Title: Spacious DC Retreat | Conv Ctr 4BR/5BA by DCottage Reviews, Deals & Photos 2025 - Expedia.co.uk [See all properties](http://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?regionId=&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) Entire home # Spacious DC Retreat | Conv Ctr 4BR/5BA by DCottage Holiday home with kitchen, near Smithsonian Institution ![Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/92000000/91020000/91012700/91012634/8c7dd52e.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![4 bedrooms, desk, iron/ironing board, travel cot](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/92000000/91020000/91012700/91012634/d491c157.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/92000000/91020000/91012700/91012634/9b0677c6.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![TV](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/92000000/91020000/91012700/91012634/20fa0995.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![TV](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/92000000/91020000/91012700/91012634/1bd9567b.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Location - Amenities - Policies In the heart of DC's trendy Shaw neighborhood, District Cottage is a bright and spacious 4,000 SF townhouse perfect for families or work-from-home travelers. Enjoy luxury amenities like marble spa-like showers, fast Verizon FIOS internet, complimentary Netflix and HBO MAX on big TVs. Plus two full kitchens with dining areas. 9.8 Exceptional ### Entire home 4 bedrooms5 bathroomsSleeps 12 ## Popular amenities - Parking available - Dryer - Washer - Kitchen - Air conditioning ## 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. ### Spacious DC Retreat | Conv Ctr 4BR/5BA by DCottage Stay in this lovely two-units home located in the Shaw neighborhood and enjoy its comfortable and well-equipped interiors. With high ceilings, marble bathrooms, fast internet, and TVs with streaming options, this guesthouse is suitable for families, individuals attending conferences, or travelers seeking to explore DC. The Shaw/Howard Metro is just a short 5-minute walk away, and the Convention Center, dining, shopping, and entertainment options are just steps away! Property Highlights: • 4,000 SF two-units townhouse that can comfortably accommodate a large group. • Featuring 4 spacious bedrooms, 4 luxury bathrooms, 2 powder rooms, 2 full kitchens, and 2 dining/entertainment areas in two separate units. • Each bedroom completes with its own private en-suite bathroom. No sharing bathrooms! 🤫 • Equipped with smart locks for easy self-check-in and access • Fast FIOS WiFi internet • 2 sets of washers and dryers • All bedrooms equipped with streaming ready Roku HDTVs • Complimentary coffee and tea • Luxury marble spa-like shower experience • Our home is powered by solar! Layout: • 3rd Floor: Two (2) primary suites with full in-suite bathrooms • 2nd Floor: Full kitchen, powder room, dining/living room (sectional sofa) • 1st Floor: Full kitchen, powder room, dining/living room (regular sofa), main entry foyer, and library/reading area • English Basement: Two (2) primary suites with full in-suite bathrooms 6 Sleeping Arrangements: • Bedroom #1 (3rd Floor) - King size bed • Bedroom #2 (3rd Floor) - Two (2) Full size beds + inflatable mattress • Bedroom #3 (English Basement) - King size bed • Bedroom #4 (English Basement) - King size bed Location: • 1.4 miles to the National Mall • 1.7 miles to the US Capitol • 1.5 miles to the White House • 0.3 mile to the Shaw Metro Station on the green/yellow line • 0.5 mile to the DC Convention Center • 0.3 mile to a supermarket House Rules: We're delighted to welcome you to our cozy home! Please read and agree to our House Rules for a happy and enjoyable stay. Parking and Getting Around: Our street in DC offers free street parking on a first-come, first served basis. For more details, check out the "Getting Around" tab under the "Where you'll be" section. We're committed to making your home-sharing experience unforgettable. We love living here, and we're confident you will, too. Thank you for choosing our home! Ivan and Stephen District Cottage • You'll have access to: lower level (2nd & 3rd Floors) and lower level (1st Floor & English basement), both accessible via a shared front foyer. • Self check-in is contact-free with Yale smart locks. • Early luggage drop-off inside the foyer is available starting at 12:00 PM. Check-in: Smart locks will automatically grant access at 4:00 PM. Check-out: Smart locks will automatically revoke access at 11:00 AM. • I am here for you during your stay, but our level of interaction is up to you. Our home offers a fully self check-in and check-out process. You'll receive detailed instructions five days before your arrival, as well as on the night before your departure. • We'll provide links to electronic and hard copies of our House Manual and Parking Information. There are also helpful notes posted throughout the home for your convenience. Welcome to the vibrant Shaw neighborhood in DC! This area is brimming with history, charm, and modern appeal, making it a favorite among young professionals, families, and longtime residents alike. You'll love being just steps away from a fantastic German beer garden, some of the city's best gourmet coffee shops, and a variety of trendy restaurants to suit every taste. Plus, there's a convenient grocery store just a few blocks away, so you'll have everything you need right at your fingertips. And if you're up for some adventure, the lively U Street nightlife scene and the DC Convention Center are just a quick 10-15 minute stroll away. We're thrilled to share this amazing neighborhood with you! Welcome to the heart of the Shaw neighborhood in DC! Our flat has a fantastic "Walk Score" of 97, making it a walker's paradise. You'll have easy access to excellent food, entertainment, and shopping. The Shaw Metro Stop is less than a 12-minute walk away, and the Convention Center is just a 5-minute car ride. DC is also very biker-friendly, and several Capital Bikeshare stations are nearby. Lyft and Uber are readily available throughout DC. Here's some info on getting here: If you're flying into DCA, taking the Yellow Metro line straight to Shaw Metro Station or a taxi/Uber/Lyft is the easiest option during rush hours. If you arrive at IAD or BWI, a taxi/Uber/Lyft is the best way to reach our home. If you're coming by bus or train, you can take the Red Metro line to Gallery Place/Chinatown and transfer to the Green/Yellow Metro line to Shaw Station. The street across from our home (on 3rd St) does not require a visitor permit; all street parking is first come, first serve. All other nearby street parking has a 2-hour limit during the day on weekdays or is for residents only. The nearby Giant supermarket has a public underground garage for about $30/business day. Independent third-party parking spots may also be available on the SpotHero app. We'll provide additional parking information before check-in. • This is our primary home. We've locked some rooms, doors, and drawers to keep our personal belongings secure, but the rest of the house is all yours to enjoy! • If you're traveling with little ones and need baby gates for the stairs, just give us a heads up at least 7 days in advance and we'll be happy to provide them. • We take great pride in keeping our home sparkling clean, and we appreciate your help in maintaining that standard during your stay. Your contribution makes all the difference in offering a top-notch home-sharing experience for everyone. Thank you! • Guests within a 50-mile radius of DC must message us before booking. • No parties, pre-games, or events. Visitors are limited to one to two close friends or family members. • Quiet hours are in effect from 10PM to 8AM every day. • Loud speakers are not allowed for playing loud music at any time. • Shoes are not permitted inside the house. • No smoking allowed, with a violation fee of $300 per night. • Additional overnight guests beyond the reservation will incur a fee of $30 per person per night. • Unauthorized late checkouts past 11:00 AM will incur a fee of $100 per extra hour to cover the cost of cleaning. • Any mess left behind that requires a deep cleaning will result in a fee of $200 to cover the cost of cleaning. ## Property amenities ### Internet - Available in the house: WiFi ### Parking and transport - Parking on site ### Kitchen - Coffee/tea maker - Cookware, dishware, and utensils - Dishwasher - Hob - Microwave - Oven - Refrigerator - Toaster ### Dining - Dining table ### Bedrooms - 4 bedrooms - Bedsheets provided ### Bathroom - 5 bathrooms - Hair dryer ### Living spaces - Dining table ### Entertainment - TV ### Laundry - Laundry facilities - Washing machine ### Work spaces - Desk ### 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 ## Similar properties ![Exterior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/108000000/107120000/107113300/107113257/c5df3326.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Spacious & Stylish 5BD/5BA Home Near Capitol Hill! 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Visitors are limited to one to two clos... ### Pets Pets not allowed ### Children and extra beds Children are welcome ### Events No events allowed ### Smoking Smoking is not permitted ## Important information ### You need to know This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession. 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 and a first aid kit 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 5007242201000518 If you cancel your booking, you'll be subject to the host's cancellation policy. In accordance with UK consumer law, property booking services are not subject to the right of withdrawal. ### Property is also known as 420391 ## About the area ![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%7C38.91132%2C-77.01958&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=xMxXNHr9umJvnZXXMM80hwCIxrk=) Washington, DC #### What's nearby - Howard Theatre - 6 min walk - 0.4 miles - Howard University - 12 min walk - 0.7 miles - Walter E. Washington Convention Center - 12 min walk - 0.7 miles - Capital One Arena - 18 min walk - 1.0 mile - Smithsonian Institution - 4 min drive - 2.2 miles #### Getting around - Shaw Station - 7 min walk - Washington Union Station - 13 min drive - Ronald Reagan National Airport (DCA) - 19 min drive #### Restaurants - ‪Electric Cool Aid - ‬3 min walk - ‪Ambar Balkan Cuisine - ‬3 min walk - ‪Dunkin' - ‬6 min walk - ‪Dacha Beer Garden - ‬3 min walk - ‪Chaplin's Restaurant - ‬6 min walk ## Frequently asked questions ### Is Spacious DC Retreat | Conv Ctr 4BR/5BA by DCottage pet-friendly? > No, pets are not allowed at this property. ### How much is parking at Spacious DC Retreat | Conv Ctr 4BR/5BA by DCottage? > On-site parking is available at the property. ### What time is check-in at Spacious DC Retreat | Conv Ctr 4BR/5BA by DCottage? > Check-in begins at 4:00 PM. ### What time is check-out at Spacious DC Retreat | Conv Ctr 4BR/5BA by DCottage? > Checkout is at 11:00 AM. ### Where is Spacious DC Retreat | Conv Ctr 4BR/5BA by DCottage located? > Located in Northwest, this holiday home is within a 15-minute walk of Howard Theatre and Howard University. Walter E. Washington Convention Center and Capital One Arena are also within 1 mile (2 km). Shaw Station is 7 minutes by foot and 7th St. Convention Center Station is 11 minutes. ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. 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