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Notley Shaw House - Stylish Historic Home with Fire Pit and Alfresco Dining

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Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
Smart TV, fireplace, books
Exterior
Outdoor dining
3 bedrooms, desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Reviews

10 out of 10

Exceptional

Entire home

3 bedrooms3 bathroomsSleeps 6

Popular amenities

  • Washer
    Washer
  • Barbecue grill
    Barbecue grill
  • Outdoor Space
    Outdoor Space
  • Parking available
    Parking available
  • Kitchen
    Kitchen
  • Air conditioning
    Air conditioning

Explore the area

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Alexandria, VA
  • John Carlyle House
    11 min walk
  • Market Square
    11 min walk
  • Alexandria City Hall
    12 min walk
  • Washington, DC (DCA-Ronald Reagan Washington National)
    14 min drive

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About the neighborhood

Alexandria

With a stay at this vacation home in Alexandria (Old Town West), you'll be within a 15-minute drive of Smithsonian Institution and National Mall. .This vacation home is 7.3 mi (11.8 km) from United States Capitol and 7.6 mi (12.3 km) from Walter E. Washington Convention Center.

What's nearby

  • John Carlyle House - 11 min walk - 0.6 miles
  • Market Square - 11 min walk - 0.6 miles
  • Alexandria City Hall - 12 min walk - 0.7 miles
  • George Washington Masonic National Memorial - 17 min walk - 1.0 mile
  • MGM National Harbor Casino - 9 min drive - 5.1 miles

Getting around

  • Braddock Rd Station - 12 min walk
  • Alexandria Station - 16 min walk
  • Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport (DCA) - 14 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Misha's - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Murphy S Grand Ir - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪Jeni S Splendid I - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Starbucks - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Chipotle Mexican Grill - ‬8 min walk

About this property

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

Notley Shaw House - Stylish Historic Home with Fire Pit and Alfresco Dining

**Steps From Shopping/Dining - 2 Kings 1 Full - Private Garden - Free Parking** - Experience the historic Notley Shaw house in the heart of OldTown. Built in 1872, this home is full of history and character, displaying exposed wood beams and wide plank pine flooring. A fully outfitted gourmet kitchen featuring stainless steel appliances and coffee station. Two king beds and one full bed, 3 SmartTVs w/ Netflix. Unwind by the fire pit in your private garden patio. Free Parking in Old Town!!? Close proximity to shopping, dining, and historic landmarks make this home a true gem.

This historic 1872 home, with beautiful exposed wood beams and a mid-century modern aesthetic is all yours to enjoy. Located in the heart of Old Town Alexandria, this property is the epitome of charm and sophistication.

✶Walk✶ to coffee, ice-cream, restaurants, shopping and more.

✦ 2 levels, 3 bedrooms (3 beds), 2.5 baths
✦ 2 king beds, 1 full/double bed
✦ Residential parking pad for 2 vehicles, plus ample street parking
✦ Garden patio with a fire pit and dining table
✦ Multiple TVs with complimentary Netflix
✦ Complimentary coffee and accompaniments
✦ Fast internet
✦ Dedicated desk/workspace in master bedroom
✦ Seating for 6-8 at the dining table (service for 8-10)
✦ Centrally located to everything

What our guests love about our space:
-Professionally cleaned and sanitized
-Private garden patio with fire pit and dining area
-Easy self check-in
-Thoughtfully decorated with warm ambiance
-Secure residential driveway parking (2 vehicles)
-Blazing fast internet
-Centrally located to everything in OldTown Alexandria and just a few minutes from Washington DC
-2 king beds, 1 Full bed
-4k TVs
-Complimentary Netflix
-Complimentary coffee/tea
-Washer/dryer
-Alexandria shops, restaurants, and more are all just around the corner
-Walking distance to coffee, shopping, and wine
-Minutes from public transit
-10 mins from Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport

Some things to note about our space:
-Located just outside of one of the main arteries in Old Town. You may experience higher traffic volume during peak hours. You may also experience street noise while outside or near the front of the property.

1st FLOOR
-Half bath/powder room
-Living room with fireplace, 4k TV, and bluetooth speaker table
-Kitchen with refrigerator, oven, range, microwave, dishwasher, coffee maker, toaster, blender, utensils, service for 8-10, wine glasses, coffee mugs, pots and pans, serving dishes
-Dining room with table and seating for 8
-Privately fenced garden patio with flagstone, outdoor seating and dining area with a fire pit.
-Residential parking pad: Space for two average sized vehicle.
-Washer and Dryer
-Ample reading material

2nd FLOOR
-Master Bedroom 1: *accessible through Bedroom 2*-- King bed, ensuite bath with tub/shower combo, closet, 4k TV, and dedicated workspace

-Bedroom 2: Full/double bed with ample reading material

-Bedroom 3: King bed, closet, 4k TV

-Bathroom 2: Full bath with shower/tub combo

The entire home and garden patio is at your disposal.

Hi there! We are Laurie and Collin. We own/operate Bower and Kip Properties, a local short-term rental property management company in Northern Virginia. Our goal is to provide the absolute best experience for our guests. We want you to feel welcome and comfortable throughout your stay with us. We look forward to hosting you and showing you all the DMV area has to offer. Are you an owner looking to have us manage your property? Feel free to send us an inquiry!

During your stay:
We are available to you anytime you need assistance via the Airbnb app. We try to make your stay as simple as possible. Should you need any assistance, please don't hesitate to reach out. Welcome to the Nation's Capital!

Alexandria - Heart of Old Town ⊹ Minutes from D.C ⊹ Minutes from The George Washington Masonic Memorial ⊹ George Washington's Mount Vernon ⊹ Fine Dining ⊹ Micro Breweries ⊹ Coffee Shops ⊹ Bakeries ⊹ Public Transit (VRE/Metro) ⊹ Shopping ⊹Alexandria Waterfront

This property is conveniently located with access to multiple forms of public transportation.

Dash Bus: DASH is a local bus service that is free to riders. It travels all over Alexandria, but will not take you into DC. You can hop on the Dash Bus just a few feet from the front door in both directions.

WMAT Bus: If you were to take a WMAT bus which travels around Northern VA and DC, you would have to either use your phone, acquire a smartrip card, or have exact change on the bus itself.

Metro: We are located less than ¾ of a mile from the King Street Metro Station and a little over a ½ mile to the Braddock Street Station. There is a bus stop near by for the free Alexandria city bus (Dash) that runs directly to the Metro stop. {Trains: Blue and Yellow Lines}. It would take you less than 3 mins by car and probably 10-15 mins to walk to Braddock Station if the weather was nice.

Amtrak: Amtrak provides interstate travel and also has a stop at King Street. If headed north, the next stop after King Street is Union Station in Washington DC. Please check their website for schedules and available stops.

King Street Trolley: You’re about 3 blocks to King street to pick up the Trolley. The King Street Trolley runs every 15 minutes between Alexandria City Hall/Market Square and the King St – Old Town Metrorail station from 11 a.m. to 11 p.m., seven days a week, including holidays.

**There are also ample Uber and Lyft rides in the area.

Please just let us know if you have any other questions.
Thanks!
Laurie and Collin

This home provides self check-in through a smart-lock located on the front entry door. A code will be provided to you after you book with us.

Please remember that you're staying in our home, not a hotel. Please treat the space and our neighbors with the same respect you would show your own home.

If any problems arise throughout your stay, we will do our best to assist you as soon as possible. However, there is no one living on site 24/7.

Please note that profiles with a lower review rating of 4 stars will not be allowed to book utilizing "instant booking." If for some reason the platform confirms your reservation, the reservation may be cancelled at the host's discretion. For guests with new profiles without reviews, these requests will be reviewed manually and are subject to screening before a reservation is confirmed.

Cancellation Policy: We’re happy to offer this flexible cancellation policy to help you plan with confidence! If you cancel at least 30 days before your check-in date, you'll receive a full refund, minus credit card processing fees. If you cancel between 14 and 30 days before check-in, you'll get a 50% refund. For cancellations made less than 14 days before check-in, we will do our best to offer partial refunds if we are able to rebook the dates.
Make yourself comfortable in this air-conditioned vacation home, which features a fireplace and a Smart TV. There's a private patio. A kitchen is outfitted with a refrigerator, an oven, and a stovetop. Complimentary wireless internet access is available to keep you connected.
Take in the views from a garden and make use of amenities such as barbecue grills.
Guests will find features like internet access and onsite parking.

Property manager

Collin and Laurie

Languages

English

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in the house: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Blender
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Electric kettle
  • Ice maker
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Paper towels
  • Refrigerator
  • Spices
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 3 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 2.5 bathrooms
  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Fireplace
  • Living room
  • Separate dining area

Entertainment

  • Books
  • Games
  • Smart TV

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill
  • Firepit
  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Patio

Laundry

  • Washing machine

Work spaces

  • Desk
  • Desk chair

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • 2 steps to reach entrance
  • Area rugs in public areas
  • Hardwood flooring in public areas
  • Tile flooring in public areas
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Things to do

  • Bicycles

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

General

  • At least 80% lighting from LEDs
  • At least 80% of food locally-sourced
  • At least 80% organic food
  • Bicycles
  • Garden
  • Locally-owned and organized tours and activities
  • Recycling
  • Vegan dining options
  • Vegetarian dining options

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
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

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

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
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

We should mention

This property does not have elevators

Property is also known as

15475

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 24 out of 25 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 1 out of 25 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 25 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 25 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 25 reviews" "

10/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Nicole H.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great location while in town for business
This worked great as a location for a coworker and I to stay while in town for business. Plenty of privacy between bedroom/bathrooms. Cute house in great Old Town location!
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Denise W., Redondo Beach, USA

Liked: Cleanliness
Excellent Stay in Alexandria-Notley Shaw House
Location is great; 10-minute walk to the Metro; Close to Old Town Alexandria; Many places to eat. The Hosts are excellent and communication was great. Had a wonderful time; highly recommend
Stayed 15 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Melanie F.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great place!
The house was great! Enjoyed the decor and amenities. Everything was very clean, too. Location was great— Just a short walk to the downtown area.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kendra P.

Liked: Cleanliness
Family Trip to DC area
It was a wonderful property and perfect for our needs. Walking distance to everything in Alexandria! Everything was beyond easy from check in to check out. We made such amazing memories here. Thanks to the gracious hosts!!
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Paul C.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great place and Location
The house was wonderful. Very clean and had everything we needed. We loved the location and didn’t need to move the car to visit all of the great attractions in Old Town.
Stayed 1 night in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Janet S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Perfect spot for family seeing the sightd
Terrific home in a wonderful neighborhood. Very easy access to the metro for all that DC has to offer. Super cute home with absolutely everything we needed and great communication from the hosts. Would absolutely stay here again without even looking anywhere else!
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Johnny W., Winston Salem

Liked: Cleanliness
Great location, beautiful place, easy check in
Overall a great stay
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Rebecca L.

Liked: Cleanliness
Absolutely wonderful
The house is darling and close to everything Old Town Alexandria has to offer. The hosts are incredibly responsive and lovely to deal with. We had a wonderful visit, so glad we chose this house!!
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Lorri G.

Liked: Cleanliness
Wedding weekend
The historic house was amazingly charming in a perfect location to old town and within walking distance of the waterfront and wonderful eating establishments. Collin and Laurie were very responsive with every question we had. Highly recommend!
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Haley M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Loved our stay!
My family and I rented Collin and Laurie’s home for nearly a month, and we were very happy with our stay. The home was well equipped with everything we needed, even for an extended stay, and the beds were comfortable. The house was also incredibly centrally located - we rarely had to take the car out of the very convient parking spot out back. Collin and Laurie were also incredibly responsive and great hosts. Highly recommend!
Stayed 25 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Leah L.

Liked: Cleanliness
Perfect place in Old Town Alexandria!!
We brought our family of 5 for a vacation and loved this property as our home base. The property was very clean and the layout was great for our needs. The home itself was lovely and we enjoyed having space for family movie nights after a long day of museum hopping! It was wonderful to have a parking space, but we utilized the free Alexandria Trolley and Metro for our trips to downtown. The area itself is full of shops and fantastic restaurants, so there were plenty of family friendly food options for the kids. Overall, this was a wonderful family trip made better by this lovely home. Thanks to the hosts for opening this gem to us!! We would definitely stay here again!
Stayed 5 nights in Nov 2023

8/10 Good

Leslie M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great location in Alexandria
The property is in a great location for staying in Alexandria. One is able to walk to restaurants and old town Alexandria. The only drawback to the location is that it is located on a busy street. The property owner/managers were very easy to communicate with, very helpful with additional information like parking and public transport and sincerely wanted to assist with our stay. Also, the property is not really 3 separate bedrooms. There is a double bed in a small room off the master bedroom, but it is really only suitable for 2 children that can share a bed. Also, it is off the master so the occupants of the master must walk through it to exit.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Robert B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Old Town Stay
It was immaculate. Great location and responsive hosts.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Karen S.

Liked: Cleanliness
DC Visit
Everything was perfect!
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

John B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great stay!
Great location, walking distance to old town Alexandria. Super clean and well decorated with modern furnishings. Nice appliances in a well appointed kitchen. Beds were super comfy. Fast Wifi. Good water pressure and temperature. AC works great. Stairs to upper floor might be steep for those with mobility challenges, but otherwise OK. Didn’t use the backyard, but the grill and outdoor table are nice. A really nice stay in a great part of Alexandria.
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Elizabeth K.

Liked: Cleanliness
Old Town-DC visit
We loved the house! It has been refurbished beautifully. Loved the cozy feel of the back den. The house is conveniently located to so many places including King St., the metro, Trader Joes, etc. The amazing fan drowned out the traffic noise in the front bedroom, keeping the room quiet and cool. We'd definitely stay here again. Thank you Collin and Laurie!
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Katherine M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Loved this Old Town house!
We were returning to Old Town after living there some years ago. This location is great, and communication with the owner was quick and clear. Would not hesitate to stay here again - it’s great to have parking!! It looked just like the photos. Loved our time there.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Katherine M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Fantastic stay super close to DC
We really enjoyed our stay at Notley Shaw house. It is a beautiful, well decorated home very close to DC. Well equipped kitchen whicj we used often to eat ‘at home’ so we didn’t have to eat out every meal. Bonus of a grill in the backyard which we also used. Parking onsite was another plus along with nice washer/dryer and all the supplies you need. Only care point is to bring a sleeping mask as there is lots of light in the home. A great stay and would not hesitate to book again.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Lisa B., Where do you live?

Liked: Cleanliness
Great communication!
Loved this house in Alexandria. The location was accessible to everyplace we wanted to explore. Very accommodating kitchen complete with cute coffee supplies. The owners were very responsive and communicative when needed. Off street parking was helpful too. Our schedule didn't allow us to use the backyard but maybe the next time!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Susan H.

Liked: Cleanliness
Graduation Night
Great night after UMD graduation!
Stayed 1 night in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

LaDonna M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great stay
Excellent hosts! So accommodating & responsive. Loved the property
Stayed 2 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Amy B., Alexandria

Liked: Cleanliness
Perfect Old Town Getaway
Our stay at the Notley Shaw House was wonderful. The house is so comfortable and has all the small extras that make a visit really easy and a great getaway. My friends and I loved the clean and cozy style and thoughtful design and felt so refreshed after spending time here. Our hosts were responsive and easy to communicate with. Having lived in Old Town Alexandria, I can attest to the house's unbeatable location - in walking distance to all the best Alexandria has to offer. We spent our evenings in DC and days and nights in Old Town and hanging out at the house. It was hard to leave, and we plan to come back!
Stayed 2 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Theresa F.

Liked: Cleanliness
Old Town Alexandria
We had a wonderful weekend at this house! It was in a perfect location for visiting Alexandria and Washington DC. Very close to many restaurants, bars, and shops in Old Town. The house was very clean, nicely decorated, and comfortable for 3 couples. We enjoyed the outdoor space in the backyard. The hosts were very easy to communicate with and made us feel very welcome! We would stay here again if in the area!!
Stayed 2 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Betsy M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Perfect location
We totally enjoyed our stay, suited our purpose perfectly. The house was exactly as advertised, very clean and owners were very responsive. Location to restaurants and shops was ideal for our group of five, perfect for getting to Metro for those who wanted to get into DC for sightseeing and easy access to highway to visit my daughter 20 mins away. We would definitely stay here again if we need the space. Thank you Collin and Laurie!
Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2023