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Family-Friendly Alexandria Cottage Near Metro, DC, Sleeps 8

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A modern kitchen with white cabinets, a stainless steel refrigerator, a built-in oven, and a central island with a sink.
A bedroom with a large bed, a wooden chair, a nightstand, a lamp, and a window with curtains.
A room with a framed landscape painting, two wall-mounted lights, a small table with a vase of flowers, and two chairs.
A hallway with a wooden table, a colorful rug, a white dresser with drawers, and a door leading to a bathroom with a sink and mirror.
A modern living room with a sofa, armchair, and bench. There is a dining area with a table and chairs. The kitchen is visible with appliances and cabinets.

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Highlights

  • Top-rated comfy beds
    Guests liked the comfy beds here.
  • Firepit available
    One of the few properties with a dedicated outdoor firepit.
  • Centrally-located
    You're never far from where you need to be with this convenient location.
4 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 8

Popular amenities

  • Onsite parking available
  • Kitchen
  • Air-conditioning
  • Firepit
  • Deck or patio
  • Free Wi-Fi

Explore the area

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Alexandria, VA
  • Place, Cameron Run Regional Park
    ‪6 min drive‬
  • Place, Potomac River
    ‪6 min drive‬
  • Place, United States Patent and Trademark Office Museum
    ‪6 min drive‬
  • Airport, Washington, DC (IAD-Washington Dulles Intl.)
    ‪54 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

4 bedrooms (sleeps 8)

Den/Bedroom

1 Queen Bed

First Floor Bedroom

1 Queen Bed

Kid's Room

2 Single Beds

Primary Bedroom

1 King Bed

2 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Soap · Towels provided · Toilet · Shower only · Shampoo · Hair dryer

Bathroom 2

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

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Garden
Dining area

About this property

Family-Friendly Alexandria Cottage Near Metro, DC, Sleeps 8

Discover the best of both worlds at our cozy, family-friendly cottage tucked on a quiet cul-de-sac in Alexandria, Virginia. Just minutes from Washington, DC, this inviting retreat is ideal for families and multi-generational stays. The home features 4 bedrooms and 2 full bathrooms, offering plenty of space for parents, grandparents, kids, and baby to relax comfortably.

Perfectly located near top attractions including Mount Vernon Estate, National Harbor, Old Town Alexandria, and Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport, our cottage makes an ideal home base for exploring the DC area.

Enjoy free parking directly in front of the home, a private yard for little ones to play, and evenings gathered around the firepit roasting marshmallows. Warm, welcoming interiors invite you to unwind, reconnect, and create lasting family memories. Book your stay and enjoy comfort, convenience, and quality time together.

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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
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Pets

No pets allowed
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Important information

You need to know

Property # 3713991vb
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 and a first aid kit

About the area

Alexandria

Huntington, a neighbourhood in Alexandria, is home to this cottage. George Washington's Mount Vernon and Arlington National Cemetery are notable landmarks, and some of the area's popular attractions include Smithsonian Institution and Smithsonian's National Zoo. Check out an event or a game at Capital One Arena, and consider making time for National Air and Space Museum, a top attraction not to be missed.
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Alexandria, VA

What's nearby

  • Jones Point Park - 5 min drive - 3.2 km
  • Cameron Run Regional Park - 6 min drive - 3.8 km
  • Potomac River - 6 min drive - 4.2 km
  • United States Patent and Trademark Office Museum - 6 min drive - 3.1 km
  • Potomac River Waterfront Park - 7 min drive - 5.3 km

Getting around

  • Alexandria Station - 8 min drive
  • Huntington Ave. Station - 18 min walk
  • Ronald Reagan National Airport (DCA) - 23 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬15 min walk
  • ‪Panda Express - ‬16 min walk
  • ‪Flavor Hive - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪Chili's Grill & Bar - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Krispy Kreme - ‬19 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is Family-Friendly Alexandria Cottage Near Metro, DC, Sleeps 8 pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at Family-Friendly Alexandria Cottage Near Metro, DC, Sleeps 8?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Family-Friendly Alexandria Cottage Near Metro, DC, Sleeps 8?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Family-Friendly Alexandria Cottage Near Metro, DC, Sleeps 8?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Family-Friendly Alexandria Cottage Near Metro, DC, Sleeps 8 located?

Located in Huntington, this cottage is 2.4 mi (3.8 km) from George Washington Masonic National Memorial and 2.4 mi (3.9 km) from Potomac River. George Washington's Mount Vernon and MGM National Harbor Casino are also within 6 miles (10 km). Huntington Ave. Station is 18 minutes by foot and Huntington Station is 22 minutes.

Reviews

10

Exceptional

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

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jacqueline

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This was our "sisters weekend" and we had a fabulous time at this beautiful home. The cottage is beautifully decorated, ample space for all 5 of us, we even had our own popcorn maker!! Very easy check-in, close to everything we wanted to do in DC. This is our second time here and we plan to come back next year! Can't go wrong with this beautiful gem!
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Amy W.

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

Great home for two families to stay

Perfect home for two families to stay in. The home had everything we could possibly need with special touches to make it feel extra comfortable. The hosts were wonderful!
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Joseph H.

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

Nice Stay

We really enjoyed our weekend. The property is convenient to the sights of DC and the restaurants and shops in Alexandria. The host was very nice and helped us out when we had trouble with the lock.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Andrew S.

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

Family Trip

Fantastic home with room for our entire extended family. close to the Metro station for easy comute into DC. Very responsive owners!
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 2 Apr, 2024
Thank you so much for allowing us the opportunity to host you and your family! Travel safe and hope you all will consider staying with us in the future as we add amenities and service. 😁
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Helmer P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We had a wonderful stay at this charming, cozy cottage. The home has been beautifully updated, just as shown in the pictures. The beds were very comfortable, and everyone thoroughly enjoyed the stay. There was plenty of parking available in front of the home, and it was an easy 20-minute drive to Washington, DC, and just 10 minutes from Old Town Alexandria. The hosts were fantastic—very responsive and always available to assist with any requests. Highly recommended for anyone staying near the nation’s capital!
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Starla B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We enjoyed our stay here in Alexandria at this cottage. Very comfortable and perfectly decorated. I love all the well thought out touches for guests such as extra toiletries and linens and games and activities for the little kids. My grand daughter thought it was a cool place. The air system was a little tricky to figure out but thankfully the weather was not too hot or cold during our stay. The location turned out to be the best possible for us as my daughter’s house was less than 2 miles away. Host was super easy to communicate with which I appreciated. Definitely keeping this one on our favorites list.
Stayed 7 nights in May 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Martin S.

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

Simply a great experience

The Host kept us up on all aspects of the process. They even went as far as to have a crib ready for our grandson as well as leaving a box of great cookies for us. But the icing on the cake was that our stay was over Easter, they even provided an egg coloring kit for us. I would recommend this house to anyone with 5 stars
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 9 Apr, 2024
Thank you so much for booking with us! I'm so glad you guys got to utilize everything provided for you, that makes my heart Happy! Safe travels and we hope to see you again soon.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Melody R.

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

Just lovely

We really enjoyed staying at this home, especially after staying in the city in Philly. The space, the parking, the quiet - it was blissful! The home was comfortable, clean, and beautiful. My girls especially loved staying in the charming green room. The kitchen was well-stocked and met all our needs. The beds were comfortable. There were fun, unexpected things like a box of cookies and a welcome note, plus games and books. A laundromat is very close by. We rode the metro to DC, drove our rental car to Mt Vernon, and enjoyed Old Town Alexandria. Thank you for sharing your lovely home!
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 9 Apr, 2024
We are so happy to hear you had a wonderful time. Safe travels on your journey and come back and stay with us anytime!

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Hosted by Quintece Hill-Mattauszek

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