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Colorful DC w/ Free St. Parking - Great Location / Spacious / English Basement

Family-friendly apartment in Washington

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Colorful Washington - Contemporary Space
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Bright, cozy living room
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Interior

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
1 bedroom1 bathroomSleeps 4700 sq ft

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  • Place, Smithsonian Institution
  • Place, Union Station Shopping Center
  • Place, United States Capitol
  • Airport, Washington, DC (DCA-Ronald Reagan Washington National)

Rooms & beds

1 bedroom (sleeps 4)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Double Futon

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Kitchen
Dining area

About this property

Colorful DC w/ Free St. Parking - Great Location / Spacious / English Basement

Located in the heart of the lively Atlas District, this colorful, one-bedroom BASEMENT apartment boasts walking distance to everything the revitalized H Street corridor & Union Market have to offer. You'll be a 30 second walk to buses, which go directly to Chinatown/White House/Smithsonians & the free DC Streetcar, which will take you down H St or up to Union Station; a great home base to explore DC!

Free street parking visitor pass available by request. Street parking is first come, first served but the visitor pass enables its barer to park in any unmetered parking space in the immediate vicinity.

Enjoy this fun & cheerful 845 sq/ft (79 sq/m) apartment. The vibrant space has a DC theme and a cozy atmosphere. Wash off the city after a long day of sightseeing by enjoying the relaxing massage of body jets & a rain shower. Or relax in bed with your own TV while the kids watch Bluey in the living room.

If you have little ones, no need to bring extra gear. We have a pack-n-play for them to sleep in (or to contain them), some toys for them to play with, DVD/Blu-ray player & assorted videos, kid’s plates/cups/cutlery, a washer and dryer to clean off the "fun" they had in DC, & several other items available by request (these items are shared between multiple properties & available on a first come-first served basis).

Make breakfast in the kitchen with the fresh ingredients you bring back from Whole Foods (only 2 blocks west) or Saturday's farmer's market (5 blocks east) before touring our very walkable city. Enjoy local OTHERS coffee or tea before facing the day

We provide a guest welcome book with neighborhood recommendations, operation instructions for amenities, & loaner SmarTrip cards to use on the metro or bus during your stay.

The owners wanted to make this space something they would be comfortable staying in as guests and hope you will feel the same!

BORING DETAILS:
• Cohosted by Jenna P. of SaltSugarFire Hospitality, who lives just minutes away.
• Professionally cleaned after each guest
• Large bedroom with comfortable queen size bed
• 1 bathroom with rain shower & water jets
• Pull out sofa for additional full bed - please use the sheets to protect the upholstery (no one likes a sweaty smelling bed...)
• Large washer & dryer (with detergent and dryer sheets)
• Walk-in closet w/ full length mirror
• Private front entrance
• 2 TVs - 50" and 32"
• Amazon Fire Stick
• Cable & Sports channels via Youtube TV
• Central heating & AC (shared with upper unit but zoned)
• Self Check-in with SmartLock & unique access code (messaged to you the evening before checkin).

KITCHEN:
• Stainless steel Samsung appliances
• Large refrigerator with external filtered water & ice dispenser
• Overhead microwave
• Electric range & oven
• Dishwasher
• Breakfast bar
• Coffee, tea, sugar, oil, & assorted spices & pantry items
• Fully stocked with pots, pans, plates, glasses (including wine & martini), Mr. coffee AND Keurig machines, electric kettle, toaster, utensils, kid’s plates/cutlery, food processor, & other miscellaneous cooking essentials.

BATHROOM: Freshly laundered towels, shampoo, conditioner, body wash, a hairdryer, & emergency feminine hygiene products are provided for your convenience.

LAUNDRY: A king size washer & dryer are located inside the apartment. Zero waste laundry detergent SHEETS, wool dryer balls, iron, & ironing board are also provided.

SAFETY: Fire extinguisher, first aid kit, carbon monoxide detector, auto-locking deadbolt

This listing does not include on premise or a reserved parking space and street parking in the neighborhood (and throughout most of DC) is restricted for residential permit holders. BEGINNING OCTOBER 01, 2025, WE WILL NOT BE ABLE TO OFFER A VISITOR PARKING PERMIT DUE TO POLICY CHANGES THAT PROHIBIT THE USE OF THE VISITOR PASS FOR VACATION RENTAL/VRBO GUESTS. Until then, we can offer a visitor parking pass for ONE vehicle through DC's DOT permitting portal, which enables it's barer to park anywhere in our immediate neighborhood's first-come, first served street parking zone. Guests must register for an account through the city's online portal and have the vehicle details (license plate, make, and color) to request the pass. ParkDC transitioned to a fully digital system as of 8/1/25 so no more printing and displaying a pass required!

CUSTOM SERVICES AVAILABLE
• Jenna is the chef/owner of SaltSugarFire Private Chef Services with over 20 years professional experience and is happy to plan a personalized cooking class, stock the apartment with fresh ingredients and fun beverages, deliver meal kits, or even cook for you in the apartment.
• We've partnered with several local businesses and professionals to offer an ever-expanding menu of extra services** including concierge services, beverage and mixology experiences, in-home massage, personalized guided tours, mobile auto repair, local excursion planning, and more.
Let us know in your booking message how we can make your stay exceptional!

HOUSE RULES
• Send an introductory message when you book with the following information.
• tell us a little about what brings you to town
• who will be staying with you
• where you are traveling from
• what time you expect to arrive
• whether the phone number listed in your profile is accurate and can be used to contact you (provide a current number, if not).
• COVID protocol: Guests must notify us if they are feeling unwell, have been exposed to someone with the virus, or are diagnosed with the virus before or up to 2 weeks after checkout.
• No parties or events
• No glitter or confetti
• No additional guests allowed on premises for any length of time without prior approval. Violation of this rule will result in a $75 fee per person.
• If you are booking for someone else and will not be staying for the entire reservation, you must provide the full legal names, emails, and phone numbers of all adults actually staying and select at least 1 "authorized individual" as primary point of contact on site. The owner of the guest profile booking the stay remains expressly responsible for the reservation and its guests.
• If we must respond to a noise complaint, you may be asked to vacate the premises immediately, forfeiting any refund and your full deposit.
• Guests are not permitted to use the rear entrance (except for emergency egress), back area, or upper front porch. - they are exclusively for use by the upstairs tenants.
• Guests may not send themselves mail at the property as we do not live on property and cannot guarantee receipt.
• No cannabis smoking allowed anywhere on premises. If the upstairs tenants or our cleaners report any evidence of smoking (cannabis or other), you will lose your full deposit and be asked to leave
• Failure to return the SmarTrip cards will result in a claim against your security deposit at $10 per card.
• If you leave an item at the apartment upon checking out, we're happy to mail it to you for the cost of shipping plus a $10 fee.
• Do not disturb the upstairs tenants. If you have any issues, contact your hosts.
• Be respectful of our neighbors and the upstairs tenants by maintaining a considerate volume. Do not leave trash or personal belongings in the front yard.

Fines:
• In person warning for noise complaint - $50/visit
• Unresolved noise complaint/removal from property - $500
• Unauthorized parties - $500
• Unauthorized guests - $75/person
• Pets on premises - $150
• Smoking inside - $300-$1000
• Unauthorized late checkout - $50
• Missing Metro Cards - $10/ea

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Amenities

Kitchen
Washing machine
Dryer
Free WiFi
Air conditioning
Breakfast available

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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
Can accommodate 5 if one is an infant/toddler.
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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
No smoking or marijuana use allowed on property
Tell us a little about what brings you to town, who will be staying with you, where you are traveling from, and what time you expect to arrive.
Please confirm the contact information (phone number and email) listed in your profile are accurate and can be used to contact you during your stay
Refer to Listing Descriptions (at the very bottom) for our Full House Rules

Important information

You need to know

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
Property Registration Number 5007242201000197

We should mention

A car is not required for transport to and from this property

About the area

Washington

Located in Washington, this apartment is in the city centre. White House and Washington Monument are notable landmarks, and some of the area's popular attractions include Smithsonian Institution and National Air and Space Museum. Travelling with kids? Don't miss National Museum of Natural History and Smithsonian's National Zoo. Power boating and fishing offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with hiking/biking trails and cycling nearby.
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What's nearby

  • Smithsonian Institution - 16 min walk - 1.4 km
  • Union Station Shopping Center - 16 min walk - 1.4 km
  • United States Capitol - 2 min drive - 2.4 km
  • National Mall - 3 min drive - 2.5 km
  • Walter E. Washington Convention Center - 3 min drive - 2.9 km

Getting around

  • H St & 8th St NE Stop - 2 min walk
  • Washington Union Station - 18 min walk
  • Ronald Reagan National Airport (DCA) - 24 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪H Street Lounge - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Paste & Rind - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Starbucks - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪H & Chicken - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Ledo Pizza - ‬1 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is Colorful DC w/ Free St. Parking - Great Location / Spacious / English Basement pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Colorful DC w/ Free St. Parking - Great Location / Spacious / English Basement ?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Colorful DC w/ Free St. Parking - Great Location / Spacious / English Basement ?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Colorful DC w/ Free St. Parking - Great Location / Spacious / English Basement located?

This family-friendly apartment building is located in the city centre, within 1 mi (2 km) of Gallaudet University, Smithsonian Institution and Union Station Shopping Center. Capital One Arena and National Mall are also within 2 miles (3 km). H St & 8th St NE Stop is only a 2-minute walk and H Street & 5th Street Northeast Tram Stop is 7 minutes.

About the host

Hosted by Jenna

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The owners:
Amie and David lived in the DC area for over 20 years and have recently (summer 2019) relocated to the UK for work. Their family loves to travel and experience not only the sites, but the people of the areas they visit. They are a British and American family who love meeting people from across the country and the world.

Upstairs tenants:
The main floors of the house are inhabited by two professionals through the end of October 2023. Please do not disturb upstairs tenants during your stay.

Your hosts:
I grew up to the tune of reveille and taps living across the river from an army base in southern Virginia where my folks settled to get away from the hustle and bustle of North Jersey. I attended culinary school at Johnson and Wales University and honed my skills in local kitchens until I moved to DC in 2009. After a short stint experimenting with the west cost way of life, it was clear DC was home so home I went. In 2015, after nearly two decades experience as a chef, I left my last professional kitchen and set out to start my own business. SaltSugarFire personal chef services was born and has since flourished.

Why they chose this property

The location can't be beat. The area is growing rapidly with restaurants, bars, and stores. It's wonderful not having to use a car to get groceries, dinner, drinks, etc. The Smithsonian is an easy walk on nice days and DC's public transportation puts all the city's interesting spots at your fingertips.

Free Street Parking w/ Visitor's Pass!

What makes this property unique

Amie and David wanted to make this space something they would personally be comfortable living in: stylish, fun, and inviting. We hope you will feel the same!

Languages:

English