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Welcoming and light ground floor studio short walk to dwnt Silver Spring & metro

Holiday home in Silver Spring with kitchenette

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Fridge, microwave, stovetop, coffee/tea maker
Smart TV
Exterior
Interior
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Cozy up in this inviting basement studio unit, complete with a kitchenette and smart TV. Enjoy the exposed brick and natural light as you unwind in the hangout area or take advantage of off-street parking for easy access to Silver Spring's markets, dining, and shopping options.

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

1 bedroom1 bathroomSleeps 446 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Air conditioning

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About this property

Entire place

You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

Welcoming and light ground floor studio short walk to dwnt Silver Spring & metro

Separate and private spacious walkout basement studio unit with separated sleeping area, kitchenette, inviting hangout/tv viewing area, natural light, and ventilation. The separate entrance has a coded entry. Off-street parking is available in the driveway. I live upstairs; there is a locked door between the units. I am available for neighborhood information or any challenges. Easy walk to public trans (0.7 mile to metro) and a robust array of markets, dining & shopping options. Two sump pumps run when raining - the upside is it can sound like sleeping near a brook. The ceiling is a reasonable height but be mindful if over 6'.
Note: It's not great if one has mobility issues.
There is a great feel to the place—exposed brick and joists with modern amenities. There is Wi-Fi, a smart TV, a kitchennette with an induction cook top, microwave, toaster oven, coffee maker, fridge, and dishes.

Unit DOES NOT include a washer/dryer. There is a clean and efficient laundromat and block away.

Great walking neighborhood and downtown Silver Spring begins around the corner. Off-street parking is available.

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in the house: WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Parking on site

Kitchenette

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Electric kettle
  • Hob
  • Ice maker
  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator
  • Toaster

Bedrooms

  • Bedroom
  • Bedsheets provided
  • Sofa bed

Bathroom

  • 1 bathroom
  • Hair dryer
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • Smart TV with cable/satellite channels

Laundry

  • Laundromat nearby

Work spaces

  • Desk

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • In the city centre
  • Near a hospital

Things to do

  • Basketball nearby
  • Cycling nearby
  • Ice skating nearby

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)
  • Fire extinguisher
  • Deadbolt lock

General

  • Unit size: 500 square feet

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Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 3:30 PM
Minimum check-in age - 21

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions

Check-out instructions

The host requires you to complete the following before checking out:
Strip any used beds and gather used towels
Remove personal items and remove leftover food and drinks
Turn off the lights and lock the doors
Please collect all garbage in central garbage can next to fridge. Please out recycling in bins next to fridge.
Please wash all used dishes and place in dish rack to dry.
Please give me a heads up when you check out.
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Note from host: Not child proofed for toddlers and crawlers

Events

No events allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

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
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 deadlock
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

About the area

Map
Silver Spring, MD

What's nearby

  • Montgomery College - 5 min walk - 0.4 km
  • Baltimore & Ohio Railroad Station - 6 min walk - 0.6 km
  • Holy Cross Hospital - 5 min drive - 3.8 km
  • University of Maryland, College Park - 13 min drive - 13.1 km
  • Smithsonian's National Zoo - 15 min drive - 9.2 km

Getting around

  • Silver Spring Station - 16 min walk
  • New Carrollton Station - 20 min drive
  • College Park, MD (CGS) - 23 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Black Lion Cafe - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪Golf Ultra Lounge - Afrik Grill - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪Citizens & Culture - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪The Breakfast Club - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪Negril - ‬9 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is Welcoming and light ground floor studio short walk to dwnt Silver Spring & metro pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Welcoming and light ground floor studio short walk to dwnt Silver Spring & metro?

Check-in begins at 3:30 PM.

What time is check-out at Welcoming and light ground floor studio short walk to dwnt Silver Spring & metro?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Welcoming and light ground floor studio short walk to dwnt Silver Spring & metro located?

Located in the heart of Silver Spring, this holiday home is 1.2 mi (2 km) from Rock Creek Park and within 3 miles (5 km) of Walter Reed Army Medical Center and Holy Cross Hospital. Smithsonian's National Zoo and University of Maryland, College Park are also within 6 miles (10 km). Silver Spring Station is 16 minutes by foot and Takoma Station is 24 minutes.

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Welcoming and light ground floor studio short walk to dwnt Silver Spring & metro Reviews

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 40 out of 41 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 0 out of 41 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 41 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 41 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 41 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Diane K.

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

Cute with a great location!

We lived this charming rental with a great location. Close to restaurants and metro. Golf was close by too.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kristine Y.

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

Great location

Had a wonderful stay. The walk to the train station takes you through the neighborhood with groceries, restaurants and coffee shops.
Stayed 8 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Sue H.

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

Cozy overnight stay

Our stay here was problem-free and the basement room was cozy and adequate for all our needs. Heated towel rack!
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2021

10/10 Excellent

tonya u.

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

Awesome place to stay

We loved staying at this place. It was an easy and safe walk to Silver Springs. We were able To get on the metro there, about a 20 minute ride to DC and everything was walkable. About 10 minutes from the house has a strip with restaurants and grocery stores and a CVS. The house is perfect for the 3 of us, plenty of room and comfy beds. We would stay here again.
Stayed 6 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Dianne P.

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

Lovely apartment

Very nice basement apartment. The host is very thoughtful and responds promptly to texts. The apartment was thoroughly cleaned and comfortably furnished.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Venita C.

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

Peaceful spot in Silver Spring, MD

This listing was perfect! It was a converted basement studio with a private entrance. The studio was spacious, spotless, quiet, and beautifully appointed. The bed was so comfortable. Check in, check out, and communication with the owner upstairs was easy. It was a long walk to the Metro station. I walked to the station twice but also took an uber to the Metro station, mostly. The shower had plenty of hot water and the entire place was a relaxing experience. I stayed here for five nights. It is not a short walk to the Metro station so keep that in mind. Highly recommend!
Stayed 5 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Faith G.

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

Perfect location for us

We were seeing friends/family in Bethesda and Takoma park as well as seeing sights in D.C. This location, on a quiet, tree-lined street but with easy access to the Metro and downtown Silver Spring, and plenty of supermarkets and restaurants, was perfect for us. The kitchenette had everything we needed to prepare simple meals. The bed was comfortable. The heated towel rack was a great touch. All in all, not elegant, but comfortable and a fine place to stay.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jamil S.

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

Good

Good
Stayed 3 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jim L.

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

Clean, convenient stay

We enjoyed our time in the DC/Maryland area by staying in this comfortable rental in Silver Spring. With multiple coffee making options, sleeping arrangements, and bright bathroom, and parking, we were happy to have found this place. We, however, were a bit disappointed that the elusive Deen the cat did not make an appearance. :) We appreciated the attention to details, cleanliness, amenities, and excellent communication that made this a great stay away from home.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2023

2/10 Terrible

Kathleen M.

Disliked: Cleanliness, location, listing accuracy

Basement Grunge

Not up to VRBO standards. It was a basement room: exposed pipes, ductwork, upstairs floor joists, wiring, and sump pump. It rained so sump pump ran all night - loudly. No actual kitchen, just a utility sink, microwave, electric kettle, hot plate, and small fridge on wall at foot of bed. There was no separate bedroom; the bed was wedged into a corner with about 8 inches of space on either side. Multiple slipping/fall hazards: outside steps were narrow concrete with no handrail; rag rug in front of utility sink; no bathmat or grab bar in shower. The bathroom door handle was a wooden dowel. The exterior door had windows and a cat door that had been taped shut. The metro was 0.8 miles away because of construction, so don’t know that is a short walk. Overall, not an experience to repeat and we left 2 days early after a single night.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Michelle H.

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

Great Experience for Our 5 night Stay

Close enough to DC via metro bus and metro rail. We had a good experience with the public transportation. Ruti was generous and had two Smartcards we could use (10 value) that we added to for our trips back and forth from DC. The basement apartment was perfect size for my husband, teenage son and I with designated areas for sleeping (FYI no doors in sleeping areas for privacy)and sitting together for eating and entertainment. One suggestion, when you DO stay (and you should!) bring a deck of cards or a board game if you are into doing that during your down time. The apartment is nicely decorated and comfortable. *bonus the electric towel drying rack - an unexpected luxury!
White House
Capital
Air & Space Museum
Nat. Museum of Natural History
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Dakin D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Very quiet, clean and convenient.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Robert C.

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

As Good As It Gets!

Ruti's place is a perfect little hideaway for a DC visit! Very clean, comfortable, and homey, and she was really pleasant and responsive. I hope to get a chance to stay there again!
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Laura L.

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

Cozy and convenient home away from home for family visit

The cozy studio was as advertised and a short walk to downtown Silver it was a great place to stay on our long weekend visit. Really tall people like my husband may need to duck. But as the ceiling is low. But he's 6'5 inches so above average. Spring
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ian H.

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

Great place to visit old friends

Great and convenient place to stay. We came to visit old high school friends from our days living in Fredericksburg. Easy to get around (despite the timing of an event in dc) and great accommodations.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Nan K.

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

Stay in Dilver Doring

Great location Just right for me Would use again
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Adrienne Z.

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

Great for extended stay

It was a great stay. The place was just as listed and I felt comfortable getting to red line and bus route. Bed was cozy. And kitchen worked well for my needs. Good access to Safeway and Whole Foods. I would stay again
Stayed 12 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Dianne P.

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

Nice place

I've stayed here several times now and it's been consistently good.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Ed M.

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

Very Clean, Unique Spot

Ruti did a great job in providing a basement space which was very clean, nicely decorated and had everything we needed. There are many restaurants and shopping opportunities really close by. Parking available right next to where you are staying was very nice and not that common in the area. Not too far from D.C if you are wanting to sight see.
Stayed 6 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Tate L.

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

Great place!

Cute basement apartment that is affordable, walking distance to downtown Silver Spring, including metro, and perfect for a small family.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Dianne P.

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

Consistently good

I've stayed at this location several times and it has been consistently good.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Dianne P.

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

Still great

I've stayed here several times now and would like to do so again in the future. The host is very thoughtful and responsive and the property is nice and in a good location.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Timothy V.

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

Mid-November Stay

We enjoyed our stay here, and found everything we needed in the unit. The location is great, being walking distance to the Red Line Silver Spring Metro station. The neighborhood is friendly, with many walkers, with shops and restaurants close by. (Sergio’s Italian was one of our favorites.) The owner was very helpful and we enjoyed talking with her. We would definitely stay here again. One consideration before booking is the stairway down to the basement level. It is narrow and steep, with about 5 steps, which we used carefully, but it might be difficult for individuals with knee problems.
Stayed 5 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Leah R.

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

Loved it!

Truly enjoyed our stay here. I wish all vacation rentals were like this - homey & not owned by some corporation. Bed & couch were super comfy. Location is ideal! Walk to dinner & a quick drive to nearly everything. Really appreciated having off street parking available. This is literally a basement of an older home, so be prepared for a bit of rustic character (which I love) and cute quirkiness. Best part of the stay was meeting the owner, who is so lovely & truly a rare gem of a person ❤️ Highly recommend!
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Kathleen B.

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

Good location in quiet residential area

We spent four nights at Ruti's basement apartment. It's located in a residential area in walking distance to the laundromat, grocery store, and other amenities. It’s just a 15 minute walk to the metro. We felt safe walking in this area even at night.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2023