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Heart of Old Town Alexandria|Historic|1700ft²

Family-friendly holiday home in Alexandria

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1880s Charm, Modern Luxury
Front Entry
Living Room
Dining
Dining Room

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional
3 bedrooms2+ bathroomsSleeps 6167.2 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Dryer
  • Washer
  • Barbecue grill

Explore the area

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  • Place, George Washington Masonic National Memorial
  • Place, Market Square
  • Place, MGM National Harbor Casino
  • Airport, Washington, DC (DCA-Ronald Reagan Washington National)

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 6)

Bedroom 1

1 King Bed and 1 Crib

Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 3

1 Queen Bed

2 bathrooms, 1 half bathroom

Hallway Bathroom

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Master Bathroom

Toilet · Shower only

Powder Room

Toilet

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Separate dining area

About this property

Heart of Old Town Alexandria|Historic|1700ft²

Historic, Old Town Alexandria home, just half a block off of King Street - Old Town's main thoroughfare. Enjoy the best of both worlds in a historic home updated with all the latest amenities. This home in the heart of Old Town has all the charm of the 1880s combined with 21st century convenience and luxury. Take advantage of hundreds of Old Town shops and restaurants, or stay in and cook in a fully-equipped kitchen. Enjoy high-speed wifi in every room. Five smart TVs, all hardwired to internet.

Perfect location for all your Washington, D.C. and Virginia sightseeing. Twelve minute drive from Reagan National Airport, 7 minute walk to the King Street Metro and Amtrak stop, 1 block from the Old Town Trolley - a free hop-on/hop-off trolley bus that runs every 10 minutes from the Potomac River to the King Street Metro. Also available nearby are bike rental kiosks and electric scooter rentals.

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Amenities

Kitchen
Washing machine
Dryer
Free WiFi
Air conditioning
Outdoor space

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 25
Check out before 10:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
Well outfitted for kids.
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

No pets allowed
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
No open flames of any kind including cigarette/cigar, candles, or matches.
No air fresheners. We try to offer an allergy/asthma friendly home and any air fresheners, scented candles, plug-ins, etc compromise the air quality.

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, a first aid kit and a deadlock

About the area

Alexandria

Old Town Alexandria, a neighbourhood in Alexandria, is home to this holiday home. Fashion Center at Pentagon City and Union Station Shopping Center are worth checking out if shopping is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's popular attractions can visit Smithsonian Institution and National Air and Space Museum. Travelling with kids? Don't miss National Museum of Natural History and Smithsonian's National Zoo. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.
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Alexandria, VA

What's nearby

  • George Washington Masonic National Memorial - 11 min walk - 1.0 km
  • Market Square - 11 min walk - 1.0 km
  • United States Patent and Trademark Office Museum - 16 min walk - 1.3 km
  • Potomac River Waterfront Park - 4 min drive - 4.2 km
  • MGM National Harbor Casino - 5 min drive - 5.3 km

Getting around

  • King Street Station - 8 min walk
  • Alexandria Station - 11 min walk
  • Ronald Reagan National Airport (DCA) - 19 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Thompson Italian - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Augie's Mussel House and Beer Garden - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Misha's Coffee - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Rock It Grill - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Andy’s Pizza - ‬2 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is Heart of Old Town Alexandria|Historic|1700ft² pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Heart of Old Town Alexandria|Historic|1700ft²?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Heart of Old Town Alexandria|Historic|1700ft²?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Heart of Old Town Alexandria|Historic|1700ft² located?

Located in Old Town Alexandria, this family-friendly Alexandria holiday home is within a 15-minute walk of George Washington Masonic National Memorial and Market Square. Potomac River and United States Patent and Trademark Office Museum are also within 1 mile (2 km). King Street Station is 8 minutes by foot and Braddock Rd Station is 13 minutes.

Reviews

10

Exceptional

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy
Rating 10 - Excellent. 59 out of 61 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 1 out of 61 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 61 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 61 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 61 reviews

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Louisa B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Upscale comfortable stay. Incredibly thoughtful host who provides everything needed and then some.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Charlotte P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This home is fantastic - beautifully appointed, immaculately clean, and centrally located in Old Town Alexandria. We truly enjoyed our stay and would recommend it to anyone traveling to the DC area.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

John H.

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

Perfect place in Old Town Alexandria

Great location and easy check in. Well appointed and clean. The kitchen was superbly stocked and the beds were quite comfortable. Parking was very easy. Highly recommend for a stay in historic Alexandria!
Stayed 6 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Robert C., Portland

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

Another wonderful stay in Old Town, Alexandria

My wife and I spent the month of February in 2023 and 2024 in this house as a midwinter escape from Maine. The house is beautifully decorated, outfitted, and maintained, just as shown in the photos. And the location can’t be beat, just a half-block off King Street, about 1/3 mile walk to the Metro and a mile down to the river. Fantastic place for walkers. We have not used a car while here, but have either walked, used the Metro, or Ubered everywhere. (There’s also the free King Street shuttle if you don’t want to walk.) The owner is local and very responsive to any communication or need. Only negative I can think of is the thin shared wall of this 19th Century wood-framed house means there is noise transmission between the adjoining houses, but it mostly amounts to some floor creaking when occupants in either house are moving about, something that didn’t bother us at all. We love staying here!
Stayed 35 nights in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Susan N.

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

Prepare for a stay that over-delivers!

Danelle was a super responsive host from the day I made the reservation. Not familiar with the area-she offered restaurant recommendations. The photos of this place do NOT do it justice. It looks straight off of an HGTV show. Beautiful staging offers homey details like two electric fireplaces. So many upscale details; electric powered window covering for large patio, lovely patio with shade and comfy furniture, excellent coffee maker, lots of different gathering spaces with comfy designer furniture, no shortage of amenities that include all bathroom needs and plenty of towels and washcloths, shampoo, conditioner, shower gel and other necessities. The kitchen has nothing like “leftover dishes and pans no longer needed by owner”. Everything is new, every shelf labeled, every kitchen accoutrement you could need for a private meal or festive dinner party. Pantry staples are abundant. Beds are divine. Despite being located behind a fire station, this home is SUPER quiet. Less than a block from King street, an easy walk gets you to the best local dining and shopping with plenty of options. Trying to reschedule for next stay. You can’t go wrong with this gem!! Thanks, Danelle!
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2021

10/10 Excellent

Mary T.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This place is perfect!! Extremely clean, great bedding, wonderful towels, great location, safe neighborhood, close to King Street and all the restaurants. We had two amazing fireplaces!
View from a bedroom
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Amanda W.

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

Beautiful home, great location!

We planned an action-packed adventure in DC, and didn’t get to fully enjoy this home, unfortunately. It’s beautiful, and very well stocked. It’s also in a really neat part of town.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Julie R.

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

Great Air Conditioning!

This is the perfect location for exploring Old Town Alexandria. It's only a 10 minute walk to the Metro, a 20 minute walk to the waterfront, and there are many great restaurants and shops nearby. The home was nicely decorated with a big, beautiful, and well-appointed kitchen! There was also a private outdoor space, however we preferred to stay inside with the air conditioning. The bedrooms and bathrooms were on the small side, but that's typical in a historic home. Everything was so nicely updated that we didn't mind. The dining room and kitchen areas were very spacious, though. Be prepared for steep stairs and laundry in the basement. It was surprisingly quiet, considering we were close to King St. and a fire station. I would highly recommend this home.
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Brian T.

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

Great stay in Alexandria!

A beautiful townhome in Alexandria. The home was an easy walk to the metro and shopping and dining in Old Town. Communication with the owner was excellent. It easily accommodated our family of 5 while touring DC for a couple of days.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kelly H.

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

Perfect Home and Perfect Location

Just finished a trip to the DC area and this home provides easy access via metro rail. Staying in Alexandria is like getting 2 vacation sceneries in one stop.On top of that, the home is very well appointed and the perfect size for our family of 4. The downstairs basement room is great for teenage kids to hangout.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Bruce S.

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

We loved this place

We loved everything about our 5 night stay here: the location, the decor, the multiple bedrooms and the quality of sleep. It was extremely easy to get into Washington DC and back when we wanted to. The kitchen was stocked with every cooking utensil, dishes and spices that we could ever need. Communication with the host was excellent. We have nothing but positive feedback and would definitely return.
Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Karin L.

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

Great place!

Wonderful residence! Great location! Had everything you would need, very clean, excellent area and steps away from King Street. Also, the beds were comfy and sheets were soft.I would stay here again!
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kathy K.

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

Wonderful property

The home was beautiful and had everything we needed. The digital guidebook was very helpful.
Stayed 5 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Julie M.

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

Stay in Old Town!

All around lovely home, and the perfect location for exploring the area by foot. We had a wonderful stay!
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jeanne H.

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

2 couples exploring Old Town Alexandria

We were amazed at all the upgrades this old house has. The modern kitchen has everything we could have wanted plus. The bedrooms and bedding were very comfortable and we were astounded at all the extras the hostess had on hand. Nice location right off King street.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Seana S.

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

Beautiful home!

This is a wonderful home in a great location! The space is very clean and updated. The owner is attentive and very nice, took a call from me on our first evening there to help me figure out the internet (our toddler monitor wasn’t connecting to wifi). She was so helpful and responsive. She even allowed us to extend our check out by 1 hour! Location is very convenient. It can get a bit noisy with sirens due to a nearby fire station, but my family mostly slept through it! The beds were extremely comfortable.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Allen P.

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

Beautiful townhouse in Old Town

We had a great stay in this wonderful, nicely renovated townhouse in Old Town. It was wonderful to be able to walk to all the great shops and restaurants on King Street. The house was well appointed and had everything we needed.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Coreen B.

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

In town for a wedding-but now plan to come back!

The host was very responsive with any and all questions we messaged her with prior to our visit. She provided us with a parking pass as we rented a car (due to needing a car seat for my 11 month old). Parallel parking on the street was usually available for us during the week. A car is definitely not necessary though and if we came back without kids I would plan to Uber or walk most places. The location of this unit in Old Town Alexandria was fantastic! Easy to walk out the door and around the corner to start shopping, eating and drinking on King Street. We had great weather during our stay and walked down to the Potomac to eat most meals with a view of the water. Highly recommend Vola’s, Hummingbird and Charter House for fresh seafood options and great drinks! We had hoped to go into DC, which we discovered would have been fairly easy from this location using public transportation, but we honestly enjoyed Old Town so much we did not feel the need to leave! The unit was professionally cleaned prior to our arrival. The host was kind enough to let us check in a few hours early! The kitchen is well organized and has everything you need-including a separate wine fridge! Great dining room with lots of seating. The outdoor space was a huge bonus and could easily seat a large group of people. The bedrooms were very nicely decorated with very comfortable beds. The bathrooms all appeared to be updated somewhat recently. Perfect space for our family get away!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Julie S.

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

Right off King Street Gem

We had a great stay at this wonderful home right off King Street. The location was great for a week trip to see the sights around DC. Not too far to the Metro. We caught the trolly several times but walked the whole street many times. The host was very quick at responding to our inquiries. The house was fully stocked in the kitchen and plenty of towels in the bathrooms. There was a cold snap while we were there and the two fireplaces warmed us up quickly. We appreciated the extra space in the basement to recover from our long days out. We hope to book again someday!
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Amanda H.

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

Great location, comfortable property

We went with a group of couples and this property was great for a group of 6. It was very clean and comfortable. Everyone remarked on how comfortable the beds were. The basement area was good for gathering with comfortable couches and a larger tv. We also enjoyed spending time out on the patio, even though it was late February. The location is great, we were able to park our car and forget it for our stay. Check out process was very simple.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kelly D.

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

Perfect Location: Metro Access & Waterfront

This is one of the best rentals I've stayed at - the backyard space was beautiful (tons of seating), the fridge and freezer are spacious, and there's TONS of kitchenware. Beds were very comfortable. It was the perfect spot to take advantage of great weather the weekend of the Marine Corps Marathon. Loved that this was within a 15 minute walk to the King St Metro & 20+ minute walk down to the waterfront along King Street. Also within walking distance of Trader Joe's if you don't want to rent a car, but it certainly is a walk. Only downside was the sirens from ambulances going by throughout the weekend, for anyone sensitive to the noise. Would definitely recommend this location!
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Barb B., Indianola

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

One of the best places we’ve stayed.

Not a brag, just a statement of fact-we’ve stayed in a lot of VRBOs over the past decade plus, and this is one of the best. Staying here really made our vacation-if you can call it that when you’re retired. We were close to restaurants and retail, with a doable walk to the Metro. The renovated kitchen wanted for nothing, the beds were comfy, and the outdoor area was cozy. It was so nice to spend a day exploring, and come ‘home’ to this property, because that’s what it felt like. There are stairs, so keep that in mind.
Stayed 10 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Kate T.

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

Beautiful Row House- great location

Check-in very easy. Great kitchen, great bedrooms, great back patio. Loved that they made the whole process so easy. I’ve started to realize that people with beautiful homes are far less demanding in their checkout process then people with homes that need help. This place was outstanding.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Ben N.

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

mr

Beautiful, comfortable, and very clean. Tastefully decorated. So close to restaurants, trolly car, and Metro. Just parked car and walked and took trolly everywhere. We will definitely stay here again.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Sarah B.

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

Fantastic Getaway

The house is gorgeous, well-stocked and exactly as advertised. The house is newly renovated with high end finishes and stocked with luxurious towels and other supplies. We really appreciated that everything was labeled and well-organized. The location was perfect for our girls trip to the DC area. Walking distance to the Metro and to Old Town Alexandria shops, restaurants and waterfront. Overall, this is the best property, I've found in my VRBO experience.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023

About the host

Hosted by Danelle Fortune

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We have lived in Alexandria for 27 years. We love the "small city near the big city" feel and value the access we have to everything the Washington DC area has to offer. We enjoy hosting people from other areas and helping you find the perfect activities to make your trip special.

Why they chose this property

This location cannot be beat. Old Town Alexandria was George Washington's stomping grounds. It cannot be beat for historical flavor. We are 1/2 block off of King Street - Old Town's main thoroughfare, so there is no end to the number of restaurants and shops in walking distance. We are a 7 minute walk to the Metro and Amtrak stop and a 12 minute drive to the airport. We knew this house would offer our guests everything they could want in walking distance with easy access to Washington, DC sightseeing.

What makes this property unique

We spent the winter having this home renovated. Almost everything is brand new and completed with guests in mind. We love the 1880s charm and the modern luxury.

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English, Spanish

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