[See all properties](http://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?regionId=&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) Entire home # District Townhome | Two Free Parkings by DCottage Vacation home with kitchen, a short walk to Howard University ![Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/116000000/115340000/115332600/115332544/621564a9.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Terrace/patio](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/116000000/115340000/115332600/115332544/511b5571.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Interior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/116000000/115340000/115332600/115332544/f5a57023.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Interior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/116000000/115340000/115332600/115332544/4395dca5.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![TV](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/116000000/115340000/115332600/115332544/4b780f43.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Amenities - Policies - Location A short walk from Howard University, District Townhome | Two Free Parkings by DCottage provides amenities like laundry facilities. Guests can connect to in-room WiFi. 9.8 Exceptional ### Entire home 4 bedrooms4 bathrooms ## Popular amenities - Parking available - Dryer - Washer - Kitchen - Air conditioning ## Add dates for prices Check-in Check-out Travellers ## About this property ### Entire place You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party. ### District Townhome | Two Free Parkings by DCottage This awesome DC townhouse is right in the heart of U Street, North Shaw, and Columbia Heights. You’ll be within walking distance of everything you need when you stay here. You’ll be super close to the 930 Club, Howard University, and all the amazing U Street restaurants and nightlife. Just a quick metro/Uber/Lyft to the monuments, museums, and all that DC has to offer! There’s a brand new Whole Foods just steps away! Oh, and the best part? There are two on-site parking spaces that are FREE! Property Highlights: • Homey 4-bedroom, 3.5-bathroom private home • Three stories townhome with no basement; two separate aboveground units. • Two full eat-in kitchens with stainless steel appliances • Large open concept entertaining spaces • Equipped with smart locks for easy self-check-in and access • Fast Wifi internet • Two sets of in-unit front-load washers and dryers • Complimentary Keurig coffee and tea Home Layout: • 3rd Floor: (Unit A) 1 primary bedroom with en-suite bathroom, 2 junior bedrooms, 1 full bathroom, and laundry closet • 2nd Floor: (Unit A) eat-in kitchen, living room, and powder room • Ground Floor with Interior Foyer: (Unit B) eat-in kitchen, living room, 1 primary bedroom, and laundry closet. • No access to the owner’s unit 4 Sleeping Arrangements: • Bedroom #1 (3rd Floor) - Queen size bed • Bedroom #2 (3rd Floor) - Queen size bed • Bedroom #3 (3nd Floor) - Queen size bed • Bedroom #4 (Ground Floor) - Queen size bed Parking and Getting Around: Two free on-site parking spaces are included behind our home. Instructions will be provided with check-in instructions. House Rules: We're delighted to welcome you into our home! Please review, understand, and agree to comply with our House Rules before booking. We're committed to making your home-sharing experience unforgettable. We love living here, and we're confident you will, too. Thank you for choosing our home! Stephen and Ivan District Cottage • Self check-in with Yale smart locks after 4:00 PM. • If you arrive early and need to drop off your luggage, please feel free to stop by our home after 12:00 PM. Guests can move between Units A and B without stepping outside through the interior foyer. Check-in: Smart locks will automatically grant access at 4:00 PM. Check-out: Smart locks will automatically revoke access at 11:00 AM. I am here for you during your stay, but our level of interaction is up to you. Our home offers a self check-in/check-out process. You'll receive detailed instructions five days before your arrival, and on the night before your departure. If you have any questions during your stay, we are only a message away! Fun area of DC. In Washington’s U Street corridor, you’ll find tons of history—from Civil War to jazz legends—with lots of shopping, dining, and nightlife. Close Metro (subway) access or quick Uber/Lyft/Taxi to all the DC has to offer. A brand new Whole Foods is steps away! \- Parking Two free private parking spaces are available to guests. Instructions will be provided before check-in. \- Metro 10-minute walk to the U Street or Columbia Heights Metro stations. 10-minute ride down to the National Monuments or 15-minutes to DCA airport \- Uber/Lyft/Taxi Get picked up within minutes right in front of the house • Please note that DC has a city wide rat problem. During summer months, they will be out and about minding their own business on the streets throughout DC. We are doing our best to control them since our local government’s response has been lacking. • This is our primary home. We've locked some rooms, doors, and drawers to secure our personal belongings, but the rest of the house is yours to enjoy! • We take great pride in keeping our home sparkling clean, and we appreciate your help maintaining that standard during your stay. Your contribution makes all the difference in offering a top-notch home-sharing experience for everyone. Thank you! • Guests within a 50-mile radius of DC must message us before booking. • Pets are not permitted. • No parties, pre-games, or events. Visitors limited to one or two close friends or family members. • Quiet hours are in effect from 10PM to 8AM every day. • Loud speakers are not allowed for playing loud music at any time. • Shoes are not permitted inside the house. • No smoking allowed, with a violation fee of $300 per night. • Additional overnight guests beyond the reservation will incur a fee of $30 per person per night. • Unauthorized late checkouts past 11:00 AM will incur a fee of $100 per extra hour. • Left the home sticky/dirty or requires a deep cleaning \[Fee: $200 to cover cleaner’s cost\] ## Property amenities ### Internet - Available in the house: WiFi ### Parking and transportation - Parking on site ### Kitchen - Coffee/tea maker - Cookware, dishware, and utensils - Dishwasher - Microwave - Oven - Refrigerator - Stovetop - Water dispenser ### Bedrooms - 4 bedrooms - Bedsheets provided ### Bathroom - 3.5 bathrooms - Hair dryer ### Entertainment - TV ### Outdoor areas - Balcony ### Laundry - Laundry facilities - Washing machine ### Work spaces - Desk ### Comfort - Air conditioning - Heating ### Pets - No pets allowed ### Suitability/Accessibility - Smoking not allowed ### 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 - Recycling - Water dispenser ## Similar properties ![Terrace/patio](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/78000000/77950000/77949400/77949344/83642b64.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### DC Rowhome + HUGE Roofdeck & Parking ✲ 4br - 3.5ba Northwest - Kitchen - Washer - Dryer - Pet-friendly 9.4 Exceptional 30 reviews CA $398 CA $896 total includes taxes & fees Nov 5 - Nov 6 [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-11-05&endDate=2025-11-06&selected=77949344&PinnedHotelID=77949344&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Exterior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/108000000/107120000/107113300/107113257/c5df3326.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Spacious, Relaxing & Gorgeous 5 Bed 4 Bath Entire House in DC! 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Visitors lim... ### 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 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 Host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room 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 ### Property is also known as 420385 ## About the area ![Map](https://maps.googleapis.com/maps/api/staticmap?&size=660x330&map_id=3b266eb50d2997c6&zoom=13&markers=icon:https%3A%2F%2Fa.travel-assets.com%2Ftravel-assets-manager%2Feg-maps%2Fproperty.png%7C38.92432%2C-77.02588&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=EsYlfpkjTaw6s9kYE8Uf7OcxP1Q=) Washington, DC #### What's nearby - Howard University - 5 min walk - 0.4 km - Smithsonian's National Zoo - 2 min drive - 1.8 km - Walter E. Washington Convention Center - 4 min drive - 2.8 km - White House - 5 min drive - 3.8 km - National Mall - 5 min drive - 4.4 km #### Getting around - Columbia Heights Station - 12 min walk - New Carrollton Station - 14 min drive - Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport (DCA) - 27 min drive #### Restaurants - ‪Subway - ‬8 min walk - ‪Land of a Thousand Hills Coffee & Social - ‬7 min walk - ‪Chipotle Mexican Grill - ‬8 min walk - ‪Howard China - ‬6 min walk - ‪PX Tacos - ‬4 min walk ## Frequently asked questions ### Is District Townhome | Two Free Parkings by DCottage pet-friendly? > No, pets are not allowed at this property. ### What time is check-in at District Townhome | Two Free Parkings by DCottage? > Check-in begins at 4:00 PM. ### What time is check-out at District Townhome | Two Free Parkings by DCottage? > Check-out is at 11:00 AM. ### Where is District Townhome | Two Free Parkings by DCottage located? > Located in Northwest, this vacation home is within 1 mi (2 km) of Howard University and Smithsonian's National Zoo. Walter E. Washington Convention Center and Capital One Arena are also within 3 mi (5 km). Columbia Heights Station is 12 minutes by foot and U Street Station is 14 minutes. ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. Ask a question 9.8 ### Exceptional