Historic DC: THE MONROE HOUSE in Arts District | House in Washington
2 Bedroom House in Brookland, Washington
GREAT IN TOWN NEIGHBORHOOD:
Large 2 bedroom whole HOUSE: 3 level short blk's to the Redline Metro, then 5 quick stops to Downtown/Smithsonian Mall. Fully renovated 1896 circa house, contemporary/fully furnished, clean, sunny & bright, DRIVEWAY for off street parking, easy access to museums & tourist sites.
THE MONROE HOUSE is in the heart of a new Arts District, and has a big yard, big back deck, gas grill, is nicely done. Convenient neighborhood. Nice neighborhood with lots of personality.
GROCERIES/FOOD
3 blocks to Outdoor food markets Saturdays & Tuesday
5 blocks to large Yes! Organic market
2 blocks to CVS drug store and full strip of shops
12+ restaurants within a 5 block walk
Vegetable beds in our yard with 3 seasons of picking
LARGE TWO BEDROOM WHOLE HOUSE: 3 beds (twins can become a KING), also separate office in sun room, plus second desk. Beautiful renovated full bathroom. Half bath on 1st floor. All appliances: including microwave, washer/dryer. Linens and vegetable garden included. Large Kitchen, full dining room. WIFI, cable, washer/dryer, coffee maker, full kitchen, hair dryer, comfortable and fresh. Large private landscaped yard. Pick vegetables from our garden. Lots of outdoor living furniture. Sunny and bright indoors and out.
RESTAURANTS: A Dozen In The Neighborhood:
- Brookland’s Finest (one of my favorites)
- Steel Plate (nice small bar & restaurant)
- Brookland Pint (great microbrew beer, big outdoor seating in arts row)
- Smith Public Trust (small outdoor seating in back, bands sometimes)
- &Pizza (amazing selection of 3 minute individual pizzas in zillion combos)
- Halsa Restaurant (new foodie spot)
- Barnes & Noble Café (large seating to much on pastries)
- Bus Boys & Poets (great restaurant, event space, bookstore)
- Potbelly Soups & Salads (wholesome food at carryout prices)
- Menomali (great Neapolitan)
- San Antonio Grill (& bar: Mexican)
- Brookland Cafe (Americana Lite)
- Askale Cafe: (delicious Ethiopian)
And lots more: Subway + ordinary pizza carry outs & more
with lots of Vegetarian options at restaurants.
ARTS DISTRICT:
Arts Studio shops open to the public on weekends: 27 studios at Monroe Market on the other side of the Metro. Summer, spring & Fall this courtyard hosts a large outdoor food markets, from artisan breads to cheese, vegetable to local farm meats, crafted candies to regional fruit. Second outdoor market on Tuesday 4-7 p.m. by the big Metro bridge, 3 seasons a year. Edgewood Arts Center & Dance Place across the street from the Arts Walk host arts events constantly. Neighborhood is host to murals and public gardens.
TRANSPORTATION:
- Park in our driveway
- Metro station 3 short flat blocks away: Redline subway (& buses)
- Rent a car in the neighborhood at Enterprise Rent a Car or ZIPcar or Car2GO
- Capital City bike rental in neighborhood OR store your own bike in our greenhouse off the deck
- Walking and bicycle path to downtown from neighborhood
- Use our driveway or rent a car in the neighborhood and avoid the high car rental at the airport
- Easy airport access from BWI, Dulles & National Airports--inexpensive subway access from the last
RECREATION IN THE NEIGHBORHOOD:
- Bike Trail & City Bike, inexpensive bike rental
- Yoga & Tai Chi studios with single classes
- Huge new playground with water park & creative climbing equipment
- Public Tennis courts
- Running track in huge green field with workout stations
- Franciscan Monastery Gardens 2 blocks away
- Dance Place: classes and performances 4 blocks away
- Large new rec center 7 blks. with Olympic size pool & hot tub 7$ a person for non-residents
- National Park 1 block away: Bunker Hill Park - part of forts to defend city in Civil War
- 3 universities nearby: Catholic University, Howard Divinity School & Trinity University
- Bicycle path to downtown & bicycle rental in 3 blks.
OTHER AMENITIES:
- Two gas stations in neighborhood
- 2 different Outdoor Farmers Markets: 3 seasons with artisan bread and fresh farm produce
- Banks, drug store, markets--organic and otherwise
- Murals, playground, ball field for running
- Art studio open to public on weekends
HISTORIC NEIGHBORHOOD:
Lovely old homes, historic neighborhood book on Brookland from Arcadia Publishing, co authored by home owner. A historic crossroads village that became known as 'Little Rome,' has many home with signage that tells the story of the important African Americans that lived here--top leaders in the Johnston administration.Franciscan Monastery Gardens are 3 blocks away and open to the public. A ten minute drive away is the huge National Arboretum. The largest shrine in the U.S., sixth largest in the world, is up the street. Architecturally interesting neighborhood.
EXTRAs: 4 Metro Smartcards (needed to avoid 1$ per ride surcharge)
MORE INFO at my dedicated website for the house: www.VacationHouseDC.com
Historic DC: THE MONROE HOUSE in Arts District is located in Brookland. Historic DC: THE MONROE HOUSE in Arts District provides accommodation, featuring TV, Bedding/Linens, Wellness Facilities, among other amenities. This House features TV, Bedding/Linens, Wellness Facilities, to make your stay a comfortable one.
Historic DC: THE MONROE HOUSE in Arts District has 2 Bedrooms , 1 Bathroom, and max occupancy of 4 people. The minimum rental for this property is 1 nights, but this can change depending on the season you plan on staying. Previous guests have rated it 4, and VRBO labeled it a top-rated House because of the excellent services rendered by the owner or manager of this House, and has consistently provided great experiences for their guests. Most families or guests that use it recommend it to their friends and some of them are repeat guests. House has a friendly neighborhood, and the Brookland has interesting places to visit. If you want to learn more about the House in Brookland, such as places to visit and things to do nearby, you can check below to learn more.
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