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Charming English basement apartment in historic Dupont Circle

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Exterior
Queen-sized sofa bed in living room.
King size Tempur-Pedic bed in the bedroom.
Room
Front door and dining area

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
1 bedroom1 bathroomSleeps 460.4 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Dryer
  • Washer
  • Parking available
  • Kitchen
  • Air conditioning
  • Free WiFi

Explore the area

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Washington, DC
  • Walter E. Washington Convention Center
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Howard University
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • White House
    ‪4 min drive‬
  • Washington, DC (DCA-Ronald Reagan Washington National)
    ‪23 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

1 bedroom (sleeps 4)

Bedroom 1

1 King Bed

Convertible bed(s)

1 Double Sofa Bed

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Spaces

Kitchen
Dining area

About this property

Charming English basement apartment in historic Dupont Circle

Enjoy this charming 1br/1ba (sleeps 2-4+) English Basement apartment with private entrance in a historic 1890 Townhouse within walking distance of Dupont Circle, Logan Circle and the U Street Corridor. This tastefully furnished apartment has one bedroom with a king size Tempurpedic bed, a queen size sleeper sofa, plus several inflatable beds of various sizes. It's the perfect location for a business trip or a visit to DC's many incredible sites. And I don't charge a cleaning fee! I’ve lived in the main house above the apartment for over 20 years, so I’m happy to answer questions about the area and offer suggestions for your stay.

The apartment is a stone's throw from dozens of restaurants, shops, clubs and within easy walking distance of two Metro lines. There's no off-street parking for the unit, but free temporary residential parking can be arranged for visitors to take advantage of the plentiful street parking in the neighborhood.
Keywords: Dupont Circle, Logan Circle, U Street Corridor

Property manager

Frank Albinder
Premier Host

Languages

English

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Amenities

Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Free WiFi
Air conditioning
Parking available

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House Rules

Check in after 2:00 PM
Check out before 12:00 PM
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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

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 not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property
Property Registration Number 5007242201000602

We should mention

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

About the area

Washington

Northwest, a neighbourhood in Washington, is home to this apartment. The area's natural beauty can be seen at National Mall and Tidal Basin, while Smithsonian Institution and Smithsonian's National Zoo are popular area attractions. National Museum of Natural History and National Air and Space Museum are not to be missed. Power boating and sailing offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with cycling and hiking nearby.
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Washington, DC

What's nearby

  • Walter E. Washington Convention Center - 3 min drive - 2.1 km
  • Howard University - 3 min drive - 1.6 km
  • Capital One Arena - 3 min drive - 2.7 km
  • National Mall - 3 min drive - 3.0 km
  • White House - 4 min drive - 2.4 km

Getting around

  • U Street Station - 9 min walk
  • Washington Union Station - 15 min drive
  • Ronald Reagan National Airport (DCA) - 23 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Annie's Paramount Steak House - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪Ted's Bulletin - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Barcelona Wine Bar - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪Bluestone Lane Logan Circle Café - ‬5 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is Charming English basement apartment in historic Dupont Circle pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Charming English basement apartment in historic Dupont Circle?

Check-in begins at 2:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Charming English basement apartment in historic Dupont Circle?

Checkout is at 12:00 PM.

Where is Charming English basement apartment in historic Dupont Circle located?

Located in Northwest, this apartment building is within 1 mile (2 km) of Embassy Row, Walter E. Washington Convention Center and Howard University. Smithsonian Institution and White House are also within 2 miles (3 km). U Street Station is 9 minutes by foot and Dupont Circle Station is 13 minutes.

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

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9.4/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Amenities

9.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.0/10

Eco-friendliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Samuel V.

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

Cozy & Convenient!

Loved staying at this property! An under 10 minute walk to the Green Line station and many restaurants. Parking was easy to find and the owner was very helpful in getting the permit and the check-in / check-out process. 10/10 would definitely recommend staying here.
Stayed 6 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Maria Victoria M.

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

Wonderful Stay

The owner immediately fix an issue we had during our stay. Excellent communication from checkon to checkout. Location is close to restaurant s and Traders Joe
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Julie R.

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

Super cute apartment in great neighborhood

Very easy to find & close street parking. Apartment had everything we needed including stocked kitchen & laundry. Very nice decor & huge comfortable bed. Clean bathroom. Loved the neighborhood & all dining options close by. Hostwawassnnicesfriendly
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Elizabeth M.

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

A Washington Vacation

Very comfortable. Well stocked kitchen. Great location near restaurants and good public transportation. Very nice owner.
Stayed 14 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Dorothy C.

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

Charming Apartment

The apartment was cozy and comfortable. Frank was very accommodating. The location was central and in a good neighborhood.
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer A.

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

Perfect for our family of 4!

Frank’s basement house was perfect for our family of 4. The kids slept on the pullout couch and we were also able to cook meals at night. The location was perfect to take a quick uber to all the sites in DC. Frank was also great at communicating. Would definitely recommend!
Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Karyl H.

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

Family Visit

I found this listing which worked out as a great location within a couple of blocks of our family. It was an easy walk and we felt safe walking after dark. Communication with Frank was great. We did not have a rental car so parking was not an issue. We slept very well using both the bed and sofa bed. The updated bathroom was very nice. We also enjoyed looking through some of the books about the history of DC and used the TV in the living area. We only used the kitchen for quick breakfast and evening snacks, but it looked like it was equipped to make a meal if you chose to. My Great Niece enjoyed seeing the blown up lighted turkey on the roof and all the pumpkins on the steps. We look forward to our next family visit and staying at Frank's English Basement!
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kathryn

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Excellent apartment. Great location, close to metro stations, shops, restaurants and sight seeing. Very comfortable apartment with everything you need.
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Karina C.

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

Genuinely perfect!

Our stay with Frank was perfect! Frank was extremely communicative and helpful. Our stay was clean and comfortable. The neighborhood was really walkable and easy to get to public transportation. The kitchen was pretty well outfitted and you’re just a short walk to Trader Joe’s and some wonderful restaurants! We had a perfect stay and I will definitely be staying with Frank again if we make our way back to DC.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Miranda H.

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

DC Trip

Great little spot to be our home base while we toured the capital. Host was great and really takes his guests comfort into account. It is a thoughtfully set up little apartment.
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jessica R.

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

'24 vacation with my minis

This was everything my kids and I needed. Frank has thought of everything. Next time I'm in DC, this will be top on my list. Couldn't have asked for better, communication was top notch.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Ian S.

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

Good location, Good Price!

Frank's basement apartment was a good choice for my son and I. Good location in residential area, very close to good restaurants, bars, cafes. Apartment was clean and comfortable. It was a good launching pad to explore DC for the first time. Frank was responsive and to any inquiries.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Veronica C.

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

Perfect Apartment in DC

The apartment was a perfect size for a family of four to spend a week in DC. Close to restaurants and grocery shopping with a quick Uber to the all sights. If you prefer to walk, it’s about a 20 minute walk to the White House. The bed was comfortable and the kids had no issues with the pull out couch and air mattress. Lots of extra pillows and blankets to make your stay comfortable. The kitchen was also great, allowing us to cook breakfast and dinner with no problem. Frank was very friendly and helpful during our visit. I would not hesitate to stay again. A charming home away from home.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024

8/10 Good

Rich G.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great Location with Responsive Host

Property is located within one block of area with plenty of activity and restaurants and is about 15 minute walk from Dupont Circle Metro stop. Our host, Frank, is extremely quick to respond to any questions and is very accommodating. Frank left detailed instructions and information about his basement apartment. Bathroom is new and very clean. Definitely recommend this place for a short stay where location for an affordable place is your priority.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Susan H.

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

Great location Great host!

Frank and Ty could not have been more accommodating! The apartment is in a great area with shops snd restaurants nearby. It was a quick Uber ride to all of the sights. We will definitely stay here again if we return to DC.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Tarah C.

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

Great location

Frank thought of everything. Very simple check in-out, very responsive, and a great location by 14th st restaurants.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Megan C.

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

Great family apartment!

This was a great fit for our family. We parked out front and took Lyft everywhere - it was about the same cost as metro would have been for all of us. Great restaurants nearby and easier to access than the busy ones around national Mall. Having a kitchen saved money on food. I would definitely stay here again. Wonderful host!
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Ben F.

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

Great place

The apartment was just perfect for us. The location was great and it had everything we needed. Frank was a great host that helped us with everything from parking to dining recommendations. Thanks for hosting us.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Leanna W.

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

Touring DC

Frank was very helpful! He has everything you can think of. I brought an air mattress and sheets - he already had one! The bed was comfortable! Everything was labeled! It was so nice to be able to come back to something quiet and quaint at nice and not just a hotel.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Brigid M.

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

Great little place - convenient to get around

I took my 3 teens/tweens to see the historic sights of DC and this apartment was a great home base. Easy walk to Metro and bus-stops. no concerns with the neighborhood - we parked the car right in front of the house and left it there with no concerns/problems. Easy to find food choices in the neighborhood as well
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer M.

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

What a gem in DC!

We loved staying at Frank's beautiful property in a convenient neighborhood. He was a deligtful host, very accommodating and helpful. He communicated with us every step of the way, and we were so appreciative to find this gem in my favorite American city. The space is clean and comfortable, and we loved the bed pillows so much we came home and bought some for our house. I've been to DC many times, and this was my favorite visit, in no small part due to our stay at this location.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Alexa M.

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

Historic Stay Near Dupont Circle

This was a wonderful base for exploring D.C. Just blocks from excellent restaurants and transportation. Beautiful neighborhood in the city.
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Bogdan R.

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

Nice area

Very nice property , close to bars and resturants , minutes driving to downtown. Frank is a great host.
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Laura D.

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

Great apartment t in a nice neighborhood

The apartment was in a great location, easy to get to the metro, shops and restaurants, but on a quiet street. Frank was a great host, and the apartment was set up nicely. I’ll definitely check to see if it’s available next time I visit DC.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Lindsey B.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Lovely stay

Frank was so hospitable and kind. The location of this property is fantastic- near the National mall and within walking distance of great restaurants, grocery stores, and bus/metro stations. The beds are comfortable, and the kitchen was stocked with cooking utensils. Frank also provided a shopping cart, reusable grocery bags, and umbrellas. There is some road noise which is to be expected.
Stayed 6 nights in Oct 2023

About the host

Hosted by Frank Albinder

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I'm a classical musician who's lived in Washington DC for 25 years. It's a great city in so many ways, I'm glad I can share my basement apartment with visitors from around the world. I live in the main house above the apartment, so I'm easily available to assist guests with their visits in the national's capital.

Why they chose this property

I love my neighborhood with its historical townhouses and apartment buildings, restaurants, shops and nearby public transportation. Though in the heart of Washington, the apartment is in a residential neighborhood populated with a wide variety of residents, including young Congressional and White House staffers, young families, couples and singles from all over the world. (Few people in DC are actually from DC!) One of the coolest things about where I live is the giant Masonic House of the Temple, located right across the street from the apartment. The building was designed by John Russell Pope, architect of the Jefferson Memorial and the National Archives, and it's one of the most impressive buildings in Washington. It serves as the Southern Headquarters for the 33rd degree of Scottish Rite Masonry, and a tour of the building is fascinating and entertaining. If you're a Dan Brown fan, the building plays a pivotal part in his novel, 'The Lost Symbol.'

What makes this property unique

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English

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