Welcome home to the "Commuter's Cottage," a newly renovated split level conveniently located across the street from the Huntington Metrorail Station! Professionally designed, the Commuter's Cottage boasts kid and pet-friendly amenities including a high chair, toys, board games, a Pack N' Play, a fenced-in yard, and even a dog bed for your furry friend. With high-speed FIOS wifi and a full suite of upgraded appliances, this space is perfect for a nomadic worker looking to explore Old Town and DC! Professionally designed space with thoughtful modern amenities and a touch of charm Keyless entry + Self Check-In and free Off-Street parking for 2 vehicles High-speed FIOS Wifi, in-unit laundry, 43" Ultra HiDef 4k SmartTV with Netflix, Hulu, etc. (must log in to your own accounts) 2xTemperpedic-grade Queen mattresses + 32" SmartTV's in bedrooms 2xTemperpedic-grade Twin mattresses with ensuite basement bathroom and shower 2xTwin Air Mattresses ideal for small children wishing to sleep near Mom and Dad Full kitchen w/microwave and brand new Samsung appliances Dining room with seating for 6 (+ High Chair) Coffee bar with Tea Assortment and French Press Fully stocked bathrooms with showers and plush towels Dedicated workspace for business travelers and military contractors Patio with comfortable lounge furniture Get anywhere on the Metro (right outside the front door)! Short 7-minute drive to Old Town Alexandria | 18 minutes to the National Mall The entire home is for your exclusive use. Guests can access the home using the detailed Self Check-In instructions emailed/texted to them immediately after booking. If you have any questions, don't hesitate to reach out to our team of professionals standing by to assist you. The entire home is for your exclusive use. Guests can access the home using the detailed Self Check-In instructions emailed/texted to them immediately after booking. If you have any questions, don't hesitate to reach out to our team of professionals standing by to assist you. Located one mile south of historic Old Town Alexandria, The Commuter's Cottage is a commuter's dream and is located directly across the street from the Huntington Metrorail Station. Forget sitting in bumper-to-bumper on I-395 - simply walk out the door and on the train in a flash! Spend an afternoon walking the streets of historic Old Town (Two metro stops | 5 minutes) and don't forget to stop by my favorite French cafe and creperie - Fontaine Bistro. After lunch, hop the Metro north to the National Mall and downtown DC to check out my favorite museum - the National Museum of African American History and Culture! Wind down your evening with some quality family time and picnic on the National Mall or check out a nearby restaurant before catching your 20-minute ride from L'Enfant Metrorail Station back home to relax with a glass of wine, family, and maybe a few board games before bed. Minutes from seemingly everything, The Commuter's Cottage, is ideally located to suit a quiet relaxing stay or a fun-filled family adventure in the Nation's Capital. Recommend using the Metrorail to get around if you hate traffic as much as I do! Or you can hop in a quick 20 minute Uber/Lyft to get to the heart of the National Mall and all the great monuments. Metrorail - 4 mins to Old Town Alexandria (2 stops) Metrorail - 11 mins to Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport (4 stops) Metrorail - 21 mins to National Mall (8 stops) Uber/Lyft - 7 miles (18 mins) to Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport Uber/Lyft - 12 miles (25 mins) to Fort Belvoir HOUSE RULES - Please Read Prior to Reserving Check-in is at 4 PM. Early check-in is available for a fee of $25 per hour. Check-out is at 10 AM. Late check-out is available for a fee of $25 per hour. 12 PM is our absolute latest check-out time. Quiet hours are from 9 PM to 7 AM daily. Please respect the City of Alexandria's Noise Ordnance and our neighbors. Host bears no responsibility for any accident, injury, or illness that you may sustain during your stay. For safety and security purposes, the primary booking guest is the only person who can check-in. Only registered guests are allowed on site. All guests 18+ must be registered through Airbnb, VRBO, etc. with a verified ID and personal profile photo. We reserve the right to ask for all guest names and ages. You must supply a total number of vehicles with make, model, and license plates. A $50 per night per person fee will be assessed for any unauthorized guests staying at the property. Stairs leading to the primary bedroom are very secure and safe; however, they are not recommended for young children and are definitely not to be played on. They are steep and may not be a feature that all guests like. We have very clear pictures of these stairs that lead to both the upstairs and downstairs bedrooms. Please review these pictures prior to booking. We are not responsible for any injuries that can potentially take place on these stairs. We have two extra twin-sized air mattresses available for children (besides the two twin beds in the basement suite). Extra bedding, pillows, and blankets are located in the closets. The Commuter's Cottage is a pet-friendly space with a fully fenced-in backyard great for a spirited game of fetch. All pets must be declared (breed, number, and estimated weight) prior to booking. We charge a one-time, non-refundable $50 per stay pet fee for a max of 2 pets (up to 35lbs each). If our staff determines that you have brought an undeclared pet with you during your stay you will be reported to the platform's resolution center and be charged a one-time fee of $200. For safety and insurance purposes, the following breeds are strictly prohibited: Akitas Chows Dobermans German Shephards Pitt Bulls (All) Rottweilers Sharpie Presa Canarios Wolf Hybrid Absolutely NO pets on the furniture. While we love your furry friends, we insist that your pets use the provided dog bed or sleep on the floor of the home. Please be mindful of your pet's hair and use the broom to sweep up any excess hair prior to departing. Dog bowls and treats are located in the kitchen for your use. Please pick up after your pet. Use the provided doggy poop bags in the dispenser in the backyard to pick up your pet's waste. We ask that you promptly dispose of any pet waste in the outdoor receptacle. If you break it, fix it. If you move it, put it back where you got it. If you use it, wash it. The use of narcotics of any kind is STRICTLY PROHIBITED. We provide basic cleaning supplies to include laundry detergent and dryer sheets. Please do not take any of this with you when you leave as this is for every guest who stays at The Commuter's Cottage. We have professional cleaners on staff that come immediately after our guests' checkout. Prior to cleaning, our staff thoroughly inspects the property for damage and stolen goods. Any overt damage (beyond normal wear and tear) or stolen goods will be reported to the platform's resolution center and billed to guests directly. Absolutely NO SMOKING or VAPING inside the home. If you must smoke, please use the outdoor patio and promptly dispose of any butts in the provided trash receptacle. Any evidence of smoke inside the home will be documented and reported to the platform's resolution center. Guests are liable for any and all damages and may be charged up to $400 per occurrence if smoke is detected in the home. When checking out, please make sure the TV remotes are back in their proper locations. Also please make sure the guidebook is returned to the coffee table for future guest use. Don't forget to lock both the back door and front door prior to leaving. Please treat our space with respect. This is what the Airbnb and shared economy are all about. If you have any questions, don't hesitate to reach out. The Commuter's Cottage House Rule secret code is METRO.