See all properties
Entire home

Lovely backyard cottage with easy access to metro, shops, dining!

Cottage near Arlington National Cemetery in Arlington

Choose dates to view prices

Photo gallery for Lovely backyard cottage with easy access to metro, shops, dining!

A two-story house with a front porch, surrounded by lush greenery and flowering trees.
A two-story house with a green door, a small porch with white railings, and a garden area with a table and chairs.
A bedroom with a bed, two bedside tables, a desk, a chair, and a ceiling fan.
A living room with a grey sofa, a flat-screen TV, a patterned rug, and a door with windows.
A window with a view of a garden and trees.

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

1 bedroom2 bathroomsSleeps 367 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Washer
  • Dryer
  • Air conditioning
  • Outdoor Space
  • Parking available

Explore the area

View in a map
Arlington, VA
  • Place, Ballston Quarter
    ‪13 min walk‬
  • Place, MedStar Capitals Iceplex
    ‪13 min walk‬
  • Place, Arlington National Cemetery
    ‪4 min drive‬
  • Airport, Washington, DC (IAD-Washington Dulles Intl.)
    ‪41 min drive‬

Room options

You may also like

Ad
Two women walking through a hotel lobby with a large glass door, a reception desk, and a seating area with a sofa and a coffee table.

The Melrose Georgetown Hotel

Northwest
  • Pet friendly
  • Free WiFi
  • Restaurant
  • Air conditioning
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, 1,490 reviews
The price is CA $197
CA $278 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 30 - Oct 31
The Melrose Georgetown Hotel

About the area

Arlington

Ashton Heights stay.Your stay at this Ashton Heights cottage places you within 2 miles (3 km) of Arlington National Cemetery and Fort Myer. Iwo Jima Memorial and Tomb of the Unknown Soldier are also within 3 miles (5 km).
View more Cottages in WashingtonOpens in a new window

What's nearby

  • George Mason University - Mason Square - 9 min walk - 0.8 km
  • Ballston Quarter - 13 min walk - 1.1 km
  • MedStar Capitals Iceplex - 13 min walk - 1.1 km
  • Arlington National Cemetery - 4 min drive - 2.1 km
  • Fort Myer - 5 min drive - 2.1 km

Getting around

  • Virginia Square Station - 10 min walk
  • Alexandria Station - 21 min drive
  • Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport (DCA) - 15 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬14 min walk
  • ‪El Pollo Rico - ‬9 min walk
  • ‪Medium Rare - ‬11 min walk
  • ‪Northside Social Coffee & Wine - ‬11 min walk
  • ‪Texas Jack's Barbecue - ‬12 min walk

About this property

Entire place

You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

Lovely backyard cottage with easy access to metro, shops, dining!

Enjoy this lovely1BR/2BA backyard cottage nestled among the old oak trees. Conveniently located just a 15-minute walk from the Virginia Square metro (with easy access to all that Washington DC has to offer!), Clarendon, and Ballston shops, as well as vibrant nightlife, this enchanting abode offers the best of both worlds: a serene sanctuary and city excitement, all in one. An amazing kitchen, in-unit washer/dryer, patio, and deck in a shady backyard, plenty of on-street parking and free Wifi complete the package for a perfect urban retreat.

Similar properties

A hotel lobby with a grand staircase, a chandelier, and a round table with a vase of flowers.
Arlington Court Suites, a Clarion Collection Hotel
Court House
  • Breakfast included
  • Pet friendly
  • Free WiFi
  • Restaurant
4.2 out of 5, Very good, 1,026 reviews
The price is CA $162
CA $185 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 8 - Nov 9
Arlington Court Suites, a Clarion Collection Hotel

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in the cottage: WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Blender
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Electric kettle
  • Kitchen island
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Refrigerator
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster

Bedrooms

  • 1 bedroom
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 2 bathrooms
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Living room

Entertainment

  • Smart TV

Outdoor areas

  • Patio

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only
  • Smoking not allowed

Services and conveniences

  • Change of bedsheets (on request)
  • Change of towels on request

Safety features

  • No carbon monoxide detector or gas appliances (host has indicated there are no carbon monoxide detectors or gas appliances on the property)
  • Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • Fire extinguisher

General

  • Bed sheets changed on request
  • Double-glazed windows
  • Recycling
  • Some LED lighting used
  • Towels (changed on request)
  • Unit size: 725 square feet
  • Water-efficient toilets

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM

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

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.

Events

No events allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

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 are no carbon monoxide detectors or gas appliances on the property
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher
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
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a private host, not a professional engaged in trade or business. Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited. For guests' safety, the property includes a fire extinguisher and a smoke detector in each accommodation.

Frequently asked questions

How close is Lovely backyard cottage with easy access to metro, shops, dining! to the airport?

This cottage is 7.2 mi (15-min drive) away from the Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport (DCA) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

Does Lovely backyard cottage with easy access to metro, shops, dining! have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at this cottage.

Does Lovely backyard cottage with easy access to metro, shops, dining! offer free breakfast?

This cottage does not offer free breakfast.

Is there a casino at Lovely backyard cottage with easy access to metro, shops, dining!?

No, there is no casino at this cottage, but MGM National Harbor Casino (22-min drive) is nearby.

What time is check-in at Lovely backyard cottage with easy access to metro, shops, dining!?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

Is there free parking at Lovely backyard cottage with easy access to metro, shops, dining!?

Free parking is not available at this cottage.

Does Lovely backyard cottage with easy access to metro, shops, dining! have a pool?

This cottage does not have a pool.

Does Lovely backyard cottage with easy access to metro, shops, dining! have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this cottage.

How close is Lovely backyard cottage with easy access to metro, shops, dining! to downtown Arlington?

This cottage is 1.8 mi away from Arlington.

Lovely backyard cottage with easy access to metro, shops, dining! Reviews

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 126 out of 127 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 0 out of 127 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 127 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 127 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 127 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, listing accuracy
Parking was very convenient.
Stayed 5 nights in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great place to stay! Clean, convenient and complete!
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Amazing place and hosts!
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This is a wonderful spot to stay in Arlinton -- supr convenient and great communication.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Our stay was exceptional. The house was very clean and had many amenities. Very cozy and comfortable.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Wonderful stay, truly a gem.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful property with lovely scenery and amenities. Anything you need right there. We are very appreciative for such a great place to stay.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
phenomenal stay! well considered amenities, great location, easy parking
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great space quite convenient very comfortable
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Execellent everything!
Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Wonderful stay

What a perfect place to stay in a beautiful neighborhood!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This place was fantastic. It had all of the things we might’ve needed and was so clean and beautifully done. We felt very at home here while we traveled about the area. It was a lovely place to come back to after a long day of tours. The city and shopping is really nice also. Also the yard is lovely… so many beautiful birds around it so I had some lovely mornings outside as well. Would definitely stay again.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Excellent stay. Quiet, well provisioned beautiful cottage. Excellent hosts.
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The cottage was amazing. Perfectly clean and in great condition. I thoroughly enjoyed my stay!
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This place was amazing. Quiet and comfortable. Close to the metro. The hosts were great communicators. Would highly recommended. Hoping to return next year.
Stayed 8 nights in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Absolutely beautiful place—let’s not forget how quiet and peaceful it is. A 10/10 relaxing stay! The pictures don’t do it justice; you have to see the cute cottage for yourself.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Cottage was a wonderful home away from home, the cottage was adorable as were the gardens and location, couldn’t have asked for a better place to stay - absolutely delightful!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This was absolutely perfect and as my 7yo says her dream house would def stay again
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great place and location. Hosts were accommodating
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Wonderful cottage great location and amenities!!’ Hosts were very helpful!!’
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Over the top amenities. Very gracious host and just a beautiful home.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Everything was great, start to finish. The cottage was beautiful and cozy and the hosts were kind and gracious.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

great weekend stay

the host was very attentive, the listing was exactly as posted. loved our stay!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The cottage was very modern and well furnished with amenities and appliances and cooking utensils and games. The beds were super comfy. The hostess was very friendly and accommodating to requests. It was a perfect getaway in a safe location. I highly recommend.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It was beautiful clean and very nice people
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2025

Explore More Ways to Travel with Travelocity