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Private Retreat Minutes from Downtown DC and Surrounded by Trails
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9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 4223.0 sq m
Popular amenities
Explore the area
Bethesda, MD
- American University4 min drive
- Smithsonian's National Zoo10 min drive
- Georgetown University11 min drive
- Washington, DC (DCA-Ronald Reagan Washington National)19 min drive
Rooms & beds
3 bedrooms (sleeps 4)
Bedroom 1
1 Queen Bed
Bedroom 2
1 Single Bed
Bedroom 3
1 Single Bed
2 bathrooms
Bathroom 1
Bathroom 2
Spaces
Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Outdoor play area
Garden
Dining area
About this property
Private Retreat Minutes from Downtown DC and Surrounded by Trails
This is a charming house on a beautiful 17,000 square foot lot with a mature garden. It was built in 1903 by the founder of the Washington Post newspaper. It retains much of the original Victorian feel of the house, amplified by a hardwood floors, antique furniture and period phones from the 20s and 30s. It has three bedrooms upstairs plus a possibility for two guests to stay in the basement where there is a full bath. There is a great garden with a trampoline for kids, a fabulous swing hanging from an enormous elm tree and a garden full of fruit trees and plants. It is 10 minutes from Georgetown and from Bethesda. It is on the C&O Canal Towpath as well as the Capital Crescent Trail, making it great for walking and biking. There is a shopping mall five minutes away for nearby and convenient shopping, restaurants and groceries.
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Amenities
Kitchen
Washing machine
Dryer
Pet-friendly
Free WiFi
Air conditioning
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House Rules
Check in after 4:00 PM
Check out before 11:00 AM
Children
Children allowed: ages 0–17
Events
No events allowed
Pets
Pets allowed: dogs (limit 1 total)
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
Long-term renters welcome
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
About the area
Bethesda
Located on a river, this holiday home is in Brookmont, a neighbourhood in Bethesda. Smithsonian Institution and Kennedy Center are cultural highlights, and some of the area's popular attractions include Smithsonian's National Zoo and National Museum of Natural History. Check out an event or a game at Capital One Arena, and consider making time for National Air and Space Museum, a top attraction not to be missed. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.
Bethesda, MD
What's nearby
- American University - 4 min drive - 3.2 km
- Washington National Cathedral - 8 min drive - 5.6 km
- Smithsonian's National Zoo - 10 min drive - 7.0 km
- Georgetown University - 11 min drive - 7.3 km
- White House - 13 min drive - 10.4 km
Getting around
Restaurants
- McDonald's - 7 min drive
- Millie's - 5 min drive
- Tatte - 6 min drive
- Bluestone Lane - 5 min drive
- Claudio’s Table - 4 min drive
Frequently asked questions
About the host
Hosted by Katharine Feehan
I grew up in a family that loved old furniture, china and books. I was always surrounded by things from the 19th century and this house reflects that upbringing. I also love the outdoors and my husband and I bought this house because we wanted to be near downtown and city amenities but also be in proximity to the river and the Capital Crescent Trail and have the ability to get outside a lot.
Why they chose this property
The neighborhood is a small community oriented neighborhood where everyone knows each other and there are all kinds of holiday events and regular community events from a 4th of July parade to a Christmas/holiday service where all the neighborhood children participate in to a weekly farmers market in the warmer months.
What makes this property unique
Our house is near the District of Columbia while also being walking distance to one of the country's great wild and scenic but also urban rivers, the Potomac River. The river offers never ending opportunities for enjoying nature while being very close to downtown.
Languages:
English, French
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