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Urban Oasis: Vibrant Charm 5 Mins from DC!

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Point of interest
Exterior
Smart TV
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
4 bedrooms, desk, iron/ironing board, travel cot

Reviews

9.6 out of 10

Exceptional

Entire home

4 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 12

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Washer
  • Outdoor space
  • Kitchen
  • Air conditioning
  • Dryer

About this property

Entire place

You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

Urban Oasis: Vibrant Charm 5 Mins from DC!

Welcome to our charming retreat, blending the allure of an older home with modern comfort. Whether you're exploring iconic D.C. landmarks or on business in Arlington, our quaint abode is your ideal retreat. Nestled in the vibrant Ballston/Clarendon area, surrounded by enticing dining, shopping, and entertainment, our home is a leisurely stroll to the Ballston Metro station, connecting you effortlessly to all the tourist hotspots in Washington D.C.

Bedroom 1: Queen Bed w/Dresser| Bedroom 2: 2 -Twin Beds w/Dresser & 50” TV | Bedroom 3: Queen Sofa Sleeper w/Desk | (TOP LEVEL) Bedroom 4: Queen Bed w/en-suite full bath & TV| Upstairs Loft Area: Twin Daybed w/Twin Trundle |Additional Sleeping: Pack ‘n Play

OTHER AMENITIES: Iron/Ironing Board, High Chair and Pack ‘n Play are available free of cost/use, if needed.

MAIN FEATURES: Open living space, Smart TV w/ premium cable & Netflix, Full Jack N Jill style bathroom on main floor (between Queen & Twin bedrooms), & desk/workspace area. Top Level: Loft space for smaller gatherings

KITCHEN: Fully stocked kitchen to include dishwasher, refrigerator, stove/oven, microwave, Keurig coffee maker, dishware/flatware, trash bags + paper towels, spices, garbage disposal, high chair

GENERAL: Free Wi-Fi, central A/C & heating, keyless entry, laptop friendly, complimentary toiletries, iron/board, linens/towels, hair dryers, hangers, board games

PARKING: Designated private driveway parking for guest use only. Can easily accommodate between 3-4 cars or 2-3 SUVS.

An 8-minute drive takes you to historic Georgetown, while a 10-minute drive immerses you in the Smithsonian Museums, Washington Monument, Arlington Cemetery, and the World War II Memorial. Craving seafood? A quick 10-minute drive to The Wharf satisfies your culinary desires. Feeling lucky? A 20-minute drive leads to the National Harbor/MGM Casino for a thrilling night out.


Property manager

Kelly Benkahla

Languages

Spanish

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in the house: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Car not required
  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Electric kettle
  • Hob
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Paper towels
  • Refrigerator
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 4 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided
  • Sofa bed

Bathroom

  • 2 bathrooms
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Living room
  • Separate dining area

Entertainment

  • Games
  • Smart TV with cable/satellite channels

Outdoor areas

  • Garden

Laundry

  • Laundromat nearby
  • Washing machine

Work spaces

  • Desk
  • Desk chair

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • Near a health/beauty spa
  • Near a hospital
  • Near a zoo
  • Near an outlet shopping centre

Things to do

  • Water park
  • Basketball nearby
  • Casino nearby
  • Cycling nearby
  • Golfing nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
  • Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • First aid kit
  • Fire extinguisher
  • Deadbolt lock

General

  • Garden

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Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Contactless check-in and check-out are available
Minimum check-in age - 25

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM
Contactless check-out

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

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
This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation

We should mention

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

Property is also known as

Vrbo Property
4 Bdrm/2 BTH Home Walk to Metro/5 min to DC
✨4 BDRM/2 BTH Home –Walk to Metro/5 min to DC✨ Arlington

About the area

Map
Arlington, VA

What's nearby

  • Ballston Quarter - 13 min walk - 1.1 km
  • Virginia Hospital Center - 14 min walk - 1.2 km
  • Georgetown University - 6 min drive - 6.4 km
  • Arlington National Cemetery - 10 min drive - 7.5 km
  • Fort Myer - 12 min drive - 9.2 km

Getting around

  • Ballston Station - 12 min walk
  • Washington Union Station - 20 min drive
  • Ronald Reagan National Airport (DCA) - 11 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Silver Diner - ‬12 min walk
  • ‪Shake Shack - ‬14 min walk
  • ‪Starbucks - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪Uncle Julio's - ‬11 min walk
  • ‪IHOP - ‬14 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is Urban Oasis: Vibrant Charm 5 Mins from DC! pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Urban Oasis: Vibrant Charm 5 Mins from DC!?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Urban Oasis: Vibrant Charm 5 Mins from DC!?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Urban Oasis: Vibrant Charm 5 Mins from DC! located?

This family-friendly Arlington holiday home is located in Waycroft - Woodlawn, within 2 mi (3 km) of Ballston Quarter and Marymount University. Eden Center and Potomac River are also within 3 miles (5 km). Ballston Station is 12 minutes by foot and Virginia Square Station is 21 minutes.

Urban Oasis: Vibrant Charm 5 Mins from DC! Reviews

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

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9.8/10

Cleanliness

9.0/10

Amenities

9.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Ragen N., Scott City, KS

Liked: Cleanliness
Safe, clean location
Great stay, just as pictured/ described!
Stayed 6 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Louise B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great location
It was in a great location since we were going to Arlington National Cemetery and also to DC
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2024

8/10 Good

Nathan M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024

8/10 Good

Misty H.

Liked: Cleanliness
Family Vacation Stay
The house was perfect for what we needed. There was plenty of parking and the house was easy to find. Our questions were answered promptly. It was clean and had plenty of space for our group of 7. Kitchen is small but we didn’t cook much so it was not an issue. With 3 teenage girls, we had no issues with hot water for showers.
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2024

8/10 Good

Shaul G.

Liked: Cleanliness
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Faye T.

Liked: Cleanliness
Plenty of Room & Convenient to Everything
There were plenty of rooms with comfortable beds to house our family, with a great living & dining area to gather together. A short walk to the Metro gave us access to everything we wanted to get to in the city. The kids enjoyed the park, which was a quick two-block walk away. The kitchen was small, but had everything we needed. Our host was responsive, check in and out was easy. If we’re ever in DC again, this will be our first choice!
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Michael C.

Liked: Cleanliness
DC trip
The location is great. There is restaurants within walking distance and it is a short trip to the national mall.
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Aaron G.

Liked: Cleanliness
Wonderful property, wonderful host!
Our stay couldn’t have been more enjoyable! The warm and welcoming property was easy to find, and the check-in process was very easy. The property was well appointed, and had so many thoughtful details! We loved the large screen tvs in multiple rooms, the terrific A/C and the kitchen stocked with virtually everything we needed to prepare breakfasts and dinner for our large family. The property is very kid friendly, with lots of sleeping options. The neighborhood was convenient to shopping and restaurants, and felt very safe. Kelly, our host, was very responsive, and cheery! We’re very grateful to her for her hospitality and understanding. All in all, this house was the perfect perch from which our family enjoyed our Washington DC reunion.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

lin z.

Liked: Cleanliness
wonderful stay
easy to get to train station and owner was responsive!
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2024

8/10 Good

Marsha S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Convenient to Metro, good restaurants & walking area, plenty of sleeping space
Good place for DC sites
Stayed 4 nights in May 2024

4/10 Poor

Rene H.

Liked: Cleanliness
Clean, safe neighborhood very tiny kitchen
Almost everything was fine with the home. We felt safe. Communication with host was great. Plenty of towels and linens. Clean throughout. Maintained yard. The only problem which was huge for us: The kitchen was super small. It also housed the stacked washer and dryer. With a large family trying to cook meals in, it was not a good set up.
Stayed 5 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Julie Z., Buffalo, NY

Liked: Cleanliness
Arlington stay
Great place! Location is easy to get to from Ballston.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Valdeva C.

Liked: Cleanliness
Well-stocked, clean, great loc, comfy
This adorable home was perfect for our group of 7 - 2 adults and 5 kids aged 6-16. The tiny kitchen was well-stocked with whatever we needed for cooking and eating. They made use of every square inch of the space. All appliances worked well and there was also a washer drier combo there as well. The dining table fit us perfectly. The living room had ample, comfortable seating and a smart tv for the bit of downtime that we took advantage of. Beds were very comfortable. More so than any VRBO home we have stayed in. Hubby and I took the upstairs ‘suite’ for our own space. Kids spread out in the bedrooms downstairs and one in the den on the convertible bed. We walked to Ballston Metro daily - about 15 mins. Very convenient. Ballston area had great restaurants and grocery. The park at the end of the road was perfect for running out energy. The neighborhood felt really safe and anyone that walked by was really friendly. The ONLY negative was that the side of the house is on a Main Street with a hospital down the road so lots of ambulances went by. We utilized fans in rooms for some white noise. Our exhaustion after exploring DC all day was usually enough to sleep through it though. Would definitely stay here if coming to the DC area again.
Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Lindsey B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Perfect Family Vacation!
The seven of us (ages 22mo-68y) enjoyed our stay! A short 15 minute walk to the metro and restaurants. Very quiet in the evenings, even though it is adjacent to a main highway. Remember that it is an old house, but that gives it so much charm! Very clean and comfortable! A great home away from home while seeing the Washington DC sites.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2024

8/10 Good

Danielle T.

Liked: Cleanliness
Sufficient for a short stay
It's clean and in a very convenient area. You are minutes from anywhere you want to be, including the metro. It has everything you need but minimally. The kitchen is a hall space small, but works for a short stay. Overall, I would use the property again. The check in was a breeze. It was easy to get a hold of the property owner and coffee and toiletries were provided. Nice.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Alison P.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great location
The house was as described, clean, and in a great neighborhood. Walking distance to metro & bus stops. Host was communicative and gave clear instructions. They checked in during our stay to make sure we had everything we needed.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Desyree W.

Liked: Cleanliness
Quick family trip to DC
Our family of 5 booked a few days to visit DC and found this home with many great reviews. Glad we did! Kelly is very responsive and hospitable, answering questions, and providing extra information as needed. The home is cozy and clean. All the beds were comfortable with plenty of linens provided. There was ample space for more guests to sleep if our kids had brought friends. We were within walking distance to beautiful Arlington, but we drove and Uber'd everywhere due to weather. There is road noise, but there were at least 5 fans available for everyone to use at night to drown out the noise. Will stay again if we get another chance to explore DC and Arlington!
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Debra G.

Liked: Cleanliness
Easy trip to museums
Comfortable and convenient, plenty of parking
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

lori m.

Liked: Cleanliness
Family stay
House was perfect for our needs. Clean, spacious and convenient. We would stay there again.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Ute M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Excellent
All was perfect. Best place we have stayed in during our vacation in the US. (We live in France). Thank you, Kelly
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Greg T.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great for a large family
We had 4 adults and 4 kids and had plenty of room. Everything was clean and well maintained. Easy check in, close to the metro and highway so it was a great location
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Kimi E.

Liked: Cleanliness
Family visit to DC
Our family enjoyed staying in this home. It had everything we needed. Metro was a few blocks from the house as was a grocery store and a few places to dine. A couple minor touchups and repairs would make this place perfect (front yard could use a little TLC; door knob on bedroom door pulled out but was still usable). Overall was a great place and would stay again.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Larisa S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Wonderful place to stay and explore DC area
We enjoyed our stay and would stay here again! Balston neighborhood was very walkable from this property. Convenient short walk to the metro, shipping, and restaurants.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

John M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Perfect home base for family DC trip
We stayed here with our family & it was a great space to hang out. The layout was perfect for our 2 families (ours with 2 adults & a teen, and my brother’s with 2 adults & 2 teens). We used a nearby garage to park each day & take the metro to various areas for sight-seeing. No complaints at all- comfortable beds, space for all of us, plenty of sitting room in the main space & everything we needed in the kitchen. Would recommend it to others for sure!
Stayed 4 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Mark F.

Liked: Cleanliness
Close to DC
Clean rooms, close to DC metro stop and shopping.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2023