Reviews for Alexandria Vacation Rental - VRBO 241006 - 5 BR Northern Virginia House in VA, Beautiful House in Mount Vernon

The Right Fit

Guest Diane
Date of stay 05/05/13
Review Submitted 05/14/13

Our group of nine; four adults and five young people ages 14-19, found this house to be just the right fit. Everyone had their own spot and there was little problem with interfering with one another. The grandparents, in their 80's, had the upstairs suite which allowed them to be away from the late night noise downstairs. The home has top of the line everything! It is in a quiet neighborhood, is nicely decorated, and has a private backyard. The best grocery store was Food Shoppers' Warehouse about 10 minutes away on US1 north of Mount Vernon Hwy. The local Wal-Mart was small and had a very limited grocery section. There is a larger one further north. Huntington station is the closest Metro rail. It's about 15 min. north. Plan about an hour total from the time you leave the house to the time you arrive in DC. We would definitely recommend this home to family and friends.

Recommended for: Adventure seekers, age 55+, families with teenagers, families with young children, girls getaway, sightseeing.

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Perfect for Our Family

Guest Zach & Karrie
Date of stay 04/02/13
Review Submitted 04/11/13

This place was perfect for our family vacation with six adults and three children. When I first inquired about the house, I was a little confused about the number of rooms and beds. It has five bedrooms, four upstairs and one downstairs next to the living room. There are two king beds and two queen beds upstairs with two bathrooms. The upstairs master has an attached bathroom and the other three bedrooms share the hall bath. There are five steps down into the living room, and the final bedroom is situated next to the living room. It has a king size bed. That bedroom has a bathroom a few steps away. Also downstairs and next to the bathroom is the laundry room. The washer and dryer are very nice, so we were able to do our clothes while we were there. The place had everything that we needed in the kitchen and bathrooms. There are plenty of extra pillows, blankets, and towels. There is a computer and printer in the living room area, and it came in handy several times. The dining room table had enough chairs to fit all nine of us at once, which was nice. There was also a table in the kitchen that we used as a buffet setup area for preparing meals. There are also a few bar stools in the kitchen (for seating), as well. The only complaint (which wasn't a huge problem) was a lack of seating for a big family in the living room. There weren't any recliners, and after a long day of sight seeing, we definitely wanted to kick back and relax. Also, this home is in a residential neighborhood. My previous VRBO stays were not situated as closely to neighbors. While we could hear the neighbors if we were outside, once we were in the house, we couldn't hear anything that was going on outside. There pictures don't really show that. There was a closet of toys for the kids, and there was a swing set in the backyard for them, as well. We had no problems, and we will definitely return with our family if we vacation again in the DC area.

Recommended for: Adventure seekers, age 55+, families with teenagers, families with young children, sightseeing.

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Spacious and comfortable house

Guest Amy H.
Date of stay 03/20/13
Review Submitted 04/01/13

Our family thoroughly enjoyed our stay. The home was exactly as depicted in the photographs - very clean, nicely furnished and well-maintained. If you are traveling with children, you will be happy to know that there was even a closet with lots of toys and books. In addition, there was a pack & play, a baby gate and a high chair. Carlos greeted us upon our arrival and made sure everything was to our satisfaction. We only had one minor problem (a toilet that would not flush) but he repaired it immediately. The location was very convenient to a huge variety of restaurants, shopping and groceries. It was a short drive to the Huntington Metro Station, and less than 2 miles to Mount Vernon. We would definitely recommend this property and would stay again if we have the opportunity.

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Vacation Rental

Guest Cynthia
Date of stay 12/30/12
Review Submitted 01/09/13

This was an awesome place. So lovely and so much attention to detail. The kitchen is so complete with everything a cook and baker could need. Everything incredibly spacious, especially the kitchen. I would die for a kitchen like this! We were there in the winter but the backyard was quite inviting anyway. A swing set/play place for children that they will love. Carlos was very sweet and said hello the first day to make sure all was well. No negatives to this place.

Recommended for: Adventure seekers, people with disabilities, age 55+, families with teenagers, families with young children, girls getaway, romantic getaway, sightseeing.

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Perfect holiday home.

Guest Maggie M.
Date of stay 12/16/12
Review Submitted 01/23/13

Living in England,it was our dream to spend a Christmas in the U.SA and this year our dream came true. The house is perfect for families,so well laid out and plenty of space so we never felt on top of each other. Before we arrived we wondered if we would have to buy any decorations but we walked in to a beautiful,tastefully decorated house with a lovely big tree in the lounge. The kitchen is fantastic,every gadget,utensil you would need,I cooked a lot and had all I needed. We had our two year old grandson with us and anything extra we needed Carlos was kind enough to provide. Our family loved the house and the outside space was a bonus. The location was just right,easy for shopping,Mount Vernon and the metro into DC. Carlos was a perfect host,even bringing us round wine and cookies on Christmas Eve. We would certainly stay here again as finding anywhere else as perfect would be impossible. The house was so clean and all the beds were very comfortable. Thank you Carlos for making our first American Christmas SO special,hopefully it won't be our last!!

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Home away from home

Guest missjeanie
Date of stay 12/04/12
Review Submitted 12/12/12

This home is even better than pictured in the listing; very clean and convenient and so comfortable to return to after a long day of sightseeing. Carlos was so helpful and accommodating. Our favorite areas were Old Town Alexandria and Fort McHenry. This is our 4th VRBO this year and we will most definitely return again when visiting the DC area.

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Perfect Place To Stay!

Guest Sandy B.
Date of stay 10/23/12
Review Submitted 11/06/12

We had a fantastic family reunion in the Washington D.C. area - largely because of this beautiful home! We were going to rent 3 hotel rooms to accommodate everyone, but found this home and rented it instead. What a great choice. We cooked breakfast together in the mornings and sat around the table drinking wine and talking until late at night. There was plenty of space for everyone and this house has everything - washer & dryer, big beautiful kitchen, lovely patio area with a gas grill, a computer and printer, etc. etc. If we return to this area, this is definitely the place we will stay. Thank you Carlos for making this a wonderful vacation!

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EXCELLENT PLUS

Guest Peggy
Date of stay 09/16/12
Review Submitted 09/22/12

I have used VRBO over 15 times and tho rarely disappointed I have never been more pleased. This home exceeded any expections from the photos and description. Carlos went out of his way to meet our needs. I have already recommended it to several people. We found taking the Metro into DC and using a tour bus such as the HOP ON AND OFF or the Trolley was the way to go.

Recommended for: Age 55+, families with teenagers, families with young children, girls getaway, sightseeing.

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Clean and Comfortable

Guest eg
Date of stay 09/10/12
Review Submitted 09/17/12

Wonderful location for a "girls" getaway. The house is spacious, well furnished, clean and comfortable. The kitchen is large and well stocked. Mt. Vernon is just a mile or so away and we had an easy drive to the Metro for our days spent in DC. Carlos was very hospitable and offered assistance if we were in need of it. We would certainly stay in this home if we visit the area again.

Recommended for: Age 55+, families with teenagers, families with young children, girls getaway, sightseeing.

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Great house in a good location!

Guest Lidia C.
Date of stay 08/18/12
Review Submitted 08/23/12

I would highly recommend this house! It was absolutely adorable inside and all the rooms were great size with big beds, and very clean. The kitchen was amazing, with the latest appliances and absolutely any cooking utensil you would need. The location of the house is really convenient in a quiet neighborhood. It is about a 10 minute drive/4 miles from the closest Huntington metro station where there is free ramp parking. Carlos was also very responsive and easy to work with. My team and I were there for a convention held at the Gaylord National and it was an easy 15 minute drive. Would DEFINITELY stay at this house again if we come back for the convention or DC in general. Thank you!!

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Beautiful and clean house

Guest Elaine Y.
Date of stay 08/13/12
Review Submitted 08/20/12

We stayed in this beautiful house for a few days during the summer. The house is very clean, and has every thing that we need for our stay. The location is in a quiet neighborhood, only a few minutes drive to Walmart and other stores and restaurants.

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Perfect location for DC sightseeing!

Guest Lisa M.
Date of stay 07/27/12
Review Submitted 08/15/12

We rented the house for nine nights. There were five of us in total. My husband (42) and me (45) and our 10 year old daughter. My parents, who are both 69 joined us halfway through vacation and stayed for four nights. The house is very spacious, clean, comfortable, and the perfect place to come “home” to after a long day of sightseeing. My husband and I stayed in the upstairs master bedroom. I usually don’t sleep well in hotels and new places, but the bed was SO comfortable that I slept really well every night – better than I sleep at home! I wanted to take the mattress home with me! The kitchen is very large, fully stocked and well laid out. We loved having the BBQ grill. We used it every night! The house is conveniently located just a few minutes away from all the shopping centers and restaurants located on Richmond Highway. It is about a 20 minute drive to Huntington Station, but get there early as all the parking spaces were taken by 8 a.m. Since we are early risers this wasn’t a problem for us. We were out of the house by 6:30 and on the Metro to DC by 7 a.m. The house is also just a couple of miles from Mt. Vernon, where we spent our final day. Carlos was easy to work with and returned our security deposit promptly. We would definitely stay here again and wouldn’t hesitate to recommend this house! We hope to go back to see all the sights we didn’t have time for this trip.

Recommended for: Adventure seekers, age 55+, families with teenagers, families with young children, girls getaway, sightseeing.

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Very Nice!

Guest Frisco Family
Date of stay 07/21/12
Review Submitted 08/04/12

This property was everything it was advertised and more. We loved the house especially the kitchen and family room. The beds were comfortable. We cooked one night and wish that we had time to cook more often. The house is well maintained and very clean. The kitchen was well stocked. There is plenty of room for a large group which is sometimes not the case in other houses we have stayed at. The owner is very easy to deal with and helpful with suggestions on how to get to places. The drive to DC is not too far but I would recommend staying off Richmond Hwy unless you like stop lights. A nice alternative drive to DC is to head over to Mt. Vernon and use the George Washington Memorial Hwy to drive into DC. It is a very nice drive along the Potomac for most of the drive and although it might take a few minutes longer, I found it to be a very relaxing drive. What really makes this house work is the close proximity to Mt. Vernon and the easy access to Arlington National Cemetary and other DC locations. We did not have a lot of time to spend in Alexandria due to our long list of places to see in DC, but we did have dinner one night at a place call Red Rocks Pizza. It was very nice, the service was excellent and food was top notch. We would definitely stay here again and we look forward to our next trip to the DC area.

Recommended for: Families with teenagers, families with young children, sightseeing.

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Mount Vernon Rental Home

Guest Rocky S.
Date of stay 06/23/12
Review Submitted 07/21/12

The week was wonderful and the home was clean, comfortable, relaxing, and charming. The location was just minutes from George Washington's home in Mount Vernon, and access to DC proper was convenient. We enjoyed the ambiance along with all of the amenities. Carlos was a very gracious and accommodating host who was always willing to make our stay an excellent one. The six of us who stayed the week could not have been happier with the overall package. We would definitely stay here again. Thank you Carlos for allowing us to enjoy Washington DC for a week in June....we brought back great memories with us. Rocky and Carolyn Stone and family.

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Unbelievable

Guest Tom R.
Date of stay 06/16/12
Review Submitted 07/17/12

Everything we could have possibly wanted was in the house. There was plenty of room to relax after long days of touring. If anybody is looking for a luxurious place to stay for a very reasonable rate, this is definitely the place!

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Excellent house to stay at in DC area

Guest 6fromames
Date of stay 06/10/12
Review Submitted 07/31/12

We had a great time on vacation and staying at this house. It is very spacious and well-furnished in every room! I wouldn't hesitate to stay here again.

Recommended for: Adventure seekers, families with teenagers, families with young children, tourists without a car, sightseeing.

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Wonderful Home

Guest Deborah T.
Date of stay 05/23/12
Review Submitted 06/11/12

We were in the Washington DC area for 2 reasons. One to sightsee and then on the weekend for my son's wedding. This is a wonderful home and has everything you could want. I came home wishing I had the fridge and a few of the other appliances. :) The metro stop is not far from this home if you would like to sightsee in Washington DC. Also Mt. Vernon is about 2 miles down the road the other direction. We were able to have my son's rehearsal dinner (catered by Olive Garden) at the house and we were able to accommodate about 27 people that evening. We would gladly stay here again. Carlos was very kind and was even going to loan us his car if we needed it! We drove from OH so it was not needed. Thank you Carlos for letting us stay in your home!!

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Great Spring Break

Guest FamilyOf3
Date of stay 04/11/12
Review Submitted 04/15/12

This house is a lovely home. Spacious and fully stocked. Our 3 families stayed there comfortably as we visited Baltimore's Inner Harbor, Mount Vernon and Washington DC! Convenient to all by Metro! The owner lives next door and is kind and hospitable. Thank you for a wonderful stay! Would definitely recommend this and gladly visit again!

Recommended for: People with disabilities, age 55+, families with teenagers, families with young children, girls getaway, sightseeing.

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Excellent choice for Washington DC

Guest Sabrin M.
Date of stay 03/17/12
Review Submitted 03/29/12

This home was an excellent choice for our family during a recent stay. Very easy to get to Mount Vernon and all Washington DC places of interest. The house is very clean and well equipped for any family. We were very comfortable and would chose this home again when we return.

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awesome house for families

Guest world traveler
Date of stay 02/23/12
Review Submitted 03/10/12

This house exceeded our expectations. The kitchen has everything you need and more, and is actually a fun, spacious area to cook. Cleaning up was easy--It was simple to cook and serve the children right in the kitchen, or you can use the larger dining room for a bigger crowd. The swing set out back is new, nice, safe, and perfect for many ages. Quick drive to shopping areas, and easy to get to nature, parks, playgrounds, the library, etc. We would definitely rent this house again--it is like an oasis with plenty of space to spread out and enjoy each other. Thank you, Carlos, for your hospitality--you run it like a bed and breakfast, and we appreciate your relaxed manner and professionalism. Darcy

Recommended for: Age 55+, families with teenagers, families with young children, girls getaway, sightseeing.

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The BEST

Guest C Kevin & Betty C.
Date of stay 12/23/11
Review Submitted 01/05/12

One of the very best places we've ever stayed! We are parents and grandparents to 4 children and 12 grandchildren. We spent our Christmas vacation in Alexandria (where our son, daughter-in-law and grandchildren live) & Mt. Vernon, VA. We are from South Dakota. Eight of us stayed at this vacation home, the rest of the family stayed elsewhere. We spent Christmas morning, many evening meals and time together at the house. Carlos and his wife, provided a fresh Christmas tree for our week's stay. The kitchen was fully equipped--modern appliances (double oven), one set of daily wear plates, one set of China, plates and silverware for children, high chair, pots/pans and even a large pancake griddle. The bedrooms had comfortable and beautiful bedding, bathrooms were very nice. The living room is large and cozy with a fireplace and large screen tv. I really appreciated the high efficiency washer and dryer, along with a clothes drying rack and laundry baskets. The back yard was great for grandchildren because it was fenced in and had a large play set. Nothing has been overlooked for amenities. It was so nice to come "home" after a day of site seeing--so much better than going to a hotel. Most of all, we appreciated the kindness shown by Carlos and his wife. Kindness in all the things mentioned and coming to the house to help us with anything we needed. We thank you so much, Carlos and wife, for making our vacation so memorable because of your graciousness and attention. God bless both of you.

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great house

Guest Julie
Date of stay 10/29/11
Review Submitted 11/10/11

Great house, easy to get to metro (less than 10 minutes away by car) then to anything you want to see/do in DC. We went for the Marine Corps marathon and enjoyed the weekend thoroughly. Great house to spread out and be comfortable. Kids also went trick or treating in the neighborhood on Halloween! Not many kids out but lots of nice neighbors handing out candy...definitely would stay again if we ever go back to DC!

Recommended for: Age 55+, families with teenagers, families with young children, girls getaway, sightseeing.

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Great place to stay

Guest John-Henry L.
Date of stay 10/22/11
Review Submitted 12/02/11

We had a delightful stay during our week at Carlos's Mt Vernon home. The house was spacious and provided us with an excellent base from which to visit central DC attractions and visit with friends, some of whom came and to stay with us at the house for a few days. Our young girls (3 and 6) particularly enjoyed the playhouse that could be found in the garden and spent several afternoons out there playing. The kitchen was well equipped and had all the things to cater for your normal day to day needs. We spent much time there whilst in the house and it felt as a natural gathering point. In general all rooms met the description and the pictures that were included in the ad. Carlos was very helpful in answering our questions around what services were available before we arrived. In our view, the house is suitable for many different types of guests but in particular for larger families, parties that travel together and families with children. We hope to be able to return in the future when we visit the DC area again at some stage. Thank you for a great stay. The Liepe family (visiting from London)

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We really enjoyed your house

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We really enjoyed your house

Guest Carie Cole
Date of stay 10/18/11
Review Submitted 11/16/11

We really enjoyed your house. Originally I thought we were going to have 11 ladies but ended up with 6. It was great for only 2 had to share a room, and the rest had their own rooms. The kitchen was wonderfully large. The water faucet was an enigma which we didn't get use to. The dish drawer is in an awkward place right in front of the cooking service which the cooked blocked. The location is great, near the Metro, Old Town Alexandria, and Mt. Vernon. We found the house very comfortable and well equipped. I would definitely consider renting it again and would highly recommend it. I couldn't get to review page, so I am making my comments here.

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A Great Home - Kid Friendly

Guest Sharon J.
Date of stay 09/21/11
Review Submitted 10/10/11

My extended family all flew into DC for a long weekend. We had six adults and three kids under three and the home fit us and our needs wonderfully. It is a large home so there was plenty of room for the kids to run. There are steps though, so if you have crawlers or new walkers it may be a little more stressful. The home is on a very quiet street with a beautiful back yard with a great playground. The kitchen had absolutely everything we needed and more to make breakfast and dinner every day. The home was extremely clean which made it even easier to feel at home and relax. The location was great too! It was only a 45 minute (at the most) drive into the city each day. We drove in and parked our car in a parking garage, which is about $20 a day, very close to the mall. There are tons of great restaurants nearby as well as grocery stores and shopping. If we were taking a DC vacation again we would definately pick this home again.

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Family Vaction

Guest Curtis Nielsen
Date of stay 08/06/11
Review Submitted 08/22/11

This home provided a perfect location for my wife, four daughters and three son-laws as a base from which to expore Washington D.C, Mount Vernon, Gettysburg and surrounding areas. This home had plenty of space for the nine of us. The home is in excellent condition with all things in good working order. The owner Carlos, was available throught our trip to answer our questions about the home and surrounding areas. My family is very active and a trail system from the home to Mt. Vernon and the Potomic River was just what we needed to keep up our exercise regime. This home was so much better than staying in a hotel room. We enjoyed preparing meals in the large, very funtional kitchen. This also saved us a lot of money because we didn't have to purchase all our meals at a resturant. It also provided a perfect opportunty to gather in the evening to discuss the adventures of the day and to plan for the next day. The location was also very convienent for accessing the DC Metro System which we used to travel the the Mall area.

Recommended for: Families with teenagers, families with young children, girls getaway, sightseeing.

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You are not renting a house - you are renting a home.

Guest KarenC630
Date of stay 07/30/11
Review Submitted 08/07/11

First the house has location, location, location. Close to the Metro, shopping, restuarants, Mt. Vernon and situated in a nice quiet neighborhood. Second, Carlos has gone above and beyond with furnishing the house. The kitchen, which is wonderful, spacious and well equipped - makes a great setting for meals. It was the gathering place for us while we stayed at the house. The bedrooms are spacious, bathrooms immaculate and the family room and dining room are huge. The backyard has a large table with a canopy. The house had everything. There wasn't one thing that we needed that wasn't there. Thank you Carlos for providing us a Home away from home. Pat, Karen, Nick, Mike and Connor. July 30 - August 6, 2011

Recommended for: Adventure seekers, age 55+, families with teenagers, families with young children, sightseeing.

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This house was perfect for our family.

Guest Kathy G.
Date of stay 07/23/11
Review Submitted 08/02/11

We spent a week in this wonderful home on our first visit to Washington, D.C. in many years. Since we have a family of 9, it was important to me to find just the right property to accommodate all of us. The home has all the modern convenience and everything one would need. We made breakfast each morning, packed picnic lunches for the afternoon, and used the bbq in the evening. There was enough room for the children to eat in the kitchen and the adults in the dining room for some much needed down time after walking all day. We were all sad to leave. Carlos was a great host and we appreciated the fact he would check periodically to see if we needed anything. We took the meto one day but the other days we drove as the cost was approximately $75.00 for all of us. We found free parking downtown close to the Title Basin. Worked great since we were able to leave our lunch in the car and walt back for a picnic. I would highly recommend this property. It was wonderful!

Recommended for: Age 55+, families with young children.

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Clean and Spacious...

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Clean and Spacious...

Guest Mary
Date of stay 06/04/11
Review Submitted 07/21/11

This house has all queen and king size beds, comfortable mattresses, adequate towels and linens. Very clean house! The kitchen is large, also a large dining room. We were a family of 7 adults and 2 kids. I had hoped to stay downtown DC, but bedrooms and bathrooms were always inadequate in downtown DC....here, even with renting a car (which you will need to get to the Metro station) this house didn't cost us more and we had great space! Metro into the city was enjoyed by all the members of our group. It was a good experience for my grandkids as public transportation is not common in our area. Mt Vernon is literally 2 miles away, we enjoyed the day there, came home and returned for a nice dinner at the Mt Vernon Inn. My big fear was that it would be a hassle to access downtown DC, and that was NOT the case at all! Carlos lives very near, and was always responsive to my emails prior to arriving. He got an extra hair dryer for us before we came, and my deposit was returned very promptly. Nice washer and dryer, drying racks for clothes...I even saw a nice high chair if you had a baby in tow.

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Family Reunion

Guest Memaw Pea
Date of stay 04/13/11
Review Submitted 05/02/11

We were two grandparents, a daughter, son-in-law and two children who stayed at this property for a week in April. We had a wonderful time. It had everything promised and was supplied with everything a person could want. The house was newly renovated and spotlessly clean. During our time there we had a family reunion luncheon with 19 family members--there was plenty of room for everyone. The owner lives next door and was available whenever we needed him. We saw several museums during our stay and also Mt. Vernon which was only about 2 miles away. Restaurants, shopping and grocery stores were ample and close by. There is a possibility that we may return to this area in a few years; if so, we would certainly rent this property again.

Recommended for: Families with teenagers, families with young children, girls getaway, sightseeing.

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Wonderful mini vacation...

Guest Lynn
Date of stay 04/09/11
Review Submitted 04/25/11

My husband and I were joined by four of our good friends for a wonderful long weekend. The house was perfect. It is even better than the pictures show. We found everything we needed and it was very clean. We were only minutes from the Metro and we all spent two full days in Washington DC. Everything was in bloom. We hope to come back again for another visit and would definitely stay here. Thank you Carlos for a wonderful mini vacation.

Recommended for: Age 55+, girls getaway.

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AWESOME

Guest Joe
Date of stay 03/27/11
Review Submitted 04/08/11

This house is everything and more. We took a family vacation (6 people) and had a wonderful time. Being able to cook and relax after being in town was great. Carlos was great, everything was provided at the house and kitchen. Can not speak highly enough of this rental. Look forward to coming back in a couple of years.

Recommended for: Adventure seekers, people with disabilities, families with teenagers, families with young children, girls getaway, tourists without a car, romantic getaway, sightseeing.

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STAY HERE

Guest vacationers
Date of stay 03/19/11
Review Submitted 04/08/11

the house was very beautiful and clean. we really enjoyed staying here and would recommend it to anybody. we had 4 kids with us and it was great to not be stuck in a hotel room. it is in a great location. carlos is a very nice host and is very helpful he even took time out of his schedule and picked us up from the airport. it has an awsome kitchen and its nice to not have to eat our 3 meals a day. this is definitely worth the money. thank you carlos for your hospitality. lisa harris and family hesperia california

Recommended for: Adventure seekers, age 55+, families with teenagers, families with young children, girls getaway, sightseeing.

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Great house just down the road from Mount Vernon!

Guest MarkandMary
Date of stay 03/12/11
Review Submitted 04/09/11

Wonderful location, close to DC and Mount Vernon in historic Alexandria VA. Clean, comfortable, with the owner living right next door for friendly help. Highly recommended-A+++

Recommended for: Age 55+, families with teenagers, families with young children, sightseeing.

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Extended Stay Vacation

Guest Jimmy & Jennifer
Date of stay 12/05/10
Review Submitted 03/27/11

We stayed at this lovely home for nearly five weeks, December 2010-January 2011. For much of the time, it was just the two of us. Our son and his family joined us over the holidays and in total we had four adults and four children in the house and we never felt crowded. The home is actually much larger in person than the photos show – the rooms are well designed and there is an abundance of storage space. The home is built on three levels. There are hardwood floors throughout with plenty of windows for natural light. The yard is very nice and there are so many varieties of birds – which we enjoyed feeding. At night, stargazers will be delighted as there are no bright lights obstructing the view. Carlos was very helpful and nice to us and even though he lives in the connecting property – we didn’t really know he was there as the home is very soundproof. The neighborhood is quiet, which is wonderful if you’re like us, and love peace and quiet! The home is very close to Mount Vernon and the drive is quite nice and relaxing. Washington, DC is close as well, and Carlos can give you directions for the scenic route to and from. The furnace went out during a very cold spell and Carlos had a repair man onsite within the hour. The furnace was up and running in no time. We live in Scotland (American lady – married to a Scottish man) and because we were there for so long – we purchased quite a few things to use in the home, but were unable to take back with us. We feel by leaving these things behind, we’ve sort of put our touch onto a home we felt belonged to us when we were there. May all the people who visit this home in the future have as comfortable stay as we did! Best wishes –

Recommended for: People with disabilities, age 55+, families with teenagers, families with young children, girls getaway, romantic getaway, sightseeing.

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Extended Stay Vacation

Guest Jimmy & Jennifer
Date of stay 12/05/10
Review Submitted 03/27/11

We stayed at this lovely home for nearly five weeks, December 2010-January 2011. For much of the time, it was just the two of us. Our son and his family joined us over the holidays and in total we had four adults and four children in the house and we never felt crowded. The home is actually much larger in person than the photos show – the rooms are well designed and there is an abundance of storage space. The home is built on three levels. There are hardwood floors throughout with plenty of windows for natural light. The yard is very nice and there are so many varieties of birds – which we enjoyed feeding. At night, stargazers will be delighted as there are no bright lights obstructing the view. Carlos was very helpful and nice to us and even though he lives in the connecting property – we didn’t really know he was there as the home is very soundproof. The neighborhood is quiet, which is wonderful if you’re like us, and love peace and quiet! The home is very close to Mount Vernon and the drive is quite nice and relaxing. Washington, DC is close as well, and Carlos can give you directions for the scenic route to and from. The furnace went out during a very cold spell and Carlos had a repair man onsite within the hour. The furnace was up and running in no time. We live in Scotland (American lady – married to a Scottish man) and because we were there for so long – we purchased quite a few things to use in the home, but were unable to take back with us. We feel by leaving these things behind, we’ve sort of put our touch onto a home we felt belonged to us when we were there. May all the people who visit this home in the future have as comfortable stay as we did! Best wishes –

Recommended for: People with disabilities, age 55+, families with teenagers, families with young children, romantic getaway, sightseeing.

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Very nice house

Guest Jerry
Date of stay 10/28/10
Review Submitted 12/17/10

Our visit was for four days. There were four families spanning three generations. We were in town to participate in the Marine Corp Marathon. Our only knowledge of the house was the VRBO information about the house. We didn't know what to expect. The house and the amenities exceeded our expectations. It was quiet and comfortable and spacious. The neighborhood is nice. Carlos was a gracious host. It was so nice for all of us to be together in the house. There was plenty of room for the grandkids to play. The back yard is nice. I daily enjoyed my morning coffee on the brick patio just off the dining room. The kitchen and dinning room was a great place for us to enjoy our traditional pre-race dinner. There is a Metro station within a few miles of the house which made travel to D.C. very convenient. There are a lot of restaurants nearby. We enjoyed Mount Vernon the day after the race. I highly recommend this house.

Recommended for: Adventure seekers, age 55+, families with teenagers, families with young children, sightseeing.

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Great House

Guest Maureen
Date of stay 10/06/10
Review Submitted 10/12/10

Stayed in the house october 6-9 2010. What a wonderful place to relax after attending my father in laws burial at Arlington National Cemetery. Plenty of room for us and 6b daugthers. The house is a mile from Mt. Vernon and 12 miles into DC. Carlos is a fantastic host for this property and i would go there to stay again for a pleasure trip. There isn't anything that this house doesn't have! Thanks for making our stay so comforable. Maureen Orlando FL

Recommended for: Adventure seekers, families with teenagers, families with young children, girls getaway, sightseeing.

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beautiful house...wonderful host!

Guest littlebit
Date of stay 08/30/10
Review Submitted 09/17/10

We just stayed here for a week, and could not have asked for more. Carlos was personable and helpful in every situation and house is even nicer than it appears in photos.... GREAT DEAL!!!

Recommended for: Age 55+, families with teenagers, families with young children, girls getaway, sightseeing.

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Vacation for 12

Guest LeFebre
Date of stay 08/03/10
Review Submitted 09/14/10

Our family and my husband's brother family stayed at the house in August. The house met all of our expectations. My sister-in-law and I absolutely adored the kitchen and were so thankful to be able to cook dinner together and feed all 8 kids at once. The house was very clean, cool and comfortable. The location was great- took us about 15 minutes to get to the mall, but one of our favorites was Mt. Vernon-only a couple of miles away! I would definately recommend this house to anyone traveling to the DC area!

Recommended for: Adventure seekers, families with teenagers, families with young children, sightseeing.

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Met our every need!

Guest Dodie
Date of stay 07/17/10
Review Submitted 09/08/10

I rented this house and took my parents, son, sister and nieces for a week long vacation to DC. The house was perfect for the seven of us, a large, open kitchen and a huge dining room table for us all to be able to eat together was wonderful. It was very close to metro stations and provided a nice place to come "home" to at the end of a very tiring sightseeing day in DC. The house was very clean and well maintained. I would highly recommend this house and if I am ever returning would rent it again. P.S. Love the kitchen..it had everything we needed (or wanted) to be able to make dinner for everyone in the evenings.

Recommended for: Families with teenagers, families with young children, sightseeing.

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Great Vacation Rental

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Great Vacation Rental

Guest Velda McClanahan
Date of stay 06/12/10
Review Submitted 08/02/10

Great Vacation Rental, June 30, 2010 This was the best house we had ever rented for vacation! The pictures does not do it justice. House was very large and everything is up to date.The only complaint was that there was not a hammock in the back yard.I'm sure if we had mentioned that to Carlos,he would have found one for us.LOL Carlos was very nice and helped with anything we needed help with.If we make it back to DC or VA we will certainly stay there. Quiet street and a great place to relax.

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Spacious House--Incredible Bargain

Guest Lundey
Date of stay 04/22/10
Review Submitted 04/29/10

Our three generations were in the DC area for a family wedding, and we found the perfect place to stay. The five bedrooms and three bathrooms accommodated all of our needs. We especially appreciated the huge, beautiful kitchen and dining room table that seated 10 comfortably. The house was immaculate, and Carlos was extremely gracious, helpful with advice and very concerned about our satisfaction. The home is near Mount Vernon and Frank Lloyd Wright's Pope-Leighey House, both of which we enjoyed. You do need a car to drive to the metro station, but you can park in the metro garage for $4.50 a day and easily take the metro into DC. I would definitely recommend this property to a friend or relative, especially someone with a large group. You just can't beat the price for what you get.

Recommended for: Age 55+, families with teenagers, families with young children, girls getaway, sightseeing.

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Our Visit

Guest JKarl
Date of stay 04/17/10
Review Submitted 06/08/10

We stayed at this property over April school break 2010 and had a fantastic time. Nice quiet neighborhood, access to all modern conveniences including shopping, restaurants and supermarkets. 10 Minutes to Mt Vernon and 15 minutes to Alexandria Metro station. The house was immaculate and updated with beautiful bathrooms, kitchen, comfortable family room and comfortable beds. The yard was nice and includes a patio and gas grill. The listing was accurate and photos correctly show the property. The owners were helpful and professional. We hope to stay here again in the coming years and have recommended this to friends and relatives.

Recommended for: Adventure seekers, families with teenagers, families with young children, sightseeing.

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Great house for large family.

Guest 4950
Date of stay 03/19/10
Review Submitted 03/23/10

Our family of 10 plus babies loved the place..very clean and was a nice setup. We did the DC museum stuff and it was a great location and a quiet neighborhood. Plenty of parking. Owner was easy to work with.

Recommended for: Age 55+, families with teenagers, families with young children, girls getaway, sightseeing.

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Guest Arlene
Date of stay 03/03/10
Review Submitted 05/14/10

Coming from all over the US, our family needed a place to stay. We chose this rental but were skeptical because you can't always tell from pictures. It was an absolutely beautiful place and we had a sad but great visit. There is plenty of room, a fabulous kitchen and is highly furnished even shampoo and soap. Carlos is a very gracious host and offers to help you in anyway he can. This is a very convenient but quiet location to the capitol, Arlington and many other points of interests. Old Towne has lots to see and great places to eat. You won't be sorry you selected this rental.

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Smithsonian vacation

Guest ichilll403
Date of stay 12/20/09
Review Submitted 01/09/10

We were very pleased with the condition and cleanliness of the home. Carlos was also very kind and easy to talk to. He even helped us out with our arrival date when the terrible snow storm arrived. Thank you so much for working with us.

Recommended for: Adventure seekers, families with young children.

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Great Place to Stay!

Guest Cat and Will
Date of stay 10/23/09
Review Submitted 11/03/09

We ran in the Marine Corps Marathon and were looking for a place for our families to relax after and before the race. This was the PERFECT place. The location` was great and close to the metro. We were completely impressed with the cleanliness of the home and the number of rooms was more than enough. This was the perfect home for us.

Recommended for: Adventure seekers, age 55+, families with teenagers, families with young children, girls getaway, sightseeing.

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Perfect for us

Guest Karen M.
Date of stay 10/13/09
Review Submitted 10/24/09

This rental was perfect for us - extremely clean, comfortable, well-equipped and close to where we needed to be for our daughter's wedding. It was so much easier to be in a home rather than in 5 hotel rooms, especially with small children. Access to Route 1 and 95, shopping and traveling, is so easy. Old Town and Mount Vernon just minutes away. Carlos is an excellent host. Would we do it again? Absolutely!

Recommended for: Families with young children

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Wisconsin Five

Guest Wisconsin Five
Date of stay 09/30/09
Review Submitted 10/13/09

Lovely home. Clean and spacious. Great location. We rented a car at Ronald Reagan airport and then left the car at the Huntington metro station each day we went into DC (parking at the metro station is very affordable). Very convenient to have breakfast at the house and then stop for take-out for supper. Carlos is a wonderful host. We highly recommend this home. Thank you, Carlos!!!!!

Recommended for: Adventure seekers, age 55+, families with teenagers, families with young children, girls getaway, pet owners, sightseeing.

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The Right Fit

The Right Fit

Perfect for Our Family

Perfect for Our Family

Spacious and comfortable house

Spacious and comfortable house

Vacation Rental

Vacation Rental

Perfect holiday home.

Perfect holiday home.

Home away from home

Home away from home

Perfect Place To Stay!

Perfect Place To Stay!

EXCELLENT PLUS

EXCELLENT PLUS

Clean and Comfortable

Clean and Comfortable

Great house in a good location!

Great house in a good location!

Beautiful and clean house

Beautiful and clean house

Perfect location for DC sightseeing!

Perfect location for DC sightseeing!

Very Nice!

Very Nice!

Mount Vernon Rental Home

Mount Vernon Rental Home

Unbelievable

Unbelievable

Excellent house to stay at in DC area

Excellent house to stay at in DC area

Wonderful Home

Wonderful Home

Great Spring Break

Great Spring Break

Excellent choice for Washington DC

Excellent choice for Washington DC

awesome house for families

awesome house for families

The BEST

The BEST

great house

great house

Great place to stay

Great place to stay

We really enjoyed your house

We really enjoyed your house

A Great Home - Kid Friendly

A Great Home - Kid Friendly

Family Vaction

Family Vaction

You are not renting a house - you are renting a home.

You are not renting a house - you are renting a home.

This house was perfect for our family.

This house was perfect for our family.

Clean and Spacious...

Clean and Spacious...

Family Reunion

Family Reunion

Wonderful mini vacation...

Wonderful mini vacation...

AWESOME

AWESOME

STAY HERE

STAY HERE

Great house just down the road from Mount Vernon!

Great house just down the road from Mount Vernon!

Extended Stay Vacation

Extended Stay Vacation

Extended Stay Vacation

Extended Stay Vacation

Very nice house

Very nice house

Great House

Great House

beautiful house...wonderful host!