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Beautiful restored historic home, steps from the Capitol and Metro. Sleeps 8

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Lush back patio with dogwood canopy
A garden with a brick pathway, a stone bench, and a metal fence.
A narrow brick pathway with a metal fence on one side and a wall on the other.
Entry Hall
A wall with various framed certificates and documents.

Reviews

9.8 out of 10, Loved by Guests
Top 10% of guest reviews in this area

Highlights

  • Family fun awaits
    Top-rated for families.
  • Firepit available
    One of the few properties with a dedicated outdoor firepit.
  • Walkable and wonderful
    Guests love the walkable location for its easy access on foot.
  • Discover nearby landmarks
    Walk to Union Station Shopping Center
5 bedrooms2+ bathroomsSleeps 8

Popular amenities

  • Shared communal pool
  • Onsite parking available
  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Air-conditioning
  • Barbecue grill

Explore the area

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Washington, DC
  • Place, Library of Congress
    ‪8 min walk‬
  • Place, Supreme Court of the United States
    ‪11 min walk‬
  • Place, United States Capitol
    ‪14 min walk‬
  • Airport, Washington, DC (IAD-Washington Dulles Intl.)
    ‪59 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

5 bedrooms (sleeps 8)

Living Room

1 Single Bed

Master Bedroom

1 King Bed

Projection Screen TV/Family Room

1 Queen Futon

Second Bedroom

1 Double Bed

Third Bedroom

2 Single Beds

2 bathrooms, 1 half bathroom

Bathroom 1

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

Bathroom 2

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

Powder Room

Soap · Towels provided · Toilet

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Separate dining area
Garden
Dining area

About this property

Beautiful restored historic home, steps from the Capitol and Metro. Sleeps 8

At the heart of historic Eastern Market, is a rowhouse that was on the Historic Restoration Home Tour in 2026 just waiting for you and your family! One of the few rowhouses that have been completely modernized and restored while still maintaining the old Federal charm, it will be comfortable and exactly what you are looking for as you tour the Nations Capitol. 8 blocks from The Capitol, and one stop on the metro from the National Mall and the Smithsonian museums. We also have a Trader Joe’s at Eastern Market for grocery shopping! Steps away from the Metro, Barracks Row shopping and eating, Nationals Stadium and the Capitol itself, this location cannot be beat! No car necessary when staying here as we are a 10 minute Uber ride from Reagan National Airport. Did we also mention we have a backyard complete with Solo Stove, Weber Grill and Outdoor Heater. So grab your groceries for the week down the street at the two grocery stores (Safeway and Trader Joe’s) and save some money while you are here. An alarm system will keep your luggage and souvenirs safe while out and about. Check it out at Instagram at https://www.instagram.com/reel/DXzm0SEx1-E/?igsh=MXR3bGVkb2tyaDZ4OQ== and https://www.instagram.com/reel/DYHrrUex0EJ/?igsh=MW8ycXEzYXNiNDU4eA==
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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 25
Check out before 11:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

No pets allowed
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
Great outdoor patio.

Check-out instructions

The host requires you to complete the following before checking out:
Load and start the dishwasher
Strip any used beds and gather used towels
Remove personal items, remove leftover food and drinks and take out the rubbish
Turn off the lights, lock the doors and return the keys
Please lock the doors and put the key through the mail slot in the front door.
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.
Renter must be present
This home is for families and not for business travel. Unrelated coworkers attending business meetings should seek other accommodations.

Important information

You need to know

Property Registration Number 5007262201002565
Property # 477931vb
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
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, a first aid kit and a deadlock

About the area

Washington

Southeast, a neighbourhood in Washington, is home to this holiday home. Washington Monument and White House are notable landmarks, and travellers looking to shop may want to visit Union Station Shopping Center and Fashion Center at Pentagon City. Smithsonian Institution and National Air and Space Museum are not to be missed. Kayaking and swimming offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with hiking and cycling nearby.
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Washington, DC

What's nearby

  • Eastern Market - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Library of Congress - 8 min walk - 0.7 km
  • Supreme Court of the United States - 11 min walk - 1.0 km
  • Marine Barracks - 14 min walk - 1.2 km
  • United States Capitol - 14 min walk - 1.3 km

Getting around

  • Eastern Market Station - 7 min walk
  • Washington Union Station - 19 min walk
  • Ronald Reagan National Airport (DCA) - 20 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Chipotle Mexican Grill - ‬8 min walk
  • ‪Tune Inn Restaurant & Bar - ‬9 min walk
  • ‪Tunnicliff's Tavern - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪We, The Pizza - ‬10 min walk
  • ‪Peregrine Espresso - ‬6 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is Beautiful restored historic home, steps from the Capitol and Metro. Sleeps 8 pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at Beautiful restored historic home, steps from the Capitol and Metro. Sleeps 8?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Beautiful restored historic home, steps from the Capitol and Metro. Sleeps 8?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Beautiful restored historic home, steps from the Capitol and Metro. Sleeps 8?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Beautiful restored historic home, steps from the Capitol and Metro. Sleeps 8 located?

Located in Southeast, this holiday home is within 1 mile (2 km) of Library of Congress, United States Capitol and Smithsonian Institution. Washington Navy Yard and Union Station Shopping Center are also within 1 mile (2 km). Eastern Market Station is 7 minutes by foot and Hart Station is 14 minutes.

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 81 out of 95 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 10 out of 95 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 4 out of 95 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 95 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 95 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

9.8/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

9.8/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Samantha J.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The location was fantastic. Easy to get to the Metro, walk to the capital, or get some of the best espresso in the country. The owner was extremely responsive and easy to work with. He was able to share some excellent places to go and times of day to see things. The house has a history of its own and was really easy for all six of us to sleep.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

marissa l.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful home and the hosts are amazingly accommodating
Stayed 5 nights in Feb 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Sarah K.

Liked: Location
This was one of the most special properties we’ve stayed in. Such a gem! We loved the historical charm of the home and the location was perfect. We walked to several different coffee shops, bakeries and Trader Joe’s. We were walking distance to the Capital Building. This home is just lovely - we felt as though we were staying in a museum. Thank you for such a memorable and comfortable stay for our family of six.
Stayed 5 nights in May 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Greg P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We had an amazing stay here in DC. The location was absolutely perfect and made it easy to explore the city while still feeling comfortable and relaxed at the house. The rooms were beautiful, clean, and thoughtfully prepared, and the hosts clearly put effort into making our stay feel welcoming and special.The house itself added so much to the experience. The theater room in the basement was a huge hit with our family and made the trip even more fun. We also loved spending time in the backyard, which was peaceful and relaxing after long days exploring the city. The neighborhood felt safe, charming, and full of character.We truly loved our time here and plan to absolutely stay again.
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Keith S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This place is fantastic! The hosts are amazing! The home is beautiful. The location is great. 10 out of 10 for sure. The house may be over 150 years old, but it does not look it, and it has all the modern conveniences one would expect (and more). The house is oozing with charm and character that you will not find anywhere else. I cannot say enough good things about this place. We had a wonderful stay. The hosts are amazing, super chill, and so very helpful. Probably the nicest hosts I have ever had the pleasure of interacting with. Next time we go to DC we will definitely be staying here again.
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 24 Apr 2026
Thank you so much Keith!! The feeling is mutual ❤️
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Brandon S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautifully remodeled historic home with responsive and attentive owners. Walking distance to US Capitol. Easy and convenient street parking.
Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Robert C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Kitchen was great for preparing all kinds of meals. Nice sleeping accommodations. Location was superb. Close to grocery stores, metro, and restaurants. Using Uber/Lyft or just plain walking was a breeze.
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

john h.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Amazing stay in a charming property with plenty of history. The hosts were beyond accommodating and wonderful to communicate with during our stay. It was a wonderful experience.
Stayed 6 nights in May 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 2 Jul 2025
Thank you Spencer! We thoroughly enjoyed having yall. Thank you for the book as well!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Ashley L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We had the very best time on our trip! This house far exceed our expectations and was truly one of the highlights of our trip as it was a treasure trove of history in and of itself. Perfect location and the hosts were so kind and accommodating. Would definitely recommend and stay here again if we ever come back! Great neighborhood with easy access to everything. Thanks to Nat and Chantal!
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Craig H.

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

4th of July and Arlington Funeral

We had a great time in DC. We really enjoyed the property. The house
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Cathy L.

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

Wonderful time

Super clean, cool and safe location. Owners were kind, helpful and accommodating. Very good trip. Close to metro.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Scott K.

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

DC with Teenaged Grandchildren

Trip was outstanding. Accommodations and hosts were great.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 2 Jul 2025
Thank you Scott! I’m so happy you had a wonderful time with your grandkids!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Mike H.

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

Family trip

Great location and convenient to restaurants, market and Metro. Walkable to Capitol and Nat’l Mall. Friendly and responsive hosts.
Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Lisa T.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This property is in a great location for visiting the many attractions along the Mall. We definitely appreciated all the work the hosts put in to make the house extremely charming and fun to stay in. Spotlessly clean. Lovely garden and patio. Locks could be a bit wonky but it's an antique house so slight imperfections are not unexpected. The "man cave" in the basement with the projection TV was a big hit, although what you can watch is seemed to be a bit limited to Apple TV, there is no Roku or smart TV that we could tell. Directions to things inside the house were generally lacking, but the hosts were super responsive if we had questions. Street parking was relatively easy although spots directly in front of the house were not a guarantee. Parking permitting was a breeze with the hosts handling everything once we provided vehicle info. Kitchen was extraordinarily well stocked with good kitchen knives, plastic bags, aluminum foil, real wood cutting boards, and very nice copper pans in great condition. We did have to purchase a few essentials that had run out, but quite minor compared to how much was available for our use. Walking distance to Trader Joe's and 5 minute drive to Safeway with free parking garage. Really hated having to leave. I would definitely like to stay again in the future. Highly recommend.
Stayed 7 nights in May 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Katie H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We had the loveliest time staying in your home! We were in town for a wedding, and this was the perfect spot for base camp, winding down with family, and enjoying the beautiful DC area. Just loved the character of the home, well-appointed and modern, and also full of history and old charm. Home was exactly as described and the owners were very helpful and responsive. Highly recommend staying here!!
Stayed 6 nights in May 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

ray o.

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

Amazing

Wonderful stay in DC. Firepit in the back was nice to hang out at. Kitchen has everything you need. The house is comfortably decorated and beautiful.
Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 17 Apr 2025
Thank you so much Ray! We loved having you and your group. The house was immaculate when you left!!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Chelsea J.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
House was well kept. Very clean. Organized. Homely. Fun. Safe neighborhood. Walking distance to metro. Good weekend market, restaurants and ice cream close by.
Stayed 6 nights in Sep 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Curt C.

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

Great folks to work with

Do consider working with them
Stayed 5 nights in May 2025
Verified

6/10 Okay

Carrie Valentine F.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location
Charming historic Capitol Hill home with lots of character and a great location. However, several things impacted our stay: allergy flare-ups due to past cat presence (not disclosed), a leaking air mattress, worn bedding, and only one parking pass for a multi-bedroom rental. Some appliance instructions would also help. With better transparency and small upgrades, this could be a great stay.
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

David B.

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

great location

very roomy place for a major city- housed all 10 of us! Comfortable and nice! This is right in Eastern Market- a total hidden gem in the DC area, and easy access to the rest of the city! Great spot!
Stayed 6 nights in Nov 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 22 Mar 2025
Thank you David! We hope to see your group again!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Becky Y.

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

PERFECT!!!!

It was truly a delight to stay at this property!!! We stayed there for the week of our daughter's wedding and it could not have been more perfect! The location is fabulous, the house was very homey and wonderful for our family time together, and the hosts were incredibly gracious. The parking permit they provided made our stay extra convenient. The property is beautiful and functional. We utilized the indoor and outdoor space and both were delightful! We will definitely stay here again if the opportunity presents itself!
Stayed 7 nights in May 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Annette A.

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

Historic DC home

This is beautiful home! Large, comfortable rooms. Kitchen is awesome with lots of high end amenities. Kids loved the basement with the big TV. Perfect location to relax after a day in DC. The walk to the closest metro was .4 miles
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 10 Apr 2025
Great tenants. Left the place in great shape.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Chester A.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This Capitol Hill home was perfection for location: steps from the metro, parking for our rental, and a quick stroll from Eastern market made it so convenient. The house had all the luxuries you want away from home-a nice selection of pillows, cozy bedding, hot showers with great water pressure, a well appointed kitchen, and immaculate design and decor. Our family of 6 fit perfectly and the neighborhood felt quite safe while out walking with our children. Lovely outdoor areas were enjoyable day and night with a friendly cat who checked in occasionally. Despite the Smithsonian being shutdown, the eclectic decor and history of this home made it feel like a mini museum that has been carefully curated. The owners were great to work with and very communicative.
The kitchen had everything we needed.
The entire house has so much character.
Eastern market was especially close and
Creative and thoughtful decor
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 25 Oct 2025
We are thrilled you enjoyed your stay. Come back any time!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Michele M.

Beautiful! Great Location.

Loved everything but the stubborn key. 😀
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2018
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

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

Beautiful property. Great location, centrally located

Beautiful property. Great location, centrally located. A little tight for 10 people, specially since there was no closet space for guest to use as they were all full with owner's belongings. Was worried we would accidentally break some of the decorations as the house had them all over the house (very pretty, though). Overall a great experience.
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2019

About the host

Hosted by Chantal Wienecke

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A couple who has lovingly restored 1860's rowhouse to former glory while modernizing and updating. Was on the 2009 Capitol Hill Historic Restoration Tour.

Why they chose this property

Literally blocks from everything! 8 to Nations Capitol, Supreme Court and Library of Congress. 1.5 to Historic Eastern Market and Trader Joe’s, 2 to Barracks Row shopping, eating and Nightlife, 2 to Eastern Market Metro, and 10 minute walk to Nationals Stadium. 10 minute Uber ride from Reagan National Airport.

What makes this property unique

Huge backyard by DC standards with Grill, Solo Stove and Outdoor Heater. Alarm system and 24/7 handyman should you need assistance. Fully updated modern kitchen with stocked coffee station. Central A/C and radiant floor heating. Sleeps 6 in beds and 2 on brand-new pullout sofa. Mosquito Squad service that sprays yard bimonthly in spring and summer.

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