Vibrant Mock-Tudor-Style Home in Upper Georgetown
- Minimum stay:2-3 nights
- Internet:Yes
- Pets allowed:No
- Wheel chair accessible:No
Our house abuts Glover Park and is built in a neighborhood where sidewalks are shaded by Ginkgo trees and gardens are finely tended to. You will be able to watch the flow of our healthy community while sitting on our porch swing, greeting neighbors who pass by. Inside the house, we have a custom-built bookcase with a large collection of classic and contemporary literature, as well as a synced media system that can play YouTube videos, music and Netflix easily from your iPhone, or with our remote. Our kitchen has remained a modern staple complimenting the vibrant-classic feel of the living room and dining room. The outdoor patio is recently rebuilt and is a tranquil place to kick back with a good Patterson or Foer novel and eat some fresh-grilled delights. Upstairs we have one main bathroom with a tub; a guest room with a double bed, a guest room with a queen-size bed; and a master bedroom with another queen-size bed, boudoir, and side bathroom with shower.
Moving from our house and walking east on Calvert Street will bring you to Wisconsin Avenue, a vein that leads to the bustling commerce hub of Georgetown. At the intersection of Wisconsin and Calvert you will see the Zagat-applauded, Cali-Mex restaurant, Surfside (my favorite) where afterward, you can melt a milkshake at 'Max's Best' homemade ice cream where you might see the Veep eating a cone as his mansion is across the street and beyond the softball field. Enjoy a Sunday date at the 'social' Safeway and walk across the Avenue to look at the wares of the weekly bazaar. Moving south, you can take a tour of the splendid university campus or historic mansions and play tennis on public courts. Further down Wisconsin, you will find boutique clothing shops, antique bookstores and high-end shopping that embody the heart of Georgetown. As the day wanes into night, you could enjoy the view from the waterfront and walk alongside an impressive surviving relic of the American canal-building era, the C&O Canal.
During twilight, the intersection of Wisconsin and M populates with a mixed palette of personas whose evenings may begin at one of the classy tapas restaurants and end at one of the various bars and nightclubs that concentrate at the corner of Wisconsin and M Street and continue dotting north to reach the late-night establishments surrounding Wisconsin and Calvert. These include: Bread Soda - where you can play shuffleboard and eat a nice cheese platter with your drinks; Town Hall for a talented barkeep's taste on a good ol' fashioned; or the young professional nightclub, the Mason Inn, where you can dance and easily walk home from.
A quick cab or bus ride will take you to metro stations at Dupont Circle or Foggy Bottom, where you can access most landmarks in the city easily and reach any of the Smithsonian Museums, National Mall memorials, or the Capitol complex.
Property Type
- Townhome
Accommodation Type
- Vacation Rental
Meals
- Guests Provide Their Own Meals
Suitability
- Alternative Lifestyle
- Non Smoking Only
- Children Welcome
Bedrooms: 3 Bedrooms, Sleeps 7, Beds for 6-7
Kitchen & Dining
- Refrigerator
- Microwave
- Cooking Utensils
- Kitchen
- Ice Maker
- Dishwasher
Amenities
- Washing Machine
- Babysitter
- Air Conditioning
- Linens Provided
Other Amenities
Entertainment
- DVD Player
- CD Player
- Stereo
Communications
- Wireless Internet
Outdoor Features
- Outdoor Grill
Location & View
- Car Not Necessary
Activities
- Massage Therapist
- Laundromat
- Kayaking
- Medical Services
- Hospital
- ATM/Bank
- Boating
- Groceries
- Fitness Center
- Golf
- Tennis
- Sound/Bay Fishing
- Sailing
- Roller Blading
- Cycling
- Basketball Court
- Ice Skating
- Hiking
- Walking
- Live Theater
- Library
- Playground
- Museums
- Cinemas
- Arboretum
- Health/Beauty Spa
- Churches
- Botanical Garden
- Shuffleboard
- Shopping
- Sight Seeing
- Outlet Shopping
- Recreation Center
- Synagogues
- Restaurants
- Marina
- Zoo
Other Activities
Reviews
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Doesn't Get Better Than This!
Doesn't Get Better Than This!
- Guest Tom T.
- Date of stay 05/21/13
- Review Submitted 06/07/13
My family and I stayed in this Georgetown townhouse for 4 nights. We were there purely as tourists. To start, the house was 100% true to the description. The photos in the description capture the true nature of the property. For the things you might not gather from the photos, the house was sparkling clean, with all the amenities required for a comfortable stay. All of the six people (ages 10-85) in my party agreed that the house was above and beyond what we could have imagined. The neighborhood around the house is exceedingly quiet and the neighbors were mostly young families and working professionals. It is a very safe area, and we were at all times very comfortable walking the neighborhood and enjoying the front patio. For seeing the sights in DC, the house is well located. You have convenient access to all forms of public transit within walking distance.Did you find this review helpful? Yes | No Helpful votes: 0/0
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Georgetown Graduation
Georgetown Graduation
- Guest CB
- Date of stay 05/16/13
- Review Submitted 05/22/13
We stayed in this lovely property to attend graduation at Georgetown--much more convenient and more reasonable than a hotel since we had a family group (4). It was a 5-minute drive from campus, walkable to shops & restaurants. The house was clean, roomy and comfortable, and we loved the eclectic mix of antiques and modern furnishings and the fabulous art on the walls. The owner was very accommodating with our schedule and responsive to any questions, but not at all intrusive. Appreciated the wide array of electronics available as well. We would not hesitate to stay her again or to recommend this property to others.Recommended for: Age 55+, romantic getaway, families with teenagers, girls getaway, sightseeing.
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Travelling Teachers
Travelling Teachers
- Guest Pamela M.
- Date of stay 05/13/13
- Review Submitted 05/18/13
Our group of 5 retired teachers thoroughly enjoyed our stay at this wonderful townhouse. The listing description is very accurate regarding the location, description of the house and its amenities. The house is extremely well maintained and was very clean. The owner was available every time we had questions or concerns. Sebastian was extremely helpful in making recommendations for restaurants, activities and attractions. I would definitely recommend this home!Recommended for: Families with teenagers, girls getaway, tourists without a car, sightseeing.
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All the good reviews about this house are true!
All the good reviews about this house are true!
- Guest Anonymous
- Date of stay 05/05/13
- Review Submitted 05/15/13
I would recommend this property to anyone visiting Washington DC. It is the perfect place to put your feet up at the end of a day exploring the museums and Capitol and of course, the Library of Congress. It has all the amenities of home, and a great kitchen, but if you want to eat out there are places right around the corner, too. It is convenient to public transportation and very safe. The owner has done a great job of decorating, and maintaining the house. I give it a hearty 5 stars.Recommended for: Families with young children, age 55+, romantic getaway, families with teenagers, girls getaway, tourists without a car, sightseeing.
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First DC Experience
First DC Experience
- Guest A-train
- Date of stay 05/02/12
- Review Submitted 05/02/13
I visited Washington DC with my wife last year for the Cherry Blossom Festival. We greatly enjoyed our visit and the owner was more than accommodating. The home is located in a beautiful, quiet part of the city yet is a walk away from dining and entertainment. The owner was always available for recommendations and would check in to make sure we had everything we needed. Our trip was better then we could ever of imagined. We will be back very soon!Recommended for: Families with young children, romantic getaway, girls getaway, adventure seekers, tourists without a car, sightseeing.
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Perfect Girls' Weekend, Wish We Could Have Stayed Longer!
Perfect Girls' Weekend, Wish We Could Have Stayed Longer!
- Guest Hilory W.
- Date of stay 04/05/13
- Review Submitted 05/02/13
Sebastian ensured our stay was wonderful -- and everything about this rental was stellar, from his friendly response to my initial email, to his making sure we had what we needed, to his detailed instructions for everything we might want for in the house, to the gorgeous furnishings and spotless surroundings, to the friendly follow-up... I can't say enough. My two college friends and each of our daughters (mine's a GW freshman) stayed here for only two nights, sadly... wish it were more! It's a lovely home on a pretty street, just steps away from the bus stop, convenient to G-town and DC. My daughter has a few more years in school so I hope to return and experience the warmer weather on the porch swing and back deck :D . Thanks again, Sebastian, for taking such great care of us.Recommended for: Romantic getaway, families with teenagers, girls getaway, tourists without a car, sightseeing.
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Fabulous Stay and Service
Fabulous Stay and Service
- Guest Julie
- Date of stay 03/22/13
- Review Submitted 04/11/13
I went up to DC for a weekend with my girlfriends, and we were all extremely impressed and happy with our accommodations. The pictures and description accurately describe the property, which is situated in a quiet neighborhood with plenty of street parking. The home was charming and comfortable, and the kitchen was fully stocked with all the tools and appliances you could need. The owner was so helpful in offering to provide any tourist information/recommendations about the DC area and was very prompt in responding to all inquiries before and during our stay. As a bonus, he left a bottle of wine and chocolates for our crew to enjoy upon arrival, which we all know is a perfect welcome for upper twentysomethings on a girls trip.Recommended for: Families with young children, age 55+, pet owners, romantic getaway, families with teenagers, girls getaway, adventure seekers, tourists without a car, sightseeing.
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Holiday Treat
Holiday Treat
- Guest Anne
- Date of stay 12/26/12
- Review Submitted 01/05/13
We enjoyed our trip to the D.C. area mostly because of "the-home-away-from-home" feeling provided by this very down to earth home. Immaculate and comfortable are words that come to mind. The owner is very accommodating. Good location for any activity. Highly recommended.Recommended for: Families with teenagers, girls getaway, sightseeing.
Owner response: Anne, I really enjoyed our discussion and laughing with you and Shabina when you came in. I ended up getting new air mattresses, though I was very impressed with Shabina's skill with the air pump (hah)! Your prescription was just the trick to help me get a good night sleep that busy week. I hope you had the happiest new year at our home and I am thankful to have you all as new friends.
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Cozy, quaint, and spacious home in great location
Cozy, quaint, and spacious home in great location
- Guest Sharolyn
- Date of stay 10/20/12
- Review Submitted 12/04/12
We stayed in Sebastian's quaint row-home for 5 weeks and enjoyed every aspect of our stay. The street and neighborhood are beautiful and ideal for strolls with the kids or with your partner even in cooler weather. It was perfect for us as it was a calm residential neighborhood which was set further back from the bustle of Wisconsin Avenue but close enough to it to profit from all its amenities (grocery stores, restaurants, bank ATM machines, pharmacy, buses, etc) without a car. There were also 2 great parks for my 3 year old within walking distances!!! A HUGE plus. The house is nicely appointed, technologically sophisticated (game consoles, DVD, Apple TV, etc), and well equipped for most short term travelers needs (iron, toiletries, linens and sheets, lotions, hand soap all furnished). We cooked on a lot of evenings, and while you won't find all the utensils you have back at home, you can manage very reasonably with what is there. Sebastian, the owner, was FANTASTIC. He was always checking in on us to ensure all was ok and ran errands for us when needed as we did not have a car. He even bought a waffle iron prior to our stay when he learned we are voracious waffle eaters! He is very kind, generous, understanding, and resourceful and we were happy to get to know him during our stay. We would not hesitate to recommend this residence to all travelers and to stay again and probably will the next time we are in DC!Recommended for: Families with young children, age 55+, romantic getaway, families with teenagers, tourists without a car, sightseeing.
Owner response: Sharolyn, I can't wait to see the the daffodils you and Johannes planted sprout in our front yard! As promised, I will send pictures. I immensely enjoyed your stay. It was fun giving you guys a tour of the Capitol and even more fun getting to know you and your family. I have been taking more of a look at that book on George Custer as your father gave me such an intriguing synopsis. It is a pleasure to know that people are enjoying the library and home. I look forward to getting in touch with you the next time I come out to Zurich!
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New Jersey
New Jersey
- Guest Tim
- Date of stay 10/12/12
- Review Submitted 10/23/12
The house was extremely clean. Everything was great and just like the picturesRecommended for: Families with young children, families with teenagers, tourists without a car, sightseeing.
Owner response: I hope you'll come back to stay sometime, Tim! Thank you so much for the great review and for leaving the house in prime condition.
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Rates
| Dates | Nightly | Wknd Night | Weekend | Weekly | Monthly * | Event |
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| Base Rate 3 night min stay |
$350 | $2310 | $6000 | |||
| Inauguration Jan 15 - Jan 22 2 night min stay |
$500 | $3150 | ||||
| Winter in the City! Jan 23 - Mar 1 2 night min stay |
$325 | $2100 | $4760 | |||
| Cherry Blossom Festival Mar 20 - Apr 13 2 night min stay |
$450 | $2800 | ||||
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Discounts: 14 nights or more $350 nightly |
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Fees:
- Taxes Not included
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Location
- Nearest Airport: Ronald Reagan International (20 minutes) at 8 Miles
- Nearest Ferry: Georgetown Waterfront (7 min drive, 30 min walk) at 2 Miles
- Nearest Train: Union Station (20 minutes drive or public transit) at 5 Miles
- Nearest Motorway: Highway 66 (10 minute drive) at 1.3 Miles
- Nearest Beach: Annapolis (52 minute drive) at 31.7 Miles
- Nearest Barpub: Surfside (10 minute walk) at 0.4 Miles
- Nearest Ski: Whitetail Ski Resort (1 hour 51) minutes at 84 Miles
- Nearest Golf: Washington Golf and Country Club (10 minute drive) at 2.6 Miles
- Nearest Restaurant: Surfside (10 minute walk) at 0.4 Miles
Owner info
Year Purchased: 1983
About the owner: I am a Washingtonian who was born and raised in this house before moving to Colorado. From Colorado, I went to high school in Maine, then college at Roger Williams University in Rhode Island. I finally returned home after college looking for and beginning a career and seem to have found my way in the office of a Congressman from New York. I love this home and all of the memories it has provided both for me and the guests who have stayed within its walls. My prerogative is to share the good feelings fostered within this house with travelers who need a comfortable base when exploring this city.
Why the Owner Chose Georgetown:
This home has provided happiness for family, friends and tenants for the past 34 years. It has become more beautiful after remodeling the kitchen, installing bookshelves, and rebuilding the upstairs, while I have played my part in crafting a new deck and maintaining the property for the past three years.
The Unique Benefits at this Townhome:
I don't know how else to say it: the house has great chi. Neighbors have stopped by just to peek at our overarching dogwood tree and front yard. The lighting is what really does it though. This house has a feel for the dynamics of light and how it makes a room appear lively, especially in the living room and kitchen. Seamlessly moving from sophisticated to modern to comfortable, this house puts together different ambiances to form one unique experience.
Contact us
- Primary: + 303 726 6725
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Photos
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Your colorful front porch!
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The Gencko tree-shaded street of 39th Place!
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Fully rebuilt deck - check out those squiggle rails!
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Your main Bathroom!
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The classy living room!
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The comfortable dining room!
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Your master bedroom!
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Master bedroom boudoir!
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Your Second Bedroom!
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Interior of your kitchen!
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The Dogwood tree shading your front yard!
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View from your porch swing!
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Your backyard Garden!
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Your modern kitchen!
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Your custom-built bookcase!
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Well lit!
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A view of the boudoir!
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Master bedroom bathroom!
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Your guest bedroom!
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