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Lovely backyard cottage with easy access to metro, shops, dining!

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Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
1 bedroom, travel cot, WiFi, bed sheets
Exterior
Exterior
Smart TV

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

1 bedroom2 bathroomsSleeps 367 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Dryer
  • Parking available
  • Washer
  • Outdoor space
  • Kitchen
  • Air conditioning
The current price is NZ$414
includes taxes & fees
15 May - 16 May

About this property

Entire place

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

Lovely backyard cottage with easy access to metro, shops, dining!

Enjoy this lovely1BR/2BA backyard cottage nestled among the old oak trees. Conveniently located just a 15-minute walk from the Virginia Square metro (with easy access to all that Washington DC has to offer!), Clarendon, and Ballston shops, as well as vibrant nightlife, this enchanting abode offers the best of both worlds: a serene sanctuary and city excitement, all in one. An amazing kitchen, in-unit washer/dryer, patio, and deck in a shady backyard, plenty of on-street parking and free Wifi complete the package for a perfect urban retreat.

Property manager

Geneva Moores

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in the cottage: WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Blender
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Electric kettle
  • Hob
  • Kitchen island
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Refrigerator
  • Toaster

Bedrooms

  • Bedroom
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

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

Entertainment

  • Smart TV

Outdoor areas

  • Patio

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Change of bedsheets (on request)
  • Change of towels on request

Safety features

  • No carbon monoxide detector or gas appliances (host has indicated there are no carbon monoxide detectors or gas appliances on the property)
  • Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)

General

  • At least 80% lighting from LEDs
  • Bed sheets changed on request
  • Double-glazed windows
  • Eco-friendly cleaning products used
  • Recycling
  • Towels (changed on request)
  • Unit size: 725 square feet
  • Water-efficient toilets

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Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Minimum check-in age - 18

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 not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
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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
This property uses eco-friendly cleaning products
Host has indicated that there are no carbon monoxide detectors or gas appliances on the property
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
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 area

Map
Arlington, VA

What's nearby

  • Lincoln Memorial - 6 min drive - 5.6 km
  • Fort Myer - 7 min drive - 4.0 km
  • Georgetown University - 8 min drive - 5.9 km
  • Pentagon - 8 min drive - 6.6 km
  • Arlington National Cemetery - 10 min drive - 6.4 km

Getting around

  • Virginia Square Station - 10 min walk
  • Alexandria Station - 21 min drive
  • Ronald Reagan National Airport (DCA) - 15 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬15 min walk
  • ‪Medium Rare - ‬11 min walk
  • ‪El Pollo Rico - ‬9 min walk
  • ‪Kaldi’s Social House - ‬13 min walk
  • ‪Texas Jacks Barbecue - ‬12 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is Lovely backyard cottage with easy access to metro, shops, dining! pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much does it cost to stay at Lovely backyard cottage with easy access to metro, shops, dining!?

As of 16 Apr 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Lovely backyard cottage with easy access to metro, shops, dining! on 15 May 2025 start from NZ$414.38, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

What time is check-in at Lovely backyard cottage with easy access to metro, shops, dining!?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Lovely backyard cottage with easy access to metro, shops, dining!?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Lovely backyard cottage with easy access to metro, shops, dining! located?

Located in Ashton Heights, this cottage is 0.8 mi (1.2 km) from Ballston Quarter and 2 mi (3.3 km) from Arlington National Cemetery. Fort Myer and Potomac River are also within 3 miles (5 km). Virginia Square Station is 10 minutes by foot and Clarendon Metrorail Station is 15 minutes.

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Lovely backyard cottage with easy access to metro, shops, dining! Reviews

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 46 out of 47 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 0 out of 47 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 47 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 47 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 47 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

10/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Zach C.

Wonderful Stay!
We had a lovely stay. The cottage was beautiful, very clean, and relaxing. The accommodations were top knotch and the place was very well stocked. We would definitely stay again.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Hailey B.

great weekend stay
the host was very attentive, the listing was exactly as posted. loved our stay!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

laura h.

nice stay
super clean, modern cottage with generous amenities, in lovely residential area close to DC
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

craig

Definitely did not disappoint and is located in a nice quiet area with easy parking!!
Stayed 4 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Nicholas J.

Great spot
Perfect getaway
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jean-Louise B.

Perfect cottage!
As former residents of the DC area, we were hoping to find a place that would feel like home. The cottage was perfect! The space, the location, the amenities and the little touches (chocolates on the bed ;) made our week long stay to visit family + friends simply wonderful.
Stayed 6 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jaclynn J.

Well located for DC, peaceful cottage with great host
Clean, well taken care of, very comfortable bed, with 2 full baths (1 on each floor, very handy), great instructions for blinds and all appliances and helpful maps and information for DC. Would highly recommend as a great alternative to a hotel and a top notch VRBO. Parking ideal, right by the property.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Bill B.

Great stay
Honestly one of the nicest VRBOs weve ever stayed in. Great cottage in a very nice residential neighborhood a short walk from the metro. Lots of nice touches inside. The owner was very responsive when we had a question about the door lock. Would definitely stay again.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jackie C.

Wonderful home-away-from-home
Super clean and super cute! Modern and fresh with all the conveniences of home - and more! Plenty of parking available right in front of the house. We will definitely stay here again on our next visit!
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

chris v.

CLEAN, New, Ideal Location
This was an impressive VRBO and decided on an alternative Christmas trip to DC and NYC last minute. The host was very responsive and the cottage has pretty much everything you would need for a short or long stay. I loved the neighborhood and the proximity to the attractions downtown. Very clean, new and private. Would definitely stay here again in the future
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Meghan J.

Great place!
I could move in! What a cute place - super clean, spacious, comfortable and nice welcome touches by the owners. Highly recommend!
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Michael C.

Wonderful place for our DC cisit
This backyard cottage was fantastic for our DC trip. The house was neat and clean with everything we needed for our stay. The neighbor was also great. A short walk to the metro made all of DC available to us.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Trevor M.

Best rental we have ever booked
Best rental we have ever booked! Exactly as advertised. Incredibly clean and comfortable. Thanks Geneva!
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Alexis T.

Lovely
Lovely cottage, lovely stay! Clean, comfortable, perfect location, great host. My husband and I and our 5 year old stayed for one night. Ideally situated for a family. We frequent the area and would stay here again and again!
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Lindsey K.

Look No Further!
This little house is perfection and is a top notch example of why I choose owner rentals over hotels. There are so many small touches... coffee, snacks, and every toiletry imaginable. The home is spotless, location is excellent and the neighborhood is beautiful. Highly recommend!
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Rylee S.

Wonderful stay!
This place is a beautiful property tucked away so you feel like you have privacy and a quiet atmosphere to relax. The location is within walking distance of great restaurants and perfect for wanting to explore DC due to its proximity to the sites. The amenities were very generous as well with spare toiletries and snacks. We are grateful to have stayed here and would love to stay here again.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Ronald B.

Family gathering
The cottage is a brand new structure in a great neighborhood, close to everything !! Our one night stay was perfect !!
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

susan m.

Perfect
Could not have asked for better accommodations while we visited with our daughter. We will definitely be back!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

craig s.

The Perfect little place
This was a very nice little cottage in a beautiful nature setting. Very modern and clean, everything looks to be brand new. I will be returning for many more business trips.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Todd G.

It was great!
My rental car was stolen from me in downtown DC and they really helped me out and were very very patient as I went well over the checkout time and other guests were due to arrive sooner than later! They are awesome. Great place.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

C B.

Delightful
We had a great stay, in a delightfully comfortable cottage tucked away in the heart of Arlington’s walkable residential area. The cottage seems practically new, and is comfortably furnished—so enjoyable.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kimberly B.

Lovely cottage stay
We were only here for an overnight to drop my daughter off at college but it was lovely. The cottage is a great tiny home space, super comfortable and welcoming. Lots of snacks and toiletries if you forget anything. Comfortable bed and hang out space plus a tub and laundry. Would definitely stay again, Geneva was accessible and very kind!
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Michele K.

Great little oasis!
A relaxing and beautiful environment. Serene space that is perfectly clean. The little extras make it so welcoming. The hosts are very responsive to questions! I would definitely stay again.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Sabin B.

Convenient Cottage in Charming Neighborhood
The folks who own this little hideaway are good communicators, and provided us an impeccably clean cottage that is organized, intuitive to use/live in, and convenient to every amenity in Arlington with a 10-minute walk through an idyllic Rockwellian Arts & Crafts neighborhood. Hard to beat! Will be back!
Stayed 7 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Christie F.

A Gem
A spot only the locals would know about! I absolutely loved this cozy comfy home (away from home) a little city and little country (in the city), yet a quiet oasis - elegant and simplistic, inclusive of the necessaries. Highly recommend!!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024