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One Block to Library of Congress- Capitol Hill-English Basement

Holiday home with kitchen, near National Mall

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Sleeper sofa for sitting
Sleeper sofa (almost queen bed) for sleeping
Table and chairs for four
Room
Kitchen sink

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional
1 bedroom1 bathroomSleeps 4

Popular amenities

  • Dryer
  • Parking available
  • Barbecue grill
  • Washer
  • Outdoor space
  • Kitchen

Explore the area

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  • Place, United States Capitol
  • Place, Smithsonian Institution
  • Place, National Mall
  • Airport, Washington, DC (DCA-Ronald Reagan Washington National)

Rooms & beds

1 bedroom (sleeps 4)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed and 1 Double Futon

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Balcony
Dining area

About this property

One Block to Library of Congress- Capitol Hill-English Basement

English basement studio of this newly rebuilt town house is in Capitol Hill Historic district. This efficiency basement room has one queen bed with one shower (full bath) and a sleeper sofa (full /almost queen bed), with all amenities you could need, including a kitchen, microwave, oven, dishwasher and washer/dryer combo. There are utensils, pots, pans, plates, knives and everything you will need in a kitchen. Hair dryer, towels, soap, shampoo, conditioner, iron, ironing board are also provided. Flat screen TV and internet connection are provided too.

Located just 3 blocks from the Capitol, 4 blocks from the Supreme Court, and a little more than one block from the Library of Congress, this property is in a very safe neighborhood with easy street parking. We will provide temporary parking permit for street parking if guests give us the tag number and state of registration before arrival. The Mall, Smithsonian museums, and other popular tourist attractions are within walking distance. In addition, there are two and a half blocks of a wide variety of restaurants, bars, stores and banks just one block away from the house.

Also just moments away, guests can find bus stops and bike share station to explore the city. There are also two metro stations (Eastern Market and Capitol South) only 3 and a half and 4 blocks away. Nationals baseball park is a little more than a mile away.

We take safety seriously. There are three different kinds of carbon monoxide alarm in the basement and fire sprinkler (concealed under round plates on the ceiling). People who want to be green can rejoice as Solar panels power the house. There is a separate thermostat for the basement for you to control the temperature. Entrance is separate from the main house and has keyless lock.

Thank you very much to the guests who stayed with us and gave us nice reviews.
If you need more bedrooms and bathrooms, check out Property number 920276 hosted by the same manager.

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Amenities

Kitchen
Washing machine
Dryer
Air conditioning
Outdoor space
Parking available

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 20
Check out before 11:00 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
Absolutely no smoking (cigarette, pipe, cigar, marijuana, weed, vape e-cigarette) in the house. (Will charge $300 to clean the smell.)

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
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit and a deadlock
Property Registration Number 5007262201002047

We should mention

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

About the area

Washington

Capitol Hill, a neighbourhood in Washington, is home to this holiday home. Smithsonian Institution and Washington Navy Yard are cultural highlights, and some of the area's popular attractions include National Air and Space Museum and National Museum of Natural History. Check out an event or a game at Capital One Arena, and consider making time for Smithsonian's National Zoo, a top attraction not to be missed.
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What's nearby

  • United States Capitol - 11 min walk - 1.0 km
  • Washington Navy Yard - 17 min walk - 1.4 km
  • Smithsonian Institution - 17 min walk - 1.5 km
  • Union Station Shopping Center - 17 min walk - 1.5 km
  • National Mall - 18 min walk - 1.5 km

Getting around

  • Eastern Market Station - 8 min walk
  • Washington Union Station - 17 min walk
  • Ronald Reagan National Airport (DCA) - 21 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Tune Inn Restaurant & Bar - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Good Stuff Eatery - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Starbucks - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Sonoma Restaurant and Wine Bar - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Mr. Henry's Restaurant - ‬5 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is One Block to Library of Congress- Capitol Hill-English Basement pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at One Block to Library of Congress- Capitol Hill-English Basement?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at One Block to Library of Congress- Capitol Hill-English Basement?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is One Block to Library of Congress- Capitol Hill-English Basement located?

Located in Capitol Hill, this holiday home is within a 15-minute walk of Library of Congress and United States Capitol. National Mall and Smithsonian Institution are also within 1 mile (2 km). Eastern Market Station is 8 minutes by foot and Capitol South Station is 9 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. 129 out of 138 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 7 out of 138 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 2 out of 138 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 138 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 138 reviews

9.8/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Staff & service

10/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

10/10

Eco-friendliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

9.8/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

JoAnn

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
The property manager was so responsive and was nice enough to accommodate an early check in for us. We really loved the location of this place. We had events at the capital building and it was about a 10 minute walk.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Michael M.

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

Great location

Small studio walking distance to all sites. I stayed with my daughter to tour DC. The host had great communication and provided milk and eggs. I would come back here with a party of two or maybe three
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Josh v.

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

Great location

Can’t beat the location. Well stocked kitchen and very clean. Definitely will use again.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

John C.

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

Perfect location

Clean, comfortable, well stocked with breakfast food, walking distance to capital. Host is very interested in keeping guests happy.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

anthony v.

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

Great spot

Clean and good spot in dc
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Estelle S.

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

Great little efficiency in quiet neighborhood!

We loved the convenience of all the restaurants and sites within walking distance. The host was great and always checking to make sure we had what we needed. Would stay there again!
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Kathleen V., Washington State USA

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

Nice quiet neighborhood

Easy to get around, Vrbo, bus etc. Has a Starbucks and good restaurant selection within 2 blocks. Apartment has everything you need, great shower and snacks. We enjoyed our stay.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Michele M.

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

Amazing location! Safe, close & stocked!

We loved this place! Stayed with our adult daughters for several days. Owner communication was helpful & informative. 5 minute walk to Library of Congress. Very close to a variety restaurants & shops. Very safe, beautiful neighborhood with ample street parking. Stocked with coffee, snacks, cereal, milk & eggs! Hotel room size but all the appliances of a studio apartment. Would definitely recommend and hope to come back!
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Scott C.

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

Excellent property and location

Clean, well-equipped apartment within easy walking distance of major Washington sites and attractions. Safe, wonderful historic DC neighborhood. Owner was friendly, incredibly helpful, and very easy to communicate with. An ideal property for anyone interested in a DC stay for work or play.
Stayed 6 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jana M.

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

Great rental

We had a great time, all 16 of us ranging from 75-10 years old! Peter was great to work with!!!
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Andrea S.

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

English basement 5 stars

This was our second stay at the English Basement. Peter is an excellent host and very helpful. The place was stocked with milk, eggs, water, cereal and snacks. The AC worked well and was much appreciated during our heat-wave visit. The location is perfect for us. We walk a lot and were able to walk to a Nationals game, as well as monuments and museums. It is also close to a metro station. The neighborhood was safe and secure. We often walked home after 10 pm and never had any problems. We will definitely stay here again for our next visit to DC.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Andrea S.

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

Capital Hill apartment

This property location was amazing. Very walkable, safe and clean neighborhood. We felt very safe walking home at night and leaving our car on the street. The apartment was clean and well stocked. There were even a dozen eggs, a gallon of milk and cereal for us to enjoy. The host, Peter, went above and beyond. He informed us when we had to move our car for street cleaning and checked in on us to see if we needed anything, he even sent us a message that a storm was coming! The apartment is small but clean and comfortable. It was perfect for our family as we just needed a place to sleep and make dinners and wash clothes as needed. We would stay here again in a heartbeat.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jessica B.

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

Great experience but bring ear plugs

This property is in a terrific location, near the Capitol, blocks from two metro stations and close to Eastern Market's restaurants and farmers market. The apartment itself is small but has everything you might want: stove, oven, dish washer, washing machine, iron and ironing board, Keurig, toaster, microwave, first aid kit, ... You get the idea. The owners have thought of almost everything. I appreciated that they have placed notes throughout about how to operate everything. The place was immaculate Peter reached out to me to make sure everything was okay. My only problem was the lack of sound proofing between this basement apartment and the apartment above it. If you are a light sleeper, you may want to bring ear plugs.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Mike B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great location and absolutely wonderful host. Futon converts into comfortable second bed.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Tim

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities
Location and accommodations were top level! Family of 4 loved this place this weekend. We had walked everywhere we needed to go from this fabulous English basement and wonderful DC neighborhood!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

James C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great location and property owner goes out of their way to accommodate
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lora

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The location is a major plus! It's incredibly walkable to many attractions, shops, and restaurants in Capitol Hill. The proximity to the Metro and DC major monuments are also a huge convenience. The condo is well-maintained and well stocked refrigerator with eggs, milk, breakfast cereals among other staple items. I appreciated Peter communication about DC metro area, driving laws, parking, and overall communication was outstanding. We plan to stay in unit on our next stay. Definitely a hidden gem. 



Stayed 5 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Susan I.

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

It had everything we needed.

Well stocked.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Gabriel T.

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

Great local spot for visitors

The lot is definitely cozy, but that’s to be expected in D.C. Peter was very communicative with us. We had a great stay!
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Renjini A.

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

Very

I stayed here with my son for 2 days and had a wonderful experience. The host was very responsive and helpful throughout our stay. The basement apartment was clean, comfortable, and had everything we needed. The location is great, close to landmarks in Washington DC. Highly recommended for short stays!
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jan H.

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

Clean and compact

We enjoyed our weekend in this clean, cozy, comfortable apartment. The neighborhood is safe, quiet, close to restaurants and other attractions. We easily walked to it from Union train station upon our arrival. It is also close to the Metro station at Eastern Market. The host is very easy to communicate with and graciously allowed us early check-in. Our family lives in the neighborhood so we hope to stay here again the next time we visit!
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

6/10 Okay

Randall R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location

Nice Location

The location of this Vrbo is great for anything within walking distance of Capitol Hill. I rented this basement apartment for a short notice trip to DC, primarily for the price and location.The steps down to the only entrance were awkward and may be difficult if one is challenged by stairs. This place was SMALL but adequate for a single person on a short trip. The bed, kitchen, dining table were all located in the 300ish sq. ft. room with a tiny bathroom attached. The shower was as big as the other part of the bathroom. The bed was located at the foot of the basement stairs, which were "closed" by something that looked like cardboard. The ceiling was covered by foam squares that appeared to be for sound deadening. They may have helped with voices or television sounds, but I heard every step of the two in the room above. Thankfully they stopped walking at a reasonable hour.The kitchen was surprisingly well stocked. A few dozen eggs, coffee, snacks, etc. was a pleasant surprise even though I had purchased some groceries.Communication with the owner was very good. No complaints there. Location was perfect for what I needed. Neighborhood seemed relatively safe. I was very luck being able to park just a few doors down, but I don't think you could expect that. In the end, it served its purpose. I won't rent this place if travelling to DC again. A hotel would be better but were near triple regular price due to a historic event in that time period.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

8/10 Good

Mike A.

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

Great location!

Nice capital hill location. Just a short walk to Capital, Supreme Court and library of congress. The neighborhood was very nice and has lots of options for food as well. Great host too!
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2025

8/10 Good

Kathy A.

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

Great neighborhood!

This property was close to where we wanted to be. It had most of what we needed and the check in/communication was phenomenal. The washer/dryer does not dry your clothes just so people can be aware. But it was a comfortable place for a couple.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jason H.

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

Book it now!

We had an amazing stay at Peter's English basement! His communication was excellent from start to finish, making the entire process seamless. The space was extremely comfortable and impeccably clean—just what we needed for our trip. The location is unbeatable! My wife and I visited for the Bruce Springsteen concert and had a blast exploring local restaurants and bars beforehand. We even enjoyed the Eagles game at Tom’s Watch Bar, which was so much fun! On concert day, we spent hours at the Wharf soaking in the atmosphere. We can't wait to come back! Highly recommend this gem!
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

About the host

Hosted by Peter

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I retired after working for about 20 years in Washington DC at a Federal Government Agency. I have also lived here for 30 years and loved every day of it. I may be able to tell you a lot about DC if you ask.

Why they chose this property

It is one of the closest properties to the Capitol and Library of Congress. One block away from several blocks of restaurants, stores and banks. About three blocks from one metro station and four blocks away from another metro stations.

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