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Capitol Hill house rental - Newly painted exterior, Spring 2012.
Newly painted exterior, Spring 2012.
  • Capitol Hill house rental - Newly painted exterior, Spring 2012.
    Master bedroom in the front on the second floor. Room for a blow up bed.
    Dining room. Table expands to seat 10.
    Living room at the front of the house. Working fireplace.
    Child's bedroom, queen size bed. Mural painted by Grandma.
    All new kitchen in winter 2012.
  • Capitol Hill house rental - Original 1890 hutch in kitchen.
    Full size bed. Room repainted in March 2013. New furniture, carpet, fixtures.
 
Capitol Hill house rental - Newly painted exterior, Spring 2012.

Newly painted exterior, Spring 2012.

Master bedroom in the front on the second floor. Room for a blow up bed.

Master bedroom in the front on the second floor. Room for a blow up bed.

Dining room. Table expands to seat 10.

Dining room. Table expands to seat 10.

Living room at the front of the house. Working fireplace.

Living room at the front of the house. Working fireplace.

Child's bedroom, queen size bed. Mural painted by Grandma.

Child's bedroom, queen size bed. Mural painted by Grandma.

All new kitchen in winter 2012.

All new kitchen in winter 2012.

Original 1890 hutch in kitchen.

Original 1890 hutch in kitchen.

Full size bed. Room repainted in March 2013. New furniture, carpet, fixtures.

Full size bed. Room repainted in March 2013. New furniture, carpet, fixtures.

  • Bedrooms3
  • Sleeps7
  • 1 Bathroom, 
  • 1 Half Bath

Photos and Description of the Capitol Hill vacation house rental
House, 3 Bedrooms + Convertible bed(s), 1.5 Baths, (Sleeps 5-7)

Don't stay in a hotel! You and your family will be far more comfortable in a three bedroom town house in historic Capitol Hill. Walking distance to the Capitol, the Smithsonian, Metro and TONS of restaurants.

Available during summer holidays only, late June to late August. This is home to a family of four, but we only live here during the school year. In summer, we live on our boat in Annapolis.

Here's what your life could be like if you're able to join us for a week this summer:

Wake up early in the morning and jog to the Lincoln Memorial to watch the sun rise from the spot where Dr. King delivered his I Have a Dream speech.

Pick up some bagels or fresh bread on the way home (or bake your own, don't forget, this is a fully furnished kitchen.)

After breakfast, walk to Union Station (five minutes) to rent bikes for your daylong tour of the National Mall. In 10 minutes, you'll be at the Air and Space Museum, the National Gallery or anywhere on the mall. Meet for lunch outside at the beautiful Sculpture Garden cafe. Grab a kite from the gift shop at the Air and Space Museum, and spend the afternoon flying a kite on the mall.

If it's a Friday night, ride the bikes to Yards Park, near the new Nationals baseball stadium, and take in a free concert. Any other night, leave the kids with a sitter (I'll recommend the ones we use) and head to the hot new neighborhood around Barrack's Row for drinks and dinner.

We love living here and you will too. My wife and I will be your informal advisers on restaurants, sites, transport, baby sitters and more.

Welcome to Washington!

Keywords: town home, capitol hill, furnished, kitchen, Metro, Mall, convenient

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About The Owner

I am a sales manager at a large corporation and my wife is a professional musician and professor at a state university in Maryland. Our two children (10 and 13) have been raised here.

The Owner purchased this house in 1988
Why The Owner chose Capitol Hill

We live here, this is our home. In the summer time, we live on our boat in Annapolis Maryland on the Chesapeake Bay. Since our home is in such a terrific location, we have found that other families very much prefer staying here to squeezing into a hotel room for their vacation in Washington.

What makes this house unique

You will enjoy all the conveniences of a fully furnished home. Order in or cook at home, you'll have everything you need from dishes and cutlery to spices and kitchen tools.

Overview Photos Map Calendar Rates Amenities Reviews (4)
Capitol Hill house rental - Newly painted exterior, Spring 2012.

Newly painted exterior, Spring 2012.

Master bedroom in the front on the second floor. Room for a blow up bed.

Master bedroom in the front on the second floor. Room for a blow up bed.

Dining room. Table expands to seat 10.

Dining room. Table expands to seat 10.

Living room at the front of the house. Working fireplace.

Living room at the front of the house. Working fireplace.

Child's bedroom, queen size bed. Mural painted by Grandma.

Child's bedroom, queen size bed. Mural painted by Grandma.

All new kitchen in winter 2012.

All new kitchen in winter 2012.

Original 1890 hutch in kitchen.

Original 1890 hutch in kitchen.

Full size bed. Room repainted in March 2013. New furniture, carpet, fixtures.

Full size bed. Room repainted in March 2013. New furniture, carpet, fixtures.

Overview Photos Map Calendar Rates Amenities Reviews (4)
Nearest Airport : Ronald Reagan National Airport at 6 Miles
Nearest Train : Union Station at 0.2 Miles
Nearest Motorway : I395 at 0.8 Miles
Nearest Beach : Sandy Point, Annapolis at 37 Miles
Nearest Barpub : many at 0.1 Miles
Nearest Ski : Liberty Mountain at 79 Miles
Nearest Golf : East Potomac Park at 3.9 Miles
Nearest Restaurant : Many at 0.1 Miles
Car: not necessary

Walking distance to the US Capitol, the National Mall, Smithsonian museums, historic Eastern Market, and more. Union Station metro station is a five minute walk. Choose from dozens of restaurants within 2-15 minutes on foot.

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Rental Rates for this vacation house rental in Capitol Hill, Washington DC

Payment is usually accepted in the quoted currency () unless the currency and the amount is specifically agreed in advance with the owner / advertiser.

Notes

  • $2000/wk
  • US Dollars
  • $2000/week
  • $500 refundable security/reservation deposit due within 7 days
  • First 50% of rent due NLT 60 days prior to arrival
  • Remaining 50% of rent due NLT 14 days prior to arrival
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Accommodation and Amenities for this vacation house rental in Capitol Hill, Washington DC

Property Type:
  • house
Meals:
  • Guests provide their own meals
Floor Area:
  • 1900 sq. ft.
  • 3 stories
Theme:
  • Family
  • Historic
  • Romantic
  • Tourist Attractions
General:
  • Linens Provided
  • Living Room
  • Parking Off Street
  • Wireless Internet
  • Air Conditioning
  • Telephone
  • Wood Fireplace
  • Broadband Access
Kitchen:
  • Catering Available
  • Dishwasher ...
    New 2012
  • Refrigerator ...
    New 2012
  • Kitchen ...
    Entirely new in early 2012
  • Cooking Utensils
  • Microwave
  • Stove ...
    Gas. New 2012
  • Dishes & Utensils ...
    Fully equipped kitchen.
  • Coffee Maker
  • Ice Maker
Dining:
  • Dining Area
  • seating for 6 people
Bathrooms:
  • 1 Bathroom, 
  • 1 Half Bath
  • Bathroom 1 -
  • 1.5
Bedrooms:
  • 3 Bedrooms, Sleeps 7
  • Bedroom 1 - 1 queen
    Bedroom 2 - 1 double
    Bedroom 3 - 1 double
    Convertible bed(s) - 1 queen , 1 twin/ single , Good quality air mattresses available as needed.
  • Queen size Beds (1)
Entertainment:
  • Music Library
  • Stereo
  • Books
  • CD Player
Outside:
  • Deck / Patio
  • Outdoor Grill
Suitability:
  • children welcome
  • non smoking only
  • pets not allowed
Attractions:
  • zoo
  • cinemas
  • restaurants
  • live theater
  • museums
  • health/beauty spa
  • arboretum
  • botanical garden
  • churches
  • library
  • marina
  • playground
  • recreation center
  • synagogues
  • theme parks
  • water parks
  • winery tours
Leisure Activities:
  • horseback riding
  • antiquing
  • shopping
  • sight seeing
  • sledding
  • walking
  • boating
  • miniature golf
Local Services & Businesses:
  • ATM/bank
  • Babysitter
  • groceries
  • hospital
  • laundromat
  • massage therapist
  • medical services
  • fitness center
Sports & Adventure Activities:
  • mountain biking
  • fishing
  • rock climbing
  • cycling
  • kayaking
  • sailing
  • swimming
  • wind-surfing
  • water skiing
  • tennis
  • basketball court
  • golf
Notes: Private town home in historic Capital Hill. Old world elegance with modern conveniences. Central air conditioning and brand new kitchen and together with original 1890 Georgia pine floors, pocket doors, 11' ceilings, many original architectural accents and pristine exterior in historic preservation district.
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Reviews for this vacation house rental in Capitol Hill, Washington DC

Family Vacation HQ in the Nation's Capital
average rating of 5.0 based on 4 reviews
business
Family Vacation HQ in the Nation's Capital
http://www.homeaway.com/vacation-rental/p358077vbi
Capitol Hill Washington
Kirkland, WA
5

Home away from Home

5 of 5
Submitted: December 21, 2012 Stayed: June 2012
Our three generation family enjoyed staying in this home last summer for our trip to Washington, D.C. very much. The house was clean, cute and well equipped. Exactly as pictured and described. That I found a place I felt great about having both my parents and children at is really satisfying. All three generations of our family say we'd go back!
Recommended for:  Age 55+, Girls Getaway, Tourists without a Car, Sightseeing, Families with Teenagers, Families with Young Children, Romantic Getaway
business
Family Vacation HQ in the Nation's Capital
http://www.homeaway.com/vacation-rental/p358077vbi
Capitol Hill Washington
Dallas, TX
5

Family from Dallas with children visiting D.C.

5 of 5
Submitted: August 30, 2012 Stayed: July 2012
We could not have been happier with this wonderful row house or its excellent location on Capitol Hill. The home was clean, very easy to live in, and had a beautiful new kitchen, & pretty living & dining rooms with a very spacious table. Photos & description of property were quite accurate, and the owners were responsive, eager to help, & bent over backward for us. Less than 10 min walk to metro, 25 min walk to National Gallery of Art. A terrific value in a pretty neighborhood.
Recommended for:  Adventure Seekers, Tourists without a Car, Sightseeing, Families with Teenagers, Families with Young Children, Romantic Getaway
business
Family Vacation HQ in the Nation's Capital
http://www.homeaway.com/vacation-rental/p358077vbi
Capitol Hill Washington
Temple Terrace, FL
5

Perfect location - wonderful home

5 of 5
Submitted: July 10, 2012 Stayed: July 2012
This home provided a perfect location to sight-see and take in the true DC experience. Property was very roomy and comfortable for our family of 6. (2 adults, 4 children) Great to have top notch kitchen to bring in food from the Eastern Market for mornings or nights to stay in. Easy walking distance to Union Station, Capitol, Library of Congress, Supreme Court and National Mall. Right around the corner from great restaurants and eateries. Loved the historical charm of the neighborhood and feel of the house. Would definitely recommend the house to others and plan to return here should our travels find us in DC again!
Recommended for:  Tourists without a Car, Sightseeing, Families with Teenagers, Families with Young Children
business
Family Vacation HQ in the Nation's Capital
http://www.homeaway.com/vacation-rental/p358077vbi
Capitol Hill Washington
Iowa
5

Great stay in DC

5 of 5
Submitted: August 31, 2011 Stayed: July 2011
We had a great week in DC and very nice accommodations thanks to this owner and his property. The owner's description of the property and the area were right on. The pictures look exactly like what we found at this quaint home. I enjoyed staying in a row house, coming from the midwest! And it is so much easier to stay in a home than in a hotel with 3 kids. We utilized the Metro a LOT since Union Station was a 5 minute walk. We would pass a coffee shop every morning on our way to the Metro for our day of sightseeing! Union Station has quick bites to eat and a couple of restaurants. There is a small grocery store just down the block from this home. The owner was so helpful and very easy to work with. He made sure that our key exchange was convenient and offered restaurant recommendations. One restaurant was Matchbox - we ended up there 2 different nights because we loved it! Being in DC during the first week in August made us really appreciate air conditioning in this home. I can't say enough about the convenience of working with this owner. Lodging can make or break a trip sometimes and we were lucky enough to have a great experience!
Recommended for:  Tourists without a Car, Sightseeing, Families with Teenagers
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