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Apartment in Silver Spring

4.92 out of 5 average rating, 444 reviews

Escape to a Sunny Apartment in a Quiet D.C. Suburb

Living Room amenities include a Smart TV and an Amazon Fire TV Stick. Fully equipped kitchen and cooking essentials. Lovely patio with seating area and herb garden. Comfortable bed and quality linens. Keurig coffee maker with coffee and tea provided. You have your own private entrance and patio area on an entire different side of the house so your experience can be as private as you like. The entire apartment which includes: washer/dryer, fully equipped kitchen and patio area. Your host will be available for anything you need during your stay. My daughter/co-host, Bernadette, a young D.C. professional, can also answer any questions about the D.C. area, restaurants and other cool places to go. The apartment is in a quiet suburban neighborhood with easy access to the Washington area. It's a short walk to the FDA. Downtown Silver Spring is nearby, with its many restaurants, bars, Fillmore music venue, Ellsworth Dog Park, and a movie theater. The National Archives, University of Maryland College Park and UMUC are just few miles away. A Ride-On bus stop is located on the same block as the apartment. A Metro bus stop is 5 minute walk. Silver Spring Metro Station is about 4 miles away. There are a few parking garages at the Silver Spring Metro Station if you choose to drive there and then hop on the metro. Free parking on weekends and holidays at all Montgomery County Parking garages (some lots and street parking may require payment on Saturday). You could also Uber/Lyft to the metro station or all the way into the city (great option esp if you're splitting fare).

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Apartment in Silver Spring

4.87 out of 5 average rating, 272 reviews

Sunny Spacious Garden Apt DC Metro

Welcome to our home! We take pride in our beautiful garden surroundings. You would not imagine you are only minutes from the action of Washington DC! Your garden 1 bedroom apartment is fully private, with your own private entrance and parking. AMENITIES - Private entrance - Beautiful garden surroundings with Koi pond - Private Parking steps from your private entrance - Sealy Posturepedic Queen Mattress - Full sleep sofa - 55’ Flat Screen TV with full cable (HBO/Showtime/Cinemax...) - High speed WIFI - Bed and bath linens provided - Fully equipped kitchen facilities - Coffee Marker, Electric Kettle,Refrigerator, Stove/Oven, Microwave, Toaster, Dishwasher, Utensils, Dishware, Pots+Pans - Coffee and tea provided - Child Friendly - Fireplace - Access to Washer/Dryer in adjacent pool room - Beautiful safe friendly neighborhood - Lovely yard, koi pond and Private patio - Access to Gas Grill - Walking distance to grocery store and restaurants - Guidebooks, maps, Tourist Info provide TRANSPORTATION - K-6 Bus (directly into DC) 3 minute walk - 20 mins via car to Downtown DC and 25 mins to Baltimore - 5 minutes to Archives II and FDA - Less than 10 mins to the University of Maryland - QUIET, SAFE STREET OF HILLANDALE NEIGHBOURHOOD - CLOSE PROXIMITY TO DC AND BALTIMORE - 3 BLOCKS TO RESTAURANTS, FAST FOOD, WINE STORE, SAFEWAY, CHURCHES, BANKS AND CLEANERS

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Guesthouse in Glenwood

4.95 out of 5 average rating, 187 reviews

The Caretaker's Cottage-Historic Roundabout Hills

The Caretaker's Cottage was built in the 1770s by Ruben Merriwether, and sits near the manor house where he and his ancestors lived at Roundabout Hills. An exceptional space with a fabulous full kitchen perfect for those who like to cook, it is truly a one of a kind place to stay. The house, where John and Fiona live, and the cottage are secluded and private, but close to all of the art, culture, restaurants and dining in the nearby towns of Frederick, Columbia, Baltimore, and Washington, DC.

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Guest suite in Arnold

4.96 out of 5 average rating, 671 reviews

Old Bay Bungalow

This in-law apartment located in the lower level of my occupied home is just moments outside of Annapolis, mere blocks from the Magothy River. I enjoy inviting guests into the space, and take pride in treating new friends like family. Come rest your weary bones in your private retreat with its own separate entrance, relaxing sunporch, and stocked kitchenette. Reach into the fridge and enjoy cold soda or a local beer on me! Sit around our fireplace and relax. Settle into the Old Bay Bungalow!

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Home in Catonsville

4.84 out of 5 average rating, 136 reviews

Delightful 4-Bed Whole House with Easy Parking

Newly relisted! Centrally located next to route 40 & 695 Beltway. House newly furnished. Huge park & soccer field within 5 mins, for dogs & to play. 5 mins drive to Starbucks, Chick-fil-A, Walmart, Applebees, Safeway, Enterprise, Lotte, Home Depot, Lowe's. Plenty of local restaurants & bars on Frederick Rd. Easy commute to BWI, B'moreCity, Hopkins, Ellicot & Columbia. Train for DC commute is 10 mins drive to Halethorpe. Previously only basement listed, guests loved it, now listing whole house.

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Apartment in Upper Fells Point

4.86 out of 5 average rating, 865 reviews

Stay in a Former Fells Point Bar! - Private Studio

Rent a unique studio apt in Fells Point! This is no cookie-cutter Airbnb. We converted a portion of our home, a 19th century construction & mid-20th century Fells Pt bar, into a 500 foot apartment w/private entrance, bathroom, work & living space. The apartment is near Fells bars & restaurants, Canton, Hopkins, the harbor, Patterson Park & downtown. 2 miles from stadiums. There is a 6 in. incline from sidewalk to entrance. Access ramp available. No steps in studio. We only host via Airbnb.

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Home in Glen Burnie

4.96 out of 5 average rating, 454 reviews

Secluded acre near BWI and Baltimore

Secluded suburban acre 8 minutes from BWI Airport, 15 minutes from Baltimore's Inner Harbor and from Fort Meade, and 45 minutes from Washington DC. Private house attached to host house has 1220 square feet of cozy comfort--4 times the size of a hotel room! House includes 2 bedrooms (one queen, one double), 1.5 baths, living room, foyer, dining room, full kitchen, and washer/dryer. The one-acre lot has hundreds of trees and is great for pets. Level 2 charging station is good for all EVs.

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Home in Bethesda

4.98 out of 5 average rating, 201 reviews

Stylish Spacious Greentree Apartment

This 1,500 sq ft spacious luxury apartment is located in the lower level of a private custom home. NO SHARED HVAC. Sunny and light bedrooms with top-notch finishes and décor. Private entrance and walkway, covered porch, and free on-site parking for 2 cars. Prime Bethesda location: 1 mile to NIH and Naval Medical with public transportation just outside the front door. Bus 47 (free to ride) takes 10 minutes to Bethesda Metro station (Red-line) or in the opposite direction to Montgomery Mall.

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Guest suite in Catonsville

4.94 out of 5 average rating, 527 reviews

Rollingside: Two-Room Guest Suite

Two-room guest suite with private entrance located in picturesque Catonsville, MD on a pre-Colonial road originally used for rolling tobacco to the harbor. Downtown Baltimore is 20 minutes away, BWI airport and Amtrak station 15 minutes, and our street is located on a bus route. Beautiful 3.5 mile walk to historic Ellicott City and an hour from Washington, D.C. Individuals and families with children are welcome, but the Airbnb member renting the property must be over the age of 25.

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Guesthouse in Highland

4.98 out of 5 average rating, 290 reviews

Woodland Retreat

Welcome to our private woodland retreat! This stylish and secluded mid-century modern guesthouse is nestled on five acres in horse country in Highland, Maryland. Totally separate from our owners home, our guesthouse combines the serenity, privacy, and safety you crave with all the conveniences of modern life including: a full bath; kitchenette; internet; and a screened porch with access to our beautiful lighted and heated swimming pool (weather permitting) and adjacent walking trails.

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Guest suite in Pasadena

4.98 out of 5 average rating, 620 reviews

Sea Dreamer

Tranquil TIDAL, riverfront, split-level home. Rent the spacious lower level with 2 bedrooms, full custom kitchen, large living room (TVs, sleeper sofas, massage chair), dining/office space, and full bath with luxury shower. Includes soaps, towels, hairdryer. Kitchen equipped for cooking, includes full fridge. Patio with grill/fire-pit, lounging and kayaks. Convenient: 25 min to BWI, 45min to Annapolis, 60min to DC. Ideal for relaxing and exploring!

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Guest suite in Adelphi

4.91 out of 5 average rating, 108 reviews

Guest suite in Hillandale

Welcome to our cozy guest suite in Adelphi, MD. Our fully equipped suite is perfect for solo travelers, couples, or small families. Enjoy modern furnishings, a kitchen, bathroom, and outdoor deck space. Conveniently located near restaurants, shops, parks, and public transportation, our suite is the ideal base for exploring the area. Whether you're here for business or leisure, we look forward to providing you with a comfortable and enjoyable stay.