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Urban Oasis: Vibrant Charm 5 Mins from DC! provides amenities, such as a garden and laundry facilities. Stay connected with in-room WiFi.

Reviews

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

5 bedrooms2 bathrooms246 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Dryer
  • Air-conditioning
  • Outdoor space
  • Parking available

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About this property

Urban Oasis: Vibrant Charm 5 Mins from DC!

  • Discover our Arlington retreat, 5 minutes from DC, blending modern convenience with quirky charm! Ideal for all, enjoy free parking, Wi-Fi, and easy self-check-in.

    Explore Ballston/Clarendon's metro, dining, and nightlife. Immerse in vintage details for a memorable stay!

    Book now for a uniquely delightful experience capturing the essence of past and present!

    Welcome to our charming retreat, blending the allure of an older home with modern comfort. Whether you're exploring iconic D.C. landmarks or on business in Arlington, our quaint abode is your ideal retreat. Nestled in the vibrant Ballston/Clarendon area, surrounded by enticing dining, shopping, and entertainment, our home is a leisurely stroll to the Ballston Metro station, connecting you effortlessly to all the tourist hotspots in Washington D.C.

    Bedroom 1: Queen Bed w/Dresser| Bedroom 2: 2 -Twin Beds w/Dresser & 50” TV | Bedroom 3: Queen Sofa Sleeper w/Desk | (TOP LEVEL) Bedroom 4: Queen Bed w/en-suite full bath & TV| Upstairs Loft Area: Twin Daybed w/Twin Trundle |Additional Sleeping: Pack ‘n Play

    OTHER AMENITIES: Iron/Ironing Board, High Chair and Pack ‘n Play are available free of cost/use, if needed.

    MAIN FEATURES: Open living space, Smart TV w/ premium cable & Netflix, Full Jack N Jill style bathroom on main floor (between Queen & Twin bedrooms), & desk/workspace area. Top Level: Loft space for smaller gatherings

    KITCHEN: Fully stocked kitchen to include dishwasher, refrigerator, stove/oven, microwave, Keurig coffee maker, dishware/flatware, trash bags + paper towels, spices, garbage disposal, high chair

    GENERAL: Free Wi-Fi, central A/C & heating, keyless entry, laptop friendly, complimentary toiletries, iron/board, linens/towels, hair dryers, hangers, board games

    PARKING: Designated private driveway parking for guest use only. Can easily accommodate between 3-4 cars or 2-3 SUVS.

    An 8-minute drive takes you to historic Georgetown, while a 10-minute drive immerses you in the Smithsonian Museums, Washington Monument, Arlington Cemetery, and the World War II Memorial. Craving seafood? A quick 10-minute drive to The Wharf satisfies your culinary desires. Feeling lucky? A 20-minute drive leads to the National Harbor/MGM Casino for a thrilling night out.

    Entire Home/Driveway for Guest Use only

    Readily available and immediate response regarding any additional questions or concerns regarding new or existing reservations.

    Located in the Ballston/Clarendon area which includes many dining, shopping and entertainment such as the Ballston Quarter Regal Cinemas. If relying on Metro, the Ballston Metro station is less than 10 mins walking which can take you to all your touristic DC sites. We are a 8 minute drive to historic Georgetown, a 10 minute drive to all the Smithsonian Museums, Washington Monument, Arlington Cemetery, World War II Memorial. We are a 10 minute drive from The Wharf known for the freshest and best seafood in the DC metropolitan area, and a 20 minute drive to the National Harbor/MGM Casino.

    At the end of our street, you will find a family friendly park which includes a grassy open field for a quick game of soccer,kickball, fly a kite and more. It also includes a full size playground for the kiddos and a basketball court. Our home comes equipped with a loaner soccer ball and basketball if needed for use at the park.

    While our area allows for plenty of parking and ease of transportation by car, the best method and most common use of transportation for tourists is the Ballston Metro station which is located a couple of blocks away from our home. Metro allows ease of access into all the popular touristic sites in Washington, DC to include Pentagon, Arlington National Cemetery, and all Smithsonian museums/National Mall/Capital/White House.
    We DO NOT allow smoking inside the home at anytime. Should you or your guests smoke, we do offer a smoking designated area outdoor for your use and ask that you please dispose of your butts in the proper receptacle, provided.

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

Bedrooms

  • 5 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 2 bathrooms
  • Hair dryer

Entertainment

  • TV

Outdoor areas

  • Garden

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

General

  • Garden
  • Unit size: 2,648 square feet

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Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 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

Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

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
If you cancel your booking, you'll be subject to the host's cancellation policy. In accordance with EU regulations about consumer rights, property booking services are not subject to the right of withdrawal.

About the area

Waycroft - Woodlawn, a neighbourhood in Arlington, is home to this holiday home. Union Station Shopping Center and Tysons Corner Center are worth checking out if shopping is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's popular attractions can visit Smithsonian Institution and National Museum of Natural History. National Air and Space Museum and Smithsonian's National Zoo are not to be missed. Visit our Arlington travel guide
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What's nearby

  • Virginia Tech Research Center - Arlington
    9 min walk - 0.8 km
  • Ballston Quarter
    14 min walk - 1.2 km
  • MedStar Capitals Iceplex
    17 min walk - 1.5 km
  • George Mason University - Mason Square
    19 min walk - 1.6 km
  • Marymount University
    6 min drive - 2.4 km

Getting around

  • Ballston Station
    12 min walk
  • New Carrollton Station
    21 min drive
  • Ronald Reagan National Airport (DCA)
    15 min drive

Restaurants

  • Uncle Julio's Arlington/Ballston
    10 min walk
  • First Down Sports Bar & Grill
    12 min walk
  • Silver Diner
    11 min walk
  • Starbucks
    7 min walk
  • IHOP
    13 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is Urban Oasis: Vibrant Charm 5 Mins from DC! pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at Urban Oasis: Vibrant Charm 5 Mins from DC!?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Urban Oasis: Vibrant Charm 5 Mins from DC!?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Urban Oasis: Vibrant Charm 5 Mins from DC!?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Urban Oasis: Vibrant Charm 5 Mins from DC! located?

Located in Waycroft - Woodlawn, this holiday home is 2.5 mi (4.1 km) from Fort Myer and 2.7 mi (4.3 km) from Eden Center. National Mall and Smithsonian Institution are also within 6 miles (10 km). Ballston Station is 12 minutes by foot and Virginia Square Station is 20 minutes.

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Urban Oasis: Vibrant Charm 5 Mins from DC! Reviews

Reviews

Exceptional

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.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 48 out of 62 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 11 out of 62 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 62 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 62 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 62 reviews

9.6

Cleanliness

9.6

Location

6.4

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Louise B.

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

Great location

It was in a great location since we were going to Arlington National Cemetery and also to DC
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Julie Z.

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

Arlington stay

Great place! Location is easy to get to from Ballston.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Michael C.

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

DC trip

The location is great. There is restaurants within walking distance and it is a short trip to the national mall.
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Larisa S.

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

Wonderful place to stay and explore DC area

We enjoyed our stay and would stay here again! Balston neighborhood was very walkable from this property. Convenient short walk to the metro, shipping, and restaurants.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

lori m.

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

Family stay

House was perfect for our needs. Clean, spacious and convenient. We would stay there again.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Calvin S.

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

Clean and great location!

When we began looking for properties for this trip, our priority was something within walking distance to a Metro station. It was an easy 14-minute walk to the nearest station. The home was also well-kept and had all the necessary amenities. We enjoyed our stay!
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

Kathleen

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, communication
Pungent air fresheners. Otherwise great. Perfect location for our needs.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Greg T.

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

Great for a large family

We had 4 adults and 4 kids and had plenty of room. Everything was clean and well maintained. Easy check in, close to the metro and highway so it was a great location
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Lindsey L.

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

Great location and sleeps a lot

We have a large-ish group on a family vacation. We had two kids who comfortably had their own rooms. The location is the best part! It is an older house so in the winter the heat/cold varied across the bedrooms as is pretty usual in the houses in the area but overall it was easily managed! Great communication with the host and had everything we needed. Would definitely stay again!
Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Lindsey B.

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

Perfect Family Vacation!

The seven of us (ages 22mo-68y) enjoyed our stay! A short 15 minute walk to the metro and restaurants. Very quiet in the evenings, even though it is adjacent to a main highway. Remember that it is an old house, but that gives it so much charm! Very clean and comfortable! A great home away from home while seeing the Washington DC sites.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Alison P.

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

Great location

The house was as described, clean, and in a great neighborhood. Walking distance to metro & bus stops. Host was communicative and gave clear instructions. They checked in during our stay to make sure we had everything we needed.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kimi E.

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

Family visit to DC

Our family enjoyed staying in this home. It had everything we needed. Metro was a few blocks from the house as was a grocery store and a few places to dine. A couple minor touchups and repairs would make this place perfect (front yard could use a little TLC; door knob on bedroom door pulled out but was still usable). Overall was a great place and would stay again.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Faye T.

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

Plenty of Room & Convenient to Everything

There were plenty of rooms with comfortable beds to house our family, with a great living & dining area to gather together. A short walk to the Metro gave us access to everything we wanted to get to in the city. The kids enjoyed the park, which was a quick two-block walk away. The kitchen was small, but had everything we needed. Our host was responsive, check in and out was easy. If we’re ever in DC again, this will be our first choice!
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2024
Verified

8/10 Good

Misty H.

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

Family Vacation Stay

The house was perfect for what we needed. There was plenty of parking and the house was easy to find. Our questions were answered promptly. It was clean and had plenty of space for our group of 7. Kitchen is small but we didn’t cook much so it was not an issue. With 3 teenage girls, we had no issues with hot water for showers.
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2024
Verified

8/10 Good

Danielle T.

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

Sufficient for a short stay

It's clean and in a very convenient area. You are minutes from anywhere you want to be, including the metro. It has everything you need but minimally. The kitchen is a hall space small, but works for a short stay. Overall, I would use the property again. The check in was a breeze. It was easy to get a hold of the property owner and coffee and toiletries were provided. Nice.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Aaron G.

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

Wonderful property, wonderful host!

Our stay couldn’t have been more enjoyable! The warm and welcoming property was easy to find, and the check-in process was very easy. The property was well appointed, and had so many thoughtful details! We loved the large screen tvs in multiple rooms, the terrific A/C and the kitchen stocked with virtually everything we needed to prepare breakfasts and dinner for our large family. The property is very kid friendly, with lots of sleeping options. The neighborhood was convenient to shopping and restaurants, and felt very safe. Kelly, our host, was very responsive, and cheery! We’re very grateful to her for her hospitality and understanding. All in all, this house was the perfect perch from which our family enjoyed our Washington DC reunion.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024
Verified

4/10 Poor

Rene H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location
Disliked: Listing accuracy

Clean, safe neighborhood very tiny kitchen

Almost everything was fine with the home. We felt safe. Communication with host was great. Plenty of towels and linens. Clean throughout. Maintained yard. The only problem which was huge for us: The kitchen was super small. It also housed the stacked washer and dryer. With a large family trying to cook meals in, it was not a good set up.
Stayed 5 nights in May 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Desyree W.

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

Quick family trip to DC

Our family of 5 booked a few days to visit DC and found this home with many great reviews. Glad we did! Kelly is very responsive and hospitable, answering questions, and providing extra information as needed. The home is cozy and clean. All the beds were comfortable with plenty of linens provided. There was ample space for more guests to sleep if our kids had brought friends. We were within walking distance to beautiful Arlington, but we drove and Uber'd everywhere due to weather. There is road noise, but there were at least 5 fans available for everyone to use at night to drown out the noise. Will stay again if we get another chance to explore DC and Arlington!
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2024
Verified

6/10 Okay

Mary Kay O.

Liked: Cleanliness, location
Disliked: Check-in, communication

Clean but Deceivingly Small and Old

This property was clean and although you had almost no yard and backside to a very busy street it was reasonably located. The house had an extremely small galley kitchen and first floor bathroom is a jack n Jill which was small. Being as old as it is, there is no electrical outlets in bathroom and one extension cord you use in kitchen for microwave and toaster. The twin beds in first floor bedroom hide the heat vents so it was cold in our bedroom. It’s a 20 min walk to closest metro station and about the same to decent food.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Valdeva C.

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

Well-stocked, clean, great loc, comfy

This adorable home was perfect for our group of 7 - 2 adults and 5 kids aged 6-16. The tiny kitchen was well-stocked with whatever we needed for cooking and eating. They made use of every square inch of the space. All appliances worked well and there was also a washer drier combo there as well. The dining table fit us perfectly. The living room had ample, comfortable seating and a smart tv for the bit of downtime that we took advantage of. Beds were very comfortable. More so than any VRBO home we have stayed in. Hubby and I took the upstairs ‘suite’ for our own space. Kids spread out in the bedrooms downstairs and one in the den on the convertible bed. We walked to Ballston Metro daily - about 15 mins. Very convenient. Ballston area had great restaurants and grocery. The park at the end of the road was perfect for running out energy. The neighborhood felt really safe and anyone that walked by was really friendly. The ONLY negative was that the side of the house is on a Main Street with a hospital down the road so lots of ambulances went by. We utilized fans in rooms for some white noise. Our exhaustion after exploring DC all day was usually enough to sleep through it though. Would definitely stay here if coming to the DC area again.
Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Gail B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great hostess, nice accommodations and room for the group. Kitchen is small but very adequate. Loved the location too.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

L G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Location was perfect for our itinerary. Coffee shops, restaurants and the metro were all in walking distance if that was your preferred method of travel.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Ragen N.

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

Safe, clean location

Great stay, just as pictured/ described!
Stayed 6 nights in Oct 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Alisa W.

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

Family visit

Perfect for our needs. Location was great.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

lin z.

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

wonderful stay

easy to get to train station and owner was responsive!
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2024