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Exemplary Home in Historic Old Town, walking distance to King Street!

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Reviews

7.8 out of 10
Good

Highlights

  • Private garden
    A rare find — relax in the peaceful, private garden space.
  • Centrally-located
    You're never far from where you need to be with this convenient location.
  • Discover nearby landmarks
    Walk to Market Square
4 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 8

Popular amenities

  • Internet access
  • Air-conditioning
  • Kitchen
  • Pet-friendly
  • Refrigerator
  • Onsite parking available

Explore the area

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Alexandria, VA
  • Place, Alexandria Black History Museum
    ‪2 min walk‬
  • Place, Market Square
    ‪11 min walk‬
  • Place, George Washington Masonic National Memorial
    ‪19 min walk‬
  • Airport, Washington, DC (IAD-Washington Dulles Intl.)
    ‪57 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

4 bedrooms (sleeps 8)

1

1 Queen Bed

2

1 Queen Bed

3

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 4

1 Queen Bed

2 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Soap · Towels provided · Bathtub or shower · Bathtub · Toilet · Shampoo · Hair dryer

Bathroom 2

Soap · Towels provided · Bathtub or shower · Toilet · Shampoo · Hair dryer

Spaces

Kitchen
Garden
Dining area

About this property

Exemplary Home in Historic Old Town, walking distance to King Street!

Must see! Beautifully furnished and remodeled 4 bedrooms (includes an awesome private basement suite!!l.)This contemporary home in Old Town, Alexandria. Sleeps 8!!! Private back yard patio, walking distance to two metros, Amtrak train, restaurants, night life, shopping and walking/bike path along the Potomac River. Minutes to airport and DC. Gorgeous hardwood floors. Very walkable community to restaurants, shops, bars, minutes to Ronald Reagan Airport, 5 minute walk to King Street. Washer/Dryer.
A true find!

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House Rules

Check in after 3:00 PM
Check out before 11:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
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Events

No events allowed
NO parties are permitted.
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Pets

Pets allowed: dogs and cats (limit 2 total)
Pets - $25 per pet, per stay.
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Important information

You need to know

Property # 4643310
Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Note from host: NO parties are permitted.
Host has indicated that there are no carbon monoxide detectors or gas appliances on the property
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a deadlock

About the area

Alexandria

Old Town West, a neighbourhood in Alexandria, is home to this holiday home. National Museum of African American History and Culture and Smithsonian Institution are cultural highlights, and some of the area's notable landmarks include Washington Monument and Arlington National Cemetery. National Air and Space Museum and National Museum of Natural History are not to be missed.
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Alexandria, VA

What's nearby

  • Alexandria Black History Museum - 2 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Boyhood Home of Robert E. Lee - 5 min walk - 0.4 km
  • Market Square - 11 min walk - 0.9 km
  • Torpedo Factory Art Center - 14 min walk - 1.2 km
  • George Washington Masonic National Memorial - 19 min walk - 1.6 km

Getting around

  • Braddock Rd Station - 9 min walk
  • Alexandria Station - 10 min drive
  • Ronald Reagan National Airport (DCA) - 14 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬9 min walk
  • ‪Hypergoat - ‬11 min walk
  • ‪Royal Restaurant - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Continues Arcade - ‬12 min walk
  • ‪Lost Dog Cafe - ‬6 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is Exemplary Home in Historic Old Town, walking distance to King Street! pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows cats and dogs (limit 2 total).

How much is parking at Exemplary Home in Historic Old Town, walking distance to King Street!?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Exemplary Home in Historic Old Town, walking distance to King Street!?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Exemplary Home in Historic Old Town, walking distance to King Street!?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Exemplary Home in Historic Old Town, walking distance to King Street! located?

Located in Old Town West, this holiday home is within 1 mile (2 km) of Market Square, George Washington Masonic National Memorial and Potomac River. Birchmere and Potomac River Waterfront Park are also within 3 miles (5 km). Braddock Rd Station is 9 minutes by foot and King Street Station is 20 minutes.

Reviews

7.8

Good

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 9 out of 21 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 5 out of 21 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 3 out of 21 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 3 out of 21 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 21 reviews

8.4/10

Cleanliness

9.6/10

Check-in

8.4/10

Communication

10/10

Location

8.8/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kim G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Clean and great location.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2026
Verified

8/10 Good

Kevin T.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
House itself was great! Our only complaint was there were a couple items not stocked well. We could only find one hand towel and one washcloth. There were also very few glasses and cups in the kitchen. House was clean, well organized, and was in a fantastic location to walk to restaurants and shops on King Street. We also loved the 10 minute or less walk to the Braddock Road Metro Station.
Stayed 6 nights in May 2026
Verified

6/10 Okay

Debbie T.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location
The house was clean but lacked some kitchen essentials like coffee mugs and plates. Also the frying pans need to be replaced as teflon was coming off of them. The house had 2 mugs and there were 4 adults so coffee in the morning was tricky unless you went to the Chewish Deli which was right around the corner. Close to King Street area. Trader Joe’s was 2 blocks away which was nice. It served the purpose for the weekend.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Nancy G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The house was adorable and very comfortable. We loved the location! We were able to walk to so many places and the busses and trolley were free to hop on and off.
Stayed 6 nights in Oct 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 19 Dec, 2025
Thank you for your patronage Nancy!!
Verified

8/10 Good

Heather W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great location, lots of different hang out areas Well stocked kitchen.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Beth W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Extremely prompt response when the toaster broke - a new one arrived within a few hours!We love the location - the Chewish Bagel Bakery is right behind this home!!!! Thus the importance of a toaster :)
Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Scott L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great location for a quick walk to Old Town Alex The Metro stop is a few blocks away as well. Bonus - there is a Trader Joe’s grocery store two blocks away. The home is well kept with the host accessible. Definitely a property worth staying when your travels take you to DC or Old Town!
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 7 Nov, 2025
Thank you for your patronage Scott! Come back anytime!!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Megan P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Good location

Easily walkable to fun places
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

J K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great price in a great location

We stayed here for two weeks and had a great experience. The house was clean, the furnishings were all we needed for a family with small kids, and the location was super convenient.
Stayed 15 nights in Aug 2024
Verified

8/10 Good

Charlie I.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The location is spectacular! Easy walk to many spots in Alexandria and easy to get to the metro as to avoid DC parking/uber fees. The listing says it can sleep 8-10, but do note the top floor beds arent big enough to go double adults. Otherwise, it was exactly what my friends and I were looking for. The owner is good at communication before and during the stay, and check in was a breeze. Would definitely go back!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025
Verified

6/10 Okay

Lillian D.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Spectacular location and the house was good enough for what it was booked for: a place to rest and get ready. Walking distance to everything you need, Chewish around the corner and Trader Joe’s 2 blocks away; 10-minute walk to King Street. Quiet residential neighborhood, close proximity to highway to DC, where we spent most of our time. Street parking but never a problem finding a space.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025
Verified

6/10 Okay

Shannon S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, location, listing accuracy
It's a great location. We didn't need to drive at all. The house itself was fine. Just everything was bare bones, nothing on the walls or home decoration. There were plenty of towels, but only 2 wash clothes and no hand towels. There was no information about the house when we got there, so we just looked around and found stuff. And there was no information about checkout instructions, so we reached out to the owner to ask and never got a response. So we wouldn't give it a full 5 stars. The best thing about this place was the location.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025
Verified

4/10 Poor

Amy T.

Liked: Check-in, location
Disliked: Cleanliness
I chose this home because of the number of bedrooms and the location. The location was great and we were able to walk to the Metro. The home is older which is fine. The basement smelled musty. The kitchen wood floor was very dirty and the sink made a sound every time it was used. The towels were stained and rough. The pillows were flat and gross. The property had potential but lots of room for improvement
Stayed 7 nights in May 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 2 Jan, 2026
These guests did not communicate well at all. If you are considering hosting, would not recommend.
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8/10 Good

john a.

Great for Us!

We were in town for only 2 days visiting with friends, and this location covered all our needs. Kitchen was stocked, house was clean, everything seemed pretty self explanatory. Got the feeling owner might be new to renting like this but seemed motivated and available if we needed anything. There's a convenient store 2 mins walking distance, which we appreciated, and parking was nearly always available right out front. Yea....sure, maybe there could have been more towels, but we usually bring our own when traveling, especially in large groups. I will admit, having a step-out mat in the bathrooms would certainly be nice. Easy fix. Thats the only thing I really remember being missed. Overall we were very pleased with our accommodations and would stay here again when we're in the area.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2017
Verified

4/10 Poor

Carrie G.

Liked: Location
Disliked: Communication, listing accuracy
When we received our check in instructions it was only then we realized that while there was parking, it was not free—just available. We immediately messaged the host, but 3 hours later when we realized there no towels in any bathroom and we messaged again, we still didn’t hear back in a timely manner. We began searching and found towels in the linen closet. We were then told to “check the dryer…there are plenty”. Never have I had to find my own towels on a stay!The house was conveniently located to many things and while the pictures look nice, the house itself was not well kept. There were cracks, dirty grout, water stains, etc. There was a half used bar of soap in the shower along with an old loofaThere weren’t blinds on some of the windows. The backyard looked like a nice place to relax, but was overgrown and weedy. The trash was full when we got there. Overall I would not recommend this “exemplary” house to anyone staying in the area. It was far from exemplary.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025
Archival

2/10 Terrible

Damon R.

Minimalist in every way! Disappointing!

A family of 6 paid and there were not enough towels, no soap in the showers except an already used sliver of soap, kitchen had no paper towels or napkins and no coffee pot except for a French press with no instructions. No directions on TV (Roku) and Internet was spotty as best. I am the owner of 3 VRBO properties in historic Franklin and I know I go above and beyond for my guest but this property is so minimal with tiny rooms, no luggage racks, and no room to unpack a suitcase! The downstairs suite was nice but again no soap, too few towels, no hairdryer and poor internet. Very disappointed and was grateful we only booked an overnight.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2017
Response from VrboOwner on 28 Sept, 2021
Unhelpful review after the fact.
Verified

8/10 Good

Beth W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, location, listing accuracy

Already Rebooked for Christmas :)

The only reason this is a four instead of five is that there was apparently miscommunication with the renter before us, and the trash wasn’t moved into the alley for pickup :(. So we arrived to overflowing (literally) outside trash cans. Given the high temps they stank :(. My sister chatted with neighbors, and found that we could go on and move them into the alley. Otherwise we loved the place so much we booked it again for Christmas :). The location was perfect for us - quiet neighborhood, my sister could easily do her 30 minute morning walk and get to the Potomac, winding back through Old Alexandria. There’s a fabulous bagel bakery literally right behind the house!! Very dangerous ;) We liked having one entire suite in the basement - my brother was able to have his own space and not share a bathroom with his sisters ;). We sisters enjoyed having our own floor, and having a fourth bedroom to use as a suitcase storage area.Prior guests had left lots of spices, seasonings, etc for anyone who wants to cook. There were sufficient dishes and cooking pots. Good sized refrigerator.The laundry room is in the basement, and the washer and dryer hold a huge amount! Unfortunately there were wet towels and sheets in them when we arrived :(. We finished that laundry, but that’s really not how a stay should begin - another part of the four stars instead of five. I wonder if the cleaner was maybe new?We did NOT bring a car, but there is free parking on the street on the weekends.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2025
Archival

10/10 Excellent

Gregory F.

Great property Great location

This place is immaculate inside. The countertops and the fireplace are granite. The hand soap smells so good we ended up buying the brand they use. This place was amazing. The sitting room is great for morning coffee. The location is a short walk from the King Street of old town and the Metro. Nicest VRBO I have ever stayed in.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2017
Archival

10/10 Excellent

Natalie S.

Amazing!

Owners were very helpful and location was fantastic!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2017
Verified

4/10 Poor

MARIE T.

Stayed 5 nights in May 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Melissa B.

Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024

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