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1 bedroom, desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi
Smart TV
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Smart TV

Reviews

8.4 out of 10
Very good

Entire apartment

1 bedroom1 bathroomSleeps 265 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Air-conditioning
  • Outdoor space

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Washington, DC
  • Place, Benning Park
    ‪11 min walk‬
  • Place, Capitol View Plaza
    ‪11 min walk‬
  • Place, Fort Dupont Park
    ‪4 min drive‬
  • Airport, Washington, DC (IAD-Washington Dulles Intl.)
    ‪50 min drive‬

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About the area

Washington

With a stay at this apartment in Washington (Southeast), you'll be within a 10-minute drive of Smithsonian Institution and Union Station Shopping Center. .This apartment is 5.7 mi (9.2 km) from National Mall and 5.9 mi (9.5 km) from Walter E. Washington Convention Center.

What's nearby

  • Benning Park - 11 min walk - 0.9 km
  • Capitol View Plaza - 11 min walk - 1.0 km
  • Fort Dupont Park - 4 min drive - 2.8 km
  • National Mall - 18 min drive - 12.8 km
  • Smithsonian Institution - 20 min drive - 15.2 km

Getting around

  • Capitol Heights Station - 14 min walk
  • Washington Union Station - 15 min drive
  • College Park, MD (CGS) - 22 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Wendy's - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬4 min drive

About this property

Clean&Cozy English Basement

Private English basement studio with its own entrance and dedicated parking in Southeast Washington DC, near Congress Heights. A comfortable and affordable home base for interns, visiting professionals, and travelers exploring the city. The neighborhood offers easy access to public transit, local shops, and dining, while still providing a quiet, residential feel. Includes fast WiFi, TV, private bath, and a breakfast nook with microwave, mini-fridge, and kettle. Self check-in makes arrival easy.

This studio is an English basement located on the lower level of a residential home, a common style of housing in Washington DC. Enjoy a private lower-level studio with its own entrance and dedicated parking in Southeast Washington DC.

Like most basement spaces, the studio has limited natural light, but it is well-lit, comfortable, and designed to be a relaxing place to recharge after exploring the city.

The open studio layout includes:
• Comfortable sleeping area
• Sofa and TV lounge space
• Small dining or work table
• Private full bathroom
• Breakfast nook with microwave, mini-fridge, and electric kettle

The studio has its own private entrance, allowing guests to come and go independently.

Guests especially appreciate the private entrance and dedicated parking, which are rare conveniences in Washington DC.

✔ Private entrance
✔ Dedicated off-street parking
✔ Fast Wi-Fi
✔ Microwave, mini-fridge & electric kettle
✔ Comfortable lounge area with TV
✔ Simple self check-in

The space works best for guests who plan to enjoy the city during the day and return to a
comfortable, private space in the evening.

Most guests find the studio quiet and comfortable for sleeping, but travelers who are extremely sensitive to noise may prefer a standalone property.

Kitchen
There is no full kitchen, but the studio includes a microwave, mini-fridge, and electric kettle for light meals and drinks.

This space is a great fit for guests who:
• Appreciate a simple, clean, and private place to
stay
• Plan to explore DC during the day
• Value private entry, and easy parking
• Are comfortable staying in a lower-level studio

Past guests have included interns, visiting professionals, couples exploring DC, and travelers driving through the area who appreciated the convenient parking.

Guest access
You will have a private access to the entire basement studio, which includes a private entrance, studio living and sleeping space, a private bathroom, a breakfast nook with a microwave, mini-fridge, and kettle, and dedicated off-street parking. You won’t need to share any spaces during your stay.

Please note: The upstairs unit is private and is not accessible during your stay. The home may occasionally have guests staying in the upstairs unit. As with most lower-level spaces, you may hear normal daytime sounds such as footsteps or movement from above.

Backyard:
The backyard is pretty large. You’re welcome to use it. It’s a peaceful space to grab some fresh air (outdoor furniture will be an option soon) the steps or grass box are the only options for sitting outside at the moment. The area is fenced 3/4 of the way around for added privacy from neighbors. The backyard is a shared space for all guests.

Other things to note
★★★ House Rules & Guest Notes ★★★

No Smoking: Smoking is not allowed inside the property to keep it fresh and clean. Any violation will incur a $500 fee.

No Pets: Pets are not permitted. Violation will incur a $500 fee.

No Parties or Events: Please respect our neighbors. Hosting parties or events is prohibited. Any violation will incur a $1,000 fee.

Quiet Hours: Maintain quiet hours from 10 PM to 7 AM. No loud noise after 10 PM.

Check-Out: Unauthorized late check-outs will incur a $100 per hour fee.

Please review the full House Rules before booking.
Make yourself comfortable in your air-conditioned apartment, featuring a refrigerator and a microwave. Complimentary wireless internet access keeps you connected, and a Smart television is provided for your entertainment. The bathroom has a shower.Conveniences include a desk and an electric kettle.
Take in the views from a garden.
Guests will find features like internet access and onsite parking.

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in the apartment: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Parking on site

Food and drink

  • Electric kettle
  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • Bedroom
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 1 bathroom
  • Shower
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table

Entertainment

  • Smart TV

Outdoor areas

  • Fenced yard
  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture

Laundry

  • Laundromat nearby

Work spaces

  • Desk
  • Desk chair

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Area rugs in public areas
  • Smoke-free property

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
  • Deadbolt lock

General

  • Garden
  • Unit size: 700 square feet

Policies

Check-in

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

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM
Contactless check-out available

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

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, 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
Property Registration Number 5007242201000021

Clean&Cozy English Basement Reviews

Reviews

8.4

Very good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 17 out of 31 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 9 out of 31 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 2 out of 31 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 31 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 3 out of 31 reviews

9.4/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Paty D.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great place to stay and rest! Matched with the description. Highly recommend!
Stayed 9 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kathy S.

Liked: Cleanliness
A nice place to stay for a short 2 night visit.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

T W.

It’s a nice and cozy basement apt. The upstairs is also available. 20 year olds had the upstairs, very noisy partying all night. So my sleep was interrupted multiple times but other than that it was great
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

6/10 Okay

Patty B.

Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Arianne B.

Liked: Cleanliness

A birthday trip :)

The apartment was quite satisfactory. It is very easily accessible by public transport, though it's about 35-40 minutes by bus/metro to much of downtown. This wasn't an issue for us, but a good thing to know. The public transport is affordable and intuitive to use, so this is just information. Also worth knowing that the apartment has an electronic key that works with your phone and you'll need to download an app, so if your phone loses charge quickly, it is worth making sure you have a portable charger to take out with you lest your phone die and you be locked out.Noise from above in the house (footfalls, television, etc) is audible though certainly not excessive, and we were quite comfortable.The temperature in the apartment was very pleasant, there was a variety of tea available, there was a microwave and fridge with some drinks in it, and the water pressure in the shower is great. They kindly provide a kettle to boil water. We slept soundly, and the bed was comfortable. The host communicated well and quickly and was very pleasant. There are small improvements I'd make, but overall, we would happily recommend this place.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2025

2/10 Terrible

Daniel B., Tonawanda, NY

Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2025

8/10 Good

William H.

Liked: Cleanliness
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2025

2/10 Terrible

Scott S.

Pathetic

We were locked out in the freezing cold. Tried to call the owner he wouldn't answer the phone or text or the doorbell chime. we had to get an uber to a hotel he finally texted back at 9:00 am the next day. We told him how we couldn't get in and he acted like it was our fault. NEVER AGAIN
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2025

8/10 Good

Michelle B.

Liked: Cleanliness

Cute and cozy

Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2024

6/10 Okay

Olivia T.

Liked: Cleanliness

Clean but noisy

The VRBO is clean and very conviently located near the Metro. Neighorhood is friendly and the free parking spot is a lifesaver. The only down side was that you can hear everything the family upstairs is doing. If you plan on being out late or up late, then this shouldn't be an issue, but if you go to bed before 11pm you will probably be kept awake.
Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

WILLIAM L.

Liked: Cleanliness

Clean and cozy!

Just right for a couple. Very clean, nice amenities, owner very responsive and helpful. Quiet neighborhood with back yard parking.
Stayed 6 nights in Oct 2024

2/10 Terrible

david W.

Liked: Cleanliness

Not for us

The property matched the online description however the area was less then desirable. Bars on 80% of homes and businesses. The home had an overwhelming odor of Marijuana. The upstairs guest had blasting offensive rap music playing and the smoke detector went off several times. This atmosphere was not what we were looking for on our vacation. We stayed about an hour an left to find other arrangements. After about 2 hours we returned to gather our belongings and left for our new location. It took approximately 3 days to get the odor of marijuana out of our blankets, pillows and other fabric items. We can't say anything bad about the host Njay he was more then accommodating with any issues or questions we had up to our arrival. We understand you can only control your quest so far but this was not a good start to our vacation.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2024

8/10 Good

Joe D.

Liked: Cleanliness
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jessica R.

Liked: Cleanliness

DC Long Stay

I thoroughly enjoyed my stay. The property was clean and even smelled nice! NJay was a great host and easy to communicate with. I stayed for a little over 2 weeks by myself and felt safe. The parking seems a bit obscure but it was very convenient. The neighbourhood is quiet and private and not far from most key spots in the DMV.
Stayed 18 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kenyetta H.

Liked: Cleanliness

I Enjoyed my Vacation here.

I enjoyed my stay here at the property, the host was very responsive when I had any questions or concerns. Everything was neat and clean and well maintained, the neighborhood was nice and quiet with friendly neighbors. Very accessible to the metro stations and overall I had a nice experience here and definitely will be staying here again.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2024

8/10 Good

Mary Beth M.

Liked: Cleanliness

Just as described

The property was just as described. A simple, clean, studio. The owners left lovely little gifts to help make the stay more comfortable. They responded to my messages very quickly. The area was sketchy but quiet. I was surprised when I placed my reservation at checkout that I needed to pay an additional $89 for insurance. I wasn't expecting that additional cost.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Rachel P.

Liked: Cleanliness

DC Trip

This property met our needs & was clean & cozy as the name suggests. Close fifteen minute walk to the closest metro station & that was really convenient. The bathroom is a bit of a tight squeeze but very manageable for a few days. No big deal. Thank you!
Stayed 6 nights in Oct 2023

8/10 Good

Paulette B.

Liked: Cleanliness

DC

We enjoyed our stay at this property. The location was great and it was very clean. The bathroom was lovely that a little small it provided us the space we needed for our stay in DC. The host was very responsive so if you have any trouble he responds pretty quickly, the only snappy we ran into was getting into the property but that was in part my learning curve. Thank you!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023

8/10 Good

Mary C.

Liked: Cleanliness

Private Parking Makes This Rental Ideal

The rental is as pictured, it has an open and light feeling for a basement suite. Super comfy bed. We did need to contact NJay concerning the lock once and he responded immediately. Knowing our vehicle was parked off the street was a real plus. We walked to the Metro Station each day (10 mins) and never had to worry about parking downtown. I would recommend this property.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Nikki S., Conover NC

Liked: Cleanliness

Clean and Cozy

The name says it all. On site parking, clean and close to downtown DC.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Linda R.

Liked: Cleanliness

Cute and Cozy!!!

This weekend (4/20/23), My Fiancé and I really enjoyed our stay ay this very cute and cozy property! This property is exactly as it is described and the host Njay, was more than welcoming and responsive to our needs. We are vegan and had no idea about the vegan places in the area and beyond. Njay sent a listing with suggestions. I am highly recommending to stay here if quiet and clean is what you are seeking!!
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Stephen M.

Liked: Cleanliness

Clean and Comfortable

Very clean and comfortable (and affordable) property for anyone wishing to visit DC but pay high DC lodging prices. Well worth the money.
Stayed 6 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Kate F.

Liked: Cleanliness

Easy and comfortable

Nice stay. Everything was as promised and matched the photos. Easy access with keyless entry, which worked great. Host was awesome with quick responses, clear directions, and good communication throughout our stay. Bottle of wine, bottled sparkling water and snacks were a nice touch. Very comfortable and fit our needs well.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Corey H., Atlanta, United States

Liked: Cleanliness

As pictured, comfy stay in SE DC

This unit met my needs. It was exactly as pictured and the bed was comfy. The space didn’t feel cramped and the couch was comfy as well. Some minor issues though. First the pros: exactly as pictured, comfy bed and surprisingly the unit didn’t feel cramped at all. Relatively short walk to a metro station. Cons: my main gripe was that I could hear everything from the people upstairs. Not sure if that was the owners or other Vrbo guests but yes I could hear their convos about juice, what they were watching on tv, pretty much everything. I guess it’s my own fault because the listing does clearly say basement but with Vrbo I always expect to have a stay that does not feel like I’m just in a room in the host’s home. I definitely felt like that this stay. It wasn’t constant but it definitely made me feel weird. It was nothing to be done about it either because how entitled would it have been of me to message the host and say can you tell the people upstairs I can hear EVERYTHING. That’s their home or space so I have to respect that. Other minor gripes was although the shower itself had plenty of room, using the toilet was very uncomfy and tight for my 6’ 230 lbs frame. The entry way to the unit was always caked with a muddy mess. A few times on the Netflix I got the message too many people are watching at once do you want to upgrade. Neighborhood is completely residential but that was fine. Overall it met my needs but I don’t know if I would stay again because of hearing everything
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Abigail R.

Liked: Cleanliness

Clean and Cozy is right!

Everything was very clean and well kept when we arrived. Check in process and getting in was a breeze! Never used a keyless entry before but it was awesome. Had everything we needed and communication when we needed something was super quick and responsive. Would definitely stay here again. We had such a great experience.
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2023