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Old Town Escape @ TopShelfStays (4 blocks metro, walkable, peloton bike)

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A living room with a sofa, coffee table, rug, bookshelf, and TV.
A neatly made bed with white bedding and patterned pillows, a rolled towel on the bed, and a window with blinds in the background.
A two-story brick house with a front porch, a blue door, and a small garden.
A living room with a sofa, coffee table, and a fireplace. There is a staircase leading to another level.
A kitchen with wooden cabinets, a microwave, an oven, and a dining area with a glass table and chairs.

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional

Highlights

  • Made for relaxation
    Top-rated for comfort — guests feel right at home here.
  • Games
    A rare find - enjoy a variety of games available on-site.
  • Centrally-located
    You're never far from where you need to be with this convenient location.
  • Discover nearby landmarks
    Near Torpedo Factory Art Center
3 bedrooms2+ bathroomsSleeps 8

Popular amenities

  • Onsite parking available
  • Kitchen
  • Air-conditioning
  • Fenced yard
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Fireplace

Explore the area

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Alexandria, VA
  • Place, Alexandria Black History Museum
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Place, Market Square
    ‪14 min walk‬
  • Place, George Washington Masonic National Memorial
    ‪19 min walk‬
  • Airport, Washington, DC (IAD-Washington Dulles Intl.)
    ‪57 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 8)

King Bedroom 2nd floor

1 King Bed

Queen Bedroom 2nd floor

1 Queen Bed

Queen Bedroom 3rd floor

1 Queen Bed

2 bathrooms, 1 half bathroom

1st floor Bathroom

Toilet

2nd floor Bathroom

Bathtub or shower

3rd floor Ensuite Bathroom

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Dining area

About this property

Old Town Escape @ TopShelfStays (4 blocks metro, walkable, peloton bike)

Welcome to our spacious 4-bedroom townhome in the heart of Old Town Alexandria, VA. You'll love being in this historic neighborhood, with Old Town's attractions and easy access to Washington DC via the nearby metro.

Our home is designed for your comfort, whether you're here for a quick visit or a longer stay. Relax in the cozy living room with a fireplace and a big Smart TV. The kitchen is fully equipped with a gas stove/oven for your home-cooked meals.

You'll find a comfortable King bedroom, two Queen bedrooms, and a loft with two twin beds on the second and third floors for a good night's sleep. Plus, we have a Peloton bike for fitness enthusiasts. Enjoy the perfect mix of comfort and convenience during your stay in Old Town Alexandria.

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House Rules

Check in after 5:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 18
Check out before 10:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
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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 smoking or vaping inside home. If you choose t
A damage deposit of $500 will be authorized against guest's payment.

Important information

You need to know

Property # 3068837vb
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 deadlock

About the area

Alexandria

Located in Alexandria, this holiday home is in the city centre. Washington Monument and Lincoln Memorial are notable landmarks, and travellers looking to shop may want to visit Tysons Corner Center and Union Station Shopping Center. Check out an event or a game at Capital One Arena, and consider making time for Smithsonian Institution, a top attraction not to be missed. Kayaking and power boating offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with cycling and hiking/biking trails nearby.
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Alexandria, VA

What's nearby

  • Alexandria Black History Museum - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Market Square - 14 min walk - 1.2 km
  • Alexandria City Hall - 15 min walk - 1.3 km
  • Torpedo Factory Art Center - 17 min walk - 1.5 km
  • George Washington Masonic National Memorial - 19 min walk - 1.6 km

Getting around

  • Braddock Rd Station - 6 min walk
  • Alexandria Station - 20 min walk
  • Ronald Reagan National Airport (DCA) - 9 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪Hypergoat - ‬10 min walk
  • ‪Continues Arcade - ‬9 min walk
  • ‪Royal Restaurant - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪Lena's Wood-Fired Pizza & Tap - ‬7 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is Old Town Escape @ TopShelfStays (4 blocks metro, walkable, peloton bike) pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at Old Town Escape @ TopShelfStays (4 blocks metro, walkable, peloton bike)?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Old Town Escape @ TopShelfStays (4 blocks metro, walkable, peloton bike)?

Check-in begins at 5:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Old Town Escape @ TopShelfStays (4 blocks metro, walkable, peloton bike)?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Old Town Escape @ TopShelfStays (4 blocks metro, walkable, peloton bike) located?

Located in Old Town West, this holiday home is 1 mi (1.6 km) from George Washington Masonic National Memorial and within 3 miles (5 km) of Potomac River and Birchmere. Potomac River Waterfront Park is 3 mi (4.8 km) away. Braddock Rd Station is 6 minutes by foot and King Street Station is 16 minutes.

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 20 reviews
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Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 20 reviews

9.6/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

9.8/10

Communication

10/10

Location

9.8/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Bridget M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Location is amazing. Close to metro and Old Town and Trader Joe's!
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kelly L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The location was perfect for us!
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kirk L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great location, close to train to DC, grocery store, stores, wonderful neighborhood. It seems to be a great value for the area, we would definitely stay again.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kimberly M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great place
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Rebecca C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Check in was easy. We appreciated the option for off street parking in the back on the townhouse and found everything comfortable and clean. Proximity to the Metro was great and we were able to get around easily.
Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kelly T.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Place was great! Clean, comfortable, and walkable to all. Would definitely stay again
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Ry P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Clean, comfortable house for a family of 5. Great location in a quiet neighborhood with a short walk to some great coffee and restaurants. Easy check in and great communication from the host. Highly recommended!
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2026
Verified

6/10 Okay

Bonnie B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location
House needs more than 1 towel per guest, linens for trundle bed, and glasses larger than coffee cups.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Barbara S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The house worked well for our family of 7. It was clean and communication was excellent, although it would have helped older renters to have information about operating tv and more directions about trash disposal etc. It was a short walk to the Metro, although we found it less expensive to drive into DC. Supermarket (Trader Joe’s) and restaurants were nearby. It was as described and we would stay here again.
Stayed 6 nights in Apr 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

shaneika

Very nice
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kristin D.

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

Girls weekend trip

Very nice house in a great location!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kasie W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The house is exactly as advertised! The location is perfectly located to some great local coffee shops, close to all the great shopping and restaurants on King St, and a short walk to Braddock Station. Janine was a great host and responded quickly to any question we had. Thanks for the great stay!
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kent K.

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

Great venue

Excellent venue, close to DC but in a very nice and quiet part of Alexandria. Beautiful home!
Stayed 2 nights in May 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Bev K.

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

You won’t be sorry if you stay here.

The house is spacious and beautifully decorated. It’s a short walk to King St and Old Town Historical sights.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Michelle W.

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

Cute townhouse

Very convenient and within walking distance to everything you could need!!
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Deborah M.

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

Arlington Funeral for my Father

Great City!
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

t k.

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

Family visit

Rental was as described in the listing. It is conveniently located to the shops and restaurants on King street
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Heather L.

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

Great for a family stay

We loved the location and the space. My husband and I stayed there with our four adult children. This property is only a mile from King Street, so you can walk or take a quick Uber to great restaurants and shopping. There’s a Trader Joe’s in walking distance, along with a good selection of neighborhood restaurants within a couple of blocks. The townhouse was very clean, and the rooms were comfortable. The kitchen was set up with everything you need. We were unable to enjoy the outdoor patio due to a few intermittent showers and high temps/humidity, but that is also a nice feature. If we head back to the area, I would definitely stay again.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Marcos R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Very nice
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

S. S.

Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2025

About the host

Hosted by Janine Badic

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I love traveling and have been to every continent except Antarctica. I had the opportunity to travel extensively during my time in the military and lived in various parts of the world.

Why they chose this property

The Navy brought me in the DMV area, and during my time here, I fell in love with Old Town. I used to live here, but I wanted more people to experience its charm, so I turned my place into a short-term rental. I enjoy hosting travelers from the US and beyond and hope they, too, fall in love with this beautiful area, just as I did.

What makes this property unique

The townhouse's location is fantastic, especially if you won't have a car. It's just four blocks away from the Braddock metro station, and there are several bus stops nearby. You can also rent bikes or scooters, or simply walk (my favorite option) to the waterfront, which is 8 blocks away, or King Street, which is 6 blocks away.

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