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Perfect for Families that Want to be Close to DC

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Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

5 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 10

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Dryer
  • Washer
  • Outdoor Space
  • Barbecue grill

About this property

Entire place

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

Perfect for Families that Want to be Close to DC

Family friendly home perfect for larger groups located only 10 minutes by car to Washington DC or Arlington National Cemetery. Parking is free for one or multiple vehicles. You can walk to the brand new Potomac Yard Metro Station in 15 minutes. House is decorated with modern furniture from Denmark and Sweden. Barbecue and relax on private back deck area or walk a short distance to a playground or a dog park. Great restaurants and shops are also just a short walk from the house.
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The house is located in the northern part of DelRay which is part of Alexandria. There are wonderful restaurants along Mount Vernon Avenue which is either a short walk or drive from the house. For families with young children, there is a very nice play area very close to the house on the other side of the street. For guests who bring a dog(s), there is a large and very friendly dog park down the street.
The house has an August smart lock. There is also a key lockbox on the front door for those who just want to use a key.
The house is located only a 8 minute car ride from National Airport and 10 minutes from DC.

The gorgeous, brand new Potomac Yard Metro Station is only 0.8 miles away or a 15 minute walk or 4 minute Uber ride.

The 10A, 10B and 33 bus stop is only a one minute walk from the house and is located on Mount Vernon Avenue.

Property manager

Mark Fahlberg

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in the house: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Kitchen island
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Refrigerator
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 5 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 2 bathrooms
  • Hair dryer
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table

Entertainment

  • Smart TV

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden
  • Patio

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly
  • Welcoming dogs only
  • 2 pets total

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoking not allowed

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • Near a health/beauty spa
  • Near a hospital

Things to do

  • Cycling nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Swimming 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
  • Unit size: 1,712 square feet

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Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 21

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

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

Pets

Pets allowed
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Welcoming dogs only
2 total pets

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
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit, and a deadbolt lock
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

About the neighborhood

Map
Alexandria, VA

What's nearby

  • Birchmere - 11 min walk - 0.9 km
  • Fashion Center at Pentagon City - 5 min drive - 3.8 km
  • Arlington National Cemetery - 7 min drive - 5.5 km
  • National Mall - 7 min drive - 6.1 km
  • Pentagon - 7 min drive - 5.8 km

Getting around

  • Alexandria Station - 8 min drive
  • Potomac Yard Station - 20 min walk
  • Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport (DCA) - 12 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪Cava - ‬16 min walk
  • ‪IHOP - ‬14 min walk
  • ‪Birchmere - ‬13 min walk
  • ‪Chipotle Mexican Grill - ‬15 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is Perfect for Families that Want to be Close to DC pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 2 total).

What time is check-in at Perfect for Families that Want to be Close to DC?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Perfect for Families that Want to be Close to DC?

Check-out is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Perfect for Families that Want to be Close to DC located?

Located in Potomac West, this vacation home is 0.7 mi (1.1 km) from Birchmere and within 3 mi (5 km) of George Washington Masonic National Memorial and Market Square. Torpedo Factory Art Center and Fashion Center at Pentagon City are also within 3 mi (5 km). Potomac Yard Station is 20 minutes by foot.

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Perfect for Families that Want to be Close to DC Reviews

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 50 out of 56 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 5 out of 56 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 56 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 56 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 56 reviews

9.4/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Alyssa S.

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

Great stay!

Mark was easy to communicate with, the location was great - easy to walk into the heart of del ray, with lots to do, and easy to get to tourism stuff in DC as well. Dedicated parking was great. The property was so cute.
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2025

8/10 Good

Terri W.

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

Girls weekend

Nice that it had 6 rooms with either queen or full size beds. Not always easy to find that for adult trips that don't want to have bunk beds. Good location. Host was very helpful and accessible. Older home, but good value.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Keisha B.

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

Great Location

This property is good regarding location, size and price for the proximity to the DC and N. VA area.
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Bobbi Lea S.

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

Beautiful Clean Home

My family was so pleased with this beautiful Alexandria home. The personal touches were perfect from the special coffees and teas to the gorgeous live plants throughout the house to the throw blankets on the sofa. There were so many little things that made it feel like home. Mark was so communicative and gracious. I look forward to staying again.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Joy S.

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

Great house

Comfortable beds and plenty of space..
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Joan M.

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

Great home, great location!

Our host Mark was wonderful- very attentive and informative! The house is fully stocked with amenities and beds are very comfortable. Lots of restaurants and things to do within walking distance and a quick drive or Uber to Old Town! Highly recommend!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Gary C.

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

Family Visit to DC

Great property for 3 generation family visit to many DC attractions. Host was very responsive.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Ida O.

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

Comfortable and inviting

We liked that it was well stocked with amenities. We enjoyed the outdoor patio. The beds and furnishings were comfortable. Meeting the proprietor was welcoming and also seeing him at the end of our stay.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Scott B.

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

Great location and host!

Perfect location for our visit to Arlington National Cemetery to celebrate the life of my father and lay him to rest in our great nation’s hallowed grounds.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Evette M.

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

Quick Getaway

Our stay was nice and smooth as expected, and Mark was a great host! We would stay there again.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Carolyn S.

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

Nice

Comfortable, easy place for our few days in the area.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Josselyn R.

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

Wonderful Home

The home had plenty of space and was a great accomodations for a large group. It was clean and had everything you would need and more for a vacation.
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Ann R.

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

Work trip to DC

Our stay was an enjoyable event with a very gracious host. Even ordered us playing cards on the fly to accommodate our team building. I recommend the VRBO if you are visiting DC and surrounding area. Very walkable.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

8/10 Good

David & Martha G.

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

Enjoyable stay in Alexandria

Great location for our pretrip. Thanks again. We all had a good time.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jaime T.

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

Family trip

Wonderful place to stay, everything you could possibly want/need while visiting the area. Safe quiet neighborhood. Mark was great!
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jill S.

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

Stress-free family “reunion”

5 bedrooms with big, comfortable beds is hard to find when we travel as a family. We not only got that but very comfortable, nicely furnished common areas and a well-equipped kitchen. This was a great choice for a wedding that brought 3 generations and multiple adult couples together. Mark has set up a great coffee bar and all the other things that you want when traveling, and he’s a good communicator numerous restaurants and stores in walking distance.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Bill B.

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

Honoring LAG

Nice place , close to Arlington National Cemetery Owner was very helpful.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

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

Excellent Host -- great location

Our family spent 5 days here when we came to bury my husband at ANC. It was conveniently located in a good neighborhood. The unit was very nicely equipped. The beds were soooo comfortable! We will definitely look for this property when we return to the area.
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

James B.

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

Event Merchandise Manager

Was in town to work a large concert in area along w/ some of my staff. Perfect location, quiet neighborhood. Walking distance to some good eating spots
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Joseph C.

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

Great location and house, even better host.

Cannot say enough good things about our stay. Everything was as pictured. The host was very communicative and helpful. Place was immaculately clean upon our arrival. Neighborhood was great with a safe, clean walk to the Potomac Yard metro station. Big thanks to Mark. Highly recommend!
Stayed 4 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Gary M.

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

DC trip

Nice place. Clean, and the beds were very good. Parking was weird and very different. But we managed to get it done. I would recommend the house. 3 stories and a good location
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Alexandra N.

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

Great vacation rental

The house was very clean, beautiful interior design, great and helpful communication with Mark! We loved the thoughtful details like the coffee bar, shampoo in the shower, plenty of everything you need for daily life. Thanks for bei g a great host! We will be back next time we need a place that big in the area 😊
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Siara P.

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

Our stay

I was visiting the Alexandria area for my best friends bachelorette and we could not have found a better place to stay. The location was perfect. The house was clean and spacious and Mark was so kind and generous and easy to communicate with. I would definitely recommend to anyone traveling to the DC area
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Mary S.

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

Great for a group

We were in town for a graduation and Mark's place fit the bill perfectly. Lots of room for the 8 of us, and guests who came for dinner. Turns out the home is 10 minutes from both our daughters' homes. Perfect!
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Marian T., Madison, WI

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

Alexandria Review

We had a wonderful stay at our VRBO property in Alexandria. We met our host who was friendly and very accommodating. The house was spacious enough for our group of 7 adults. We enjoyed grilling on the back deck. The house was well stocked with essentials and was very neat and clean. Would definitely recommend this property.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2023