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Neighborhood Home near Capitol Hill Park Free, Walk to Metro
Park your car in a free off-street parking spot and walk or take the metro from this charming English basement with plenty of natural light. Stylishly simple, classic design is enhanced by exposed brickwork, and homey touches. Automatic booking is limited to 30 days, but feel free to contact us about booking a longer stay. Guests have their own private one bedroom with a full bath, living area and kitchenette. Free off street parking is available for small and medium sized cars. You will have complete privacy and use of the suite which is in our sunny basement. You will have your own entrance accessible by touchpad. We provide each reservation with a unique key code to unlock the door and control the alarm. We are available if you need us, but otherwise you probably won't see us. The home is in a residential neighborhood on the eastern side of Capitol Hill, a 30-minute walk from the Capitol and a short 10 minute walk to the metro, buses, bike share, and Zipcars. Buy food and flowers at the historic Eastern Market, or dine out at Barracks Row. You can reach the Capitol by foot (30 minutes) or Uber (under 10 minutes), but many visitors use the subway system, called the Metro. The Stadium Armory metro stop is about six blocks away (less than 10 minutes walk) and is on the blue/orange/silver line which takes you directly to the Capitol (Capitol South stop), Museums (Smithsonian stop) and the White House (Metro Centers stop). Of course the Metro will also take you to virtually any other location you hope to visit. There is also a bus stop one block away where you can catch the bus to the historic Union Station located right next to the U.S. Capitol. From Union Station you can walk to the Mall, get the metro, even take a train to your next Amtrak destination. Some guests use the "Circulator" bus which runs a loop around the Mall. You can buy a daily pass at Union Station to hop on and off the Circulator throughout the day. We we also have a bike share and zip car spot within a few blocks. Check-in is at 4, but we accommodate earlier check or luggage drop off whenever possible.

Capitol Hill-1BR basement apt-Free parking
Villa Nelly is a lovely, one-bedroom basement apartment on a quiet street in the heart of Capitol Hill. * No check out chores * Free (street) parking pass available. * Separate, guest-controlled heat and AC. * Completely separate and with a private entrance. Villa Nelly is a short walk from the U.S. Capitol, super trendy Union Market, Union Station, Eastern Market, and H Street. Guests will also enjoy easy access to public transportation, restaurants, bars, and shopping. **100% smoke free**

Spacious Apartment in Historic Townhouse
We are on Capitol Hill, a short walk to the US Capitol, Supreme Court, Library of Congress and the National Mall with its iconic memorials, Smithsonian Museums and National Gallery of Art. Half a block away is Eastern Market, an historic indoor food market open 6 days a week. On the weekends it expands with outdoor farm stands and vendors selling crafts and other goods. Within blocks are many restaurants, shops and the Metro. If you need parking, please ask us for a free permit. Thank you!

Capitol Cove - Renovated Apartment on the Hill
Beautifully remodeled modern apartment with brand new appliances and furniture, runs on clean energy, & a short walk to D.C.'s best attractions: The U.S. Capitol, Supreme Court, Union Station, National Mall & Smithsonian museums. You’ll love the historic walkable neighborhood and proximity to restaurants, cafes, parks, nightlife, Eastern Market and public transportation. This is a private basement apartment, I live in the home upstairs. Ideal for couples, solo adventurers & business travelers.

Blue House by the Zoo- Mt. Pleasant-AdMo-CoHi
Spacious, serene, comfortable, newly Renovated 1 BR/Studio in heart of NW. A perfect place to take in all that DC has to offer in beautiful Mt Pleasant next door to National Zoo/Rock Creek Park. Easy (8 mins) walking to Adams Morgan, Columbia Heights Metro, & multiple public transit options (metro,bike,bus) to get you anywhere else in the City in mins. Enjoy effortless parking, the best bars & restaurants in DC and a vibrant, safe neighborhood. *Certain Service Pets Allowed, please message

Capitol Hill's perfect location! Bright & clean!
Perfectly situated on one of Capitol Hill's best blocks! A quiet, historic neighborhood 3 short blocks from the Capitol Dome. One block from Capitol South Metro station. Walk to dozens of restaurants, taverns & shops--all within a charming 3 block walk. You'll love our bright & spacious "English basement" apartment. Almost everything new: the space was completely renovated in 2017-18. The perfect home base for a romantic weekend, business travel, or stress-free family adventure.

History Buffs & Foodies Welcome! Metro & Parking
Imagine being just a couple of blocks from the U.S. Capitol Building, the Metro, and a quick stroll to the National Mall-this is YOUR spot! This modern English basement apartment is on one of the best streets in Capitol Hill. Step outside your front door and enjoy local parks, restaurants, and shops all within walking distance. Fully equipped kitchen for meals at home and plenty of room to relax after a day of exploring the city, you'll feel right at home in this Capitol Hill gem.

Dog-Friendly Modern Apt Walk to Shaw-Howard Metro
Tree-lined streets, you'll pass through the front flower garden to enter the unit. Larger than most English basements in the neighborhood (8' ceilings) and plenty of light. The decor is simple, modern, and artistic with a focus on DC history and culture. Step outside and you'll be on Bloomingdale's most picturesque main thoroughfare, 1st Street NW, and only 2 short blocks from ten restaurants in the historic Shaw neighborhood. 16min stroll to Shaw-Howard Metro. Dog fee $75/stay

Walk to Capitol, Metro • Parking Included
Stay in the ground floor of our charming historic row house, on Capitol Hill in the Eastern Market neighborhood. Whether you’re here to explore our Capital city, cheer at a Nationals or Spirit game, or visit a loved one, this apartment has unmatched convenient location, close to the highway & metro, with parking included. Just a stone’s throw from the Capitol, a stroll to baseball & soccer stadiums, with off-street parking & an EV charger. Enjoy plush towels & lux linens.

DC Cozy. Kitchen, W/D: Walkable!
Most walkable + safe residential locations in DC: one block from the W.E. Convention Center, less than 10 10-minute walk to the Cap. Arena, and a 20-minute walk to the National Mall with its lovely Smithsonian Museums, White House, Chinatown, with some of the city's best dining and nightlife a stone's throw away. We have one queen bed and provide upto 2 rollaway, one airmattress, and one futon. Message us for custom requests and we’d love to discuss options.

Union Market Garden Apartment
Just 2.5 blocks to the NoMa Metro and Union Market, a short walk to Union Station, the Capitol and National Mall. The apartment is surrounded by restaurants, bars, cafes and shops all within a 5 minute walk. This studio apartment has a ground level walkout entrance and access to a shared roof deck, full private kitchen, laundry, queen bed and fold out couch, private entry/bathroom. A bifold door opens out to the back garden.

Upscale 1Bdrm Apt in Heart of DC
Welcome to our cozy and charming one bedroom, one bathroom apartment in the heart of downtown Washington, DC! You’ll feel right at home in this beautiful space with tons of natural light, 60” 4k TV, a king sized Nectar mattress, and a fully equipped kitchen. Located just steps away from the city's most iconic landmarks, restaurants, and nightlife, our apartment is the perfect home base for your DC adventure!
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Destinations to explore
- Nationals Park
- Georgetown University
- National Mall
- M&T Bank Stadium
- The White House
- District Wharf
- Oriole Park at Camden Yards
- National Museum of African American History and Culture
- Hampden
- Sandy Point State Park
- Stone Tower Winery
- Arlington National Cemetery
- Georgetown Waterfront Park
- National Harbor
- Washington Monument
- Caves Valley Golf Club
- Six Flags America
- Great Falls Park
- The Pentagon
- Smithsonian American Art Museum
- Lincoln Park
- Library of Congress
- Gambrill State Park
- Creighton Farms