Cheerful, comfortable home in quiet lush area, 15 min from Washington DC
Apartment in McLean, VA
8 guests · 2 bedrooms · 1 bath
Reasons to book
Guests love it hereGuests give this property a top rating
Well priced for this locationProperty prices in this area are generally higher
Includes essentialsGarden, Pool, Kitchen or Kitchenette and more
About this apartment rental
Relax in our comfortable, bright, cheerful, functional home after a full day of shopping, sightseeing or working in Northern VA in the Washington DC area. Get away within 15 minutes to our quiet, green neighborhood. You will be in our walk-out basement which consists of 2 bedrooms, a full bath, a large living room, a kitchenette with a full fridge and laundry, and a screened porch. Choose from dozens of books and read in our back yard. Plug in your laptop into our wireless network and surf the net at super-fast speed. Flip through hundreds of channels on TV. For cooking, help yourself to our spices and get what you need from 2 major supermarkets that are 5 minutes away. To discover the area, drive to Metro (5 min) or to DC (15 min). Shop at Tysons Corner (15 min), or walk the trails in the Great Falls National Park (15 min)
Amenities
Pool
Air conditioner
Kitchen or Kitchenette
Internet / Wifi
Parking
Laundry
Dishwasher
TV
Garden
Family friendly
Map of McLean, VA
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Ratings and reviews
5.0 / 5.0
Thank you very much for everything
5.0 / 5.0
Exactly what we needed.
Excellent stay, great place, friendly host.
5.0 / 5.0
Great stay - will come again
Najla was a great host and it was very spacious and private. The location was ideal, close enough to the city, yet quiet and subburban.
Charles
5.0 / 5.0
Cozy basement apartment in McLean
Our family of six had a very nice stay in this comfortable basement apartment. The space is very kid-friendly and the owner could not have been nicer. She was very accommodating and helpful. The location is perfect - close to downtown by car, 5 mins from West Falls Church metro station, close to grocery store and restaurants, close to Great Falls National Park, but still tucked away in a quiet neighborhood. We had a very nice stay and would recommend for anyone (especially those with children). Very pleased with our experience!
5.0 / 5.0
Just as described
Super clean, great and safe location. The host is an extremely nice lady.
5.0 / 5.0
Very nice quiet base for our DC vacation.
This place worked well for us to access all that we needed for our visits to DC and Gettysburg.
5.0 / 5.0
Comfortable at a great price
This apartment was very nice. The mattresses were firm and comfortable. Everything was clean and in good condition. For this area the price was very reasonable. The neighborhood is very quiet and close to Tysons Corner and DC. I would definitely stay there again.
5.0 / 5.0
Lovely home, great location
We loved staying here! The host is really nice and welcoming; the house is lovely and well organized; the location is a 25 min car ride to DC. The supermarket is 5 min away. Great stay! We really got to enjoying the feeling of home away from home.
4.0 / 5.0
The basement was perfect for us. Full kitchen, big living room, 2 bedrooms and a good sized bathroom
It was great for our situation.
5.0 / 5.0
Very nice and clean space. Lots of room for 4 people. Nice garden. Close to Downtown and Metro. The host was friendly. We really enjoyed our time there. We would definitely come again.
5.0 / 5.0
Convenient and pleasant
We enjoyed a very pleasant visit to the Washington DC area using this home away. It suited us just right.
5.0 / 5.0
Najla was a wonderful hostess. We had everything we needed and were quite comfortable.
We opted to rent a car and drive into DC but the McLean metro stop is about 5 minutes away. Grocery stores were about 5 min. We felt very safe in the neighborhood. We did have rush hour traffic if we left before 10am and headed home when things closed about 5:30pm--that's just DC. As far as the unit itself, things were a little crowded for 9 people but we knew that before we rented and were just sleeping there so it was fine, probably suited best for 4-6 people. Thank you Najla! :)
4.0 / 5.0
Overall very good with some minor comments
Overall we enjoyed the property and it is almost as described. There are a couple of minor issues that Najla may want to improve or future renters may want to consider.
Pros: a very quiet neighborhood, 20 minutes by car to Washington Downtown. Apartment is pretty big, bigger than we expected based on the photos. It was very clean, nicely painted and decorated, towels and linen provided. High-speed internet was available for us to use.
Minor issues: we were not allowed to use the back door to exit the basement and had to go through the house. It was ok, though when you rent a walk-out basement you expect to be separate from the owner's part of the house. Another issue we had was with the kitchen equipment and utensils. Unfortunately, there was only one big pot that could be used with the induction one-place stove, so we had to cook either everything in one pot, or one thing after another with washing the pot in between. Also we wish there was at least one more knife (the only one provided was very dull) and some more useful kitchen utensils (a can opener, etc.) - but this is very minor and can be definitely easily improved. Of course, we could go upstairs and ask Najla for more knives, but I am sure this part can be easily improved :)
Otherwise, we do recommend this property and will consider it again if/when planning another trip to Washington DC.
5.0 / 5.0
Very nice place to stay
Property was clean and well maintained. Our host was very accommodating to anything we needed. Overall, a great place to stay.
4.0 / 5.0
A comfortable and convenient place to stay near DC
Our family of 5 enjoyed this VRBO in McLean. Najla was great and gave us good recommendations on where to eat and where things were. We just spent a short weekend here, but would recommend it and would come back next time we're in the area.
5.0 / 5.0
Awesome owner
Perfect place that is quiet and a great owner. Wonderful location to visit family in northern VA.
4.0 / 5.0
Close to metro
Two couples shared the unit and found it to be very comfortable and accommodating. Five minute drive to metro to visit all sites. Would definitely stay here again.
4.0 / 5.0
Comfortable and Convenient
Our family of 5 stayed five nights in this home during a sight-seeing trip to DC. The owner was a kind and gracious host, helpful in getting us settled and giving us advice throughout the week. We felt at home right away. Located in a quiet neighborhood, the home felt like a respite from the hustle and bustle of the city and was a good hub from which to explore things in DC and surrounding areas. The home was clean and tidy and had all the basic necessities.
Aside from the usual DC attractions, we and our teen and younger boys enjoyed the Adventure Park at Sandy Springs and Great Falls Park, as well as great dinners at Lost Dog Cafe and Founding Farmers.
4.0 / 5.0
Warm and Inviting, a home away from home!
Najla was a great host and ever so concerned about our needs and ensuring our comfort. She made us feel relaxed and was great about providing the "just right" feel to our stay. We enjoyed the spacious rooms and beautiful back yard and enclosed porch. Najla provided us with many local resources and recommendations, all of which were perfect to our interests! Thanks for an outstanding trip.
The Shahum Family
5.0 / 5.0
Great rental property!
The house was spacious and clean with very comfortable beds. The basement was perfect for the 5 teenagers to hand out and the parents could relax in the main house. We had a great stay.
5.0 / 5.0
Fantastic
This home was awesome. We were their for DC sightseeing. Three right hand turns and 15 mins you are in front of the White House.Home was very comfortable and was ready for guests. Nice quiet neighborhood. Can't say enough. If you are headed to this area, rent this property. The owner stayed in touch all the way. Can't wait to go back and stay there again.
5.0 / 5.0
This property was perfect for our trip to DC.
We loved the house. It was close to everything around DC. It was just 15 minutes into DC or 5 minutes from the metro station. The house was nicely furnished and accommodated my teenage children great. The owner was fabulous and very attentive to make sure we had everything we needed. I highly recommend this property and will stay here again on future trips to this area.
FAQs
How much does this apartment cost compared to others in McLean?
The average price for a rental in McLean is $273 per night. This rental is $118 less expensive than the average.
Is parking included with this apartment?
Yes, parking is listed as an amenity at Cheerful, comfortable home in quiet lush area, 15 min from Washington DC. For more information, we encourage you to contact the property about where to park.
Is there a pool at this apartment?
Yes, a swimming pool is available for use at Cheerful, comfortable home in quiet lush area, 15 min from Washington DC. Enjoy the water!
Is Cheerful, comfortable home in quiet lush area, 15 min from Washington DC pet friendly?
Unfortunately, this apartment is not pet-friendly. Try searching again and filter for "Pets Allowed"
What amenities are available at Cheerful, comfortable home in quiet lush area, 15 min from Washington DC?
We found 10 amenities for this rental. This includes pool, air conditioner, kitchen or kitchenette, internet / wifi, and parking.
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