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Elegant, Historic Townhouse in Heart of DC

Holiday home with kitchen, 6-minute walk to Howard University

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Interior
Dining
Private kitchen
Private kitchen

Reviews

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 41050 sq ft

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Dryer
  • Pet-friendly
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Air-conditioning

Explore the area

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Washington, DC
  • Place, Howard Theatre
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Place, Howard University
    ‪6 min walk‬
  • Place, Walter E. Washington Convention Center
    ‪18 min walk‬
  • Airport, Washington, DC (DCA-Ronald Reagan Washington National)
    ‪12 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 4)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

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

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Dining area

About this property

Elegant, Historic Townhouse in Heart of DC

This airy two-bedroom townhouse is DC living at its best. In the heart of historic LeDroit Park, mere steps to neighborhood favorites such as The Royal and Shaw's Tavern. Less than a 10-minute stroll to Howard University, Atlantic Plumbing Cinema, 9:30 Club, and the new Whole Foods. Five minutes to Howard Theatre, nearby shopping/dining, and the Shaw metro (green/yellow lines).

The two-story home features oodles of historic charm with modern conveniences. The downstairs foyer leads into a living/dining room with bay windows and eleven-foot ceilings. Pocket doors connect this space to the large kitchen with additional seating for two at the breakfast bar. Fully stocked with spices and cooking supplies, as well as a range of appliances from Instant Pot to waffle maker to blender. The back door from the kitchen opens onto a spacious back deck.

Upstairs you'll find a full bath with clawfoot tub, a main bedroom with a queen bed, bay windows, and television; and a second bedroom with queen bed, desk, and television. The townhouse is on a residential block but still in a decidedly urban area. You can generally hear normal street noise from passing trucks, etc. in the front (main) bedroom, so if you need total quiet to sleep you might want to plan on staying in the second bedroom instead.

This rental is located above a completely separate basement unit where a long-term tenant lives.
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Amenities

Kitchen
Washing machine
Dryer
Pet-friendly
Free WiFi
Air conditioning

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House Rules

Check in after 3:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 25
Check out before 11:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
Stairs may pose a danger to toddlers.
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

Pets allowed: dogs (limit 1 total)
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Important information

You need to know

This property is managed by a private host (a party not acting within their trade, business or profession). EU consumer law, including the right of withdrawal, will not apply to your booking. The cancellation policy set by the private host will cover your booking.
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
This property uses solar energy
Host has indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher
Property Registration Number 5007262201001415

We should mention

This property does not have any lifts

About the area

Washington

Northwest, a neighbourhood in Washington, is home to this holiday home. Smithsonian Institution and National Museum of Natural History are cultural highlights, and some of the area's notable landmarks include White House and Washington Monument. National Air and Space Museum and Smithsonian's National Zoo are not to be missed.
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What's nearby

  • Howard Theatre - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Howard University - 6 min walk - 0.6 km
  • Lincoln Theater - 11 min walk - 1.0 km
  • Walter E. Washington Convention Center - 18 min walk - 1.6 km
  • Capital One Arena - 4 min drive - 2.4 km

Getting around

  • Shaw Station - 6 min walk
  • Washington Union Station - 13 min drive
  • Ronald Reagan National Airport (DCA) - 20 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Sost - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪Electric Cool Aid - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Gold Clover Bar - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Cava - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Dunkin' - ‬3 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is Elegant, Historic Townhouse in Heart of DC pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 1 total).

How much is parking at Elegant, Historic Townhouse in Heart of DC?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Elegant, Historic Townhouse in Heart of DC?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Elegant, Historic Townhouse in Heart of DC?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Elegant, Historic Townhouse in Heart of DC located?

Located in Northwest, this holiday home is within a 10-minute walk of Howard Theatre and Howard University. Capital One Arena and Smithsonian Institution are also within 2 miles (3 km). Shaw Station is 6 minutes by foot and U Street Station is 14 minutes.

Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

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 12 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 2 out of 12 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 12 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 12 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 12 reviews

9.8/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

9.0/10

Location

9.4/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Jessica R.

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

DC

We had a great time at this adorable home. The house was very clean and the host was perfect!!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ashley A.

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

Amazing experience

Highly recommend this property.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Camden J.

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

Spring break

Many walkable places, pizza place next door was excellent. Very spacious for 1,000 sq ft. Big bedrooms. Nice outside patio
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kyla S.

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

Sally is AMAZING!

Great time visiting DC. Sallys house was perfect for the 3 of us! Amenities, like fresh ground coffee and decor was on point!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Christen W.

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

Good Vibes in this gorgeous townhome

This gorgeous place had everything we needed for a terrific Memorial Day weekend. Thanks again Sally!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

jonpyatt P.

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

Perfect getaway

The house is well appointed and in a fantastic neighborhood. It was very clean and tidy. Kitchen had everything I needed and the bed was very comfortable. Would go back!
Stayed 5 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Claire D.

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

Family holiday in DC

Good location to explore DC. House exactly as described, very well stocked kitchen, some welcome additions of fresh coffee and tea, and the decor and finishing touches in the house make it very homey. Host was friendly, clear communication and quick to respond.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2023

8/10 Good

Shane

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Near main road and hospital. Emergency sirens all the time.
Stayed 7 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

peter l.

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

DC Charm

Great historic home close to the subway. Plenty of grocery stores within a 30 minute walk. Lovely back patio for wine on a warm day. Plenty of coffee! Wine opener was missing and owner had one sent the same day. We don’t usually watch TV, but the World Series was on ( and we’re from LA) and we were unable to figure out how to use either TV.
Stayed 6 nights in Oct 2024

6/10 Okay

Verified traveller

Liked: Check-in, communication
Disliked: Location

Just OK

We’ve stayed in many excellent short-term rentals via VRBO that deserved five-star ratings. To be fair to those exceptional stays, we can only rate this one as “just okay.”•The property is located at the intersection of a major thoroughfare and a very busy street, resulting in constant and significant traffic noise. The front (larger) bedroom was particularly affected, making it difficult for us to sleep. If you require both bedrooms, earplugs are a must. Additionally, the property is situated along the ambulance route to a nearby hospital—on one evening alone, we counted nine sirens passing directly under the bedroom window.•The furnishings, cabinets, appliances, and cookware are of lower quality, giving the space a budget feel. The owners could greatly improve the experience by upgrading essentials, such as replacing the warped and scratched pans.•While the rental was generally clean, we were disappointed to find dirty pots and pans placed back in the cabinets upon arrival.That said, we did enjoy our stay in DC, as the location was convenient. Despite the issues mentioned, the property itself was acceptable, but it didn’t stand out compared to other rentals we’ve experienced.
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2025

8/10 Good

Ricardo C.

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

Muy acogedor

Muy bonito lugar, solo la ubicación es algo concurrida, y cerca hay mucho vagabundo. Pero es de fácil llegar en metro o en carro, aunque el hecho de imprimir el permiso del parking, fue algo difícil porque no teníamos donde hacerlo, pienso que deberían dejar un trajeron ya impreso para solo colocarlo en el vehículo y al final dejarlo ahí mismo. La atención fue muy buena y puntual.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Erin P.

Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2024

About the host

Your host

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I first dipped my toe into the hospitality and home-sharing scene during grad school (many years ago!), renting out a literal air bed in a spare bedroom to travelers from all over the world. Since then I've had countless wonderful experiences staying in others' homes and hosting folks in my own.

Why they chose this property

Ledroit Park/Shaw truly is the heart of DC (and I can say that with some conviction after being born in Silver Spring and living over the years in Berwyn Heights, Capitol Hill, H St NE, Foggy Bottom, and Georgetown)! Geographically central, it's easy to get almost anywhere by foot, bike, or public transportation - a bike share station is only three block away, and the Shaw/Howard Metro (yellow and green lines) is a five minute walk. DC is full of great food but we have a particularly high density of diverse options within a fifteen minute walk. The townhouse is only steps away from the best nightlife in the city on U St., while still being insulated from the noise and crowds that can bring (though it is near bustling Florida Avenue which comes with some street noise from trucks and such - not the place for those seeking complete silence!). The national mall is a thirty minute walk or three quick stops on the metro away, but you can also enjoy culture much closer to home at local staples like the 9:30 club, Howard Theater, the African American Civil War Museum, and much more. The Park at Ledroit has playgrounds for children and a dog park for pets to let out some energy, and just a bit further Crispus Attucks Park feels like an oasis in the city, perfect for picnics or a quiet afternoon with a book. Ledroit Park has a unique character, and it's both architecturally distinct (one of the city's first "suburbs," masterminded in the 1870s by architect James McGill) and historically significant (by the 1920s it had become home to many of the country's most prominent Black intellectuals, artists, judges, and activists).

What makes this property unique

This is the perfect spot for those who want to feel like a local while being close to all the sites and action, coming home each day to a place you can relax and enjoy. Have a drink on the deck, whip up breakfast in the fully-equipped kitchen, or even enjoy a soak in the clawfoot tub.

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