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Close to Old Town Alexandria And All Things DC

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The family room has Scandinavian furniture from Denmark. Perfect setting for relaxing and entertaining.
An outdoor patio with a wooden table and wicker chairs, surrounded by potted plants and a wooden fence.
A dining area with a dark wooden table, beige chairs, and a potted plant.
A modern living room with a sofa, a coffee table, and a dining area with a wooden table and chairs.
A black wall-mounted shelf with multiple compartments, a wooden staircase, and a white wall.

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional

Highlights

  • The great outdoors
    Guests love the outdoor space here.
  • Private garden
    A rare find — relax in the peaceful, private garden space.
  • Walkable and wonderful
    Guests love the walkable location for its easy access on foot.
  • Discover nearby landmarks
    Walk to Mt Vernon Ave
3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 6

Popular amenities

  • Onsite parking available
  • Dog-friendly
  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Air-conditioning
  • Barbecue grill

Explore the area

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Alexandria, VA
  • Place, Braddock Dog Park
    ‪6 min walk‬
  • Place, Mt Vernon Ave
    ‪9 min walk‬
  • Place, George Washington Masonic National Memorial
    ‪4 min drive‬
  • Airport, Washington, DC (IAD-Washington Dulles Intl.)
    ‪57 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 6)

Bedroom 1

1 King Bed

Bedroom 2

1 King Bed

Bedroom 3

1 King Bed

2 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Bathroom 2

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Office
Outdoor play area
Garden
Dining area

About this property

Close to Old Town Alexandria And All Things DC

This is the perfect house for those groups wishing to be close to Old Town Alexandria or DC with the benefits of being in a lovely home close to restaurants and other amenities. Parking is free and there are no parking restrictions.

As your host, I have decorated the house using a modern Scandinavian interior design. With my ancestry being half Swedish and half Norwegian, you will enjoy the beauty and comfort of furniture and finishes sourced in Sweden, Denmark, and Norway. On display throughout the house are photos from a world famous drone photographer from Sweden, Tobias Hagg.

Old Town Alexandria is only minutes away by car or scooter. Mount Vernon Avenue is only two blocks away and offers multiple restaurants, shopping and scooter and bike rentals.

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 21
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

Pets allowed: dogs (limit 2 total)
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
No parties or events. Sound levels must be kept to acceptable levels. Quiet hours are from 11 pm to 7 am.
Maximum number of guests is 6.
No smoking or vaping inside ($500 fee if violated)

Important information

You need to know

Property # 2966391vb
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

Alexandria

Potomac West, a neighbourhood in Alexandria, is home to this holiday home. Smithsonian Institution and National Museum of African American History and Culture are cultural highlights, and some of the area's popular attractions include Smithsonian's National Zoo and National Air and Space Museum. Travelling with kids? Make time for National Museum of Natural History, or head to an event or a match at Capital One Arena.
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Alexandria, VA

What's nearby

  • Braddock Dog Park - 6 min walk - 0.6 km
  • Mt Vernon Ave - 9 min walk - 0.8 km
  • Del Ray Farmers Market - 14 min walk - 1.2 km
  • George Washington Masonic National Memorial - 4 min drive - 1.4 km
  • Alexandria City Hall - 5 min drive - 2.1 km

Getting around

  • Alexandria Station - 3 min drive
  • Braddock Rd Station - 14 min walk
  • Ronald Reagan National Airport (DCA) - 14 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪La Chiquita Taqueria - ‬17 min walk
  • ‪Continues Arcade - ‬20 min walk
  • ‪Buzz Bakeshop - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Pork Barrel BBQ - ‬14 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is Close to Old Town Alexandria And All Things DC pet-friendly?

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

How much is parking at Close to Old Town Alexandria And All Things DC?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Close to Old Town Alexandria And All Things DC?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Close to Old Town Alexandria And All Things DC?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Close to Old Town Alexandria And All Things DC located?

This family-friendly Alexandria holiday home is located in Potomac West, within 2 mi (3 km) of George Washington Masonic National Memorial and Birchmere. Potomac River is 2.5 mi (4 km) away. Braddock Rd Station is 14 minutes by foot and King Street Station is 21 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. 70 out of 79 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 7 out of 79 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 79 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 79 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 79 reviews

9.6/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

9.8/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Cindy H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great house to rent , nice safe neighborhood. Had a great trip to DC . Would definitely stay again .
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kathleen C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Nice house well stocked with amenities and many delicious coffee choices. Comfy beds. Great walkable neighborhood to delicious breakfast, lunch or dinner options and metro which we used daily to visit Old Town Alexandria and DC! Would definitely book again if visiting the area again!
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Leah L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Lovely home, super comfortable beds, nice fenced in yard, and close to lots of great restaurants! Mark was such a kind host. We all enjoyed the couple days we stayed.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Tricia M.

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

Great location

Very close to several great restaurants and bars, as well as the airport and downtown Alexandria. Home is cozy with comfortable beds, great yard if you have a pup!
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Christine I.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Plenty of room for us, close to nice restaurants and the Metro. Kitchen was well stocked with coffee, tea and spices. Laundry facilities was great
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Joy W.

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

Great place! Loved the location.

The house was clean and had everything we needed.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

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

Great Location!

Nice home in a great location! Close to restaurants, coffee shops and DC.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Mai D.

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

Great location and host

We really enjoyed our stay here. Located in a quiet neighborhood and proximal to many restaurants and cafes. I would recommend if you are looking for a place that is family-friendly.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

GAVINO S.

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

GREAT

LOCATION IS PERFECT FOR FIRST TIME EXPLORERS,CLOSE TO EVERYTHING AND OFFERS ALL NECESITIES
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Michael C.

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

Family trip to DC

Good place to stay with family for sightseeing in DC
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Debra T D.

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

Nice neighborhood

Great neighborhood…wonderful to walk the dogs or just roam around. 15 min walk to the metro was convenient. And the host was very helpful!
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Lauren Taylor N.

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

Excellent

Great host, great location, everything we needed!
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Donna E.

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

Perfect Accommodation for Family

Our family stayed here for 6 nights to attend our granddaughter’s graduation at American University, and associated celebrations nearby. It was a very well appointed, comfortable, and well located home, with excellent communication from our host whenever we had any questions or concerns. We would highly recommend it.
Stayed 6 nights in May 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

James W.

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

Great Stay

Mark was an excellent host. Great communication and all needs were provided. Coffee bar was a bonus.
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

David T.

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

Excellent value

Great place and clean. Excellent comms with owner.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Helen P.

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

What a Great Location

The area is jamb packed with restaurants easily within walking distance. The rental comes with a great selection of coffee.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Juliet P.

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

Great Location

Great location. Quiet neighborhood. Very easy to get to local attractions and restaurants. Fenced in yard is great for a dog.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

David C.

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

Great place to stay for visiting DC

Very nice and quiet house that is located neat (15 minute walk) to the train to get into DC. Also very close to nice dining in Alexandria. Mark was very helpful to us with the check in process and we had no issues during our stay.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024
Verified

8/10 Good

Demetrius T.

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

Lovely property

Cozy home near DC. Comfy beds and great communication with owner
Stayed 8 nights in Aug 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Tom H.

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

A great place to stay in Alexandria

Mark was a great host and the place in Alexandria worked out very well. Thanks very much.
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2024
Verified

8/10 Good

Samantha P.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great location with large yard

We had a very brief but wonderful stay at Mark’s house for a staycation; our dogs loved the big yard and the master bed was very comfortable. It’s in a great and very walkable location. We booked on short notice and were very happy with the accommodations.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jason R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Our church leadership team had a weekend retreat at this property. The house was cozy and met our needs well. Updated appliances and TVs. Needed a little attention to detail regarding cleanliness, but was an overall excellent stay...would definitely stay again.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kenneth M.

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

Very Nice time clsoe to Washington DC

We enjoyed our stay and found the accommodations to be excellent. It was a very good location and close to Wahington DC. The property was as described and was very clean. It had everything we needed and we would recommend.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Davis Park B.

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

Great place!

Mark was a great host, very responsive to any questions we had. House was very comfortable. We were close to town as well as to DC since we were in town for a family wedding! Had a great time !
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Sabu J.

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

Excellent

Had a wonderful time
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 4 Jun, 2024
Glad you had a great stay. Please stay at one of my listings when you return to the area.

About the host

Hosted by Mark Fahlberg

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Why they chose this property

The backyard is large and a plus for families with young children and/or a dog(s). The teak table and dining chairs on the back deck are a great place to relax outdoors or to barbecue on the gas grill.

Premier Host

They consistently provide great experiences for their guests
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