

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

Capitol Hill Quiet and convenient

Great location and Luis is a fabulous host/manager. Great in unit amenities like satellite tv and washer dryer. Worked perfectly for us.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2019

10/10 Excellent

Tina B.

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

Great location and can walk to everything

Great location and can walk to everything
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2019

10/10 Excellent

Liza A.

Lovely apartment in the Capitol Hill area

We enjoyed our stay in the apartment. It is very centrally located and made traveling by the underground easy .
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2019

10/10 Excellent

Nicola R.

Period Property in Ideal and Safe Location

We were very impressed with our stay at the Carriage House. The location was ideal for access to all the major sites being just 1 block from the Capitol Building. The street and immediate area was charming and well taken care of. It also felt very safe considering we were in a capital city. We arrived very late to the rental and there was a slight hiccup with our parking permit that we were unable to sort out straight away. However - this was quickly resolved by our hosts first thing the next morning and we were able to park on the street near to the property without concern. The rental itself is a period property that had been upgraded to a high standard but still in keeping with the character. All the appliances in the kitchen were of a high specification and the bedding was very comfortable. We believe the upstairs was previously the hayloft for the Carriage House and as such there are some quite steep stairs which could prove an issue for some renters and possibly children. This was not a problem for us and again we enjoyed the thought that had gone into keeping the period feel of the space. The rental also had the bonus of access to a shared rooftop terrace- where we enjoyed our morning coffee. Our communication with the hosts was good - and they persevered despite us experiencing some issues with our UK cell phones. Due to the excellent location we were able to just walk to most of destinations we planned. We only had one full day in Washington. We started from the Carriage House and walked via the Supreme Court (at the bottom of the street) to the Library of Congress and Capitol Hill Building via the Mall to the National Archives and the Washington Monument. Then a detour to the White House and back on the Mall to the Lincoln Memorial.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2018

10/10 Excellent

Charlotte H., The Woodlands, TX

Wonderful property!!!

This carriage house is a perfect place to stay in DC. Our family of four enjoyed the charm of the carriage house! We were so close to everything...the Capital, great restaurants, Saturday farmers market and bike rental. The property is quaint and the property owners take great care in providing a fantastic service. We would stay here anytime we visit DC!
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2018
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Kevin S.

Wonderful place near everything, flexible floor plan

Stayed here with my kids for a long weekend in the city. Couldn't possibly be a better place to launch excursions to everything. There's even 2 small grocers and a pharmacy literally around the corner. The floor plan is ideal for couples or more, very comfortable and incredibly quiet because it sits far off the street. Will be my first choice for future stays.
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Joseph D.

Very nice rental

Very well kept apartment with a prime Capitol Hill location. Our family of 4 had a good stay in D.C. and Brian was very helpful. Apartment comes with parking, a major plus. No complaints, but just a slight warning for families with very small kids as the stairs can be a bit tricky,
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Bernie c.

Wouldn't change a thing

Was going to stay in a hotel, but was lucky enough to find Brian's Carriage House in Capital Hill. Could not believe for the same price as a hotel I could get a home away from home only 1.5 blocks from the Supreme Court! Walking distance to all of DCs best. Brian was helpful in giving all the information I needed to make this stay perfect for my family and I and was exceptionally flexible with my fluid situation. It is a MUST STAY!
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Lewis S.

Best furnished rental on the Hill by far, perfect for entertaining

My wife and I used to stay in Hotel George for time on the Hill, since it's the closest hotel - but actually not that close, so instead we've now had the pleasure of staying in this "Capitol Hill Stay" property, sometimes on short notice. Fantastic place, location is unbeatable for any work on Capitol Hill (Supreme Court, Capitol, LoC, lobbyists). The owners are very attentive, responsive, & thoughtful - it's a real turnkey experience, everything prepped and ready each stay (I've always dreaded that in Airbnb or similar, where the owners don't do this for a living or take it seriously). Carriage House has the feeling of a sophisticated urban duplex, with an awesome kitchen, spacious new bathrooms, and a second bedroom I use as an office - perfect look & feel for entertaining as well. It's back off the street, quietly protected by a lovely gated courtyard (photo). Pet friendly = added bonus. Parking space at the back door = unbelievable bonus for Capitol Hill.

About the host

Hosted by Capitol Hill Stay Veteran Owned Small Business Since 1997

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We have been providing furnished housing on Capitol Hill thru our main business Capitol Hill Stay for 25 years. We are a veteran-owned small business. We have 24 places on Capitol Hill.

We do this full time. This is our only source of income.

We both traveled a great deal both in the military and in private business. Often it wasn't a great experience. So we decided when we started 20 years ago to try to provide the best lodging experience possible - pleasant, clean, professional, hassle-free, and in interesting, well-kept places.

We also pride ourselves on being open to all. We do not discriminate and we welcome all.

Why they chose this property

Stunning carriage house. Top location 3 blocks to Capitol. Charming Capitol Hill. Walk to National Mall, Union Station metro, restaurants.
Two story brick 1890s carriage house. Stand alone structure. Tons of character. Open loft bedroom. PARKING

What makes this property unique

PARKING. Privacy. Unique structure. Very quiet.

Languages:

English, Spanish