Whimsical 2-Bedroom Nest Near Downtown and the Waterfront

Welcome to The Birdhouse — a delightfully whimsical retreat with personality to spare. Bright, cheerful, and artfully eclectic, The Birdhouse is a charming two-story guesthouse thoughtfully remodeled with our visiting family and friends in mind. Bursting with color, character, and playful bird-inspired details, this inviting space offers comfort without sacrificing creativity.

Centrally located in the heart of Washington, The Birdhouse is just 0.5 miles from historic downtown and 0.7 miles from the waterfront, making it easy to explore the best of the area. Guests enjoy off-street parking directly in front of the house, with optional EV charging (available for an additional fee), and ultra-fast gigabit fiber Wi-Fi with typical speeds well over 500 Mbps.

Downstairs: The Roost
Cozy, welcoming, and perfectly appointed, The Roost features a private bedroom, full bathroom, fully stocked kitchen, living area, and screened-in porch.

Bedroom: Queen-size bed, wardrobe with pull-out hanging bar, and a clever fold-down desk that creates a dedicated workspace when needed. (NOTE: If you require an extra sleeping area downstairs, the sofa in the living area converts to a sleeper for one additional person.)

Bathroom: Compact shower with a wall-mounted shampoo/body wash/conditioner dispenser, hair dryer, vanity mirror, and plenty of plush towels.

Kitchen: A cook’s delight — fully equipped with stove, refrigerator with ice maker, dishwasher, microwave, toaster, coffee maker, NutriBullet®, juicer, air popcorn maker, pots and pans, dishes, cutlery, wine glasses, and more. The kitchen island with two high-top stools is perfect for meals or a glass of wine.

Living Area: Relax with TV, books, and board games. The sofa converts to a sleeper for an extra guest. We do not keep linens in the unit for the sofa. Please let us know if you would like us to make up the downstairs convertible sofa, as an extra sleeping spot, before your arrival. (NOTE: This sofa is short and best suited for someone under 65 inches.)

Screened Porch: Accessed through sliding glass doors — an outdoor oasis ideal for morning coffee or a late-night nightcap.

Upstairs: The Aerie
Light-filled and airy, The Aerie is an open-studio retreat combining living, sleeping, and kitchenette spaces with a private bathroom.

Sleeping Area: Cozy queen-size bed with screen divider, chest of drawers, and full closet for ample storage.

Living Space: Smart TV, books, board games, and a large window seat with comfy cushions — a guest favorite. The sofa converts to a sleeper for an extra guest. We do not keep linens in the unit for the sofa. Please let us know if you would like us to make up the upstairs convertible sofa, as an extra sleeping spot, before your arrival.

Bathroom: Shower with wall-mounted shampoo/body wash/conditioner dispenser, hair dryer, vanity mirror, and plush towels.

Kitchenette: Well stocked with air fryer/toaster oven, small refrigerator, coffee maker, toaster, dishes, cutlery, wine glasses, and more. We also offer dishwashing service, so you don’t need to wash dishes in the bathroom. The countertop can also serve as a dedicated work area with 2 stools tucked underneath and a power source nearby.

Laundry: Washer and dryer conveniently located next to the kitchenette.

Outdoor & Wildlife Notes
The adjacent fenced yard is shared space and is often frequented by us, our cat, and our four friendly dogs. Nature lovers will feel right at home — the area is alive with birds, pollinators, and seasonal blooms. A rotating number of honey bee hives are located at the far back of the property, and the neighboring property is a Monarch Butterfly Waystation, making this a peaceful and vibrant setting for wildlife watching.

PLEASE NOTE: We have several honey bee hives. They are located towards the back of our property. This is quite far from the guesthouse, but if you're allergic, please be cautious.

ALSO NOTE: If you require one or both of the sofas to be made up for an additional person(s), please let us know before your arrival, as we do not keep linens for the sofa beds in the house.