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Big and Comfy in Forest Hills\Cleveland Park by the Metro & Zoo! King Size Bed!

Apartment with kitchen, near Smithsonian's National Zoo

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Front of House
Master Bedroom
Kitchen Table
Fully Stocked Kitchen
Spacious Shower

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional
2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 4

Popular amenities

  • Washer
  • Dryer
  • Fireplace
  • Kitchen
  • Outdoor space

Explore the area

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  • Place, Smithsonian's National Zoo
  • Place, American University
  • Place, White House
  • Airport, Washington, DC (DCA-Ronald Reagan Washington National)

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 4)

Bedroom 1

1 King Bed

Bedroom 2

2 Double Beds

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Kitchen
Outdoor play area
Garden

About this property

Big and Comfy in Forest Hills\Cleveland Park by the Metro & Zoo! King Size Bed!

Centrally located in the heart of Cleveland Park/Forest Hills, this gorgeous stately Federal Townhouse English basement apartment is located on a SAFE, quiet tree-lined block, just two blocks from the Metro and the Scandinavian Embassy, Levine Music School, Howard Law School and Burke High School. Relax in a private space after a long, lovely day enjoying DC.
This apartment has its own private entrance, a few steps from the walkway. Relax in a cozy space after enjoying site seeing in DC. Come ‘home' to a fully renovated private apartment with separate entrance, a small fully-stocked kitchen with sunny windows, a new bathroom, a 40" Samsung Smart TV and a full size washer/dryer. We have personalized QR codes for WiFi access as well as Property and Neighborhood details. Please note, there is no dishwasher; however, eating utensils are sanitized before you arrive and high-touch areas are cleaned with Clorox disinfectants. The master bedroom has a California King size bed with a super comfortable Casper mattress and the second bedroom has two full size beds (both with Casper mattresses). There is also a pull out sofa - enough space to accommodate 6 people. This apartment is 2 blocks from the local Giant grocery store, CVS and several wonderful ethnic restaurants. You can also walk to the various Embassies or head straight into Rock Creek Park, by Peirce Mill. The property is easily accessible to the UDC/Van Ness Metro Station (2 blocks), bus stops (1 block) and City Bike Share (1 block) and scooters galore. If you have a car, we can secure a parking permit for our block and may be able to offer garaged parking for an additional fee, though check with us first.

Guest access
You will have access to the entire 2 bedroom basement garden apartment, with its own separate entrance. You also have access to the backyard which has a fire pit, turf area and basketball hoops. Very private space. Come and go as you please!

Other things to note
We have three children who would happily entertain yours if you arrive as a family. We are just steps away from several Embassies (Netherlands, Indonesia, Kuwait, Honduras, and others) as well as the Howard University School of Law, and several local independent schools and universities (Sidwell, Burke, American U., Georgetown U, etc) If you have any associates at those locations, you are extremely close!

*bonus: If you need a sitter, our teenage daughter loves to babysit and is often available!

License number
Host License: 5007242201002387

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Amenities

Kitchen
Washing machine
Dryer
Free WiFi
Air conditioning
Outdoor space

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House Rules

Check in after 3:00 PM
Check out before 10:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

No pets allowed
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

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 indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Property Registration Number 5007242201002387

About the area

Washington

Located in Washington, this apartment is in the city centre. Smithsonian Institution and Kennedy Center are cultural highlights, and travellers looking to shop may want to visit Union Station Shopping Center and Fashion Center at Pentagon City. Smithsonian's National Zoo and National Museum of Natural History are not to be missed. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.
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What's nearby

  • Smithsonian's National Zoo - 18 min walk - 1.6 km
  • American University - 7 min drive - 2.5 km
  • Howard University - 12 min drive - 4.9 km
  • Georgetown University - 14 min drive - 4.8 km
  • White House - 17 min drive - 6.9 km

Getting around

  • Van Ness-UDC Station - 5 min walk
  • New Carrollton Station - 19 min drive
  • Ronald Reagan National Airport (DCA) - 26 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Starbucks - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪Bread Furst - ‬10 min walk
  • ‪Medium Rare - ‬11 min walk
  • ‪7-Eleven - ‬11 min walk
  • ‪Tikka - ‬4 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is Big and Comfy in Forest HillsCleveland Park by the Metro & Zoo! King Size Bed! pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at Big and Comfy in Forest HillsCleveland Park by the Metro & Zoo! King Size Bed!?

Self-parking is available for a fee.

What time is check-in at Big and Comfy in Forest HillsCleveland Park by the Metro & Zoo! King Size Bed!?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Big and Comfy in Forest HillsCleveland Park by the Metro & Zoo! King Size Bed!?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Big and Comfy in Forest HillsCleveland Park by the Metro & Zoo! King Size Bed! located?

Located in Northwest, this apartment building is within 1 mi (2 km) of Rock Creek Park and Smithsonian's National Zoo. Howard University is 2.9 mi (4.6 km) away. Van Ness-UDC Station is 5 minutes by foot and Cleveland Park Station is 11 minutes.

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 34 out of 37 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 3 out of 37 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 37 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 37 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 37 reviews

9.8/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

9.8/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Isaca E.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great hosts!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Gretchen V.

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

Great place

Very clean, quiet street, close to metro. Would stay here again.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Luke C.

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

Great Location

We enjoyed out stay. The proximity to the Metro was key. Grocery store was a short walk away. Our host was outstanding. Communication was excellent. We had a great trip!
Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Gail L.

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

Spacious and close to Metro

Great space with comfortable leather sofa. The outdoor patio looked like it had great potential once it was set up. A grocery store close to the Metro station was very convenient.
Stayed 8 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sara M.

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

Great location

This was a great little place in a very nice neighborhood.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Sean B.

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

Perfect Car-free / Family Friendly

Great place to stay and had everything we needed as a family of four. Kitchen has all the appliances needed to cook any mean. Beds were very comfortable and the "kids" room was separate enough from the living area they could go to sleep without being disrupted by the living area. The house was a very easy walk to a metro station. Had no concerns walking to it with our 9yo daughter and never had to cross a major road to get to an entrance. Backyard area was beautiful. Could not have asked for a better place or host.
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Valencia B.

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

Very nice stay

Apt was very nice, clean, well stocked with necessities. Host was very attentive with any of my questions and communicated in a timely manner. Loved the location and the fact we parked for free. Would definitely reserve again next time in the DC area.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Sarah V.

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

Perfect Stay to Explore DC

We had a great stay. It was the perfect size for my family of 4. Each kid got their own bed and loved sharing the bedroom. It was close to the metro. We embraced public transportation daily. Easy checkin and out. Would definitely stay again if we visit DC.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Carol T.

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

Great location and relaxing

We enjoyed being so close to the Metro and every service we could possibly want. The apartment was a great place for the four of us to unwind after a busy day of sightseeing. The hosts were on top of everything including getting us a parking pass for the one day we rented a car. Can't wait to stay again.
Stayed 6 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

BRIAN B.

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

Feels Homey

Rod was great. Close to everything
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Albert C.

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

Comfortable stay for family of four

Exactly what we wanted: close to bus and Metro, grocery store, bakeries, restaurants, bookstores, parks, playgrounds, and easy to get downtown to the sights. We were not looking for hotel-like accommodations in the heart of DC. Very easy to communicate with the property owner.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Leneigha D.

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

Comfortable, easy access to Metro, good value.

Great value for the money. It is a basement unit so there are a few stairs ( five or six?) to navigate from the gate at the side of the house to access the door to the unit. The unit has windows but not as light as if it were a first or second floor unit. The backyard sitting area in the spring and summer is a great feature though the weather did not permit us to take advantage of it on our stay. The metro is an easy couple of blocks walk away. The unit also has everything you'll need. The separation between the two bedrooms is very good. There is a grocery store within easy walking distance, so stocking the fridge, if you do not have a car, is not difficult. If you value your money and want to save more of it to spend enjoying the sights around D.C., you will find this a comfortable place to stay while you visit.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer B.

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

Great location

My husband, 9-yo son, and I had an enjoyable stay at this garden apartment. It's located on a quiet street and is just a few blocks from the closest Metro station, which allowed us to get around easily. It's only about a mile to the zoo, so we were able to walk there and get a bite to eat on the way home (there are quite a few restaurants near both the Van Ness and the Cleveland Park Metro stop). Rod is probably the best host I've ever worked with - he was friendly, knowledgeable, and responsive. Other hosts could learn a thing or two from him and his lovely family! He even showed my son where the basketball hoop was so he could burn off some energy after our travels. The apartment itself is clean and comfortable, but there are a few quirks. There is some muffled noise from upstairs (I suggested they add a fan to each bedroom for white noise to get around this). Part of the ceiling in the living room and primary bedroom is quite low, so keep that in mind if you're on the tall side (my 6'3" husband had to duck). The layout is a little odd, with the entrances to the bedrooms being a bit far apart, so those with younger children may find that difficult to maneuver (or may welcome the distance, depending on your perspective ;) Speaking of younger kids, there were some toys and games if you are stuck inside for any reason, and there were also extra toiletries in case you forget anything. Overall, we had a great stay and loved the hosts and location!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Tonya B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The location of the home is very close to the metro. The neighborhood is very family friendly. The space was clean and comfortable. The owners were very quick to respond to any questions and very gracious.
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Bryan K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great hosts and a great location. Truly enjoyed our stay.
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Michael D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
A very comfortable apartment with excellent, caring hosts. The location is perfect for exploring DC and the neighbourhood has the shops and restaurants you need. Highly recommended!
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Pamela H.

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

comfortable and convenient for family of 4

Rod was a wonderful host, getting back to me quickly regarding questions and providing lots of on-point recommendations. He met us on the walkway to the property right on schedule, and we got to meet his kind wife and three kids that first day. The neighborhood is honestly beautiful, established, tree-lined, gorgeous four square homes with native gardens. Several locals walking dogs, out for jogs, pushing strollers... just a really family-friendly place. Tricky street parking. There's lots of room to spread out in the basement apartment (big leather sectional couch and a full basket of varied books and a shelf of games), a comfy king mattress plus a bed for each of our teenagers in a separate area, a kitchen with dishes and glasses and ready-to-go ice in the freezer, and a dining table with 6 chairs. Rod left 3 metro cards for us on the dining table so that we could simply load fare right on to them during our stay. Huge refrigerator, washer/dryer tower in kitchen, excellent window A/C unit which was super duper helpful during the 100 heat wave last week of June 2025. Small but serviceable bathroom. Can hear family walking above.We were able to walk to UDC across the street, to many embassies (extra security near Israel embassy at this point), and past cute restaurants and the local Giant grocery store. It only took us about 8 minutes to walk to the Van Ness metro station and about 20 minutes to walk south to the Smithsonian Zoo. We felt safe!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Karlie S.

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

Just right

This worked perfectly for my husband and our two teens. Rod was a great communicator and even started a fire for us to enjoy.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Camralee W.

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

Comfortable, great location

We enjoyed the quiet street and handy access to Metro. Rod provided lots of research material for getting around and places to see. Very comfortable beds. Small but easy to use kitchen. We loved the backyard.
Stayed 8 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jessica C.

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

D.C. trip

Easy communication with owners, nice, safe neighborhood, plenty of room, walking distance to restaurants and shops.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jon P.

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

Great place

Rod and the hosts are amazing. Great location and stay!
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Stephanie A.

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

Great location and great people

This place makes for a wonderful stay! The hosts were very gracious, the neighborhood is great for walking, and the proximity to the metro is excellent.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2024

8/10 Good

Ana G.

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

Excellent location

Truly enjoyed the basement apartment due to its proximity to my daughter’s apartment. My cousins had never visited DC. They truly enjoyed the sights. Thanks!
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Nadine k.

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

A wonderful stay

It was a wonderful time. The apt was exactly as it was stated. Owner was at our service whenever needed. Totally private...great location for Metro. Grocery store on way back to apt from Metro. Just a very nice place to stay.
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Timothy C.

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

DC trip

good
Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2023

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