3 Mi to National Mall: DC Apt w/ Fenced Yard

Reviews

• DC Trip

  5/5

  We had a comfortable stay. The place was clean and the host was very responsive to questions or help we needed during our stay there.

  *This review was originally posted on Vrbo

  Manager's Response:

  From the owner: "We are very glad you were comfortable with our property. Thank you for giving us the opportunity to be your host. I am happy and delighted to answer all your questions, and we would be very happy to host you again if you decide to travel this way again."

• 5/5

  Manager's Response:

  From the owner: "Thank you so much for staying at the property, and please stay with us whenever you are back, much appreciated."

• Satisfactory

  4/5

  Overall it was good. Seems to be a fairly new rental, and I do have a couple recommendations for the host. Check in and accessibility were great, and exactly as described. The place was true to the photos and comfortable. Cleanliness was moderate...there were several bunches of hair stuck on the shower wall, and the outside of the white kitchen cabinets showed some food stains and grunge, but everything else was fine. The listing notes a sleeper sofa, but this was not the case. The couch was not a pull out, and our 5th guest ended up buying an air mattress for the floor. The kitchen was somewhat stocked, but very sparsely. Only 4 dinner plates, and the drinking glasses consisted of only wine glasses. 3 with stems, and 3 without. We were a party of 5, but made due. 4 small coffee cups were also available. There was a large assortment of cookware for the stove, and a toaster oven, but no pot holders to be found. Used a dish towel to take the hot tray out of the toaster oven. Adding pot holders and aluminum foil to the kitchen would be ideal. The adjustable AC unit worked great and kept the place very cool. Also seems to be well insulated, as we didn't get too much street or neighbor noise. The neighborhood itself seems a little sketch, with a fair amount of boarded up / empty buildings, but we didn't have any issues or see people hanging around the street. We had a rental car and were able to park on street every day without issue. Only a few miles from all the memorials we were there to see... 15 to 20 min drive with traffic to the parking garage on 14th St / Constituton Ave, so the location was ideal. There is also a metro bus stop at the end of the street. All in all, I would stay again, but probably with 4 people, max. 5 was a bit of a stretch but still doable. Perfect for a couple.

  Manager's Response:

  From the Owner: "Hi there, thank you so much for your thoughtful review and helpful recommendations—we’re really glad to hear you found the home comfortable, accessible, and well-located for your trip!
  -We’ve taken steps to improve the guest experience by giving the home a more detailed cleaning and adding extra dinner plates and coffee mugs.
  -We also added pot holders to the kitchen and appreciate your suggestion about including foil—we’re on it!
  -While the current couch isn't a pull-out, it can be extended by combining the sectional pieces to create a bed-like setup. We’re also looking into adding a sleeping bag for additional flexibility.
  Thanks again for your feedback—it helps us continue to improve, and we’d love to host you again!"

• Graduation stay

  2/5

  I chose this place because it wasn't far from Howard University, where I was graduating from. Check-in process was flawless and I was able to check-in early. The 1st night I had an allergic reaction because the place was not properly cleaned to remove pet hair that was left by the previous person I assume. I had to sleep on the couch in the livingroom because pet hair was all over the beds in the bedrooms. I also an issue with the internet as it didnt quite reach the first bedroom where I had initially was staying. I only spent 1 night sleeping in the bedroom due the pet hair out of my 3 nights/ 4 days. There was also an issue with the toilet during my stay, where had to constantly lift the handle inside the toilet to get it to fill up so I could actually flush the toilet. Lastly, there were small bugs in the tub. Overall, it's a nice place that needs a thorough cleaning.

  *This review was originally posted on Vrbo

  Manager's Response:

  We’re so glad you enjoyed the view, but we’re sorry other aspects fell short of expectations. After sending your feedback to the owner, they’d like to share the following:
  
  - They’re sorry the home wasn’t up to expectations during your visit, especially during such an important occasion.
  - They’ll be repairing the toilet handle and checking the plumbing to make sure everything is functioning properly.
  - The cleaning team has also been asked to pay closer attention to the bathroom and check for any bugs or missed details, also they have been asked to do a deep cleaning next time.
  
  Thank you for your insight, and we hope to have the opportunity to host you again soon!

• Stay

  5/5

  Very clean property. Communication was perfect. We ran out of laundry soap and hand soap the owner got everything that day. Very attentive and kind. The place was pet friendly and comfortable. This was perfect for our pet and our family. The only thing I will say is Trinidad neighborhood was mostly safe but I wouldn’t be on the streets past dark.

  *This review was originally posted on Vrbo

  Manager's Response:

  From the owner: "Thank you so much for giving us the opportunity to serve you, and we are glad you enjoyed your stay! We hope that in the future you can choose this place to stay and enjoy the area better. Also, thank you for all the kind words."