I have very much enjoyed my stay here! I rented this apartment for three years for a number of reasons.
The location is unbelievable, especially if you are have work on or near the Hill, or want to do your sightseeing on the National Mall. If you walk out the front door of the building you are looking directly at the rear of the Supreme Court building. It is a few minutes walk to either the Capital South metro stop or Union Station. The Capitol, the National Mall, the Supreme Court, and the Library of Congress are just as near. Eastern Market and the wonderful restaurants of Barracks Row are about 7 or 8 blocks away - roughly a 15 minute walk.
This rental has been especially great for a young single woman like me - this building is in one of the safest, cleanest neighborhoods in the District. There is a Capitol Police guard station directly across the street and on the north and south corners of the block. I have never once felt unsafe walking alone late at night in this area.
The apartment has high ceilings and plenty of natural light from three large windows. It is nicely furnished with a large television, fast internet, a ceiling fan, and all major appliances, including a combined washer/dryer, fridge, dishwasher, and oven. The floors are hardwood with an area rug, and a tiled area in the kitchenette and in the bathroom. The water pressure is excellent and the taps can be turned to scalding hot if you like. There is ample storage space for a unit of this size - there are three closets, one dresser, and a TV stand/cabinet.
The building itself is quiet and the hallways stay clean. The other renters tend to be friendly. It is an older building to be sure, but it has been well taken care of and modernized. If you rent a room on the east side of the building your view will be of an alleyway, but you will hear virtually no noise from traffic and other noise pollution typical of the city - very quiet!
Most importantly, the owner is very responsive and accommodating. Any time there has been a maintenance issue it has been resolved either the same day, usually within a few hours, or the very next day. I have enjoyed...
Read moreMy family and I stayed in the 623 A Street NE location while running from Hurricane Florence. We wanted to make a mini-vacation out of the evacuation and desired to be within walking distance to the National Mall and all that it has to offer for tourism. We found this place and quickly requested a booking. The owner accommodated our last-minute request despite having his own extended family needing housing during the Hurricane.
We were beyond pleased with the quaint, clean, and perfectly appointed condo. The condo provided everything we needed; we just needed to buy groceries. The master bed has a ton of very comfy pillows. The shower has excellent pressure and plenty of hot water. The kitchen is updated with brand new appliances and a huge fridge. The courtyard is secure and provides a great place for kids to play, or to enjoy an evening cocktail. The Eastern Market (and associated Metro stop) is just a couple blocks away, so is Trader Joe's, coffee shops, bars, and restaurants. The neighborhood is safe and quiet. The building is quiet - we occasionally heard the upstairs condo occupant walking, but nothing that would distract or wake anyone. Parking is available upon request and our request was accommodated. Free DirecTV is available on the large flat screen. And there is a washer/dryer combo in the 1/2 bath.
The online pictures and description of this property are precisely accurate - we were very pleased that we were not disappointed when we walked in the door; it was exactly as portrayed online, perhaps even nicer than expected. We have stayed at other furnished vacation rentals and have been quite disappointed when we arrived. Moreover, the communication we received from the owner and his assistant were excellent - very prompt and personal.
My family and I are planning another DC mini-vaca in the future and I plan to book this...
Read moreLocation, Location, Location! The Capital Hill carriage house was the perfect spot for a weekend getaway with my partner. It is located just a short walk from Congress and the national mall, with a convenience store and a DC bikeshare just two blocks away. The actual house is an adorable converted carriage house that was well-stocked with extras like an AC, washer and dryer, dishwasher, and extra fans - which were much appreciated in the hot and humid weather. We accessed the home using a code, so it was great to not have to worry about taking a key with us. The Internet was fast and easy to use, and a welcome guide was placed at the entry welcoming us. Downstairs was a living room/kitchen combo with an adorable small backyard where we had our morning coffee. The kitchen had a microwave, toaster oven, coffee maker, and of course plenty of silverware and dishes for our use. The washer and dryer was right next to the kitchen and was great for cleaning up our clothes before we left. In the living room was a small, comfortable couch and smart TV. The TV had Netflix and Amazon prime, along with youtube TV, so we had plenty of entertainment options. There was also a small dining table next to the washer and dryer for us to use. Upstairs we were greeted with a clean, bright bathroom - with soap, shampoo, and toothpaste ready for our use. There was a large desk at the top of the stairs that was great for us to use as a Valet for our luggage, but it would also make a great laptop workstation. The bed was big and comfy, with USB charging ports and extra plugs on the night stands. We greatly appreciated this home, and would recommend it to any couple who want to visit the DC area - especially tourists wanting to see The National Mall, Whitehouse, or the Museums. We will 100% be reserving this property on...
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