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Bright Charming Guesthouse Close to Downtown DC

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2 bedrooms, iron/ironing board, travel crib, free WiFi
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Fridge, microwave, stovetop, dishwasher

Reviews

8.0 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning
  • Parking available
  • Laundry
  • Kitchen

Explore the area

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Washington, DC
  • Place, Kenilworth Aquatic Gardens
    ‪2 min walk‬
  • Place, Anacostia River
    ‪9 min walk‬
  • Place, U.S. National Arboretum
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Airport, Washington, DC (IAD-Washington Dulles Intl.)
    ‪46 min drive‬

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About the neighborhood

Washington

Heart of Washington.A stay at this Northeast B&B places you within 3 miles (5 km) of RFK Stadium and 6 miles (10 km) of Smithsonian Institution. Union Station Shopping Center and National Mall are also within 6 miles (10 km).
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What's nearby

  • Kenilworth Aquatic Gardens - 2 min walk - 0.1 miles
  • Anacostia River - 9 min walk - 0.5 miles
  • U.S. National Arboretum - 3 min drive - 1.3 miles
  • National Mall - 14 min drive - 6.7 miles
  • Union Station Shopping Center - 15 min drive - 6.1 miles

Getting around

  • Deanwood Station - 13 min walk
  • New Carrollton Station - 14 min drive
  • College Park, MD (CGS) - 18 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Costco Food Court - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Wendy's - ‬19 min walk
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬19 min walk
  • ‪Roaming Rooster - ‬8 min drive

About this property

Bright Charming Guesthouse Close to Downtown DC

Our brand new sunny guesthouse brings vibrant colors and textures to the walls and creates a fun and inviting space. The decor features cultural references from Spain, Andalucian stairs, a touch of green tropicalia, and Art Deco styles for a fun villa feel. Nearby are the Lily Ponds Aquatic Park, the Metro, and quick access to downtown DC and its iconic landmarks.

Our guesthouse is well-equipped with a full-sized fridge, washer-dryer in unit, electric cooktop, and a full shower bathroom. Bottom floor has integrated kitchen/living room with dining table and a comfortable sofa bed. There is also patio furniture available if you want to chill out on the shared deck. The home has very high ceilings and is two floors. Iron and ironing board available, as is a pack-n-play for those traveling with small kids.

Free street parking is always available in front of the home, so that is never a concern -- something rare for DC!

Please note the main home on the property may be rented out as well, but both homes are independent and have their own separate entrances.

As many other areas in DC, it is an up and coming neighborhood with many young families moving in to enjoy both nature and its convenient location steps from the city center.

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Internet access

Things to do

  • Playground

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only

Room amenities

Entertainment

  • Smart TV

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Sofa bed

Bathroom

  • Hair dryer
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dining table
  • Dishwasher
  • Electric kettle
  • Kitchen
  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Dryer
  • Heating
  • Iron/ironing board

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 18

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

Rules

Please do not access the Main Home as it is occupied. Both properties have their own separate entrances.
Smoking is not allowed in the house or yard. If you need to smoke, please do it outside on the street. Thank you!
As there are two houses together, parties are not allowed and noise levels should be down by 10pm according to DC ordinance.

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.

Events

No events allowed

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
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Long-term renters welcome
Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a first aid kit, and a deadbolt lock
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
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession. Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited. Long-term renters welcome. For guests' safety, the property includes a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a first aid kit, and a deadbolt lock in each accommodation.

Property Registration Number 510119000005

Property is also known as

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Bright Charming Dc Washington
Bright Charming Guesthouse Close to Downtown DC Guesthouse
Bright Charming Guesthouse Close to Downtown DC Washington

Frequently asked questions

How close is Bright Charming Guesthouse Close to Downtown DC to the airport?

This bed & breakfast is 8.8 mi (18-min drive) away from the College Park, MD (CGS) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

Does Bright Charming Guesthouse Close to Downtown DC have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at this bed & breakfast.

Does Bright Charming Guesthouse Close to Downtown DC offer free breakfast?

This bed & breakfast does not offer free breakfast.

Is there a casino at Bright Charming Guesthouse Close to Downtown DC?

No, there is no casino at this bed & breakfast, but MGM National Harbor Casino (18-min drive) is nearby.

What time is check-in at Bright Charming Guesthouse Close to Downtown DC?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

Is there free parking at Bright Charming Guesthouse Close to Downtown DC?

Free parking is not available at this bed & breakfast.

Does Bright Charming Guesthouse Close to Downtown DC have a pool?

This bed & breakfast does not have a pool.

Does Bright Charming Guesthouse Close to Downtown DC have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this bed & breakfast.

How close is Bright Charming Guesthouse Close to Downtown DC to downtown Washington?

This bed & breakfast is 4.5 mi away from Washington.

Bright Charming Guesthouse Close to Downtown DC Reviews

Reviews

8.0

Very Good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 5 out of 13 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 5 out of 13 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 13 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 2 out of 13 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 13 reviews

9.2/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

4/10 Poor

Tracy H.

Disliked: Cleanliness
While it is a charming guest house. We never had internet service therefore we did not have television. The cleaning crew forgot the flush the toilet as they cleaned from the prior guests. The couch had a large stain -which was reported on arrival -( to make sure they knew we did not stain it) The family that lives in the main home had a party Saturday night literally from sun down to sun up. (loud music, honking cars, running up and down stairs, talking and laughing very loud) The internet finally was repaired the final night we were there.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2026

8/10 Good

Emily W.

Liked: Cleanliness
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024

4/10 Poor

Maria Isabel L.

Disliked: Cleanliness

Not for elderly nor people with knee/mobility problems.

Definitely had great communication with the host. He sent someone over with clean sheets and more towels. The sheets were stained and looked as they had not been washed. The steps to the bedroom are extremely steep and the beautiful decor on the steps that attracted me to the place were no longer part of the home. Also the bars to hold on to climb stairs were loose and seemed scary to climb up down to bedroom. I limited my trips upstairs to sleeping and showering as did the other guests. Even my children found it hard to climb up and down. Also just simple lack of attention to detail. There was 4 guests and only one and half rolls of toilet paper. Also there was only like 4 large towels and we were staying for 3 nights. The neighborhood as well is definitely not a place to walk around. The transportation system to where all the monuments and such are was better with Uber especially if you have children and definitely would not travel at night without Uber. Also the guests or renters were in home and they were partying and very loud and it was on a Thursday night. The owner apologized and spoke to them but this was odd to have to share a space which included the backyard. In fact there was a sign that stated something about he chairs that should not be used. This made me feel uncomfortable and so I never even used the backyard because there were times someone was out there. Overall it would be a good place for adult couple but not really for families with small children.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2024

8/10 Good

Anke R.

Liked: Cleanliness

Good proximity to DC

It was what we needed at the end of the day after sight seeing in DC.
Stayed 6 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

James R.

Liked: Cleanliness

convenient and comfortable to DC

The space was perfect for my weeklong work trip in DC. I had a car which was useful - though there is a metro stop about a 10 minute walk away. Communication with the host was stellar -- I (very stupidly!) locked myself out one night and the host was very prompt to reply.
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2024

8/10 Good

Saabirah S.

Liked: Cleanliness

Impromptu mini vacation

Decided on friday to spend a couple days in DC with family. The house is super cute, very clean and the beds were comfy. Everything we needed was there for a nice stay. The host got back to me with any questions within minutes and they are very nice. I loved my stay here. I have never been to DC so I know nothing about neighborhoods and this one can be a little scary. When I went to Safeway to pick up some breakfast the windows on the cvs right next door to Safeway were boarded up. It actually reminded me a few places in NYC. The neighborhood I stay in doesn't matter to me as much how the host interacts with with me. I would definitely stay with them again. The host made the experience very nice.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Daniela D.

Liked: Cleanliness

Great Driving Distance to Downtown

Really an oasis inside. Clean, comfortable, convenient. Great to have microwave, refrigerator, laundry. Comfortable temperature, ceiling fans, AC units. Wonderful!!!
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2022

6/10 Okay

Joyce B.

Liked: Cleanliness

Good but slight inconvenience

We never received the key code on the day of our check-in so we had to call, and they informed us that the property was not ready. They were very responsive and put us in the other property on site for the first night. Everyone was very pleasant and responsive and both properties were great but ultimately it was very inconvenient that it wasn’t ready and we had to move after the first night.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2022

10/10 Excellent

Sarah S.

Liked: Cleanliness

Nice place

We were visiting DC for 3 days. This was fine for our family, the boys slept on the couch/futon but older children/adults may find this uncomfortable. Amenities were fine for how long we were there. Bedroom is up a steep set of stairs so if that’s an issue I would not stay here. The metro nearby was closed for renovations but we drove to the capital heights station and parked there all day for $5 and rode the metro around town.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Tracia K.

Liked: Cleanliness

Nice place!

This is a great option to book with the home. Climate control is in the main home and that can be a pain. Also, the incline on the stairs is very very high. Older folks should not use the guest home. The stairs are pretty intimidating. Aside from that, perfect stay. I appreciate the property managers for their communication.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2022

8/10 Good

Gary S.

Liked: Cleanliness

Stayed for DC sights

The property is very clean, probably not totally recommended for real old people because of the stairs. Needed dish towels for the kitchen. Need a shower caddy of some type to put your products while taking a shower. Convenient to downtown and convenient for loading and unloading.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2022

8/10 Good

Natalie S., Denver, CO

Liked: Cleanliness

Generally pleasant

My two friends and I stayed here over the long weekend. Nhu was very helpful and responsive to and and all requests. The one main issue we had was with the temperature in the unit. The main house has access to the thermostat, but the guest house does not, meaning the guests in the guests house are completely at the mercy of the guests in the main house. For us, the downstairs was always cold (even with the space heater on) and the upstairs was incredibly warm. We closed the vents, opened the windows, etc, but didn't get to a stable temperature where everyone was comfortable- we were either sweating or freezing. Otherwise, the place was clean. I would recommend you to bring your own body wash as the shower is only stocked with shampoo and conditioner. I would also recommend to the property manager that having the guest house guests take out the trash and put it on the curb is a little much to ask. If you have cleaners come anyway, I would say have them deal with the trash because it felt like we were encroaching on the main house guests when we went to the trash cans on the side of the house.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2020

10/10 Excellent

John M.

Liked: Cleanliness

Excellent!

The place was very clean and comfy and beautiful and the owners obviously put in a lot of thought and time into designing the place and it shows. Very excellent, highly recommend!
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2020