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English Basement One Block From Library of Congress- Capitol Hill

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Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
TV
Interior
1 bedroom, iron/ironing board, WiFi, bed sheets
Shower, hair dryer, towels, soap

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

1 bedroom1 bathroomSleeps 4

Popular amenities

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

English Basement One Block From Library of Congress- Capitol Hill

English basement studio of this newly rebuilt town house is in Capitol Hill Historic district. This efficiency basement room has one queen bed with one shower (full bath) and a sleeper sofa (full /almost queen bed), with all amenities you could need, including a kitchen, microwave, oven, dishwasher and washer/dryer combo. There are utensils, pots, pans, plates, knives and everything you will need in a kitchen. Hair dryer, towels, soap, shampoo, conditioner, iron, ironing board are also provided. Flat screen TV and internet connection are provided too.

Located just 3 blocks from the Capitol, 4 blocks from the Supreme Court, and a little more than one block from the Library of Congress, this property is in a very safe neighborhood with easy street parking. We will provide temporary parking permit for street parking if guests give us the tag number and state of registration before arrival. The Mall, Smithsonian museums, and other popular tourist attractions are within walking distance. In addition, there are two and a half blocks of a wide variety of restaurants, bars, stores and banks just one block away from the house.

Also just moments away, guests can find bus stops and bike share station to explore the city. There are also two metro stations (Eastern Market and Capitol South) only 3 and a half and 4 blocks away. Nationals baseball park is a little more than a mile away.

We take safety seriously. There are three different kinds of carbon monoxide alarm in the basement and fire sprinkler (concealed under round plates on the ceiling). People who want to be green can rejoice as Solar panels power the house. There is a separate thermostat for the basement for you to control the temperature. Entrance is separate from the main house and has keyless lock.

Thank you very much to the guests who stayed with us and gave us nice reviews.
If you need more bedrooms and bathrooms, check out Property number 920276 hosted by the same manager.

Property manager

Peter

Languages

English

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in the house: WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Car not required
  • Parking on site

Kitchen

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

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • Bedroom
  • Bedsheets provided
  • Sofa bed

Bathroom

  • 1 bathroom
  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table

Entertainment

  • TV

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony
  • Barbecue grill
  • Fenced yard

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

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

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Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Minimum check-in age: 20

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

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
Property Registration Number 5007262201002047

We should mention

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

Property is also known as

English Basement One Block Library Congress Capitol Hill House
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English Basement One Block From Library of Congress Capitol Hill

About the neighborhood

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Washington, DC

What's nearby

  • United States Capitol - 13 min walk - 1.1 km
  • National Mall - 18 min walk - 1.6 km
  • Smithsonian Institution - 19 min walk - 1.7 km
  • Union Station Shopping Center - 19 min walk - 1.7 km
  • Washington Navy Yard - 2 min drive - 1.9 km

Getting around

  • Eastern Market Station - 8 min walk
  • Washington Union Station - 17 min walk
  • Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport (DCA) - 21 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Tune Inn - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Starbucks - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Bullfeathers - ‬10 min walk
  • ‪Good Stuff Eatery - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Tunnicliff's Tavern - ‬6 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is English Basement One Block From Library of Congress- Capitol Hill pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at English Basement One Block From Library of Congress- Capitol Hill?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at English Basement One Block From Library of Congress- Capitol Hill?

Check-out is at 11:00 AM.

Where is English Basement One Block From Library of Congress- Capitol Hill located?

Located in Capitol Hill, this vacation home is within a 15-minute walk of Library of Congress and United States Capitol. National Mall and Smithsonian Institution are also within 1 mi (2 km). Eastern Market Station is 8 minutes by foot and Capitol South Station is 9 minutes.

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English Basement One Block From Library of Congress- Capitol Hill Reviews

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 123 out of 132 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 7 out of 132 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 2 out of 132 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 132 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 132 reviews

9.8/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Staff & service

10/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

JoAnn

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
The property manager was so responsive and was nice enough to accommodate an early check in for us. We really loved the location of this place. We had events at the capital building and it was about a 10 minute walk.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025

8/10 Good

Kathy A.

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

Great neighborhood!

This property was close to where we wanted to be. It had most of what we needed and the check in/communication was phenomenal. The washer/dryer does not dry your clothes just so people can be aware. But it was a comfortable place for a couple.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Laura F.

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

Great location!

Located in a quiet and safe neighborhood but within easy walking distance to some great restaurants and lots of DC sites (Capitol, Supreme Court, and LOC).
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Mark R.

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

Excellent location!

Very clean property. Easy walking distance to the Metro, restaurants and Capital sights.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Ben M.

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

Great place

Everything you need. Awesome neighborhood!
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Josh v.

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

Great location

Can’t beat the location. Well stocked kitchen and very clean. Definitely will use again.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

John C.

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

Perfect location

Clean, comfortable, well stocked with breakfast food, walking distance to capital. Host is very interested in keeping guests happy.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Rick H.

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

Great location.

Great location, particularly if you want to visit the Capitol or try to attend a SCOTUS argument. Good communication with the host, too.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Chrislyn.

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

Wonderful location in DC

It was a great experience. Close to restaurants and accessible walking to some of the east side monuments/places. Loved every bit of our stay. We will be back if we need to stay again. Communication was great and the host was very helpful and communicative.
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Ben V.

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

Perfect Location!

Great little place with everything you need to enjoy a long weekend in DC. Perfect location for walking to all the sights as well as plenty of places close by to grab a bite to eat. Enjoyed the stay very much!
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

anthony v.

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

Great spot

Clean and good spot in dc
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Joy P.

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

Great Apartment-Great Location

Our host was attentive to details. The apartment was well stocked. The location could not have been more convenient to Capitol and the Mall and restaurants and services
Stayed 7 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Estelle S.

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

Great little efficiency in quiet neighborhood!

We loved the convenience of all the restaurants and sites within walking distance. The host was great and always checking to make sure we had what we needed. Would stay there again!
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Scott C.

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

Excellent property and location

Clean, well-equipped apartment within easy walking distance of major Washington sites and attractions. Safe, wonderful historic DC neighborhood. Owner was friendly, incredibly helpful, and very easy to communicate with. An ideal property for anyone interested in a DC stay for work or play.
Stayed 6 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Collin K.

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

Great home for family trip

Convenient to the National mall, just a few blocks from market and restaurants and great setup for my son and I. Communication was fantastic and there were even easy to cook food stuff and cereal there upon arrival to help for an easy transition!
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jason H.

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

Book it now!

We had an amazing stay at Peter's English basement! His communication was excellent from start to finish, making the entire process seamless. The space was extremely comfortable and impeccably clean—just what we needed for our trip. The location is unbeatable! My wife and I visited for the Bruce Springsteen concert and had a blast exploring local restaurants and bars beforehand. We even enjoyed the Eagles game at Tom’s Watch Bar, which was so much fun! On concert day, we spent hours at the Wharf soaking in the atmosphere. We can't wait to come back! Highly recommend this gem!
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kathleen V., Washington State USA

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

Nice quiet neighborhood

Easy to get around, Vrbo, bus etc. Has a Starbucks and good restaurant selection within 2 blocks. Apartment has everything you need, great shower and snacks. We enjoyed our stay.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Christopher Q.

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

Wonderful Location for Our Trip To D.C.

This VRBO was exactly what we needed. The Library of Congress was a quick walk away so getting to my training class was easy. The neighborhood was quiet and beautiful. We enjoyed taking walks in the afternoons to look at the historic homes. We went to many of the wonderful resturants close by. We spent two days walking to the Capital, the Smithsonians, etc... Everything was clean and cozy with plenty of coffee and snacks. Peter was clear in all of his communications and it was nice knowing we could reach out if we had any questions. This will definately be where we stay when we come back again. Thanks so much for a great experience.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jana M.

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

Great rental

We had a great time, all 16 of us ranging from 75-10 years old! Peter was great to work with!!!
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Rachel L.

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

Well stocked & great location

We were able to walk the capital and national library of congress. The host was helpful and very informative. The bathroom was was nice and spacious. The kitchen was well stocked, good breakfast items were provided and they even had detergent available for laundry.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Michael M., Lakewood, Ohio

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

Quick DC work trip

Great location, comfortable and very clean bed/suite, fully stocked, plus street parking. What else could a business traveler want/need? Close to the Capitol plus plenty of dining etc just a couple blocks away.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Andrea S.

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

English basement 5 stars

This was our second stay at the English Basement. Peter is an excellent host and very helpful. The place was stocked with milk, eggs, water, cereal and snacks. The AC worked well and was much appreciated during our heat-wave visit. The location is perfect for us. We walk a lot and were able to walk to a Nationals game, as well as monuments and museums. It is also close to a metro station. The neighborhood was safe and secure. We often walked home after 10 pm and never had any problems. We will definitely stay here again for our next visit to DC.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Barry G.

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

Outstanding

The property was cozy, well taken care of, over the top supplied with bottled water, milk, snacks. Communication with Peter so easy and so friendly. I am so thankful I found it and plan to return and will highly recommend. Thank you Barry
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Polly E.

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

Perfect Location

I have stayed at this property 2 times. Each trip was with one of my 5th grade grandsons. It is located in a safe neighborhood which is close to the Eastern Market Metro, has several restaurants that are walking distance and are not ridiculously expensive and is walking distance to many important sites in Washington. Peter is very accessible through VRBO message board and always responds in a prompt manner. I would stay here again if I went to Washington, DC.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

robert h.

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

awesome

Peter's description is spot-on: A very comfortable, well-appointed, perfectly located one-room home-base for our 3 day walking tour of DC--lovely neighborhood, easy walk to great restaurants (try Ambar!) and the Mall. And Peter is continuously and generously available to answer all questions re parking (free--he manages entirely on your behalf!), logistics, sites. Just what we needed!
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2023