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Serenity on the River
We had a wonderful stay at Erika’s place! She was a great host — very welcoming and thoughtful. The apartment had a stunning view that we really enjoyed, and it was clean and comfortable throughout. We also appreciated the extra touches like the stocked fridge and cupboard essentials, which made our stay even more convenient. Would definitely recommend staying here, and we’d be happy to come back!

Condo for Health Professionals
The location is amazing and Norelle is a fantastic host. The room/bathroom are spacious with plenty of storage, and there is a lot of natural lighting. Norelle responded quickly to my questions and went out of her way to help me feel at home. I will definitely be staying here again!

Beautiful 1 BR Walkout Fenced-Gated Villa Property
Lovely large apartment. Not a basement at all. More of a walk out - it has lots of natural light. Well equipped kitchen. Previous review about common space unfounded. Totally secure. You can use laundry - pretty sweet - which is shared we are biking to C&O canal and it is well located for that! Thank you!

Luxurious Waterfront apartment in DC
When I first found this apartment on Airbnb, it seemed almost too good to be true. I thought there was a catch! The pictures online don’t do it Justice at all. The apartment is gorgeous in person and the view is breathtaking. Waking up to the view felt like I was away on a private island or something. Kim is the most thoughtful, fun host. She provided us with all the information we needed and responded to our questions promptly. The apartment was not only tidy but also comfortable. The kitchen contains everything you need. The bed is comfortable and the bathroom and balcony are clean and light. The location was incredible. Kim had excellent restaurant recommendations and was of great help. She went above and beyond to make our stay comfortable and memorable. Thanks Kim for such a wonderful time! We will definitely be back.

Spacious 2 Bed Anacostia Park Ground Level Apt
Good place, highly recommend, easy access to the city.

5 min walk to Nationals & Audi Stadium-Navy Yard
Nice and quiet. Restful after a long day of site seeing. Bus stop across the road makes it easy to get to sites. Veronica was so helpful and even checked on us to make sure all was well. Great host!

Den Room Near Benjamin Banneker Park WDC
Nice responsive host, stay inside the hotel went smoothly without issue.

1br in Navy Yrd near Stadium& Mins from Nat. Mall
This place was great and Randall was responsive and very helpful. The apartment was clean and very comfortable. Washer/dryer, fully equipped kitchen and living spaces were great. Location was only blocks away from the metro, ballpark, and several restaurants and grocery stores which was certainly another plus. Highly recommend this Airbnb!
Waterfront house rentals

LUXE Cameron House / Off King St / Est. 1870
FABULOUS HOME, INCREDIBLE LOCATION! Cameron House is a stunning historic property. Gorgeous antiques and period details, but, also has modern chic feel that I loved. You can see the waterfront from the front door and King Street is next street over, so you are in the absolute heart of Old Town. We appreciated the well stocked wine cellar and wine fridge and enjoyed a delish rose in the peaceful walled garden (loved the fountain and twinkly lights). Was too warm to enjoy the firepit, but we did light it for a night time little ambiance! Hamilton is a gracious host and went beyond for my stay. Returning to this Old Town gem!

River and Park Views in the Heart of Old Town
Great location! Lots of stairs, so mindful of that if you have any seniors in your group. The beds were comfortable and clean. Walkable to a lot of shops and restaurants!

Historical Home in Old Town Alexandria
A+++ Host Great location Fun house I misunderstood and thought there were four bedrooms instead of three bedrooms with a ballroom that could be turned into a bedroom but didn’t have a door. Nevertheless, we were wonderfully comfortable and we had a fantastic host.

The Harper House | Southern Living Mag on Capt Row
We had a great time and relaxed on the patio. Everything was beautiful and wonderful kitchen. Perfect location. Amy was always available to answer questions and very helpful.

Fabulous Private Potomac Waterfront Retreat
This was a return trip for our family to Sylvia’s Potomac house. Its close enough to DC to enjoy it but far enough for peace and quiet. We have a large family and require wheelchair access and she was very accommodating to our changing needs and had the beds configured as we asked when we arrived. The location is peaceful but jot so remote you cant get delivery services. The house is always well stocked. Sylvia makes staying away from home easier for our family.

2b/1ba @Farm w hiking trails n SAUNA/Hot&cold tub
We had an amazing stay at this charming farmhouse w our young kids and elderly parents! The property was perfect for a relaxing getaway that we all needed. The chickens were a delight, and collecting fresh eggs was a unique experience. I cant tell you how much my kids love it. The pond added a serene touch, and the outdoor movie setup was a fantastic way to end our days. The host Hannah were incredibly welcoming and attentive, making sure we had everything we needed. She is so pleasant to work with and very responsive. She sent us the local recommended restaurant list and we love them all. We did a day trip to Washington DC easily from this location. Highly recommend this place for a peaceful retreat! Such an amazing airbnb stay and we will come back.

Luxurious Georgetown Riverfront
We loved this home! The location can’t be beat! A 5 min walk to the heart of Georgetown. The views of the river were spectacular. We enjoyed hanging out by the fire pit, roasting marshmallows. The inside of the home was better than the pictures showed. Especially the second floor living room/bar! Straight out of of a design magazine. The beds were comfortable and had high quality linens. The bathrooms were beautiful. The balconies on each floor allowed fantastic views of the river. You can even see the monuments lit up in the distance. This home deserves to be a guest favorite! We would definitely stay here again!

Haiku River House: Japanese-Inspired Potomac Vista
Breathtaking views, and very thoughtfully built home. I was visiting with my family, who absolutely loved the place. Highly recommend to stay here.
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Total rentals
60 properties
Nightly prices starting at
$84 NZD before taxes and fees
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3.6K reviews
Family-friendly rentals
30 properties are a good fit for families
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30 properties allow pets
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10 properties have a pool
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- The White House
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- Smithsonian National Museum of Natural History
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- Sandy Point State Park
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