Historic DC Firehouse Penthouse Loft

8.8 / 10.0

Outstanding(15 Ratings)

Apartment in District of Columbia

14 guests · 5 bedrooms · 4 baths

Reasons to book

Guests love it hereGuests give this property a top rating

Includes essentialsKitchen or Kitchenette, Air conditioner, Internet / Wifi and more

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About this apartment rental

Located in the Shaw neighborhood, one of DC's most hip, slick and cool areas, The Firehouse on R housed the first Fully African American Fire company in Washington DC! Built in 1884 and fully renovated in 2017 by a world famous interior designer and TV celebrity, the Firehouse merges exposed architectural beauty with historic photography and modern amenities/design. Total space is roughly 3000 square feet (or 280 square meters). Penthouse sleeps 14 comfortably with 5 bedrooms and 4 full bathrooms. 2 parking spaces & amenities included in price.

As seen on Netflix's TV Series "Stay Here" (Season 1, Episode 8)

Amenities

Air conditioner

Kitchen or Kitchenette

Internet / Wifi

Parking

Map of District of Columbia

Nearby attractions

Lincoln Memorial

3.3 mi

Steven F. Udvar-Hazy Center

36.4 mi

Smithsonian National Museum of Natural History

2.1 mi

National Museum of African American History and Culture

2.3 mi

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Historic DC Firehouse Penthouse Loft

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8.8 / 10.0

Outstanding(15 Ratings)

Apartment in District of Columbia

14 guests · 5 bedrooms · 4 baths

Reasons to book

Guests love it hereGuests give this property a top rating

Includes essentialsKitchen or Kitchenette, Air conditioner, Internet / Wifi and more

Book with confidenceWe partner with the top travel sites so you know you're getting a great deal on the perfect rental

About this apartment rental

Amenities

Air conditioner

Kitchen or Kitchenette

Internet / Wifi

Parking

Map of District of Columbia

Nearby attractions

Lincoln Memorial

3.3 mi

Steven F. Udvar-Hazy Center

36.4 mi

Smithsonian National Museum of Natural History

2.1 mi

National Museum of African American History and Culture

2.3 mi

Ratings and reviews

8.8 / 10.0

Outstanding(15 Ratings)

10.0 / 10.0

Aug 2024

It’s a great place with lots of space for everyone. We enjoyed our stay. Close to the Metro and awesome restaurants. Highly recommended

6.0 / 10.0

Jul 2024

Alot of stairs for carrying luggage and cooler /needed updated bed linens and not alot of towels no wash cloths owner needs to check why Led lights under upstairs cabinets not sure why it was there Check for hidden cameras ,Over all things were nice /but not great.

10.0 / 10.0

Jun 2024

Perfect location … awesome vibe …. beautiful architecture … incredible photography … super comfy beds … we will be back. This place is a gem and Michael is an excellent host. The AC kept us cool when we came in from the 100 degree heat. Thank you for hosting our meaningful and memorable week in DC! Thank you for having us.

10.0 / 10.0

Oct 2023

Excellent Everything! Owner was super gracious. Mike “Firehouse” keeps a nice lodging. Roomy enough for all 5 of us. Two TVs. Washer and dryers, extra blankets. Easy location, walking, biking. Uber comes at lightening speed. Close to DC’s most visited monuments. Highly reccomend The Unconventional Diner for breakfast. As an historic African American Collective, we were bowled over by the history of this site, which is curated on the walls and windows. You will enjoy a carefree and beautiful stay!

8.0 / 10.0

Jun 2023

We enjoyed our stay so much at the old firehouse. The Shaw district is amazing, plenty of restaurants within walking distance and only a couple blocks from the Metro. It was super convenient. The property has great space to accommodate a larger group and so much character. Overall, we enjoyed the experience. However, the space could use a bit of TLC to replace missing knobs and handles. Also, there are two washer/dryer locations - however, only one washer and one dryer worked. And not on the same floor. This is an easy enough fix and I am sure it is on the landlords list to do. My biggest disappointment was that there was not really a good area to gather, like around a table. We like to gather and play games. The only viable spot was the kitchen counter, which had a large sink in the middle, making it tough for everyone to co-mingle. Also, the stools are too high for the counter, so your knees are bumping underneath if you weren't careful, which was painful. I recommend putting a gathering table and chairs in one of the rooms.

4.0 / 10.0

Mar 2023

Even though the firehouse is cool, historic and a good location, it needs some attention. One refrigerator door pull is missing. The stove is dirty, could not get all burners to work and one stove pull was held on by a wire. Upstairs bedroom smells moldy. Couldn’t get the fireplace to work. Shower turns on with pliers and carpet worn out and stained.

10.0 / 10.0

Jan 2023

Our group of 9 had plenty of room. We really enjoyed having a large kitchen to do meals in and hang out. The natural lighting from the front windows and skylight was lovely. It was also nice to be able to do laundry. The firehouse is situated in a nice area, within easy walking distance of metro stop, restaurants, and grocery stores. Great experience, and glad we found this place.

10.0 / 10.0

Dec 2022

This property was exactly what our family was looking for on our trip to Washington D.C. Staying at a site of historic significance was great and the location was wonderful. Wish we could rate the location six stars. The rooftop view at night was a thrill.

8.0 / 10.0

Dec 2022

A group of 14 of us stayed at the Firehouse and we loved it! Definitely will book again for future trips into DC with family and friends! Comfortable with lots of space

8.0 / 10.0

Dec 2022

Beautiful property in a great neighborhood in DC. Owner is very communicative!

10.0 / 10.0

Nov 2022

It was a fantastic stay. Location great. Property had everything we needed. Beds and towels were great.

10.0 / 10.0

Oct 2022

Couple of us came down for the MCM my 3 yr old nephew was entertained the entire time with all the workings and dress up equipment required to be a fireman !! While the rest of us enjoyed group dinners in the spacious easily entertaining kitchen loved the entire weekend thanks DC firehouse !!

10.0 / 10.0

May 2022

Great for multigenerational family

Great for multigenerational family

Love the Firehouse. Spacious and bright. Kitchen and amenities were awesome.

10.0 / 10.0

Apr 2021

Great Place

Great Place

Very cool house in a very convenient location.

FAQs

How much does this apartment cost compared to others in District of Columbia?

The average price for a rental in District of Columbia is R 3,963 per night. This rental is R 17,843 above the average.

Is parking included with this apartment?

Yes, parking is listed as an amenity at Historic DC Firehouse Penthouse Loft. For more information, we encourage you to contact the property about where to park.

Is there a pool at this apartment?

We didn’t find pool listed as an amenity for this apartment. It may be worth double checking if a pool is important for your stay.

Is Historic DC Firehouse Penthouse Loft pet friendly?

Unfortunately, this apartment is not pet-friendly. Try searching again and filter for "Pets Allowed"

What amenities are available at Historic DC Firehouse Penthouse Loft?

We found 4 amenities for this rental. This includes air conditioner, kitchen or kitchenette, internet / wifi, and parking.

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Historic DC Firehouse Penthouse Loft

Apartment in District of Columbia

Reasons to book

About this apartment rental

Amenities

Map of District of Columbia

Nearby attractions

Historic DC Firehouse Penthouse Loft

Apartment in District of Columbia

Reasons to book

About this apartment rental

Amenities

Map of District of Columbia

Nearby attractions

Ratings and reviews

FAQs

How much does this apartment cost compared to others in District of Columbia?

Is parking included with this apartment?

Is there a pool at this apartment?

Is Historic DC Firehouse Penthouse Loft pet friendly?

What amenities are available at Historic DC Firehouse Penthouse Loft?

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