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Nestled in a quiet, tree-lined neighborhood near Fort Totten Metro Station, this guesthouse offers easy access to buses and the subway. Enjoy a comfortable stay with a queen-size bed and twin futon sofa bed, ideal for couples or solo adventurers.

Reviews

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful

Entire apartment

1 bedroom1 bathroomSleeps 2

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning
  • Outdoor Space

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About this property

Cozy English Basement Guesthouse

My guesthouse is close to Fort Totten Metro Station, dining & shopping on Upshur Avenue in Petworth, and a 10 minute cab drive to the popular U Street Corridor. You’ll love my place because of easy it's access to buses and the subway. Great for couples, solo adventurers, and business travelers. It sleeps two comfortably with a queen size bed and twin futon sofa bed. The tree lined neighborhood is quiet. There is ample parking if you are driving a car on your trip.

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in the apartment: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Electric kettle
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Paper towels
  • Refrigerator
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • Bedroom
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 1 bathroom
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table

Entertainment

  • TV

Outdoor areas

  • Garden

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoking not allowed

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • In the city center

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
  • Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • First aid kit
  • Fire extinguisher
  • Deadbolt lock

General

  • Garden
  • Property does not allow children

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Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM

Minimum check-in age: 13

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions

Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Check-out instructions

The host requires you complete the following before checking out:

Remove leftover food and drinks and take out the trash

Lock the doors and return the keys

Please take all leftover food with you when checking out. Do not leave any food purchased during your stay in the freezer, refrigerator or cabinets.

Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.

Rules

No Smoking inside or outside rental No burning candles

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

This property does not allow children

Events

No events allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Important information

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit, and a deadbolt lock
This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation
Property Registration Number 5007242201001633

About the neighborhood

Located in Washington, this apartment is in the city center. White House and Washington Monument are notable landmarks, and travelers looking to shop may want to visit Union Station Shopping Center and Tysons Corner Center. Check out an event or a game at Capital One Arena, and consider making time for Smithsonian's National Zoo, a top attraction not to be missed. Visit our Washington travel guide
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What's nearby

  • Catholic University of America
    Catholic University of America
    19 min walk - 1.6 km
  • President Lincoln's Cottage
    President Lincoln's Cottage
    5 min drive - 1.4 km
  • Rock Creek Park
    Rock Creek Park
    5 min drive - 1.8 km
  • Saint John Paul II National Shrine
    Saint John Paul II National Shrine
    6 min drive - 2.1 km
  • Brightwood Recreation Area
    5 min drive - 1.8 km

Getting around

  • New Carrollton Station
    15 min drive
  • Fort Totten Station
    15 min walk
  • College Park, MD (CGS)
    23 min drive

Restaurants

  • Chick-fil-A
    17 min walk
  • La Coop Coffee Company
    10 min walk
  • Five Guys
    20 min walk
  • Oohh's & Aahh's
    3 min drive
  • Popeyes Louisiana Kitchen
    15 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is Cozy English Basement Guesthouse pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking?

Onsite parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Cozy English Basement Guesthouse?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Cozy English Basement Guesthouse?

Check-out is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Cozy English Basement Guesthouse located?

Located in Northwest, this apartment building is 1 mi (1.5 km) from Catholic University of America and 2.9 mi (4.7 km) from Smithsonian's National Zoo. Rock Creek Park and Walter Reed Army Medical Center are also within 3 mi (5 km). Fort Totten Station is 15 minutes by foot and Georgia Ave. Petworth Station is 26 minutes.

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Cozy English Basement Guesthouse Reviews

Reviews

Wonderful

All reviews shown are from real guest experiences. Only travelers who have booked a stay with us can submit a review. We verify reviews according to our guidelines and publish all reviews, positive or negative.
Rating 10 - Excellent. 62 out of 93 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 24 out of 93 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 4 out of 93 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 93 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 2 out of 93 reviews

9.4

Cleanliness

9.6

Location

9.4

Staff & service

9.0

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Scott J.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
It was great. Quiet, clean, and private, which is what I wanted.
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Christina W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great stay

Great location, easy check in, very comfortable!
Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2024
Verified

8/10 Good

Jack W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This was the second time staying, and it was still an amazing experience. One thing was that the big standing fan we used last time for air circulation was broken, but the little one worked well enough to make us comfortable. There was also hair clogging the shower before we arrived, which had to be cleared for the shower to drain. Overall experience was still good apart from these two things.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Sandra B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Wonderful Vacation

Everything was great!! grocery store walking distance, Metro & bus very close to walk to. Apartment is great clean and very quiet, Had a great time will definitely come back to stay again.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024
Verified

8/10 Good

Kerstin S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great base for exploring DC

I enjoyed staying here. It was the right size and convenient to both the bus and Metro for going downtown to see the sights. The kitchen had tea and snacks, which were a godsend until I could get to a store. The unit was a bit warm at times
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

Gail T.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Visit

Good location and well stocked. Communication very good, check in/out process very easy and well communicated.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Daniel H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Cozy Apartment

This guesthouse had a perfection location and a wonderful setup inside. We thoroughly appreciated its utility and privacy.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Tom O.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Perfect for my needs

The apartment was in a great location and had everything i needed. The host (Teri) was extremely responsive and friendly
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Sami J.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Peaceful stay

This was a perfect space for just me on my short stay.The neighborhood is quiet and quaint. Teri was a great host. I even forgot my wallet and she was so gracious to mail it back to me very quickly. Highly recommend staying here.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

sIcOvErLoRd

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Basement

I love the old historical buildings. I work in a lot of them and this basement is so cute and comfortable. And the host is a a+
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Tonya H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Excellent

The space was laid out well and accommodated everything i needed. It provided much needed quiet at the end of busy overwhelming days
Stayed 4 nights in May 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Andy G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great DC option

This was cute little place north of the city. The basement apartment had everything we needed (and more) and the neighborhood was nice and quiet with easy parking on the street right in front of the apartment. The Metro was pretty much a straight 3/4 mile walk from the apartment and very convenient to use. We never touched our car the whole week.
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Charles

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, communication
This apartment is very comfortable and a good value for the price. If you like to cook, the gas stove is a real plus. Fort Totten Metro Station (Red & Green lines) was an easy 12-minute walk. If you're driving, street parking was readily available in front of the apartment every day I was there. Finally, the owner provided clear instructions and even stocked the apartment with some drinks, snacks, and good coffee!
Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2024
Verified

8/10 Good

Alyssa M.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great stay! Teri is a super host!

A great place to stay while touring Washington DC. A half hour's drive outside the city, so the neighbourhood itself is a bit quieter than the hectic downtown, which we appreciated. Teri is super -- very friendly, quick to respond to any of our enquiries, and very helpful! The guesthouse had everything we needed for our stay -- A/C, comfy bed, full kitchen, fresh linens, clean shower. We always managed to find street parking immediately outside the property, and the drive to the nearest grocery store was only 5-10 min, which was convenient. Would definitely recommend this place to anyone visiting Washington DC who's willing to commute or transit into the downtown core (we tried biking it, but the roads are very busy despite the presence of bike lanes!).
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

christine s.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Came to DC for Climate Conference -simple needs

I needed a place to stay while I was attending a conference and wanted to avoid the high hotel and parking costs at the conference. It took me longer to get to the metro station (half hour) than suggested as I have multiple joint replacements and need a fourth soon. However, I was grateful to have that option, even though it was far for me. I just needed the basics (shower, kitchen, bed) - that was provided and more. I don't think the futon would be nice to sleep on. The air conditioner is a window unit that did okay but it did not get that hot while I was there, so some people might find it too hot and stuffy. However it is an ideal place for someone that needs an affordable place to stay for a few days. it is well maintained, clean, quiet, and easy to access. I was very pleased that the host was able to extend my stay for a day due to an unexpected problem with my return trip.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

TOBIN L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Nice get-a-way

This location is not on the beaten path which makes it a great way to go. It is about a 20 minute walk from the Metro and the residents in the neighborhood are all very friendly. The location also allows for walking to many local eateries. If your not in the mood to walk Uber and Uber Eats are both available. The apartment is nice and spacious. There is a lot of information in the apartment to help you find what you are looking for. Get familiar with the Metro system, it will take you anywhere you want to go. The Metro system has stops near many attractions. If visiting the Monuments and Museums, I would recommend doing a Bus Tour first, that way you will get a good idea of the layout of that area. Received great advice from Teri to check out the Wharf. You may even be able to grab lunch in Hells Kitchen and visit the International Spy Museum which was only a few blocks away. Went to a local Farmers Market (totally cool) but needed a large pot to make the pasta, might be a good idea to have a larger pot to cook with. Would definitely stay here again.
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

FRED

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
All of the amenities in this property were more than adequate for my needs. It was a quiet space to rest in and I felt safe.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

David

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Excellent place to stay will for sure come back
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Peter

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, communication
Amazing stay perfect walk to metro
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Greg & Susan B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Washington DC base for exploring

We used the guesthouse as our base to explore DC. We walked to Fort Totten metro train station, about a 15 minute walk, and it was ideal. We used the stove to cook at night and big fridge was great.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
All good, no issues at all
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

Matthew

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Location was perfect for our week in DC, thank you for sharing your house with us.
Stayed 6 nights in Apr 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Max K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great location

A short walk to the metro train, And from there, access to all of the tourist spots of Washington DC And surrounding areas
Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Teri M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Perfect getaway

Perfect place for a quick getaway to enjoy all that DC has to offer. Directions were clear and place fit the 2 of us. We were so exhausted from our adventures the noise from above did not bother us - similar to living in an apartment and hearing footsteps and chairs
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Adeyemi O.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Nice, cozy, co convenient place.

It was nice and I will recommend to another person that wishes to stay there. Neat place.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2023