I would normally not leave a review, but I was told by VRBO customer support team to share my frustrations. We can tolerate a wide range of accommodations, and we have stayed in some primitive places, but this rental was by far the least maintained, least cleaned, and most inaccurately over sold in the description. Individually, we could have overlooked the leak stains on the ceiling, the peeling ceiling paint, the unfinished nature of the basement apartment, broken doors, old moldy and stained shower curtain, unpatched holes in the ceiling and walls, duct tape wall repairs, thick layers of dust (this was the deal breaker), nasty condition of the kitchen and microwave, the state of the "private patio," old trash in the bathroom, the improperly stored paint (city code violation to store paint in a residential closet) , the lack of a reasonable functioning heating system ( we were given 2 small space heaters that were inadequate for the entire place) , broken dryer door, and so much more, but in total and especially because of the dust, it was no longer safe for my family to stay there. We called and texted the owner to tell him we were leaving , had to scramble to find a safe and clean place to stay during this Thanksgiving week, and the owner did not respond. Radio silence. Prior to starting the rental, he was responsive, helpful, and accommodating, but as soon as we had a major problem, he became unavailable. Instead of apologetic of remorseful, he ran away from his duties and responsibilities. Very frustrating and disappointing.

I would normally not leave a review, but I was told by VRBO customer support team to share my frustrations. We can tolerate a wide range of accommodations, and we have stayed in some primitive places, but this rental was by far the least maintained, least cleaned, and most inaccurately over sold in the description. Individually, we could have overlooked the leak stains on the ceiling, the peeling ceiling paint, the unfinished nature of the basement apartment, broken doors, old moldy and stained shower curtain, unpatched holes in the ceiling and walls, duct tape wall repairs, thick layers of dust (this was the deal breaker), nasty condition of the kitchen and microwave, the state of the "private patio," old trash in the bathroom, the improperly stored paint (city code violation to store paint in a residential closet) , the lack of a reasonable functioning heating system ( we were given 2 small space heaters that were inadequate for the entire place) , broken dryer door, and so much more, but in total and especially because of the dust, it was no longer safe for my family to stay there. We called and texted the owner to tell him we were leaving , had to scramble to find a safe and clean place to stay during this Thanksgiving week, and the owner did not respond. Radio silence. Prior to starting the rental, he was responsive, helpful, and accommodating, but as soon as we had a major problem, he became unavailable. Instead of apologetic of remorseful, he ran away from his duties and responsibilities. Very frustrating and disappointing.

I would normally not leave a review, but I was told by VRBO customer support team to share my frustrations. We can tolerate a wide range of accommodations, and we have stayed in some primitive places, but this rental was by far the least maintained, least cleaned, and most inaccurately over sold in the description. Individually, we could have overlooked the leak stains on the ceiling, the peeling ceiling paint, the unfinished nature of the basement apartment, broken doors, old moldy and stained shower curtain, unpatched holes in the ceiling and walls, duct tape wall repairs, thick layers of dust (this was the deal breaker), nasty condition of the kitchen and microwave, the state of the "private patio," old trash in the bathroom, the improperly stored paint (city code violation to store paint in a residential closet) , the lack of a reasonable functioning heating system ( we were given 2 small space heaters that were inadequate for the entire place) , broken dryer door, and so much more, but in total and especially because of the dust, it was no longer safe for my family to stay there. We called and texted the owner to tell him we were leaving , had to scramble to find a safe and clean place to stay during this Thanksgiving week, and the owner did not respond. Radio silence. Prior to starting the rental, he was responsive, helpful, and accommodating, but as soon as we had a major problem, he became unavailable. Instead of apologetic of remorseful, he ran away from his duties and responsibilities. Very frustrating and disappointing.

Great place is a good location.

Nice place. Hated the couches. Kept banging into that table corner in the Kitchen.

We've stayed in VRBO rentals all summer, roughly half a dozen to date. For this one, we could have stayed in a hotel for the same cost in the same neighborhood, but chose this because it had 2 bedrooms. However, the space is basically a basement apartment and we entered to find a large chunk of peeling paint in the kitchen, dark rooms and decoration throughout, more peeling paint and missing mosaic tiles in the bathroom decor, a moldy tub and shower curtain, rusty microwave, and security bars over the windows and door... so our kid ended up feeling better sleeping in our bed anyway. The place seemed clean but we felt better placing all our food in the fridge in case it would attract any unwelcome small visitors, especially since the neighbor's entrance was overflowing with garbage (which can't be helped). By comparison, we stayed in a renovated 1800's urban apartment at our next stop in Cincinnatti which was very bright and well kept, and was a pleasure. I really hope the owners take some time to fix this place up since it has such wonderful potential with its location near Dupont Circle. As it is now, we would have preferred to share a room in a hotel instead.

We've stayed in VRBO rentals all summer, roughly half a dozen to date. For this one, we could have stayed in a hotel for the same cost in the same neighborhood, but chose this because it had 2 bedrooms. However, the space is basically a basement apartment and we entered to find a large chunk of peeling paint in the kitchen, dark rooms and decoration throughout, more peeling paint and missing mosaic tiles in the bathroom decor, a moldy tub and shower curtain, rusty microwave, and security bars over the windows and door... so our kid ended up feeling better sleeping in our bed anyway. The place seemed clean but we felt better placing all our food in the fridge in case it would attract any unwelcome small visitors, especially since the neighbor's entrance was overflowing with garbage (which can't be helped). By comparison, we stayed in a renovated 1800's urban apartment at our next stop in Cincinnatti which was very bright and well kept, and was a pleasure. I really hope the owners take some time to fix this place up since it has such wonderful potential with its location near Dupont Circle. As it is now, we would have preferred to share a room in a hotel instead.

Nice place. Hated the couches. Kept banging into that table corner in the Kitchen.

Nice place. Hated the couches. Kept banging into that table corner in the Kitchen.

Ted the manager was very positive but the property needs a facelift. The stairs to our basement apartment had no hand rails except if you hung on the railing for the upstairs apartment which were falling off. I would not recommend staying here. During our stay repairs were made to the house’s main water main which meant we had no toilet and I had to take myself to a nearby restaurant. Someone unplugged the refrigerator so no place to keep our meds and drinks. This was discovered by Ted immediately but we didn’t notice the refrig was not working when we arrived the night before. The place was not properly cleaned when I opened the microwave it was filthy.

We rented this from Tedd for a mom/daughter get away. It’s in a great area, very close to the metro and lots of places to explore. Tedd was very accommodating and gave several ideas for places to eat and things to do. We didn’t stay much in the apartment but it was comfortable and what we needed. It’s in the basement so it stays nice and cool at all times.

We rented this from Tedd for a mom/daughter get away. It’s in a great area, very close to the metro and lots of places to explore. Tedd was very accommodating and gave several ideas for places to eat and things to do. We didn’t stay much in the apartment but it was comfortable and what we needed. It’s in the basement so it stays nice and cool at all times.

Ted the manager was very positive but the property needs a facelift. The stairs to our basement apartment had no hand rails except if you hung on the railing for the upstairs apartment which were falling off. I would not recommend staying here. During our stay repairs were made to the house’s main water main which meant we had no toilet and I had to take myself to a nearby restaurant. Someone unplugged the refrigerator so no place to keep our meds and drinks. This was discovered by Ted immediately but we didn’t notice the refrig was not working when we arrived the night before. The place was not properly cleaned when I opened the microwave it was filthy.

Ted the manager was very positive but the property needs a facelift. The stairs to our basement apartment had no hand rails except if you hung on the railing for the upstairs apartment which were falling off. I would not recommend staying here. During our stay repairs were made to the house’s main water main which meant we had no toilet and I had to take myself to a nearby restaurant. Someone unplugged the refrigerator so no place to keep our meds and drinks. This was discovered by Ted immediately but we didn’t notice the refrig was not working when we arrived the night before. The place was not properly cleaned when I opened the microwave it was filthy.