Such a nice place and so close to everything!

Guest: Christy D (Santee, CA)
Date of Stay: 02/15/10 Review Submitted: 02/23/10

The street was quiet, the neighbors friendly, and the house was gorgeous! It was spacious and would be good for a family. Only a few blocks from a train stop...I went a whole week without a car! I could walk to the grocery store (whole foods) and to lots of shops. I am female and was staying alone but I felt very safe in this house. The back yard was nice, too and I would love to come back when it's not winter so I can sit out there. The owner, Juli, is wonderful and really helpful. I would definitely stay here again as it really felt like home.

Recommended for:Romantic getaway, tourists without a car, sightseeing, pet owners, girls getaway, age 55+, families with young children.

Home away from Home

Guest: ~KIM (NJ)
Date of Stay: 12/30/11 Review Submitted: 01/13/12

Stayed at this charming house for New Years weekend with another couple. We had a great time. The house is a home and we felt very relaxed. We sat by the wood burning stove and were also able to sit outside in teh back yard since the weather was nice. The backyard is very relaxing and private. The other couple has a pug and she enjoyed herself also! It is in walking distance to Whole Foods, shops, restuarants, pubs, and a marina. We had a wonderful weekend. Juli was great to deal with and very helpful.

Recommended for:Tourists without a car, sightseeing, pet owners, adventure seekers, girls getaway, age 55+.

Lovely home in a great neighborhood.

Guest: Peter (Ponte Vedra Beach, FL)
Date of Stay: 11/05/11 Review Submitted: 11/17/11

This comfortable, well maintained home is located on a lovely, leafy, quiet street. It's a short walk to the King Street metro and both the Old Town and Del Ray neighborhoods are close at hand. We followed Juli's restaurant recommendations and are glad that we did. We will definitely be regular guests in the future. Our stay was an absolute pleasure!

Recommended for:Tourists without a car, sightseeing, pet owners, age 55+, families with young children.

Classy, Cozy & Convenient!!!

Guest: Laura Heard (Smithfield, Virginia)
Date of Stay: 09/23/11 Review Submitted: 10/04/11

This was our second time staying with Juli, whom has become like a close friend! She is so hospitable and concerned that her guest are comfortable and have everything they need. It is such a delight to deal with Juli on a personal level rather than a customer service rep at a local Hotel chain. Juli's home is a precious craftman style bungalow decorated urban/mission style. We love the comfort and uncluttered feel the home offers. It is located in a safe and quiet neighborhood, close to the Metro and Old Town. Great neighborhood for walking especially if you bring along Fido. After a busy day, it is a pleasure to come back "home" and relax with friends over wine and cheese in her quaint garden! When ever we come to the DC area, this is the place we will always stay! Thanks, Juli!

Recommended for:Romantic getaway, tourists without a car, sightseeing, pet owners, girls getaway, age 55+, families with young children, families with teenagers.

Why Would You Ever Stay in a Hotel?

Guest: Go Blue (MI)
Date of Stay: 09/03/11 Review Submitted: 09/12/11

We are a family with two toddlers. We are done with hotels. This house was perfect for us. A crib and a high chair were provided. Clean, clean, clean home. My husband was really impressed with how well the kitchen was stocked. We packed light and washed clothes every few days. Plenty of space for a family. For the nature lovers, the backyard is an oasis. Its large enough for two toddlers to release some energy. There was a great park less than three blocks away w sandbox, swings and bike trail. We walked to metro with the kids daily (ten minutes). We would rent this house again, if every in the DC area.

Recommended for:Tourists without a car, sightseeing, pet owners, girls getaway, age 55+, families with young children, families with teenagers.

Charming Home in a Dog Friendly Neighborhood!

Guest: Leslie E. (Sebastian, Florida)
Date of Stay: 07/13/11 Review Submitted: 09/05/11

My husband, our two dogs, and I stayed with Juli for four days this July, 2011. The house is beautifully comfortable and in an awesome area. Everyday we walked our dogs through the neighborhood. The neighbors in the area are great. Some even put out bowls of water and biscuits for those passing by. Very dog friendly! The house is just a short walk from the Metro which we took everyday into DC. Every evening, we walked downtown Alexandria for dinner and a beer. If you are staying on Saturday, walk to the Alexandria Farmers' Market. It's a good energetic walk, but worth the fresh food and flowers. Several of the vendors have fresh baked goods which is a tasty reward! Juli is a great and accomodating host. Will always try to stay here when in the area.

Owner response:I had the wonderful opportunity to meet this charming couple and their two dogs, also charming, in the garden when I needed to drop by the house. I seldom get the chance to meet, much less spend a bit of time with, the fantastic people who rent my little bungalow. I am always so appreciative when they take the time to write such a nice review.

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Relaxing, Peaceful and Perfect!

Guest: Bob H. (London,England)
Date of Stay: 08/02/11 Review Submitted: 08/06/11

When we were researching a place to stay while we spent a few days in Washington DC, we were keen to stay in a spacious, quiet property, in a safe neighbourhood, but still convenient for the City and other amenities such as shops and restaurants. We found it in Juli,s bungalow. Our party of three had plenty of space, but this property could easily handle the 5/6 capacity advertised ( not all properties can). This like other features are exactly as described.the cottage is well equipped, with everything you might need for a few days stay, or a much longer rental. Travelling in the heat of summer meant we did need good air conditioning, and this was available here, with some lovely cooling fans to also help out.The great bonus was a lovely backyard where we were pleased to retreat after a footsore day seeing the sights of DC. This was a tranquil oasis, with the calm only broken by the sound of the odd squirrel in the trees. We enjoyed staying in a neighbourhood a little out of town, but we were only a few minutes walk to the Metro and we could be in the City easily within half an hour or sooner. We had also chosen Juli's property because it was close to Old Town Alexandria. in a few minutes we could be in this lovely historical area, with it's many boutique shops and restaurants. We weren't using a rental car, so proximity to facilitates, transport, shopping etc is important. Providing you don' mind a short walk this place is perfect.A convenience store is on your doorstep and the newest restaurants a pleasant stroll away.And as for the owner herself, we found Juli to be helpful and considerate at all times.We had the usual queries about our rental, and all questions were handled promptly. When we arrived we also had a few further questions and Juli was on hand to help. We did not actually meet, but if you like your privacy with an owner who is available but not intrusive then this is a good combination. The key question for us in any rental is does the owner want you to have a great time and are they proud of their property? In our opinion the answer here is an emphatic yes! Of course, older properties don't suit everyone, but if you like your accommodation to be full of character and charm, then this is for you. For our family it was a lovely way to begin our American vacation.We would not hesitate to recommend.

Recommended for:Romantic getaway, tourists without a car, sightseeing, age 55+, families with young children.

Beautiful Home, Beautiful Neighborhood

Guest: Kimberley (Rome, Ga)
Date of Stay: 07/17/11 Review Submitted: 07/26/11

My family and I just returned from 7 wonderfully amazing nights in Juli's Alexandria home. The walk to the Metro was quick, and we felt very comfortable walking in the neighborhood with our young children. The home is full of character and charm, and Juli goes above and beyond to make sure her guests have all they need! We felt right at home. Our children are already planning a return visit to D.C., and when we do make it back, we will certainly be staying at this wonderful home again.

Recommended for:Romantic getaway, tourists without a car, sightseeing, pet owners, adventure seekers, girls getaway, age 55+, families with young children, families with teenagers.

Coming Home

Guest: Old Hand (Roswell, GA)
Date of Stay: 06/30/11 Review Submitted: 07/08/11

It was so great to be in the heart of Alexandria particularly in light of our short stay. The house was charming - we particularly appreciated the art work on the walls and the library. We had little time to enjoy the house as we were on the go, but we managed to enjoy the patio for drinks with friends before going out to one of Alexandia's many wonderful restaurants each evening. It is a great spot in a great town!.

Recommended for:Tourists without a car, sightseeing, pet owners, age 55+, families with young children.

Vaca Rental w/ Bonus Realtor Skills!

Guest: Donna R. (Chicago, IL, USA)
Date of Stay: 06/20/11 Review Submitted: 06/28/11

Our family of 5 (in addition to the dogs) enjoyed our 5 day stay at Juli's Alexandria bungalow. We immediately felt right at home in her cozy, clean and adorable home. Full of orginal art and loads of books, it a was a delight to poke around the rooms and enjoy both. Located conveniently near the Metro, local stores and other attractions on a friendly, tree-lined street where we felt safe at any hour, all furnishings were clean and comfortable, kitchen well equipped for any culinary endevour, TV with cable, DVD player and stereo for in-home entertainment (after a long day of exploring!) and a relaxing back yard setting to refresh and regroup. I can't thank Juli enough for accomodating our dogs (who are well behaved and trustworthy or they wouldn't have come with us!). I am also forever indebted to Juli for helping us with the reason for our visit to NoVa; house hunting for our impending move to the area. We were so lucky to find out (completely by accident) that in addition to renting vacation homes, Juli is also a realtor very familiar with the areas we were considering and graciously offered to help us with our search. She showed us many properties in the short time we had to look, putting up with the stir crazy kids while maintaining a cool demeanor. She even drove us to the door of Best Buy so we could purchase a GPS to help us keep track of where we were! My family has utilized the HomeAway website for quite a few trips, but we have NEVER felt better taken care of by the homes owner!!! I would not hesitate to recommend this VRBO to friends or family as I am certain they would enjoy their stay as much as we did!! Thanks, Juli! We hope to see you again soon!

Recommended for:Romantic getaway, tourists without a car, sightseeing, pet owners, girls getaway, age 55+, families with young children, families with teenagers.