C&O Canal Trust Lockhouse 10 — Hotel in McLean

We were married at Glen Echo Park this weekend. There aren’t many hotels around there, and I had always been intrigued by the lockhouses on my rides up and down the towpath. We decided to use Lockhouse 10 as our quarters for the weekend.

It was perfect. I’m not a camper, so I was glad that the house had a modern HVAC system. The AC was great while we got ready. The bath and kitchen had also been modernized. The C&O Canal Trust staff were incredibly responsive and clearly cared about our stay there—including restocking the firewood.

The only thing I would echo from the other reviews is that the beds are what they are. Trust the Trust—it is a very 1930s way of sleeping. We brought our own bedding to make it more comfortable. Not a huge deal. Also, it is pack-in, pack-out, so make more use of the dish ware and glasses they supply than disposable products. We came prepared for that.

I really loved staying here and can’t wait to do so again. It was quiet, secluded, peaceful, and beautiful, with the city just...

Stayed here as our wedding accommodations and it was really a genius idea. So much better than a hotel or air bnb option, and so much more memorable. We were able to host a bon fire. I took a hike on the toe path after waking up. You are right in the city but are in nature at the same time. It really added to our wedding weekend to have beautiful and unique accommodations. We took our first look pictures by the canal, and I will always remember this as part of our special day!

Also, the shower is really nice and the water pressure is better than what I have at home. The hot water runs out after like 8-10 minutes but its not so bad! HVAC is also great. We got married on a hot day and we were actually cold while getting ready.

Only areas for improvement: bed mattresses are not the best, BYO mattress topper to be more comfortable. Proper trash cans in the home to make clean up easier.

We will definitely be back. Special shout out to the Canal Staff and Arden who was so...

This was an absolutely wonderful experience!!! All the comforts without the hustle and bustle of everyday life. Location was very easy to get to and had the walking trail right outside the front door. We enjoyed watching the planes taking off from the nearby airport and was surprised by the low level of noise from the outside as we relaxed inside. The beds are a little outdated but with some clever brainstorming, they became manageable. It was very clean upon arrival. The kitchen was stocked with what you would need to cook wonderful meals all weekend and the firepit is even set up for outdoor cooking. The parking is on site with plenty of yard for relaxing. If you're looking for a place to getaway and decompress or to stay somewhere other than a hotel, this will not...