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Stay on Captains’ Row - Old Town Alexandria’s Most Historic Block!

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Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
Terrace/patio
Exterior
2 bedrooms, desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi
Smart TV, fireplace, books, printers

Reviews

10 out of 10

Exceptional

Entire home

2 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 4146 sq m

Popular amenities

10 out of 10
Guests loved the amenities.
  • Hot tub
    Hot tub
  • Washer
    Washer
  • Outdoor space
    Outdoor space
  • Parking available
    Parking available
  • Kitchen
    Kitchen
  • Air conditioning
    Air conditioning

About this property

Entire place

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

Stay on Captains’ Row - Old Town Alexandria’s Most Historic Block!

Don't just visit Captains' Row....Stay there! Built in 1769 by Captain John Harper, this historic row house in Old Town Alexandria is located on the famous cobblestoned Prince Street is just steps from the heart of Old Town and a mere block from the Potomac River. Fully restored and decorated with mostly Federalist Period furniture, the mixture of antiques and reproductions will make you feel like you have stepped back in time!
While historic, this two bedroom, two and a half bath home has all the modern amenities that you might want: a fully equipped modern, well-stocked kitchen, lush bathrooms with wall mounted hair dryers & plenty of towels, a washer & dryer, 2 televisions and wifi. The master bedroom on the 2nd floor is furnished with a queen bed, 2 chests of drawers and a small television. The sitting room across the hall leads into the master bath, with a jetted tub and a separate shower. The 2nd bedroom is located on the 3rd floor. It has two comfy twin beds and its own bathroom with a shower.
Located a short block from King Street, you are just steps from the sights, shops, restaurants, and nightlife of Old Town Alexandria. A quick ride by boat, car, or train and you can find yourself at the National Mall, Georgetown, National Harbour & the MGM Casino, or Mt. Vernon, making Old Town an exceptional home base for visiting our nation’s capital. The King Street Trolley is free and runs between the King Street Metro stop and the City Hall, just a short 2 block walk from the house. A block away is the waterfront of the Potomac. Here you will find water taxis that will ferry you to various places on the Potomac, including Georgetown, the Wharf, National Harbor and Mt. Vernon. Also, a Capital Bike Share station, as well as two bike rental businesses are located steps from the house, making it easy to explore the many miles of bike trails along the Potomac.

Property manager

Cheryl T Hornyan

Languages

English

Property amenities

Pool/Spa

  • Spa tub

Internet

  • Available in the house: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Car not required
  • Parking on site

Kitchen

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

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 2 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 2 private bathrooms
  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Fireplace
  • Living room
  • Separate dining area

Entertainment

  • Books
  • Games
  • Smart TV with cable/satellite channels

Outdoor areas

  • Outdoor furniture
  • Patio

Laundry

  • Washer/dryer

Work spaces

  • Desk
  • Desk chair
  • Printer

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • In the city centre
  • Near a hospital
  • Near a zoo
  • Near the marina
  • On a river

Things to do

  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Casino nearby
  • Cycling nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Motor boating nearby
  • Sailing 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)
  • Fire extinguisher
  • Deadbolt lock

General

  • Unit size: 1,573 square feet

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Policies

Check-in

Contactless check-in and check-out are available
Minimum check-in age - 25

Special check-in instructions

The front desk hours vary at this property
Guests must contact the property for check-in information
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property ahead of time using the information on the booking confirmation
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
Note from host: Appropriate for children age 5 and up. Please ask.

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 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

About the area

Map
Alexandria, VA

What's nearby

  • Alexandria City Hall - 4 min walk
  • Market Square - 4 min walk
  • John Carlyle House - 5 min walk
  • MGM National Harbor Casino - 8 min drive
  • Potomac River Waterfront Park - 12 min drive

Getting around

  • Braddock Rd Station - 3 min drive
  • Alexandria Station - 11 min drive
  • Ronald Reagan National Airport (DCA) - 15 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Vola’s Dockside Grill and Hi-Tide Lounge - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪BARCA Pier & Wine Bar - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Virtue Feed and Grain - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Old Town Dolci Gelati Café - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Blackwall Hitch - ‬4 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is Stay on Captains’ Row - Old Town Alexandria’s Most Historic Block! pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

Where is Stay on Captains’ Row - Old Town Alexandria’s Most Historic Block! located?

This family-friendly Alexandria holiday home is located on a river, within a 5-minute walk of Alexandria City Hall and Market Square. Potomac River and George Washington Masonic National Memorial are also within 2 miles (3 km). King Street Station is 21 minutes by foot and Alexandria Station is 24 minutes.

Stay on Captains’ Row - Old Town Alexandria’s Most Historic Block! Reviews

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 94 out of 95 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 1 out of 95 reviews" "
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10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

10/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Marie G.

Liked: Cleanliness
A historic stay
Wonderful historic home in an area where you can feel the history all around you. Walk 2 blocks to the Potomac river. Climb the cobblestone street. Shop, eat and tour minutes from your beautiful red front door. Cheryl was an amazing communicator, warm and friendly and helpful. It was a great experience,
Stayed 31 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Karen B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Stepping back in time
It was lovely. It was so hot on our trip… thank goodness for fans and nice clean cool showers. Loved the experience and easy walking accessibility to all the places in town.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Beth B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great getaway
Everything was as described. Owner is very friendly and helpful. Great location
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Douglas C., Mt Dora Florida

Liked: Cleanliness
Best Vrbo Experience Ever
Everything about this property and the host was excellent. The location to Washington DC was unmatched by taking the metro into Downtown. The location to Gettysburg and Williamsburg was very convenient. The property itself was just as advertised. Alexandria is a great place to relax after the a long day. The property was historic and well appointed. Great restaurants nearby. The host was the best and easy to communicate with before the trip began. She was very helpful in every way. We have stayed at countless Vrbo's over the years and this was a top three experience for sure.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Lori K.

Liked: Cleanliness
Our first ever trip to DC
There really are not the right type of words to succinctly but adequately share how much our family enjoyed staying at Cheryl's gem of a house on Captain's Row. It was way better than the listing described. So many thoughtful touches, a perfect location, very comfortable beds and seating areas, and plenty of room to relax and enjoy our downtime before and after sightseeing. It was such a privilege to be steeped in a deeply historical house with furnishings and art to accentuate the experience. Cheryl was a gracious and attentive host. I've never finished a stay in a vacation rental thinking that I would plan my next trip to the same location around the rental's availability. I will definitely do so for Cheryl's place!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Greg W., Alexandria, VA

Liked: Cleanliness
Awesome Old Town
Wonderful historic property steps to waterfront and all of Old Town’s shops, restaurants and bars. Highly recommend.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kimberly S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Perfect location
Communication was great with owner and location was fantastic.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Lynne

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Wonderful stay in a beautiful home. Close to everything!! Would definitely stay again!
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness
Wonderful spot for a visit to Alexandria
We had a wonderful stay on Captains Row. The house was very clean, has lots of character and is wonderfully located. Cheryl was a great communicator and made the check-in process easy. We would definitely stay again.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

harriette k.

Liked: Cleanliness
Perfect historic home
This was the perfect place for exploring old town, walking the river path, and just hanging out for Christmas away from home with our DC-based son. Wonderful old house quirks yet modern bathrooms. Would absolutely stay again!
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Dana M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Absolutely gorgeous
We wanted to celebrate some of the holiday in historic Alexandria and experience the Scottish weekend. This property went beyond what we expected. Most rentals are never better than you’ll see in the listing; this property was all it showed and better. Felt like home, walking distance to park, shopping, and restaurants. Bed was super comfy and the bathroom had SO MUCH SPACE. Cannot compliment this host enough.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Peter L.

Liked: Cleanliness
A gem on Captain’s Row
Wonderful getaway in this immaculate time capsule. The owner was delightful, the check-in seamless, right down to the convenient parking permit. The neighborhood was charming, and our only regret is not having enough time to nose around. We look forward to our next stay!
Stayed 6 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Karen M.

Liked: Cleanliness
College friends
Great location. Walking to all restaurants and shops. Never moved the car in 3 days! Cheryl was very easy to work with and gave good suggestions for local living and exploring! Steps to upstairs bedroom are steep. Rope handrail is helpful. Modern kitchen and exceptional master bathroom! Nice game table as well.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Kevin M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Like stepping back in time a century or two
I can't say enough good things about this place! Not only is it an historic property on "Captain's Row" in Old Town Alexandria (carefully restored and updated with all the modern conveniences), but Cheryl has decorated and furnished it with extremely good taste and sensitivity for the period. It must have cost a fortune. Right outside the front door on Price Street appears to be the favorite spot for anyone shooting a video or taking photographs. It's the center of the universe in Old Town! Don't miss it! I can't recommend it enough!
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Carol G.

Liked: Cleanliness
Best of the Best
This was my second stay at this property. I have traveled all over the world and this property is perfection. A true gem for history lovers.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Patrick M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Antique upgraded unique
We stayed in Old Town for five days. Perfect location especially over Halloween. Great restaurants much to see. Home is in excellent shape historical location on CAPTAINS ROW. One block from the water. Perfect for a couple. If additional woolen he aware access to second bedroom is challengeing
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

David Y.

Liked: Cleanliness
The best location
Where do i start, the house will carry you back in time while staying there. The location is special due to the fact you are one or two blocks from the Potomac, docks, best dining and trolley. We fell in love with Alexandria. We will definitely be going back.
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

amanda h.

Liked: Cleanliness
Old town
Just lovely. Host was super helpful, location was superb and parking was a breeze. Beautiful home.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Katie B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Wow!
Like an amazing trip back in time. Just exploring the house was an adventure. Thank you for sharing with us.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

C Clay H.

Liked: Cleanliness
Relaxing Stay in Convenient Historic City Center
We truly enjoyed our stay. Everything met our expectations and the location can't be beat. It is within easy walking distance (minutes) to everything, including the waterfront, coffee shops, ice cream shops, shopping, and great restaurants. We'd stay again.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness
Five Stars
Perfect location and ambiance and perhaps the most conveniently equipped property we’ve ever rented! From the power strips for charging to kitchen necessities, the owners’ thoughtfulness was displayed in every room! Five stars!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023

8/10 Good

John M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great location and historical home
It would be hard to find a nicer area for visiting DC and all of the monuments and museums. The houses location makes walking to restaurants and stores very convenient (lots of food and ice cream to choose from). The house is historic and although modernized, parking, crazy steep stairs, and the upper floor was hard to cool but definitely worth the stay. We would go back.
Stayed 8 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Lena H.

Liked: Cleanliness
All positive.
Very clean , just as adverised, and in a perfect location in beautiful Old Town. Lots of good restaurants, and delightful boutiques. Very good free bus service to and fro the Metro.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer H.

Liked: Cleanliness
Perfect Place!
This house was the perfect mix of convenient, historical, and comfortable. Only 1-2 blocks from all the best restaurants and shopping. And Cheryl was a wonderful hostess - always a quick response by text if needed. The house was very clean, well kept, and felt more like home than a typical rental. We’ve already rebooked again for a holiday weekend! Would absolutely recommend this place if you’re visiting Old Town!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Sibelle L.

Liked: Cleanliness
Amazing property
We had a wonderful experience staying at the Captain’s Row home. The home is beautiful, historic, clean, and in the most perfect location. I stayed here with my family, and got ready for my wedding at the home. Although not a huge home, it was spacious enough to have our hair and make up done for the event. The lighting on the second floor is also superb. The home is just as pictured in the listing. The host was also very communicative when we initially had trouble unlocking the door. I would definitely stay here again!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2023