Cottage by the Potomac River Alexandria, Virginia Vacation Rental by Owner Listing 242859

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Location: Alexandria, Virginia, USA (11 miles s of Washington, DC; 4.5 miles n of Mount Vernon)

Accommodations:  Cottage, 2 Bedrooms + Den, 1 Bath (Sleeps 4-6)

This unique home, known as "Granny's COTTAGE" , has been updated and modernized, retains WARMTH AND CHARM, and is ideal for someone seeking a short-term rental (1-6 months), or for a family coming to see the WASHINGTON, DC sites!

On an acre of lawn and gardens, the brick cottage has 2 cozy upstairs bedrooms and wide wood plank flooring. Downstairs is a modern kitchen, living room with flat screen TV, dining room, small den with pullout sofa, and bathroom. A favorite feature is Granny's screened in porch where one can enjoy breakfast while watching Virginia's beautiful birds.

The home is 4.5 miles north of Historic Mount Vernon, and 4.5 miles south of Old Town, Alexandria. Within walking distance of parks for hiking and biking; minutes from the Potomac River and the American Horticulture Society (George Washington's River Farm). There is easy access to Washington, DC: 11 miles ride by car or bike, or an easy commute by bus and/or metro. The expansive yard has plenty of room for outdoor games and cookouts.

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• Amenities
  • Air Conditioning
  • Washer
  • Dryer
  • Linens Provided
• Beds
  • Double Bed
  • Twin/Single Bed
  • Convertible Bed
• Entertainment
  • Cable/Satellite TV
  • DVD
  • CD Player
• Kitchen
  • Full Kitchen
  • Cooking Utensils Provided
  • Refrigerator
  • Dishwasher
  • Microwave
• Outdoor Features
  • Charcoal BBQ Grill
  • Deck/Patio
• Communications
  • Telephone
  • WiFi (Wireless Internet)
• Suitability
  • Kid Friendly
  • Smoking Not Allowed
• Activities (on site and nearby)
  • Golf
  • Tennis
  • Zoo/Wildlife Park
  • Shopping
  • Sightseeing
  • Restaurants
  • Kayaking
  • Sailing
  • Boating
  • Waterskiing
  • Windsurfing
  • Biking
  • Wildlife Viewing
  • Hiking
  • Fishing
  • Health/Beauty Spa
  • Antiquing
  • Cinemas/Movie Theaters
  • Live Theatre
  • Museums

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$150/night .. $800/week .. $3000/month
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Note: Until confirmed, rates are subject to change without notice.

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• 09/12/09
  Positive Rating
  Bill and Martine Vaca , Gastonia, NC
  • We stayed in this lovely cottage from September 7-12, 2009 to tour Washington, DC. As soon as we arrived, Lisa (owner)greeted us warmly and showed us around the cottage. This vrbo far exceeds the description and the photos don't do it justice. It was even NICER than the description! There were fresh flowers and candles everywhere. All the amenities were easily found, including full bottles of shampo and conditioner and a fresh bar of soap (none of those cheap samples taken from hotels!). The towels are plush, the bed, sheets and covers were heavenly and we slept very very well! We easily found the grocery store, drugstore and Metro station (Huntington). We'd leave our car there every day and take the Metro into town. Highly recommend this method of travel. Visited all the museums we wanted to see. One day rented bikes (highly recommended when touring the war memorials and Lincoln Memorial (no subway close). Go to Federal Triangle and rent from Bike the Sites (across the street from the Metro station). We went "home" every evening to a peaceful property. Then we'd get refreshed and go into Old Town Alexandria for dinner. Highly recommend the Chart House (pricey, by well worth it for the food, service and view). Also, La Madeleine on King Street for great french food (fast, quiet, delicious). Also, take the water taxi over to the Maryland side (Harbor/Gaylord Hotel/restaurants/shops) and stroll around. We came back just as the sun was setting over Old Town. Just strolling the old brick lined sidewalks with the refreshing evening breeze was a relaxing experience. Then "home" again to unlocked doors, open windows and the sound of gentle rain or crickets lulling us to sleep. This is by far the NICEST vrbo we've ever had the pleasure of discovering. HIGHLY recommend it to others. Great second honeymoon (or first!). It was neither for us, but, after 15 years together, it's always a "second honeymoon" when we can get away and find such a GEM of a place! Thanks, Lisa and Jim, for a wonderful stay. We wish you success, but not TOO much...we don't want to find you "booked up" next time we want to visit the area! Best wishes! Bill and Martine Vaca. Gastonia, NC
• 09/02/09
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  karen , Jamaica, NY
  • This is just a comment to let other prospective vacationers how wonderful my experience was dealing with this homeowner. I had planned to vacation here in August and unfortunately the day before my vacation a family member was injured and placed on bedrest and I was unable to make the trip. The owner was gracious enough to give me a full refund on such short notice. Lisa you're the greatest. I really appreciated that in these tough economic times. I look forward to doing business again with you in the near future.

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