The Bird's Nest - Bus to Nat'l Mall

The bird's nest is a charming room in a nice, quiet residential neighborhood. The studio is in pristine conditions and very clean. The manager, Matthias, was very prompt in answering all our enquiries and helpful in accommodating our needs for our arrival and departure schedules. Overall, I think it's the perfect location if you have a car - if you depend on public transportation you should be aware of the fact that the bus runs every 20 (weekdays) to 40 (sundays) minutes, and that the ride into town (through some pretty neighborhoods) takes 20 to 40 minutes, depending on traffic and the destination.

Originally my husband and I had requested an alternate place and Charlotte had suggested the Bird's Nest would fit our needs better, and it was a lower price! Thank you so much. The Bird's Nest was perfect for us. The location is great; near numerous tasty restaurants, bus stops, coffee and stores. The neighborhood was very nice and safe; we walked and took the bus everywhere we went.

Matthias was our contact for The Bird's Nest and was very, very helpful! He made a special trip over to check the TV for me. We truly appreciated the fresh fruit, teas, etc. which were waiting for us. The apartment is adorable, comfortable, and so light - skylights in each room - that I seldom had to use the electric lights! Having a washer/dryer meant that we didn't have to pack as many clothes. I am a very outdoor person and the little deck was great to sit on. The apartment is surprisingly quiet - only the faint sounds of the piano drift in- which was very pleasant! Internet was good, bed comfy, but the best thing is the neighborhood. We enjoyed the local restaurants within walking distance. AND while my husband had the car at his work, I was able to walk to stores and took a bus into Georgetown- and the bus stop is right on the corner. It was all of the convenience with safety, and lots to do! Thanks again to Matthias - wish I could have heard more piano. P.S. we usually stay at a friend's apt at the Watergate and I liked this much better - but don't tell my friend!

Charlotte and Matthias were excellent hosts! They were incredible accommodating and kept me up to date on everything (including weather advisories - definitely appreciated)! They're place makes it easy to get to central DC, while remaining separated from the busier parts of the city. Also, supermarket and food is close and convenient. Overall I would recommend the space and would gladly stay there again.

We thoroughly enjoyed our stay at Bird's Nest - a cozy apartment in a quaint neighborhood. Very convenient to buses, which enabled us to get all over town to where we needed to go. Matthias gave us a personal tour and could not be more helpful, and Charlotte is a delightful host. Our only complaint is that a week is way too short to take in all the wonderful experiences in Washington D.C. We will have to come back for at least two more weeks! Sandra

We really enjoyed our stay at the Bird's Nest. The apartment is very clean, and it is comfortably furnished. The neighborhood is very pleasant; we walked along the canal after sight-seeing, there are a couple of nice places to eat within walking distance, and it is a very short drive or bus ride to Georgetown. We had a car, but we actually took the bus into the city several times. It's an easy and pleasant ride. Thanks to Matthias for welcoming us; my daughter was thrilled to find a balloon and some treats for her birthday! A very nice touch. We will definitely stay there again for our next visit.

We had a great time at the Bird's Nest. Very clean, nice bathroom, and the washer/dryer were a big plus. There's a foldout euro-style couch (way better than a sleeper sofa) and an alcove with a single bed that our daughter loved because she could close some folding doors and have a little privacy. The apartment is very quiet and is on a busline convenient for access to downtown DC. Lots of excellent restaurants within walking distance. We didn't use our car once while we were there. Highly recommended.

The Bird's Nest was a great place to rest after a day of sightseeing. My nine-year-old loved having her own space and we loved relaxing on the deck. I couldn't recommend it enough.

We absolutely loved The Bird's Nest. It had everything that we needed. I felt like I was staying at a friend's house, but they weren't there. I loved having a parking place and a washer and dryer. The neighborhood was very nice and safe. I highly recommend The Bird's Nest. Charlotte was very professional and Matthias was very helpful. Our first stay in DC was great! I only wish that we had more time. Thank you!

We enjoyed a wonderful visit in DC made even more relaxing and comfortable by the wonderful accomodations at the Bird's Nest. We enjoyed the privacy, beautiful decor, the immaculately clean apartment as well as the quiet and convenient location. Mattias was a wonderful and caring host checking to make sure all our needs were met and questions answered. He was a wonderful source of information for DC and the local area as well. The apartment was even closer to the National Mall and the Potomac waterfront than we knew and the boys and I were able to ride our bikes there as well as along the Potomac River which was an absolute plus as we love the outdoors. Kayaks and canoes were available for rent in the immediate area as well. Thank you Charlotte and Mattias for making our trip to DC feel safe and welcoming. We wish you all the very best!

It was a great experience stay at The Best of Washington, DC! Charlotte is so nice and friendly. The suit is so clean and beautiful. The location is so easy to get round in DC. YES, we will go back!

highest recommendations,

The Pallisades area which is just west of Georgetown is a charming, safe and quaint neighborhood. The unit Pallisades Plush was truly as it was advertised. The unit was immaculate. The facilities, including the kitchen & laundry were impecible. The queen sized bed was very comfortable. The list of "House Rules" which was emailed to us contained many valuable suggestions for sights and just getting around Washington DC. I will admit taking the taxi the first day from Union Station was a bit daunting as we left Washington DC. John & I were determined to use public transportation during our visit. As it turns out the D6 bus stop which is located across the street from the unit will get you to and from all of the Washington DC sites. It was reliable and the entire transportation system is clean & well run. We purchased Smart trip transportation cards in advance which are very convenient to use. We certainly had privacy and felt safe in the area. We would leave early and return usually after dark. Some days we would combine the bus route with the Metro to get us to our destination. For our return to Union Station we were confident enough that we used the D6 bus to take us & our luggage. The cost? For John & I to Union Station was $3. (The Taxi on the way to the Pallisades cost $30.) Again if you are arriving by Amtrak and purchased a sleeping car fare, you can check your luggage in the Aceola Louge in Union Station for free just by showing your Amtrak ticket proving that you had the sleeping car accommodation coming to Washington DC. For those driving an automobile, my suggestion would be to drive to a Metro station that has parking available and then use the Metro to get to your destination in Washington DC.

This comfortable apartment is as beautiful as it looks in the photos. Very well fitted with many thoughtful extra touches. The kitchen and bathroom are newly fitted and especially good. Situated in a quiet forested suburb, a car would be ideal as there is street parking, however it is also very accessible by public transport. We did not have a car but the bus route is a short walk and runs every 20 mins into Georgetown, Du Pont circle and Downtown. The owners are really hospitable and friendly, ready to help and give local maps and advice. We enjoyed our 4day visit, the choice of local restaurants is great, with Starbucks and shops also only a short walk away. It was like home away from home and we would love to return on another visit.

We enjoyed our stay in Charlotte's B&B very much. It was in a lovely area, very peaceful and quiet and felt very private as it had its own entrance and faced onto the back garden. The room and facilities were clean and comfortable and it was a nice place to come back to after a day's sightseeing. Charlotte is a delightful person and did everything she could to make our stay enjoyable and could give us some good tips about local restaurants and places to visit. We can highly recommend this B&B.

Amazing location! Nice and clean row house basement. I felt very comfortable and safe here. Was sad to leave.

The DuPont Circle Retreat is exactly that! A wonderful retreat! One evening after walking miles, we were so hungry that we got Pizza from the place on P Street, got some beverages at a grocery on P Street, and walked the 1/2 block to the apartment and had the best relaxing dinner on the patio. We left on an adventure every day. The metro was easy to navigate, but frequently we just walked the entire way to our destination...the Smithsonian... the Kennedy Center... We felt comfortable and safe everywhere we went within miles of DuPont Circle. A wonderful stay, thank you! Charlotte was wonderful and extremely helpful via email prior to our stay, and our stay went smoothly. I would definitely stay here again, as the location was wonderful. The apartment was clean and comfortable.

Fantastic apartment! Very conveniently located. Will return next time we are in Washington DC.

great space and Charlotte and Denise were wonderful to deal with throughout the process

Charlotte is a fantastic host. She did everything she could to help and make our stay enjoyable. She had also clearly done all she could to address previous guests' concerns. Our experience was so great though, theses additions were not necessary. The condo was very tidy and comfortable with enough space for our group (3 adults and a 9month baby). Friends of ours had stayed with Charlotte before and she lived up to their recommendation.

In April, this native Washiontonian went back to Charlotte P and AirBnB for a repeat booking in DC. Through Charlotte, I was introduced to another wonderful property in my favorite neighborhood. The Riverview home was incredibly special—spacious, beautifully appointed, gorgeous location and my host, Denise, was just wonderful— so thoughtful at every turn. Thanks to Charlotte, I always look forward to my next trip back "home"!