Perfect spot for those who enjoy sinking into a vibrant urban neighborhood! Walking distance to plenty of Georgetown eateries, shopping and sites. Parking space is a treasure , easy in/out, and we used our rental car a lot to visit places both within the district and beyond. Smithsonians, Mall, monuments are just a 10 minute drive or Uber away. Zoo, National Cathedral a quick 5 min drive. Georgetown U is a lovely 10 minute walk.
Accommodations are adequate for two young couples or a small family. Beds were comfortable. Small kitchen is great for easy breakfasts/snacks. Note, fridge is mini-sized, but there is also a small freezer compartment. Bonus having washer/dryer in the apartment—small load capacity.
Living room was a great place to hang out at night and watch a movie. Heat and AC worked great—weather can fluctuate pretty drastically in DC and we were very comfortable either way.
Douglas is very responsive if any questions come up.
A few things to know:
- stall shower is very small and not ideal if you have small children who need help with bathing.
- street noise is loud almost all day/night. Wisconsin is a high street and gets a lot of commute traffic and emergency vehicles to/from hospital. If you’re a light sleeper, this may not be your spot.
- driveway had a parked car blocking it half a dozen times when we needed to get in/out. If that happens, check the pizza place two doors down—it’s often their delivery person who moved their car right away.
- bedrooms/bath are a little tired. Unit could use some fresh interior paint.
Neighborhood thoughts on food:
- patisserie next door is fine, but Boulangerie Christophe 3 blocks down towards M St was amazing—very authentic.
- Clyde’s on M seems to have a following but food and service were very mediocre.
- Martin’s Tavern is a darling al fresco lunch spot—make a reservation.
- Il Canale off M has great Italian food and pizza and they deliver via DoorDash.
- Call Your Mother is a yummy Jewish deli and perfect to grab sandwiches if you plan to picnic on the Mall or at the Bishops Garden.
- Levain bakery on M offers ridiculously delicious cookies in addition to breads
- Olivia Macaron is worth a visit if you dig macarons (who doesn’t?)
- Rockland’s BBQ just a couple blocks up the street is very good.
*Two gas stations and a CVS all within 3 blocks of apartment. Safeway, Whole Foods and Trader Joe’s all within a 3-5 min drive.
We would definitely stay here again and look forward to our next visit.