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Exclusive Apt in Shaw

  • Washington
  • Apartment

Beautifully furnished, with meticulous attention to detail; guests need only bring their person! Nestled on a quiet tree-lined street, while remaining in the heart of D.C. – close to the museums, monuments, restaurants, & more! Our quiet, comfortable, and bright apartment is a perfect home base for families, friends, sightseeing couples, small families, business travelers, professors, and your everyday traveler.

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Rooms and Beds

Bedroom

king beds: 1
2

Living Space

sofa beds: 1
floor mattresses: 1
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Features and Amenities

Clothing storage
Iron
Microwave
Air conditioning
Dining table
Coffee maker
Conditioner
Wine glasses
Suitable for children (2-12 years)
Suitable for infants (under 2 years)
Essentials
Smoke detector

Rates and Availability

Taxes and fees are additional

Location

Reviews

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5
9/8/2025
2025.09.09
Positive: Fantastic location
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8/21/2025
2025.08.22
We had a good time and the neighborhood is very nice
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8/14/2025
2025.08.15
It was a beautiful place, however it would have been good to know it was in a basement. Also, check in was very inflexible, considering check out is so early, they could accommodate guests in a better manner, especially when we book with kids.
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7/26/2025
2025.07.27
On day three of my stay a make shift boundary broke and all the water that built up outside came rushing in. It was a major storm happening. I had at least 3 inches of water flood the entire Airbnb. I ran to unplug things and grab my items. I sent a message and the host sent me to another Airbnb which was significantly smaller and there was a price difference. I work from home and had to call in for my shift. I was wet and soaking. I only asked to have the different reimbursed as well as my wages that I lost for the inconvenience. I have not heard from the host and am highly disappointed that I may have to take other actions to get compensated for this inconvenience. It was obvious that the barrier was subpar and not up to code or structurally sound.
Reviews for Exclusive Apt in Shaw
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5
9/8/2025
2025.09.09
Positive: Fantastic location
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8/21/2025
2025.08.22
We had a good time and the neighborhood is very nice
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8/14/2025
2025.08.15
It was a beautiful place, however it would have been good to know it was in a basement. Also, check in was very inflexible, considering check out is so early, they could accommodate guests in a better manner, especially when we book with kids.
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7/26/2025
2025.07.27
On day three of my stay a make shift boundary broke and all the water that built up outside came rushing in. It was a major storm happening. I had at least 3 inches of water flood the entire Airbnb. I ran to unplug things and grab my items. I sent a message and the host sent me to another Airbnb which was significantly smaller and there was a price difference. I work from home and had to call in for my shift. I was wet and soaking. I only asked to have the different reimbursed as well as my wages that I lost for the inconvenience. I have not heard from the host and am highly disappointed that I may have to take other actions to get compensated for this inconvenience. It was obvious that the barrier was subpar and not up to code or structurally sound.
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7/19/2025
2025.07.20
I think that this place is great for a small group of friends of only up to four. It is listed that you can have five people stay here but I think that was a little deceiving because when we arrived it was a lot smaller in terms of what we were looking for. The bedroom in the back could fit up to possibly three but I would say two comfortably. The pull out bed can fit two comfortably, and the couch (if you want to count it) can uncomfortably fit a fifth person. I recommend the host change this listing to up to four instead of 5 or at least have a smaller pull out couch to meet what they listed it as for accommodating “up to 5 guests”. Otherwise location is awesome, we came here during a holiday weekend and did not run into too many issues. I will say it was inconvenient to come back to the street and have a hard time finding parking despite having reserved a spot on the road. Highly recommend, if you decide to book this place have experience or practice parallel parking as well.
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7/11/2025
2025.07.12
Fantastic neighborhood, with so many awesome restaurants nearby. The host was incredibly kind, and quick to respond, instructions were incredibly thorough.
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6/20/2025
2025.06.21
The staff from Home Sweet City was outstanding in their service, and response times. They even have a guide on things to do in the city. This was definitely a highlight for me. The apartment was nice, comfortable and clean, which is the most important part. The only couple of downsides were that the entrance was too narrow and the internet was a bit slow or had low signal strength, but this wasn’t too much of an issue for us as we were mostly exploring the city and just really needed it at night to text.
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6/11/2025
2025.06.12
Lindo lugar!!
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6/6/2025
2025.06.07
Great place. I mean with this price it’s already good enough. It’s below the ground and it has a small garden with it.
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5/26/2025
2025.05.27
The property was exactly as expected. Myself, my husband, and our two boys had just enough room and were very comfortable. The check in information I received was very detailed and we didn’t have any problems locating it. The neighborhood was so great! We walked around on several occasions and it is a very family oriented area. Any questions I had were answered almost immediately. My kids really enjoyed the space and didn’t want to leave. I would definitely stay with Home Sweet City again.
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5/19/2025
2025.05.20
The door close to the backyard was leaking when it was rainy but overall very good place! Had a great stay!
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5/10/2025
2025.05.11
this place was small but cozy
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4/26/2025
2025.04.27
Very nice place!
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9/20/2024
2024.09.21
The space was exactly as described. I was concerned about parking but the parking permit worked perfectly and we were actually able to park directly in front of the unit. We chose this location as we wanted to be able to walk to the attractions i.e. Capitol Building, Washington Monument, Lincoln Memorial etc.. The walk down First Street leads directly to Massachusetts Ave and Union Station where we were able to get tickets for the Hop on Hop Off. We spent two full days sightseeing in DC and were able to walk everywhere. We would highly recommend this apartment for anyone looking for an immersive visit to the DC attractions.
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9/17/2024
2024.09.18
Great location and set-up. Perfect for what I needed it for.
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9/13/2024
2024.09.14
Our family of 5 (3 kiddos) enjoyed our stay here. It was the perfect size for us and a great value compared to nearby hotels. We mostly drove short distances of where we needed to go. Parking was a challenge but that seems to be the nature of the big city. We didn’t have any trouble finding a spot nearby the listing. The beds were very comfortable, even for the kiddos. They loved the beanbag bed! Thanks for having us.
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9/4/2024
2024.09.05
Great place to stay when travelling, definitely recommended
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8/26/2024
2024.08.27
Very nice apartment, safe neighborhood
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8/17/2024
2024.08.18
House was beautiful, host was responsive and helpful, and neighborhood was wonderful. Only note is that the entrance is quite tiny—if you are plus-sized or broad shouldered, you may find it hard to get inside.
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7/16/2024
2024.07.17
This was a great place for our family of 5 to stay. It’s located in a beautiful neighborhood in DC. It was very clean and was already stocked with some basic necessities. The hosts were very friendly and quick to respond to any questions.
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7/11/2024
2024.07.12
Great place. Very responsive/ they check in all the time to make sure the stay is comfortable. Only part that I missed personally was that its a Basement Unit, while it does say Lower unit in the description very clearly but to my understanding its was a lower level in a 2 storey building. However, it did nt make a big difference as the place was well lit & clean for the stay. They can do better with the internet speed. Overall great location/ responsive hosts/ clean place. Will surely recommend to check out. Thanks
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7/2/2024
2024.07.03
This place was fantastic. It was perfect for my family of 5. Everything was clean and exactly how it looked in the photos. We were able to walk to the nearest metro station in about 12 minutes. The sleeping arrangements were perfect for my family (2 adults, 3 kids ages 10, 8, and 4). I’m not sure if would be ideal for older kids. Also, I saw in other comments about the noise from upstairs, but other than hearing some footsteps every now and then, I wasn’t bothered at all by it. Overall, great house, great location!
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6/28/2024
2024.06.29
Except for the noise upstairs once a while it was really good. We met the delightful family and the kids who did all the running. They even apologized for the noise. We have 3 of our own so we understand. Lovely trip. I would stay in same place if available when I come back next time.
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6/25/2024
2024.06.26
This spot worked well for our family of four. We loved the neighborhood! It’s very close to many convenient buses, and a doable walk to the metro.
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6/17/2024
2024.06.18
The apartment was just as described. Everything inside was functional and provided exactly what we needed. Noise in the morning was tolerable and very minimal. Thank you for answering all my questions and in such a timely manner. We very much enjoyed our stay and would recommend this to others visiting the area.
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6/4/2024
2024.06.05
Nous avons passé un agréable séjour à home sweet city.
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5/29/2024
2024.05.30
This was our first time staying in an Airbnb, and we loved having the space and convenience of this basement apartment. All communication with the host went very well, and the photos were realistic and representative of the place. It was clean, comfortable, safe, and easy to navigate. It was a bit of a walk to get to the Metro subway, but we used public transportation the entire time in DC without any hiccups. The entranceway is narrow, and the steps are not all the same height so getting luggage in and out was a bit of a squeeze in this historical home. The sounds of a family living upstairs were there as stated in the listing, but it was never an issue for our family. Our teen daughter loved the area with the curtain so she got her privacy, and we loved being able to cook breakfast at the apartment before heading out sightseeing for the day. Checking in and out was easy. Overall, it was a great experience with lots of great communication and resources from the host.
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5/12/2024
2024.05.13
I had a pleasant stay at Home Sweet City, it is located in a nice neighborhood with plenty of space, one bedroom, kitchen, living room, and a space which can be converted into a room. The building is cool in the summer due to being in the basement and has two ACs. The bathroom is clean. One minor thing which could be a bit unpleasant to those who typically wake up a bit late in the morning is that there is a bit of children’s noise early in the morning.
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4/26/2024
2024.04.27
Very good Airbnb. Thank you!
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4/22/2024
2024.04.23
Well positioned to be quiet and tucked away from city noise, but also close enough to walk to the metro and get anywhere we needed to go. Perfect for a family of 4, with our two kids sleeping in the living room. We loved it and can’t wait to go back!
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3/14/2024
2024.03.15
Very clean and has lots of amenities to make stay relaxing.
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3/9/2024
2024.03.10
Amazing location and beautiful place.
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1/16/2024
2024.01.17
The space was perfect for our needs and we loved the neighborhood. We were worried about parking, but the parking pass provided worked seamlessly and we were always able to find parking close by.
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1/7/2024
2024.01.08
The place was as described and was clean and spotless. However, we had a hard time finding the place specially in the dark as the house number was not quite chronological, the number of the entire house was 10 more than the actual unit number of the garden apartment. The person who answered our call tried to be helpful and stayed with us during the almost 45 minutes that we were looking for the house, she even sent us a picture of the house but unfortunately, in that section of DC, the row houses looked very similar. Once we got through this hurdle, we were quite pleased with the accommodation, very clean, well maintained facilities and the location quite close to nice restaurants and neighborhood stores for essentials. We particularly liked dinner at the Red Hen, which is only about 2 minutes by foot two short blocks away. We’d like to come back again when it’s warmer now that we know where to find it. I suggest that Home Sweet include instructions on the house numbering next time.
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12/3/2023
2023.12.04
Our stay was fabulous! We are a family of 4 and felt like this place was big enough for us to spread out. Our teen enjoyed the ability to close the curtains around the pull out couch and have some privacy. The master bed was very soft and comfortable. We loved the ability to walk around and feel safe. The bus stop was close by and the metro station was a bit further, but we were able to park our car and just enjoy the public transportation. We would definitely stay here again.
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11/8/2023
2023.11.09
Great place, great location! Came in for a wedding nearby and was an ideal space for a few of us! A little loud in the morning but nothing unmanageable, and was a very friendly neighbourhood! Would stay again for sure
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10/29/2023
2023.10.30
Beautifully decorated, spacious and comfortable. The host was very responsive to my messages and gave clear instructions on all I needed. I will certainly go back there when next I am in the DC area.
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10/13/2023
2023.10.14
Everything was perfect
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10/11/2023
2023.10.12
The location is great! About a half mile easy walk to the metro station and a quiet neighborhood. The place is exactly as the pictures show, with a well appointed and stocked kitchen. There is a Britta pitcher in the fridge which I much appreciated. The description is correct that you hear the family upstairs, and you should expect to in an older row house like this which likely has little to no insulation. However, it’s a lot of noise, beyond what I would call the normal. It’s not that the family is being inconsiderate – not at all. It’s just the building construction. The owners clearly are aware that the noise is significant, given the copious amount of earplugs made available in the unit. Also, the description says nothing about the entrance. it is extremely narrow and the last step is a large one. An elderly or disabled person would not be able to enter. There was a very odd snafu with the TP supply that initially was handled poorly but they did make it right in the end.
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9/19/2023
2023.09.20
We enjoyed our stay. No issues at all. Just like described. Slept well in the very comfortable bed. Nice quiet area, walked to restaurant’s close by.
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9/6/2023
2023.09.07
Great location. Very well communicated by bus to city Center and DC highlights.
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8/24/2023
2023.08.25
Wonderful place to Stay! Beautiful location and the people everyone were friendly! Safe and quiet! Would recommend for anyone coming to DC. Can’t thank everyone enough! My family and I had a great time! Thanks, Katie
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8/19/2023
2023.08.20
A fuse blew, and I didn’t think about the fuse box, but they were there within 12 hours to fix the problem. Very friendly service all around. Very satisfactory for the price. A lovely place to sleep in a nice neighborhood.
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8/17/2023
2023.08.18
Lelogement est très bien. trèsbien équipé très propre et très fonctionnel pour une famille. il est en sous sol cena ne nous a pas posé de problème car nous étionspas là là journée. juste un peu loin du metro 15 mn mais bus pour capitole à côté
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7/24/2023
2023.07.25
This apartment fit our needs perfectly! It was comfortable and conveniently located. On-street parking was easy to find, close to the property. Great restaurants just one block away – but we never heard any noise from the street. Keyless entry was ideal. The place was nicely furnished and could accommodate 1-4 people comfortably. Great bathroom. The washer and dryer were a nice amenity. Very clean. Hosts were nice and communication was great. Highly recommend this place!
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7/1/2023
2023.07.02
We enjoyed our stay! The home was very clean and location was good. It was an easy walk to the train. We got a quick response to all our inquiries and everything went smoothly.
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6/20/2023
2023.06.21
Great experience, thanks!
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6/14/2023
2023.06.15
We enjoyed our stay! The place was just as described. The area was safe, parking was easy and everything was close by. Would def consider staying here again in the future.
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6/10/2023
2023.06.11
Overall, I liked the place. The kitchen was nice and the home was clean. The host set up the extra bed for us, as we asked, and we really appreciated it. It was nice to make home cooked meals while visiting the city. The host was very responsive. The nice family upstairs provided a free alarm every morning right at 7am. What I didn’t like is that the king bed wasn’t very comfortable for us, it was way too soft, the mattresses seemed a little uneven, and the bed creaked every time we turned or got up.
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5/24/2023
2023.05.25
This listing was perfect. The pictures looked just as promised if not better. The location was unbeatable! I’d definitely recommend this to anyone coming to the DC area.
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5/2/2023
2023.05.03
We enjoyed our stay. The place was clean, neat, organized, etc. The host was great at communicating and always attentive to our needs. The location is good and convenient, everything as described on the web.
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4/27/2023
2023.04.28
This was my first visit to Washington, DC. I truly enjoyed my stay. The place was clean and looked as described in the listing. No complains, our host was great, she communicated with me in a timely manner. I received all relevant communications before I got there so checking in and getting access to the apartment was easy. All the amenities worked. We were able to cook breakfast, do a little work with the use of the provided WIFI, and watch some movies with the provided TV after a long day full of activities. I was very pleased with the location of the apartment, we were able to walk to convenience stores, we were close to the train and bus routes to which we walked to. Me and my family felt safe at all times. The instructions provided were clear and check out was easy with no hassles. I’m looking forward to visit again, and if available, I would love to come back!
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4/12/2023
2023.04.13
We absolutely loved our stay! The apartment was great and the location was perfect! We can’t wait to come back!
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4/11/2023
2023.04.12
Great location. An easy walk to the metro. Nice restaurants close by.
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3/30/2023
2023.03.31
Good location for those who like to walk. Apartment was clean and tidy. Street noise we read about not an issue. Some noise from upstairs but tolerable.
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1/3/2023
2023.01.04
We stayed several nights late December. Place is as described, safe historic neighborhood. Depending on time of day, parking can be hard to find. This is a basement unit and there is noise coming from the residents above. Host is up front about this, just be aware what to expect. We were out and about most of the time and this was not an issue for us. Closest metro station is about 15min walk or a quick 5-10 min uber drive can get you to National Mall.
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11/18/2022
2022.11.19
I can’t express enough how wonderful this place was. Very private and the bed is super comfy. They were so helpful through the whole process and very responsive. Very clean. Walkable to many restaurants and we felt very safe walking around. We love to walk, DC was very walkable and we loved it. Thank you so much for making us feel at home.
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11/14/2022
2022.11.15
Well located, great for 4 people max, nice neighborhood
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11/10/2022
2022.11.11
A number of maintenance issues cast a shadow over our stay, coffee maker not working, toilet paper dispenser broken off the wall, bottom of drawer in dresser broken, shower leaking while running a bath. We were pleased that the coffee maker and toilet paper roll rack were replaced promptly the next day, but other issues were not immediately repairable. We found the king bed very comfortable and the split worked well in unseasonable hot weather. The kitchen is well stocked and tastefully updated. We were not disturbed by the patter of little feet in the apartment above, certainly no disruptive noise which has bothered previous occupants. Hopefully the maintenance issues we identified will be fixed for future occupants, as well as identifying an appropriate trash receptacle as there is no alley behind the row house that was accessible with a receptacle as stated in the orientation manual. Bloomingdale is a wonderful neighborhood to stroll around particularly in the fall.
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10/26/2022
2022.10.27
This was a great cozy apartment conveniently located in a nice neighborhood. Definitely recommend to anyone visiting the DC area!
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10/23/2022
2022.10.24
A great place to stay. Fully equipped and would be great for longer stays. Very clean and very comfortable and great location.
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10/18/2022
2022.10.19
Wonderful stay! The amenities were great and the neighborhood was perfect for our family. The host is very responsive and provides all the information you need to have a carefree stay.
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9/24/2022
2022.09.25
No estoy de acuerdo con el check in ni el check out, no son considerados y casi que fue una lucha para que nos dejaran salir a las 11am para que el día antes de nuestra salida nos dijeran que sería a las 10:30 y si nos tardábamos nos cobrarían multa, así como la basura que se tiene que botar fuera de la casa y se tiene que recoger las sábanas y toallas, prácticamente uno está pagando un adicional de limpieza y ellos pretenden que uno les haga la limpieza en ciertas partes, no habían contenedores para botar la basura fuera de la casa, a las 6am aproximadamente se escuchan muchos pasos súper fuertes y mucho ruido por los inquilinos que tienen en el piso de arriba. Así como a las 5pm que regresan estos mismos. De resto muy buena limpieza…
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9/18/2022
2022.09.19
Great spot. Would recommend.
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9/4/2022
2022.09.05
This is a fantastic apartment in a great neighborhood. The location and communication both with the owner (who lives upstairs) and the hosts exceeded my expectations! The English basement is cozy, temperate, clean, well decorated, and stocked with almost everything you need. I also appreciated the stock of home essentials. I recommend this apartment to anyone who isn’t noise sensitive since the ceiling is super thin and the adorable kids upstairs do run around a lot! Still a lovely home base for a stay of any length

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