~There is a glass door that connects the apartment to the owners’ dwelling, but it locks separately on both sides so the owners’ cannot access the apartment when locked on the apartment side. There is also a divider/screen available for additional privacy. The owners will never come down the stairs and cannot see down the stairs despite the unique glass design. There is a wall mounted remote-control for guests to open and close the black-out shades on the apartment side of the glass door for both privacy and darkness. There are blackout shades in the bedroom and both exterior doors, as well, so the entire apartment can remain private and dark during the night.

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This mid-century modern style English basement built in 1885 is centrally located in the heart of DC! The one-bedroom suite is fully equipped with a mini-chef's kitchen, full washer/dryer, full size bathroom with walk-in shower, a King bed in the primary bedroom and a Queen sofa-couch in the living room. When it comes to urban living, this property is in an unparalleled location, gently positioned in the walkable Shaw historical district, centrally located within a 2-block radius of the Shaw Metro Station, U Street Corridor, Logan Circle, 14 th Street, Washington Convention Center, Whole Foods, Trader Joe’s, and countless retail shops and restaurants including famous La Diplomate and two Michelin starred restaurants, The Dabney and Bresca. Unlike anything else, this apartment is a must-stay, a unique opportunity to acquire your exclusive DC bnb to call home away from home!

Guest will have access to the whole apartment. As with many homes in DC, the upper level is inhabited full-time. You will have your own entrance and private access; however, please be mindful of neighbors in this historic residential neighborhood knowing that noise can travel.

There is a family living upstairs. Please note that the everyday sounds and noises of family life (footsteps, stairs, kids playing, etc.) can be heard in both directions. You will undoubtedly hear them (and they will hear you) as they go about their everyday life.

Welcome to Belle Maison; perfect for families, friends, couples, or those traveling on business, hoping to experience the city stress-free on a quiet no-through traffic block of downtown DC! Our home is equipped with a new security system and keyless entry for your convenience and safety!

Guests are welcomed into the bright and open living /dining space, complete with a comfy couch (doubling as a Queen sofa bed) and Smart TV with streaming functions - perfect for winding down after a day full of sight-seeing. Our unit sleeps 4 guests comfortable with the following configuration:
-Queen sofa bed in the living room sleeps 2
-King Size Bed in the Main Bedroom sleeps 2

With endless light from the unique staircase design and large south-facing windows, the space is the ideal place to spread out, relax and enjoy yourself after a day of walking the National Mall touring the monuments and museums!

Ready to get some sleep? Close the bedroom door and blackout shades and hop into the new and plush King-sized bed. You’ll wake up refreshed and ready to explore even more of the city. The primary bedroom is also equipped with a Smart TV! Guests sleeping on the Queen sofa can use the remote to lower the motorized black-out shades to create a tranquil environment, as well.

The apartment boasts mid-century modern decor, a laptop-friendly workspace, a dining table for four along with two bar-seats, excellent and fast Xfinity wi-fi, and an open airy floor plan. The kitchen is brand new and comes equipped with all the essentials including a fridge, oven, stove-top, microwave, dishwasher, and coffee maker - perfect for those hoping to whip up a meal or breakfast in between restaurant hopping.

Shaw is DC’s foodie neighborhood, so there are many restaurants to choose from just minutes on foot that are both casual and fine dining! With a ‘walk score’ of 95, this location is a walker’s paradise! Alongside some of DC`s finest coffee (such as The Coffee Bar, a local favorite, Compass Coffee, and La Colombe), cuisine and culture are right outside the door of your spacious, private row-house, which is absolutely perfect for traveling families, groups on business, or anyone hoping to make the MOST out of their trip to DC!

We are a 3-minute stroll on foot from the Shaw/Howard Metro Stop and about 10 minutes from the U Street/African American Civil War Memorial/Cardozo Station.  Nearby buses, Capital Bikeshare’s, scooter rentals, and Lyft/Uber’s surround the area - 95% Walk Score! Shaw, centered around the U Street Corridor, Blagden Alley, and Naylor Court (home to Tiger Fork, Calico, Causa/Amazonia, the Dabney, and much more) has been the hub for African American social, cultural, and economic progress in the nation’s capital, but even as the neighborhood continues to evolve it maintains a diverse and welcoming community characteristic of its roots! U Street is famous for its lively music scene and smorgasbord of dining options. Foodies will have no shortage of choices throughout Shaw and Logan Circle; from the famous Ben’s Chili Bowl to homemade ice cream at the Ice Cream Jubilee to Michelin-starred dining…there’s a little something for everyone. The neighborhood is very safe - experience the nightlife of U St, explore one of the many LGBTQ-friendly bars, or relax at one of the neighborhoods beer gardens or wine bars - then leisurely stroll back to your apartment for some welcome respite. 

Prefer something more active? Head to Banneker Recreation Center for a run or swim. Most of central and downtown Washington DC’s attractions are all within walking and biking distance. Several Capital Bikeshares are located steps away and offer rentals by the hour at excellent rates - a truly awesome way to explore the city, the Potomac Tow Path, the Anacostia Waterfront, and nearby Virginia and Maryland! Walter E. Washington Convention center is a 3/4-mile walk or 1 stop on the Metro.  Reagan National Airport (DCA) is 20 minutes away on the yellow line or a similarly short ride-share or taxi.  The National Mall/Smithsonian is a one mile walk or 5 minutes on the Metro.