Title: Eighteen Ninety Five @Bloomingdale, NW (9 blocks from Union Station on RED LINE Reviews, Deals & Photos 2026 - Expedia.co.uk [See all properties](http://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?regionId=&selected=41889003&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) Entire home # Eighteen Ninety Five @Bloomingdale, NW (9 blocks from Union Station on RED LINE ## Photo gallery for Eighteen Ninety Five @Bloomingdale, NW (9 blocks from Union Station on RED LINE ![Lobby - Eighteen Ninety Five @Bloomingdale, NW (9 blocks from Union Station on RED LINE (Washington)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/42000000/41890000/41889100/41889003/c528e568.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Interior - Eighteen Ninety Five @Bloomingdale, NW (9 blocks from Union Station on RED LINE (Washington)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/42000000/41890000/41889100/41889003/752730bc.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Exterior detail - Eighteen Ninety Five @Bloomingdale, NW (9 blocks from Union Station on RED LINE (Washington)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/42000000/41890000/41889100/41889003/f97b5a74.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop - Eighteen Ninety Five @Bloomingdale, NW (9 blocks from Union Station on RED LINE (Washington)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/42000000/41890000/41889100/41889003/4117affb.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Interior - Eighteen Ninety Five @Bloomingdale, NW (9 blocks from Union Station on RED LINE (Washington)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/42000000/41890000/41889100/41889003/15ed4543.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Location - Amenities - Policies Close to Howard University and Walter E. Washington Convention Center, Eighteen Ninety Five @Bloomingdale, NW (9 blocks from Union Station on RED LINE has plenty to offer. Guests can connect to free in-room WiFi. ## Reviews 8.6 Excellent ### Entire home 8 bedrooms5 bathroomsSleeps 191842 sq ft ## Popular amenities - Kitchen - Free Wi-Fi - Parking available - Fireplace £679 includes taxes & fees 3 Mar - 4 Mar ## Add dates for prices Check-in Check-out Travellers ## About this property ### Entire place You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party. ### Eighteen Ninety Five @Bloomingdale, NW (9 blocks from Union Station on RED LINE If you are looking for an authentic experience do consider staying at my home during your stay in DC. I am located on a tree-lined block in the Bloomingdale neighborhood in NW. It's a neighborhood of only about 12 square blocks with many hidden treasures: unassuming dive bars, surprise parks and award-winning restaurants. Bloomingdale is sandwiched between the neighborhoods of Shaw and Eckington. It is on the border of the District’s northwest quadrant, stretching from Second Street NW to North Capitol, bordered by Florida Avenue NW to the south and Bryant and Channing Streets, NW to the north. Eighteen Ninety Five is a spacious Victorian home with 7 bedrooms, 4.5 baths, and 14 beds (8 twin beds, 6 sofa beds, and one queen). It can hold comfortably a total of 19 guests. Air beds/tatamis are available for additional persons beyond 16\. I offer my home as a clean, cheap, and safe place to sleep and recharge in the Nation's Capital. It's humble and doable for a few nights. There's a kitchen in the main home as well as in the English basement apartment per your use. The home in the main house has a dining room with a very large wood table, a living room to lounge with guests; an iron with an ironing board; hangers; and etc. PLEASE NOTE: This rental includes the English basement unit. Each unit is completely private and secure. There is a security system with a camera on the outside's entry of the home. ## Property amenities ### Internet - Available in the house: Free WiFi ### Parking and transport - Car not required - Parking on site ### Kitchen - Coffee/tea maker - Cookware, dishware, and utensils - Electric kettle - Hob - Lobster/crab pot - Microwave - Oven - Paper towels - Refrigerator ### Dining - Dining table ### Bedrooms - 8 bedrooms - Bedsheets provided - Sofa bed ### Bathroom - 4.5 bathrooms - Bathtub - Bathtub or shower - Bidet - Hair dryer - Shower - Soap - Toilet paper - Towels provided ### Living spaces - Dining table - Fireplace - Living room - Separate dining area ### Entertainment - Smart TV ### Outdoor areas - Porch/lanai ### Comfort - Air conditioning - Heating ### Pets - No pets allowed ### Suitability/Accessibility - If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking. - Cobblestone flooring in public areas - No lift (single-level property) - Smoke-free property - Note from host: There will be a charge to fumigate. ### Services and conveniences - Iron/ironing board ### Location highlights - In the city centre - On a river - On the waterfront ### 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 ### General - Unit size: 1,842 square feet ## Similar properties ![Reception](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/30000/22400/22318/36860502.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Embassy Suites by Hilton Washington DC Chevy Chase Pavilion Northwest - Pool - Hot tub - Breakfast included - Pet-friendly 8.2 Very good 1,596 reviews £141 includes taxes & fees 22 Mar - 23 Mar [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-03-22&endDate=2026-03-23&selected=22318&PinnedHotelID=22318&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Premium bedding, desk, laptop workspace, blackout curtains](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/38000000/37270000/37261800/37261729/c0166a26.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### City Express by Marriott Washington, DC Northeast Northeast - 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21 ### Check-out Check-out before 11:00 AM Contactless check-out ### Special check-in instructions You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools ### Check-out instructions The host requires you to complete the following before checking out: Take out the rubbish Turn off the lights and lock the doors Guests are not to leave dirty dishes. Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host. ### Rules Please note that there is a fee of $20 per half hour late checkout. Should your late extends to 12:00, there will be a fee of $40. Security cameras are on the outside of property. They are located at the front and back entries into the property. No unauthorized guests or visitors allowed. You will be charged a visiting fee even if your unauthorized guest does not stay the night. ### Pets Pets not allowed ### Children and extra beds Children are welcome Note from host: Children of 6 years old or more, pay as an adult ### Events No events allowed $200 fee for any unauthorized event/party. ### Smoking Smoking is not permitted There will be a charge to fumigate. ## Important information ### You need to know This property is managed by a private host (a party not acting within their trade, business or profession). EU consumer law, including the right of withdrawal, will not apply to your booking. The cancellation policy set by the private host will cover your booking. 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 Note from host: $200 fee for any unauthorized event/party. Long-term renters welcome 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 This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room 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 5007262268004565 ### We should mention A car is not required for transport to and from this property ### Property is also known as Vrbo Property ## About the area Located on the waterfront, this holiday home is in Northwest, a neighbourhood in Washington. The area's natural beauty can be seen at National Mall and Tidal Basin, while Smithsonian Institution and National Museum of Natural History are popular area attractions. Check out an event or a game at Capital One Arena, and consider making time for National Air and Space Museum, a top attraction not to be missed. [Visit our Washington travel guide](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Washington.dx178318) [View more Holiday homes in Washington](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Washington-Private-Holiday-Homes.d178318-aaPrivateHolidayHomes.Travel-Guide-Accommodation) ![Map](https://maps.googleapis.com/maps/api/staticmap?&size=660x330&map_id=3b266eb50d2997c6&zoom=13&markers=icon:https%3A%2F%2Fa.travel-assets.com%2Ftravel-assets-manager%2Feg-maps%2Fproperty.png%7C38.91431%2C-77.00955&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=Y9N4hq1zco6fiinYNY865NNE2QI=) Washington, DC ### What's nearby - ![Washington_HowardUniversity_6151707_05](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6151707/31fa4978-cfa3-43c8-b777-402296a7e0f1.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=115.61&rh=65.03&ra=fit&q=high) Howard University 11 min walk \- 0.6 miles - ![EyeEm Custom Shoots Q4 2018](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6069181/47439b35-b27f-4c51-a11f-e79567f66370.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=115.61&rh=65.03&ra=fit&q=high) Capital One Arena 5 min drive \- 2.0 miles - ![Washington_WalterEWashingtonConventionCenter_6034985_03](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6034985/b02c0b52-fcde-4c76-8219-dc4e31596ee6.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=115.61&rh=65.03&ra=fit&q=high) Walter E. Washington Convention Center 6 min drive \- 1.3 miles - ![The Smithsonian Castle South Lawn close to the flowers](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6068571/6b24fed8-6035-422e-ae45-e078bd1652e5.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=115.61&rh=65.03&ra=fit&q=high) Smithsonian Institution 6 min drive \- 2.8 miles - ![Union Station Shopping Center which includes interior views and heritage elements](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/503277/c6ea90ad-9fb4-40cf-95ae-7ead482ebc72.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=115.61&rh=65.03&ra=fit&q=high) Union Station Shopping Center 6 min drive \- 2.0 miles ### Getting around - Washington Union Station 9 min drive - Shaw Station 14 min walk - Ronald Reagan National Airport (DCA) 19 min drive ### Restaurants - McDonald's 12 min walk - The Bistro at The Courtyard 13 min walk - All American Bakery & Cafe 9 min walk - Electric Cool Aid 12 min walk - Gold Clover Bar 7 min walk ## Frequently asked questions ### Is Eighteen Ninety Five @Bloomingdale, NW (9 blocks from Union Station on RED LINE pet-friendly? ### How much does it cost to stay at Eighteen Ninety Five @Bloomingdale, NW (9 blocks from Union Station on RED LINE? ### How much is parking at Eighteen Ninety Five @Bloomingdale, NW (9 blocks from Union Station on RED LINE? ### What time is check-in at Eighteen Ninety Five @Bloomingdale, NW (9 blocks from Union Station on RED LINE? ### What time is check-out at Eighteen Ninety Five @Bloomingdale, NW (9 blocks from Union Station on RED LINE? ### Where is Eighteen Ninety Five @Bloomingdale, NW (9 blocks from Union Station on RED LINE located? ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. Ask a question ## Eighteen Ninety Five @Bloomingdale, NW (9 blocks from Union Station on RED LINE Reviews ## Reviews ### Excellent All reviews shown are from real guest experiences. Only travellers who have booked a stay with us can submit a review. We verify reviews according to our guidelines and publish all reviews, positive or negative. [More information](https://www.expedia.co.uk/lp/b/content-guidelines) 10 - Excellent 10 8 - Good 4 6 - Okay 3 4 - Poor 0 2 - Terrible 1 ### 9.4 Cleanliness ### 9.4 Location ## Reviews ### 10/10 Excellent #### Octavia E. 22 May 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Graduation trip The house was very nice , warm and inviting for my family. It was plenty of room for my family during our stay. I would definitely stay here again and would recommend it to anyone. The host was very helpful and easy to communicate with during our stay. The neighbor was really nice and quiet. ##### Octavia E. Stayed 3 nights in May 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Sue M., Sharon Pennsylvania 19 Dec 2021 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Great for those looking to experience DC Wonderful place! Easy to get to metro! Go go go experience DC! The owner is amazing and so easy to communicate with! ##### Sue M. Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2021 ### 6/10 Okay #### Timothy S. 22 Jan 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, location Disliked: Check-in, communication #### Vrbo stay with friends I recently stayed at Dr. Koura Gibson's 1895 house on VRBO and had a mixed experience. The house itself was beautiful and very warm. ##### Timothy S. Stayed 1 night in Jan 2023 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Karen P. 10 Nov 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Wedding Worked for us ##### Karen P. Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Tara H. 28 Feb 2020 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Roomy and plenty of room for 18 people! The property manager is amazing! Great communication, understanding, and helpful. Location is 10-15 minutes from DC, National Harbor and bars/clubs and restaurants. Beds are all twins/futons, so this is best for individuals who are traveling together but not so much couples who want to sleep in the same bed. No TVs but we weren't in the house much to use them anyway! There is so much to see and do in the area. Thank you for a great stay! ##### Tara H. Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2020 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Paige L., Milford 24 May 2022 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Perfect Girl's Trip Dr. Gibson was very attentive and answered all our questions quickly. Her place is big and we each had our own sleeping place and like 5 bathrooms - with 7 ladies that is a plus. The place was lovely, clean and the neighborhood seemed nice and safe. With the heat we encountered that weekend it was great to arrive to a cool house with the air conditioning already running. The house worked perfect for us as we came to DC to go explore and experience DC. Thank you Dr. Gibson for a wonderful place to lay our heads each night! ##### Paige L. Stayed 2 nights in May 2022 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Dale K. 25 Mar 2022 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Great D.C. Experience This property was a great value for our family of 6 and our friends family of 7\. You will still need to take public transit to get to all the sites but it’s a reasonable commute and we also believe using a city’s transit system is a necessary experience to get the feel for a city. There are plenty of rooms and beds. We were there to see D.C. not hang out in the home, but when we did play games and relax there was plenty of room to all do our own thing. I read the previous bad reviews and think the criticism was unwarranted based on our experience. There was some issues associated with the home being over a 100 years old and not at the top of the price list, but we didn’t pay for granite countertops and a hot tub. It’s a great value, great location and there’s plenty of room. ##### Dale K. Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2022 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Aliya W. 4 Dec 2019 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Thanksgiving Stay This home is lovely with exquisite art work. Unlike some homes that fit large groups through the use of air mattresses and sofas, this home really can sleep 19 comfortably. Most of the beds are doubles and almost every room has a futon so it was great for children to have their own beds. I think it would also be great for groups of individuals traveling together but might be less so for couples wishing to sleep in the same bed. The home is in a very quiet neighborhood so it provides a nice respite from the rest of the city. There is also a playground/park a few blocks away (which is great for letting kids work out some energy). One note - there are no TVs. Not such a big deal with phones, tablets, etc. (and wifi is included!) but something to keep in mind if TV is important. Overall, it was a great stay and a very nice home for my (rather large) family to gather in for the Thanksgiving holiday. ##### Aliya W. Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2019 ### 8/10 Good #### Sherry H., Houston, Texas 21 Oct 2022 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Great location Need to provide more toilet paper, paper towels . . . Etc. ##### Sherry H. Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2022 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Thomas E. 28 Sept 2021 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Good times great neighborhood We had a great stay at the property. The house was clean and the host was excellent. If you are looking for a place to stay while you are visiting DC as a tourist or just visiting friends I highly recommend you stay here. ##### Thomas E. Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2021 ### 8/10 Good #### Esmeralda S. 27 Jul 2021 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Grandma Weekend at NMAAHC. Overall, Good Stay for sleeping — Plenty of beds and bathrooms. Clean. Living room and dining Seating is scarce for a large group (there were 10 of us).The Kitchen is not well equipped: no mixing bowl or pots. One bathroom had an odor and bathtub rust, ##### Esmeralda S. Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2021 ### 2/10 Terrible #### Tara R. 12 Jul 2021 Liked: Check-in, location Disliked: Communication, listing accuracy #### Beware It really pays to read the reviews. We had a group of woman and while meeting in the common area of the home, some had to stand or sit on the floor. When I booked, it was not clear that you needed to enter the exact number of people staying. If the home is advertised as sleeping 19 then the cost should be based on that and not the total number of guests as long as it does not exceed capacity. When we first arrived, we were looking for linens/ towels and there were not enough for all of us. So, while looking for more towels we opened one of the drawers and it completely feel to the floor. Our mistake was not taking a picture and reporting it immediately. We felt that the owner was aware that it was non functioning and used for staging like the rest of the furniture. But of course, she is saying that we damaged it and charged for repair but I am sure the entire thing was not worth the amount. There is nothing special about any piece of furniture in the home. I've rented many properties for multiple occasions and I must say this was the worst ever! The air conditioning is inadequate for the size home and there is no central air. The main floor was freezing, while the other floors were hot and the window units did not help. Also, just note that there are no tvs and mirrors are limited, so not ideal for 12 women. Beyond that, the glasses appeared to be clean but had to be rewashed because of soap residue. One good thing to note: the neighborhood was very nice and conveniently located. ##### Tara R. ### 6/10 Okay #### Peter C. 12 Jun 2021 Liked: Check-in, communication, location #### Responsive owner, but not what we expected We used this home as a space to enjoy our first time to Washington D.C. with our extended family - a total of 14 people. We have stayed in numerous vacation rentals and have never had an experience quite like this before. I want to preface this with saying owner was very responsive any time we had a question. Upon arrival, we were overwhelmed with our large party to experience street parking. If you do not arrive before 5pm, it is very difficult to find parking. As long as we returned around 5, each of our families were able to find parking nearby, but do expect a short walk to the house. The neighborhood overall is not the place I'd want to walk at night anyway. When we arrived in the home, we were shocked to find out there are no actual queen size beds. Be aware that it is not going to be possible to sleep more than 1 person in any bed comfortably. The listing says it is river/ water front, but it is definitely not. It is however close to the National Mall. While the home SLEEPS lots of people, it most definitely does not accommodate lots of people in the living space. The couch can only seat 3-4 people and the dining table only seats 4\. So be prepared to eat some meals on the floor. There are plenty of showers and bathrooms though. The listing also states that there are dishes/ utensils for kids but we did not find that to be true. We found a small handful of plastic dishes, but thankfully we brought paper plates as these were not sufficient for our crew. When we arrived we were given very clear instructions on expectations for using this space. We were shocked to find that if you moved furniture there were fees if cleaning crew had to move them back and also fees if any dirty dishes were left in the sink. My recommendation is take lots of pictures when you arrive, and when you leave. Were were accused of breaking a decoration that is out of reach without a ladder and this ended up costing us some of our deposit even though we spent HOURS cleaning this home before checking out. When we explained that we did not break this, the owner did offer to refund us, but that is hardly the point. We left the home spotless and have pictures to prove it. We had a wonderful time seeing our nation's capitol, but we wish we had just stayed in a hotel. ##### Peter C. Stayed 4 nights in May 2021 ### 6/10 Okay #### Jamie R. 10 Jun 2021 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location #### Description misleading The house claims to have seven bedrooms. More accurately: You are given access to seven sleeping areas, but two are in a condominium on a lower level with no entrance from the main house. One area is more like a back porch that is closed in, with a twin bed in it. For beds, the option says futon/sleeping couch. Just know every one of those is a small futon, except one, which is a long futon. So if you need anyone to double up, they will not have much room. If i remember right, you can sleep 15 without anyone doubling up. I need to doublecheck this, but i believe the property claimed to have parking. There is no specific parking for this home, the only available is street parking, first come first serve. Beware the book on the coffee table in the main room. It has very mature content that should not have been left out for children to see. The house was clean and the host was easy to be in contact with. The instructions for entry were clear, once you understand that there are two entrances to separate parts of the home. Be very careful with the upstairs shower; the door is tricky, and If it leaks with normal use you will lose some of your security deposit for repairs. ##### Jamie R. Stayed 2 nights in May 2021 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Garreth B. 23 May 2021 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### We stayed a night, felt like a luxurious lifetime! Dr. Koura's stunning Victorian townhouse was a wonderful stay. I had a couple of friends from out of town who I was showing DC to and we could not have enjoyed our stay more. We are already planning our next stay! ##### Garreth B. Stayed 1 night in May 2021 ### 8/10 Good #### Manish K. 2 Apr 2021 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location #### Old house legacy Some unexpected surprise elements but overall it was good for a family gathering. Owner/manager were very responsive 👍 ##### Manish K. Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2021 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Terrel G., Millville new jersey 16 Mar 2020 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Blessed to have picked such a great place Awesome experience ##### Terrel G. ### 8/10 Good #### Heather H. 17 Feb 2020 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, location, listing accuracy #### Lovely property, reasonable price in the city This Bloomingdale property is really lovely with African art and high ceilings. Decorations and accommodations throughout are basic but comfy. House is clean; some things are a bit dated but the property owner was responsive if a bit prickly when asked. We had a great time during our girls weekend and location was central to many city destinations. Neighborhood is quite but dense, urban. Parking was a challenge but we used Uber/Lyft with ease. ##### Heather H. Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2020 ---