Charming row house with fireplace near everything

4.93(484 reviews)SuperhostWashington, District of Columbia, United States

Show all photos

Entire apartment hosted by Alan

5 guests1 bedroom1 bed1 bath

Entire home

You’ll have the apartment to yourself.

Enhanced Clean

This host committed to Airbnb's 5-step enhanced cleaning process.

Self check-in

Check yourself in with the lockbox.

Alan is a Superhost

Superhosts are experienced, highly rated hosts who are committed to providing great stays for guests.

Just 1.5 blocks from the Shaw/Howard U. Metro, this modern English basement apt. with gas fireplace & high ceilings is a walkable spot to a gourmet grocery store, bars, restaurants, the Convention Center, and Chinatown. The home has exposed brick, Bosch appliances, heated bathroom floor--just 5 metro stops to the White House, the Mall and museums. The Shaw neighborhood is vibrant, constantly changing and full of diversity and young people. A great value with an experienced & DC-licensed host!

The space
STREET PARKING is free with a permit I provide. You won't feel like you're in an English basement! Cozy up by the fireplace in the winter and enjoy the cool pad in the summer. Since this is a basement, please note my disclosures below in "other things to note." I personally refurbished this 140-year-old property with one of D.C.'s hottest architects. You can trust that I have taken great care to provide you with fine amenities and attention to detail. This 625 sq. ft. apartment is very comfortable for four people, with two in the bedroom and two others could sleep on the pull-out, queen-sized sofa. There are also 2 single Aerobed blow-up mattresses. If you are traveling as a family, I would consider more than 4 people, but it would be tight. If you need just one night's stay, contact me and we can work something out. I've priced the apartment very competitively using the variable rates AirBnB suggests, based on the time of year. The actual daily cost may be higher or lower than the standard daily rate advertised, but you will always feel like you're getting your money's worth compared to any hotel in DC. If you've used AirBnB before, you know you have to lower expectations just a bit as a budget-conscious traveler (but not too much with this apartment). I also tend to book up fast during peak seasons. Any dates that are grayed out on the calendar you see are booked by other guests. This apartment is a dedicated rental, 365 days a year. I can almost always allow guests to drop their bags after 12:00 noon, but the maid will need a 2-hour window to clean, which can be as late as 5 p.m.

Sleeping arrangements

Bedroom 1

1 queen bed

Amenities

Kitchen

Wifi

Free street parking

TV with standard cable

Washer

Dryer

Air conditioning

Bathtub

Patio or balcony

Indoor fireplace

Show all 38 amenities

Select check-in date

Add your travel dates for exact pricing

4.93(484 reviews)

Check-in

Add date

Checkout

Add date

Guests

1 guest

4.93 out of 5 stars from 484 reviews

Cleanliness

Accuracy

Communication

Location

Check-in

Value

Show all 484 reviews

Location

Washington, District of Columbia, United States

Shaw is the hottest neighborhood in DC right now. There's a great city vibe with nearby bars and restaurants, including a great beer garden 1.5 blocks away. A new gourmet grocery store is only 4 blocks away--a nice stroll through the historic Shaw neighborhood. The colorful row houses were all built at the turn-of-the-century--a classic feature of D.C. Two take-outs are across the street: Chinese and Mediterranean/Indian will do in a pinch, and a 24-hour 7-11 is a block away.

Hosted by Alan

Joined in November 2013

569 Reviews
Identity verified
Superhost

I love to travel the world and host those who want the best experience Washington, D.C. has to offer. You will love the location and attention to detail I have put in my apartment's design. As a high school teacher, I can be available for advice or be as invisible as you'd like. I am LGBT-friendly and open to all guests, kids too. I will ensure you have a great time on your vacation with your partner, spouse, friends or family!

I love to travel the world and host those who want the best experience Washington, D.C. has to offer. You will love the location and attention to detail I have put in my apartment'…

During your stay

Communication is everything :). I will be in touch with you a few days before your arrival--always through the AirBnB site/app. As a high school teacher, I respect all different types of travelers. If you want recommendations, I can sometimes meet at the start of your trip to give you advice, maps and show you where the shops are. I can also be invisible (unless something comes up), if that's what you prefer. I truly enjoy sharing my knowledge I've gained from 25+ years of living in DC.

Communication is everything :). I will be in touch with you a few days before your arrival--always through the AirBnB site/app. As a high school teacher, I respect all different ty…

Alan is a Superhost

Superhosts are experienced, highly rated hosts who are committed to providing great stays for guests.