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Kate's charming bungalow close to Washington DC

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House
Primary residence
sleeps 6
3 Bedrooms
2 Bathrooms
1500 ft²
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Description

Kate has described his/her home in English.

What you will love about this home

Cheerful 1924 bungalow in established neighborhood with easy access to DC and points beyond. Large screened porch on the side of the house for meals and relaxing - including a ceiling fan, a large picnic table, and cozy lighting over comfy chairs for after dinner. A front porch that's good for watching the pass -- neighbors walking their dogs, pushing children in strollers, and riding bikes. Inside, plenty of space to spread out (for a not-so-big house): front and rear living rooms; a dining room and a breakfast nook. Fully equipped kitchen. Playspace downstairs for kids. Puzzles, books and games. Good wifi. Off-street parking. Convenient access to highways, transit, and bike paths. And a sweet little calico cat named Phoebe! Note that I also offer hospitality exchanges (1 or 2 guest bedrooms, with private bathroom. https://www.homeexchange.com/homes/view/2713853.

What you will love about this neighborhood

Quiet, long-established residential neighborhood, with many homes built in 1920s. Mature trees, plenty of shade, sidewalks. Convenient access to public transit and larger roadways (20 minute walk to Metrorail's Silver Spring station, which brings you into DC, with a bus stop 2 blocks from the house if you'd rather ride.) Several neighborhood parks and playgrounds within walking distance, and biking distance to local and national parks (including the very large oasis within the city that is Rock Creek Park, a national park with hiking, biking and horse trails, and which runs all the way through Washington DC down to the Potomac River). Several grocery stores, restaurants and a local bagelry are also within walking distance.

Washington DC has so much to do! I've lived here for 40 years and still enjoy exploring. U.S. Capitol building and grounds. The White House. The National Mall and Smithsonian Institution museums (all free). A vibrant dining scene. Cultural treasures like the Kennedy Center, Arena Stage, Wolf Trap (outdoor performance space in Virginia) and many other performing arts venues, large and small. Fun neighborhoods to explore - Georgetown, Dupont Circle, Capital Hill, H Street, Chinatown/Gallery Place, The Wharf, the list goes on and on.

Further afield, this is a great base for day trips! Any direction you go there are beautiful parks, historic towns, and places to explore. Shenandoah Mountains to the west, with their rolling foothills, small towns and scenic roadways through horse country. Historic civil war towns in Maryland to the north (check out Frederick) - along with Charm City (Baltimore). To the east, historic Annapolis (home of the U.S. Naval Academy) and the Eastern Shore, where you can feast on blue crabs. South of DC is George Washington's home of Mount Vernon, along with multiple parks connected to the Potomac River and Chesapeake Bay.

Additional information

I live with a dog, Betsy, and a cat, Phoebe. Betsy comes with me when I travel (or stays with friends), but Phoebe stays behind and I ask guests to care for her (requirements are minimal). She is a friendly little calico but a bit shy. I leave clear instructions about cat care. Phoebe is an indoor-only cat.

Home ID

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Location

City

Amenities

Our basics

WiFi
TV
Bathtub
Dishwasher
Washing machine
Dryer
Heating system
Microwave oven
Freezer
Oven
Fridge
Internet

Unique Facilities

Private garden
Balcony / terrace
A/C
Private parking space

Kids Friendly

Kids toys

Remote Friendly

High speed connection
Dedicated work space

Eco-Friendly Amenities

Selective waste sorting
Public transport access
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Allergies

This home has pets that can cause allergy symptoms!

Cat
Dog

House rules

Children welcome
Cat to be cared for
Plants to water

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Frequently asked questions (FAQ)

Yes, this accommodation has a garden. You will find more details about the garden and other facilities on this page.
Yes, this accommodation has a wifi connection. We recommend that you discuss this with the host to ensure that the connection speed is sufficient for your needs.
Yes, this accommodation has one or more parking spaces.
This accommodation has 3 bedrooms.
The surface of this accommodation is 139m2.
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