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Captain McGuire's House

Arlington, Virginia.

Historic, charming, authentic 1816 townhouse in middle of Old Town Alexandria. Hospitable hostess. Delightful atmosphere. Guests keep returning!

Bed and Breakfast Description

A lovely way to experience a little of life in Alexandria as it was in the Early Federal Era. This 1816 Old Town Alexandria Townhouse, elegantly furnished with antiques and modern amenities, is on the Alexandria Historic Registry. Captain McGuire built it just after returning from the War of 1812. Lovely, walled garden.

1 block from King Street, 3/4 mile to the Potomac River, dozens of restaurants & shops close. 15 minute drive, subway, or bus to George Washington’s home at Mount Vernon or to the monuments and museums of Washington DC. 10 minute walk, 1/2 mile, to the King Street Metro Subway Station. Under $10.00 by taxi, 4 miles, to Washington National Airport.

The 2d Floor Suite has a bedroom with queen size bed, a sitting room with TV, couch, decorative non-functioning fireplace, and a small private bathroom 'en suite', with tub & shower.

The 3d Floor Room features two twin beds with TV, desk, chair, houseline phone and jack, and private bath in the room with a shower.

The hostess traveled the world with the Foreign Service. She has graciously hosted Bed & Breakfast guests since 1989 and offers a continental plus breakfast. A small, quiet dog is also in residence.

No third person in either room. The B&B Rooms have window air conditioners. The common areas of the house are not air-conditioned, but are usually quite comfortable. Except on short notice, with a favorable weather forecast, 3dFloor Room not booked Jun~Sep.

Inn Information

Season: All year
Rates: 115.00 - 345.00 US Dollars (double occupancy)
Rooms: 2
With private baths: 2
Mealplan: Breakfast included
Food Served:

• Continental plus breakfast
• Restaurant

Nearest Airport(s): Washington; Dulles

Payment methods accepted:

Services:

Sitting room, library, Jacuzzis, fireplaces, suites, cable TV

Area Attractions and Activities:

Restaurants, shops, malls, Monuments of Washington DC, Smithsonian Institution, Mt. Vernon, Civil & Revolutionary War sites. Historic, cultural and government sites. Museums, horsedrawn carriage rides. One hour to Baltimore and Annapolis. Nightlife.

Most Popular Rooms:

Capt. McGuire's: Suite built in 1816. Features queen size bed, sitting room, and private ensuite bath.

Queen suite: Two-room suite. Bedroom with queen sized bed. Sitting room with decorative fireplace, couch, TV. Private ensuite bathroom with tub and shower.

Restrictions

• Please inquire about our policy regarding children.
• Smoking not permitted.
• No pets, please.
• No access for disabled persons.

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