The Smithsonian Vacation House - Walk To The Museums - Free Parking - Waterfront - Washington

3 bedrooms2+ bathroomsSleeps 8149 sq m

Popular amenities

Hot tub

Kitchen

Barbecue grill

Washer

Dryer

Air conditioning

Explore the area

Washington, DC

National Mall11 min walk
National Air and Space Museum12 min walk
United States Capitol18 min walk
Washington, DC (IAD-Washington Dulles Intl.)37 min drive

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 8)

Bedroom 1

1 Double Futon and 1 King Bed

Bedroom 2

2 Single Beds

Bedroom 3

2 Single Beds

2 bathrooms, 1 half bathroom

Bathroom 1

Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 2

Bathtub or shower · Toilet · Jetted bathtub

Bathroom 3

Toilet

Spaces

Kitchen

Dining Area

About this property

The Smithsonian Vacation House - Walk To The Museums - Free Parking - Waterfront

Why stay at a Hotel, when your entire family can stay in the center of the District of Columbia, only blocks from the National Air & Space Museum in the DC waterfront area for Much less! Absolutely wonderful describes this house, a spacious Three-bedroom, 2 full + 1 half baths, 2-level town home located in Waterfront/SW, Washington DC’s beautiful marina district. Just walking minutes from L'Enfant Plaza mall, metro, Smithsonian, museums, and the Mall, this home is close to I-395 going to Virginia and Maryland. Walk to the Cherry Blossoms, the fireworks on the Mall, and the WWII & Vietnam memorials. Boasting a fabulous location, the Smithsonian Vacation House is on a quiet cul-de-sac with off-street parking, yet it is in walking distance to shopping and restaurants. Don't delay, book today! We look forward to servicing you.

This lovely Capitol Hill property offers the option of 2 levels featuring 3 Bedrooms with 2 1/2 Bathrooms or 3 levels featuring 4 Bedrooms with 3 1/2 Bathrooms to accommodate up to 14 guests! Contact us today for details!

Property manager

Wavely Veney

Languages

English

Amenities

Hot tub

Kitchen

Washer

Dryer

Air conditioning

Barbecue grill

Kitchen

Washer

Dryer

Free WiFi

House Rules

Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17

Events

No events allowed

Pets

No pets allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

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

Host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip

Host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property

Property Registration Number Long-Term Only

We should mention

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

About the area

Washington

Located on the waterfront, this holiday home is in Southwest, a neighbourhood in Washington. Union Station Shopping Center and Fashion Center at Pentagon City are worth checking out if shopping is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore National Mall and Tidal Basin. Looking to enjoy an event or a game? See what's going on at Capital One Arena or Nationals Park. Waterskiing and rafting offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with hiking/biking trails and cycling nearby.

What's nearby

National Mall - 11 min walk
National Air and Space Museum - 12 min walk
United States Capitol - 18 min walk
National Museum of African American History and Culture - 2 min drive
White House - 5 min drive

Getting around

Washington Union Station - 8 min drive
Waterfront Station - 8 min walk
Ronald Reagan National Airport (DCA) - 13 min drive

Restaurants

McDonald's - 9 min walk
Gordon Ramsay Hell's Kitchen - 11 min walk
Bartaco - 10 min walk
Surfside - 8 min walk
Gordon Ramsay Fish & Chips - 9 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is The Smithsonian Vacation House - Walk To The Museums - Free Parking - Waterfront pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

Where is The Smithsonian Vacation House - Walk To The Museums - Free Parking - Waterfront located?

Located in Southwest, this holiday home is within a 15-minute walk of Museum of the Bible, National Mall and National Air and Space Museum. Smithsonian Institution and International Spy Museum are also within 15 minutes. Waterfront Station is 8 minutes by foot and L'Enfant Plaza Station is 8 minutes.

8.4

Very good

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7.6/10

Cleanliness

6.0/10

Amenities

5.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.6/10

Check-in

8.2/10

Communication

9.2/10

Location

7.8/10

Listing accuracy

10/10 Excellent

Matt D.

28 Nov 2022

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

great location

location was fantastic - the owner was easy to communicate with - had a few things pop up but nothing that would cause us to not stay there again or work with the property owner

Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2022

10/10 Excellent

Avery C.

14 July 2022

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

Super convenient, super cute

This charming townhouse was just what we needed for our DC vacation. We were able to walk nearly everywhere. The beds were comfortable, the neighborhood was quiet, parking was a snap due to the dedicated parking spot, and groceries were minutes away.

Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Christopher Z., Gardner, KS USA

10 July 2022

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Excellent for the cost.

The place is close enough to the National Mall to walk almost anywhere. Place had some minor damage when we got there but nothing bad. Worst thing was a bug was in kitchen, but the place was clean so I am assuming it came from another attached unit. For what it costs, this is a great place!

Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2022

2/10 Terrible

Lisa K.

6 July 2022

Disliked: Cleanliness, communication, listing accuracy

Do Not Stay Here

The home was so run down and dirty no one got a good nights sleep in a week!! Upon check in the AC wasn’t adjusted like we were told it would be-so miserably hot. The door to the master bathroom is broken off the hinge-homeowner said they would fix it the next day and never heard another word and it was never fixed. Every towel in the home was left wet in the dryer so no one could dry off until they were all rewashed. After we had to go get laundry soap that was said to be provided. The “courtyard” is dirty and stairs are unsafe to walk on and could break at any moment-we couldn’t even bbq or enjoy the outdoors. The cockroach that greeted us was unpleasant, but we should have known that was how our stay would be. Don’t let any pictures or “good” reviews sway you. This house is horrible!!!! We flew across the country for this vacation and would never want another family to be as shocked and as disappointed as we were. We have many pictures to prove just how bad this house is!!!

Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

David V.

28 June 2022

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

Family and Location

This property is well-suited for families visiting Washington DC. The location is great, a pleasant neighborhood in SW Washington, not far from the Capitol, the American Indian Museum, the Air and Space Museum. While the property has undergone a great deal of renovation, the front door lock needs work and the door to the master ensuite bath is falling off its hinges. Routine maintenance items. Also we have not yet heard anything about out damage deposit being returned.

Stayed 6 nights in May 2022

About the host

Hosted by Wavely Veney

Home owner and caretaker to all! I love to please and I'm a believer in quality over quantity.

Why they chose this property

I learned about this property a few years ago from a friend and fell in love with the vision to restore this property to its original beauty. Such an exquisite area deserves a beautiful home!