The Dog House, a convenient stylish 2BR townhouse in charming Old Town

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2 bedroomsSleeps 592.9 sq m

Popular amenities

Dryer
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Parking available
Pet-friendly
Outdoor space

Explore the area

Alexandria, VA

George Washington Masonic National Memorial
‪3 min drive‬
MGM National Harbor Casino
‪7 min drive‬
Potomac River Waterfront Park
‪12 min drive‬
Washington, DC (DCA-Ronald Reagan Washington National)
‪17 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 5)

2nd Bedroom

2 Single Beds

Master Bedroom

1 Queen Bed

Bathroom 1

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio

Kitchen

Separate dining area

About this property

Welcome to The Dog House! We have a pet- and family- friendly townhouse set up for frequent travelers. It’s comfortable and well-appointed, with an eclectic mix of antiques and brand-new furniture, steps away from key attractions that bring people to Old Town Alexandria, Washington DC, and National Harbor. Here, you will enjoy all the comforts of home. The fully equipped kitchen includes oven, dishwasher and refrigerator/freezer with ice-maker. Small appliances include blender, microwave, toaster and coffee maker. The Dog House has wifi, Cable TV, and board games. There is also a washer and dryer if you need to get some laundry done while you are here.

With ample living space and a patio on the main level and two bedrooms upstairs, it’s easy living for families or people with differing schedules. The master bedroom has a queen bed with closet and dresser. The second bedroom has two twin beds with closet and dresser.

Capital Bikeshare, District Taco, gourmet coffee, convenience store, and Balducci’s: all within 1 block. Easy access to: Downtown DC (about $20 Uber ride,) ~20 min walk to Metro; Convenient to DCA; 6 blocks to King St.; 4 blocks to the historic GW parkway and Potomac River recreation path. Easy access to I-95. Perfect headquarters for a visit to the Nation's Capital.

Property manager

Joel Bernard

Languages

English, French

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM

Minimum age to rent: 4

Check out before 11:00 AM

Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17

Children 4+ welcome. Must clime stairs.

Events

No events allowed

Pets

Pets allowed

Dogs welcome. Must be well behaved and quiet.

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Limit noise from 10PM to 7:30AM.

We welcome dogs at the Dog House. However, as a courtesy to other guests, please keep your dog off the furniture and beds. A dog bed is provided.

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 not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip

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

We should mention

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

About the area

Alexandria

Located on a river, this holiday home is in Southwest Quadrant, a neighbourhood in Alexandria. National Museum of African American History and Culture and Smithsonian Institution are cultural highlights, and travellers looking to shop may want to visit Fashion Center at Pentagon City and Union Station Shopping Center. Looking to enjoy an event or a game? See what's going on at Capital One Arena or Nationals Park. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.

Alexandria, VA

What's nearby

Torpedo Factory Art Center - 19 min walk - 1.6 km
George Washington Masonic National Memorial - 3 min drive - 2.1 km
MGM National Harbor Casino - 7 min drive - 7.3 km
Potomac River Waterfront Park - 12 min drive - 13.9 km
George Washington's Mount Vernon - 12 min drive - 12.4 km

Getting around

Alexandria Station - 7 min drive
King Street Station - 19 min walk
Ronald Reagan National Airport (DCA) - 17 min drive

Restaurants

‪Misha's - ‬11 min walk
‪Starbucks - ‬12 min walk
‪The Executive Diner - ‬14 min walk
‪Murphy S Grand Ir - ‬10 min walk
‪Jeni S Splendid I - ‬11 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is The Dog House, a convenient stylish 2BR townhouse in charming Old Town pet-friendly?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at The Dog House, a convenient stylish 2BR townhouse in charming Old Town?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at The Dog House, a convenient stylish 2BR townhouse in charming Old Town?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is The Dog House, a convenient stylish 2BR townhouse in charming Old Town located?

Located in Southwest Quadrant, this holiday home is within a 15-minute walk of Potomac River and Market Square. Torpedo Factory Art Center and George Washington Masonic National Memorial are also within 1 mile (2 km). King Street Station is 19 minutes by foot and Alexandria Station is 23 minutes.

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10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

9.8/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

8/10 Good

Ava S.

6 April 2025

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

Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer R.

26 February 2025

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

Awesome place 2nd time staying here

The Dog House was great! This is the second year my friends and I stayed. It has everything you could need and more! We had a great girls weekend! We parked our cars right in front when we arrived on Friday and didn’t drive the whole weekend. We walked everywhere very close to shops and restaurants! Super clean and comfortable beds. Thank you!

Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Patricia R.

6 January 2025

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

Home Away From Home

Excellent stay.... thorough communication. Beautiful place. Felt like home. Very well stocked with anything you need. Thanks!

Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Cara M.

9 December 2024

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Alexandria Rowhome Dreams

We had a fantastic weekend stay at The Dog House. So conveniently located, clean, great appointments and cozy! Joel was reachable, but we didn't need anything while we were there. We live in the state, but opted to have a retreat space from our family and friends who were staying nearby at The Gaylord at the National Harbor. We were happy with our choice and the proximity to the commercial area, while being able to enjoy the quaint Old Alexandria neighborhood with all its charm. The bonus was being able to bring our pup along for the fun, too. We hate being away from him and usually have to make concessions with our rentals when considering bringing our dog along. The Dog House is one of those rare diamonds that checks all the boxes!We would absolutely stay here again!

Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jeanette B.

4 December 2024

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Shopping

Excellent host! Very clean, quiet area and safe. Enjoyed our stay.

Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024

8/10 Good

Molly H.

6 November 2024

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Lovely home in great location

House is in a super convenient location. House is super cute and has everything you need. Joel is a great host and responds quickly. Knocked off one star just for the neighbor. Out of owners control but neighbors decided to have an all out fight at 1 in the morning for over an hour. Again nothing the owner can control that is city living.

Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Barbara M.

11 October 2024

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Months Visit

My yellow Lab and I spent a minth at the house and enjoyed it immensely. Well licated, well equiped, and a very pleasant jumping off point for adventures. Would gladly stay again.

Stayed 31 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Petra S.

25 August 2024

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Schöne Unterkunft in der Nähe von Washington DC

Wir waren als 4-köpfige Familie für ein paar Tage im Dog House. Die Unterkunft hatte alles was wir brauchten. Sie war sauber und die Betten bequem. Sowohl die Altstadt von Alexandria als auch Washington DC konnten wir gut erreichen.

Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jacob B.

21 July 2024

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Brooks Family DC Trip 2024

We had a great time in Alexandria and DC. The house was very clean and not too far of a walk to King Street. The house worked just fine for the 5 of us (kids age 8 and 9). Alexandria is a cool town if you like history, shopping, and good food. The free trolley up and down King Street is a great plus.

Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Danielle W.

17 July 2024

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Perfect Trip

My daughter and I thoroughly enjoyed our stay. The Dog House is quaint, charming, and perfectly located. Balducci's Grocery was a daily stop and made our evenings.

Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Cissie V.

23 June 2024

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Absolutely loved it

This was our first time renting. This place was so welcoming the moment we opened the door. It was so clean and the host has all the daily essentials there for you. It was easy to get around town and super close to public transportation which made it easy to get into DC. I would stay here again.

Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Sarah H.

24 May 2024

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Wonderful spot

The Dog House and Alexandria was perfect for our family passing through the DC area for a few days. We were all delighted by the Dog House's charm and downtown Alexandria was such an unexpected treat. Wish we had more time to explore!

Stayed 2 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

EMILY W.

23 May 2024

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Great location, great host

The dog house is a great place to stay. We are a family of four and had a great time on our long weekend trip, we had plenty of room for the 4 of us, the house was very clean. The location is hard to beat, this was our second time coming to DC, but our first in Alexandria, we loved it. It was nice walking to king street, down to the water, and just all around. It seemed like we were just steps from everything. Joel was a great host, the house had anything we could possibly need, we had a question while we were there and we got a response right away. This is definitely a place we would stay again without question.

Stayed 3 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Carrie M.

14 May 2024

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Best Place Ever/Best Host Ever

From our first day to our last, this townhome was perfect. The townhome is well supplied with everything you will need for a comfortable stay. A well equipped kitchen, wonderful linens, GREAT location, GREAT ambiance. Close to public transportation, we did not need a rental car. We stayed two weeks and when we had an issue flying out at the end of our trip, one call to Joel and we he assured us we could stay another night. We will be planning a return visit and The Dog House will definitely be our place to stay!

Stayed 14 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Lynne C.

12 April 2024

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Definitely recommend, you'll feel at home in the dog house !

Firstly we can't praise the host highly enough. Great communication, and provided lots of useful information. Also very kindly compensated us when we missed our first night in the house as our flight was cancelled due to bad weather. The house itself is wonderful.Really charming and full of personal touches which make it so welcoming and homely. It was immaculately clean, and whilst obviously ideal if you have a dog,with bowls, food and bed provided, don't let that put you off if you're not a dog owner. There's no doggy smells! The beds were comfortable. The shower was good, plenty of towels and nice toiletries. The kitchen was well stocked , and the host had provided a lot of grocery items, oils, spices, etc. Plus there's a great grocery store nearby for your provisions. The house has a small outside area with table and chairs, which was an added bonus. The neighbourhood is fantastic. We felt really safe. Just a 10 min cab ride to the airport, 15 mins into DC. King Street a 10 to 15 minutes walk away is full of great eating places and shops. There's the train station at one end and the waterfront at the other. You can get a water taxi into DC and they also do water tours. There's a free bus which runs virtually the full length of the street. Only slight negatives are the stairs maybe an issue if unsteady on your feet. Also the house is by quite a busy junction and the traffic builds early, so bring earplugs if you're a light sleeper. That said would happily book again.

Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kay R.

14 February 2024

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DC visit

The Dog House was perfect for our family. Easy location that is close to all the activities we planned. VERY comfortable beds. If we are back in DC, we would stay again.

Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer R.

13 February 2024

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Wonderful weekend

We had a wonderful girls weekend at this awesome place! We parked our cars when we arrived and that’s where they stayed all weekend. Old Town and King St is several blocks away. Everything we wanted to do was within walking distance. The house was very clean and comfortable. We had a wonderful weekend would definitely stay here again.

Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Oveta W.

9 January 2024

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Charming Home

Our stay was very relaxing and comfortable. We had a positive experience. The house was clean and well organized, with everything you need to cook a meal...spices, utensils, and dishes. Easily communicated with owner. Great location for restaurants and touring the city.

Stayed 5 nights in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Katrina S.

9 December 2023

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The dream!

This has to be the best rental we’ve stayed in. We were there a month and it felt truly like home with everything we could possibly need and the house beautifully decorated and so cozy. We loved everything about it and will definitely return.

Stayed 34 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Ashley B.

20 October 2023

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Great vacay location

We were here for family vacation. The location was with in walking distance of old town for us and close to bus stops when wanting to use the metro. Enjoyed our stay and the owners were so easy to work with! They have the house stocked with anything you could need and have an adorable little place!

Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

david d.

24 September 2023

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Wonderful place

Fantastic place. We loved how clean and stocked it was.

Stayed 15 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Ellen T.

2 September 2023

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Alexandria townhome

Very clean and modern townhouse, close to downtown Alexandria and 15 minutes drive to Washington DC. Many extra perks in the kitchen and basically everything you would need for a relaxing stay.

Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Tom A.

23 August 2023

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Awesome experience

We are a family of five grown adults and we absolutely enjoyed our stay here. We all fit and while it was cozy, it was clean and relaxing. The area was great for getting around easily to everything we wanted to see and experience. I highly recomment anyone staying here and Joel was very accommodating. A+++

Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Brian E Mittelholzer S.

22 August 2023

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Fun time

Great stay

Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Riley D.

27 June 2023

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Perfect Place!

This house was absolutely perfect! The two bedrooms were big and the bathroom was nicely renovated. It's location was amazing and just a short walk into most of the shops in Alexandria. It also was just a short drive into DC. Overall, I would definitely stay here again and loved it so much!

Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2023

About the host

Hosted by Joel Bernard

We have lived all over the country, and we find ourselves coming back to Old Town, Alexandria time and again. We were tired of staying in hotels when we visited and decided to buy a place of our own and share it with others.

Why they chose this property

We bought this home because of its layout and its location. Its a comfortable home with plenty of room for a comfortable stay. Its location is idea for those interested in exploring Alexandria, DC or National Harbor. You can walk to the metro, restaurants, shops and the river; you can grab a Capital Bikeshare and explore the GW Parkway. This home is central to it all.

What makes this property unique

You will love Old Town, Alexandria. The city was founded in 1749 and is home to many historical sites including Christ Church where both George Washington and Robert E Lee worshiped, Gatsby's Tavern, the Lee-Fendall Home and The Torpedo Factory. Old Town is set up as a grid, with most homes being multi-story townhomes with shared walls, charming gardens and for some, water views of the Potomac River. Old Town is home to wonderful restaurants, shops, boutiques and parks. The town is very dog-friendly. Learn more at

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2 bedrooms (sleeps 5)

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