Lilac House: Stylish, Free Parking, 10 mins to Smithsonian, Cotton Linens

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4 bedrooms2+ bathroomsSleeps 8167 sq m

Popular amenities

Hot tub

Kitchen

Free WiFi

Washer

Dryer

Air conditioning

Explore the area

Alexandria, VA

Fashion Center at Pentagon City6 min drive
Arlington National Cemetery6 min drive
Pentagon8 min drive
Washington, DC (IAD-Washington Dulles Intl.)36 min drive

Rooms & beds

4 bedrooms (sleeps 8)

First level bedroom

1 Double Bed

First level master bedroom

1 Queen Bed

Upper level bedroom

1 Queen Bed

Upper level master bedroom

1 Queen Bed

2 bathrooms, 1 half bathroom

2nd level bathroom

Bathtub or shower · Bathtub · Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 3

Toilet

First level bathroom 1

Bathtub or shower · Bathtub · Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio

Porch or lanai

Kitchen

Separate dining area

Outdoor play area

Garden

Dining Area

About this property

Stylish and comfortable 4bdrm/2.5 bath house. High-end furniture.100% cotton linens. New gourmet kitchen, washer/dryer. 3 queen beds/1 full bed. Free off-street parking in driveway. Centrally located in sought-after North-Ridge Alexandria City, considered one of the best places to live in Virginia. 3 miles to Reagan Airport; 6 miles to Washington Monument and Smithsonian Museums; 2 miles to King St. Metro/Amtrak and Old Town.
Bright and pristine house. Spacious sunroom that is a lovely, tranquil space. New high-end kitchen with large 42" wide refrigerator, gas cooking- note kitchen is small as is customary in most Alexandria homes. Stylishly decorated. Flowering garden. 4 bedrooms (2 on main level, 2 on upper level). 2 full bathrooms (1 on the main level, 1 on the upper level). Half bath in basement. Both full bathrooms have tubs/showers. Washer/Dryer and ironing board. Wood floors, solid walls. Linens are included. 100% cotton, 400 thread count, soft sateen sheets. Lots of towels stocked in the 1st and 2nd floor linen clothes. Toiletries.
Location: Quiet, tree lined street w/mostly single family homes. Centrally located (inside the beltway), in a popular neighborhood called "North Ridge", within Alexandria City. Cafes, coffee shops, convenience stores walking distance (2-3 blocks). Grocery stores, gas stations, Starbucks less than 1/2 mile. Close to shopping malls and big box retail (3-10 min drive). Beautiful historic Old Town Alexandria, King Street Metro and Amtrak Station is 2 miles away. Very fast access to the Smithsonian, Washington Monument, DC Wharf (only go through one traffic light to reach downtown DC)- 10 mins non-rush hour.
Getting Around: Fast access to the highway, so you can reach downtown DC very quickly. In fact, you only need to drive through ONE traffic light to reach downtown DC. For this reason, it is easier to reach downtown DC from here via car/Uber than from many locations within DC and MD. The Washington Monument and National Mall/Smithsonian Museums are approximately 6 miles away. Closest metro and Amtrak train is at King Street Station.
Perfect spot if you prefer more space to spread out with parking in a quiet neighborhood as opposed to staying in DC where accomodations are usually smaller, lack parking and are noisier.

Property manager

Layla Miller

Premier Host

Amenities

Hot tub

Kitchen

Washer

Dryer

Free WiFi

Air conditioning

Kitchen

Washer

Dryer

Free WiFi

House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM

Minimum age to rent: 30

Check out before 11:00 AM

Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17

Events

No events allowed

No parties or events

Pets

No pets allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Living room fireplaces can not be used. No car washing on premises. No wipes/flushable wipes in plumbing. Quiet hours 10pm - 7am.

No parties, smoking or loud music. Only guests on the reservation are allowed on the property. No visitors permitted without prior approval.

Identification (drivers license or passport) required at booking upon request from host.

Damage and incidentals

You will be responsible for any damage to the rental property caused by you or your party during your stay.

Important information

You need to know

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

Note from host: No parties or events

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

We should mention

A car is not required for transport to and from this property

About the area

Alexandria

Located in Alexandria, this holiday home is in the city centre. Arlington National Cemetery and White House are notable landmarks, and travellers looking to shop may want to visit Fashion Center at Pentagon City and Union Station Shopping Center. Travelling with kids? Make time for Smithsonian Institution, or head to an event or a match at Capital One Arena. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.

Alexandria, VA

What's nearby

Birchmere - 4 min drive
Fashion Center at Pentagon City - 6 min drive
Arlington National Cemetery - 6 min drive
National Mall - 7 min drive
Pentagon - 8 min drive

Getting around

Pentagon Transit Center Station - 5 min drive
Alexandria Station - 10 min drive
Ronald Reagan National Airport (DCA) - 13 min drive

Restaurants

McDonald's - 17 min walk
Starbucks - 14 min walk
Guapo's Restaurant - 2 min drive
Palette 22 - 2 min drive
Stellina Pizzeria - 2 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Lilac House: Stylish, Free Parking, 10 mins to Smithsonian, Cotton Linens pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at Lilac House: Stylish, Free Parking, 10 mins to Smithsonian, Cotton Linens?

There is free parking nearby.

What time is check-in at Lilac House: Stylish, Free Parking, 10 mins to Smithsonian, Cotton Linens?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Lilac House: Stylish, Free Parking, 10 mins to Smithsonian, Cotton Linens?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Lilac House: Stylish, Free Parking, 10 mins to Smithsonian, Cotton Linens located?

This family-friendly holiday home is located in the city centre, within 3 mi (5 km) of Birchmere and George Washington Masonic National Memorial. Smithsonian Institution and National Air and Space Museum are also within 6 miles (10 km).

Exceptional

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10/10

Cleanliness

9.8/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

10/10 Excellent

Nicole C.

24 Mar 2024

Liked: Cleanliness, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great weekend!

We had a great stay - one of the cleanest houses I’ve ever stayed in! Loved the plentiful amount of towels, coffee filters (and other kitchen items), location, etc! Great place for our family and would definitely stay again!

Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Bridget K., Detroit Mi USA

24 Aug 2023

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

Great Home!

This was our first official Sisters Trip since 2019, due to the pandemic. The neighborhood is quiet, with friendly neighbors. The host was very responsive to any questions we had about the home. The bedrooms worked for the six of us, the upstairs bedrooms very spacious. The location was an easy drive to Old Town Alexandria and quick Uber ride into Washington DC. We definitely recommend Bluemist for a stay in the Washington DC area!

Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

13 Aug 2023

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

Couldn’t have been better!

Perfect location and beautiful home for family of 5 and a toddler. Neighborhood was quiet and house offered a great day room for family gatherings.

Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Deb C., Leavenworth, KS

1 Aug 2023

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

Fantastic!

My husband, son, and I travel to VA from KS to visit with his brothers and mother almost every summer. Several days’ stay at a hotel is not fun. Layla’s Vrbo was the perfect solution! Mom was able to stay with us as well as another out of town brother and family . It was a great location, comfortable, with every amenity taken care of. Close to Old Town and other shopping/dining areas. Absolutely the best!

Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Sarah B., Shiner, TX

26 July 2023

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

Perfect location!

I loved this house! I brought my mom, sister, and two daughters to visit DC and it was so nice to not have to hunt for parking at the end of the day. It was an easy drive to nearby restaurants and shops and to the nearest metro station to go to the touristy DC things. The house was clean and well stocked with everything we needed. Thank you, Layla!

Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2023

About the host

Hosted by Layla Miller

I majored in Architecture and enjoy creating places that people enjoy spending time in.

Why they chose this property

Everyone who visits comments on how charming it is, which is the reason why it appealed it me. It get lots of natural night, is solidly constructed and has charming details. It is also in a great location for people seeking space and parking while being centrally located in an established neighborhood, with cafes and coffee shops in walking distance.

What makes this property unique

You only need to pass through one, just one, traffic light to reach downtown Washington DC- right where the US Treasury is located. From there, drive 2 blocks to reach the Washington Monument and Smithsonian Museums.