Alexandria's cityscape unfolds before you at The Gathering Alexandria, where comfort and playfulness blend. Enjoy a fully-equipped kitchen with meal prep basics, unwind with outdoor furniture and a fire pit in the backyard overlooking the city view. Kids and adults alike will love arcade games, life-size Connect 4, foosball table plus toys books for all ages.
Reviews
9.49.4 out of 10
Exceptional
Entire home
3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 8
Popular amenities
Kitchen
Washing machine
Dryer
Pet-friendly
Free Wi-Fi
Air-conditioning
The current price is NZ$1,093
NZ$1,093
includes taxes & fees
5 Apr - 6 Apr
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About this property
Entire place
You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.
Charming Oasis near Metro: Arcade, Coffee, Parks
Welcome home to our home. This is a chic home that's more than just a place to stay. It's a retreat designed for couples, friends in search of fun, families making memories, and business travelers finding comfort. The space Packed with thoughtful amenities like a high chair, pack-n-play, outdoor toys, books, and games, it's a paradise for kids and grown-ups alike. But the magic doesn't stop there – an arcade machine, life-size Connect 4, and a foosball table are waiting to ignite your playful side.
For those who love the outdoors, the adventure continues. Explore Farrington Park on foot or step into the backyard, where the gates open to reveal Huntington Park. Get your heart pumping with a workout or take a leisurely family stroll, all while soaking in the breathtaking cityscape of Alexandria, VA.
Your dream escape begins here – where style meets substance, and every moment is an opportunity for joy. Welcome to your new home, where unforgettable experiences await.
About a 10 min walk to Huntington Metro.
SLEEPING ARRANGEMENT: One queen size bed, two full-size beds, and one full-size pull-out couch.
KITCHEN: Enjoy a fully-equipped, full-size kitchen. Find basics for meal prep; consult our digital guidebook after book for more details
OUTDOOR SPACE: Experience Alexandria, VA's cityscape view right from the backyard. Equipped with outdoor furniture, fire pit, and cornhole game for your enjoyment
THE BASICS: There is powerful central heating and air during the hottest days, and it keeps it nice and toasty on the coldest night. Guest access The entire home is for your exclusive use. Guests can easily access the property with a keypad.
Guests can access the home using the detailed Self Check-In instructions emailed/texted to them after booking. Other things to note
PLEASE READ Prior to Reserving:
- Check-in is at 4 PM.
- Check-out is at 11 AM. Sometimes we can accommodate.
- Please respect the noise curfew past 9 PM
- No unregistered guests allowed (Unless communicated to the host). Only registered guests are allowed on site. All guests 18+ must be registered through Vrbo. We reserve the right to ask for all guest names and ages. A $50 per night per person fee will be assessed for any unauthorized guests staying at the property.
- No parties or events are allowed
- No Pets allowed
- Please take care of the furnishings. You have to pay for damages that exceed the security deposit
- Number of guests booked must reflect the exact number of guests staying at the property
- No illegal substances are allowed on the premises
- No smoking inside is allowed. 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 $300 per occurrence if smoke is detected in the home.
- Please put dishes in the dishwasher and start before you leave
- We provide basic cleaning supplies and kitchen supplies. Please do not take any of this with you when you leave as this is for every guest who stays at The Gathering Alexandria.
- 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.
IMPORTANT NOTES:
Please note that the property has 1.5 bathrooms. Do not use the shower in the basement.
Think of all the items that we offer ( toilet paper, towels, soap, trash bags, etc.) as "STARTER KITS", and be sure to bring additional items and items that are more appropriate for the length of your stay and the size of your group.
In an effort to maintain a secure premise, the home is equipped with two exterior cameras that actively record video and sound as well. One camera is on at the front overlooking the front yard of the home, and the second is in the back of the home overlooking the back yard. The cameras are ONLY on the exterior, and there are no cameras on the inside.
Host bears no responsibility for any accident, injury, or illness that you may sustain during your stay.
Please treat our space with respect. This is what the Vrbo and shared economy are all about. If you have any questions, don't hesitate to reach out.
The occupancy is 8 total people but the max amount of adults is 6.
Permit #: STL-2023-00030
Property amenities
Internet
Available in the house: Free WiFi
Parking and transport
Electric car charging station on site
Parking on site
Kitchen
Coffee/tea maker
Cookware, dishware, and utensils
Dishwasher
Hob
Ice maker
Microwave
Oven
Paper towels
Refrigerator
Spices
Toaster
Dining
Dining table
Bedrooms
3 bedrooms
Bedsheets provided
Sofa bed
Bathroom
1.5 bathrooms
Bathtub or shower
Hair dryer
Shampoo
Soap
Toilet paper
Towels provided
Living spaces
Dining table
Living room
Separate dining area
Entertainment
Books
Games
Smart TV
Video games
Outdoor areas
Barbecue grill
Firepit
Garden
Outdoor furniture
Patio
Laundry
Laundry facilities
Washing machine
Work spaces
Desk
Desk chair
Comfort
Air conditioning
Heating
Pets
Pet friendly
Up to 23 kg per pet
Suitability/Accessibility
Smoke-free property
Services and conveniences
Iron/ironing board
Location highlights
Near a hospital
Things to do
Foosball table
Casino nearby
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)
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
Rules
Quiet hours are from 9 pm to 7 am
Any tampering with the security cameras will result in immediate cancellation of your reservation with NO refund
Please take care of the furnishings. You have to pay for damages.
Pets
Pets are allowed
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
2 total (up to 23 kg per pet)
Children and extra beds
Children are welcome
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
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit and a deadlock
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
About the area
Located in Huntington, a neighbourhood in Alexandria, this holiday home is near a water park. Smithsonian Institution and National Museum of African American History and Culture are cultural highlights, and some of the area's notable landmarks include White House and George Washington's Mount Vernon. Travelling with kids? Make time for National Air and Space Museum, or head to an event or a match at Capital One Arena. Visit our Alexandria travel guide
Is Charming Oasis near Metro: Arcade, Coffee, Parks pet-friendly?
Yes, this property allows pets (limit 2 total) with a maximum weight of up to 23 kg per pet.
How much does it cost to stay at Charming Oasis near Metro: Arcade, Coffee, Parks?
As of 30 Mar 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Charming Oasis near Metro: Arcade, Coffee, Parks on 5 Apr 2026 start from NZ$1,093, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.
How much is parking at Charming Oasis near Metro: Arcade, Coffee, Parks?
On-site parking is available at the property.
What time is check-in at Charming Oasis near Metro: Arcade, Coffee, Parks?
Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.
What time is check-out at Charming Oasis near Metro: Arcade, Coffee, Parks?
Checkout is at 11:00 AM.
Where is Charming Oasis near Metro: Arcade, Coffee, Parks located?
This family-friendly Alexandria holiday home is located in Huntington, within 3 mi (5 km) of George Washington Masonic National Memorial, Torpedo Factory Art Center and Potomac River. Alexandria City Hall is 2.6 mi (4.2 km) away. Huntington Ave. Station is 6 minutes by foot and Huntington Station is 10 minutes.
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Charming Oasis near Metro: Arcade, Coffee, Parks Reviews
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This was a comfortable b&b we stayed at with our kids and my brothers family. They had amenities for babies and kids we appreciated and was walking distance to a park, and driving distance to the DC activities. It is in a super cute and safe neighborhood. Would book again!
We loved the property and the location, 5 minutes away from Wegmans(!) and from the turnpike. Easy to get to and easy to get back on the road. Way better than a hotel for sure. Nice fenced in yard for a dog (watch out for the neighbors dog though, he's a sneaky one), which backs up to a public path which was perfect for a morning walk. If I find myself traveling through the DC area again, I'll be staying here if it's available..
met our needs for the trip. very clean inside. beds comfortable. Considered going on trail behind property but too many weeds to get to it. otherwise would stay again.
Perfect property for our family getaway! The house is cozy, clean, and comfortable. It is well located, and we were glad to have parking. Quiet neighborhood, near metro and major interchange. Coffee and shopping just a short drive away. Fun to have a game room. Plenty of room to spread out too. Would definitely stay here again. (very picky suggestion - bedside lamps would be a nice addition to your great property)
Two moms and teens visiting DC staying in a place that was so clean and every detail thought of!
It was a max 20 min Uber ride anywhere we went on a charming street. Super safe and quiet.
Bonus touches: Lavazza coffee bar and white noise machine, both of which I purchased upon coming home to Denver!
Host was so easy to work with and the arcade room was aces!
Thank you for having us!
I rented the Gathering so that my family and I could visit DC to celebrate my son’s birthday. The place was exactly as described. The water bottles and snacks was a nice touch. My kids enjoyed the games in the basement, that provided hours of entertainment.
The location was great, just a short 20 minute drive to DC and less than 10 minutes from National Harbor.
Was not what we were expecting but was still nice and clean. It is actually a duplex and space is much smaller than what you are lead to believe by pics.
This property was what we needed for our large family to trip to the DC area. Kevin was great at communicating just before and during our trip, and we enjoyed having a back deck. The basement, master bedroom, and eating area were all smaller than expected, but it was very nice to have enough spaces for sleeping our teens and to have two full bathrooms in this price range. We liked walking along the greenspace behind the condo just for exercise but also when we went to the Metro.
We used this place as home base. Enjoyed leisurely breakfast in the morning before sightseeing in VA/DC for the day and came back to a clean, comfortable place for evening dinners and family fun / relax time.
+Really great little place that's close to the metro to get to the city
+Back porch was nice to enjoy the summer evenings
+Game room was fun!
+House manual PDF was really handy for planning our stay
-Shower downstairs was out of order so that made it tricky for party of 5
-Backyard needed the lawn mowed. It would have been great to play some cornhole. Next time!
Great house to stay with your family. We’re a family of 4 with guy/girl teens. The basement living area was perfect for our son. The neighborhood is quaint and the folks we saw out and about around there were super friendly! The Huntington Metro stop is a short ride from the airport. The walk to the house is about 10 mins, but if you have large luggage like we did, maybe a few mins more. Communicating with Kevin is very easy, and even an FYI while at the house I sent over was replied to within hours. We did a Walmart delivery order to the house for some food supplies while there since we did not utilize a car. I always bring laundry supplies when we travel, but if you do plan on doing any laundry while staying here, add that to your delivery order or bring your own. There is car parking if you bring one. Kreurig machine for coffee is there for use.
It may seem far from all of the action in DC, but if you are a traveling family, it really is a great haven to rest. The Metro is a fun ride and you are in the middle of everything with a short ride on it.
Kevin was quick to communicate and check in was easy. Coordination of a lost item also worked effortlessly
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Stayed 2 nights in May 2023
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4/10 Poor
Terri H.
24 Jun 2025
Liked: Communication
Disliked: Check-in, listing accuracy
Not quite as expected
I would like to be more positive but this has not been a good experience. I cannot recommend this home.1. The host neglected to send me home access info until I requested it, 4 hours prior to arrival.2. We stopped for groceries before we arrived, when I opened the refrigerator to put away our food, it looked clean but there was a terrible odor. One of the vegetable drawers had a lot of water that had collected. Once we emptied that it got better.3. The beds and bedrooms looked as the online presentation showed, but one towel and wash cloth per bed didn’t quite cover our group.4. Hall light was strobing, and several light bulbs were missing or not working.5. 1st night it became clear that the mattress on queen bed (master?) was a nightmare. My husband and I had to take turns sleeping. The mattress was completely broken down in the center with a serious slope. It needs replacing and was totally unacceptable. There was a pull out bed in the basement but we could not locate the sheets.6. Put all our dishes in the dishwasher, ran it on day 2. We were touring the city so not there to supervise that it was actually running. Returned to find it had run but the dishes were not even close to clean. I ran it again thinking something was stuck, when I pulled out the bottom rack it kept going onto the floor & broke a plate. No dish towels/rag/sponge7. I texted with the host, told him our concerns. He said he could not help mattress but sent towels/sheets/rags/