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The Tidewater - Private Garden + Rare Parking

Holiday home in Alexandria with kitchen and patio

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Located in the heart of Old Town Alexandria, Notley Shaw house offers a warm and welcoming atmosphere. This historic 1872 home features exposed wood beams and wide plank pine flooring, along with modern comforts like fast internet and multiple SmartTVs. Unwind by the fire pit in your private garden patio or explore nearby shopping, dining, and historic landmarks.

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

3 bedrooms3 bathroomsSleeps 6

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Dryer
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Air-conditioning
  • Outdoor space
The current price is NZ$603
includes taxes & fees
1 Feb - 2 Feb

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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.

The Tidewater - Private Garden + Rare Parking

**Steps From Shopping/Dining - 2 Kings 1 Full - Private Garden - Free Parking** - Experience the historic Notley Shaw house in the heart of OldTown. Built in 1872, this home is full of history and character, displaying exposed wood beams and wide plank pine flooring. A fully outfitted gourmet kitchen featuring stainless steel appliances and coffee station. Two king beds and one full bed, 3 SmartTVs w/ Netflix. Unwind by the fire pit in your private garden patio. Free Parking in Old Town!!? Close proximity to shopping, dining, and historic landmarks make this home a true gem.

This historic 1872 home, with beautiful exposed wood beams and a mid-century modern aesthetic is all yours to enjoy. Located in the heart of Old Town Alexandria, this property is the epitome of charm and sophistication.

✶Walk✶ to coffee, ice-cream, restaurants, shopping and more.

✦ 2 levels, 3 bedrooms (3 beds), 2.5 baths
✦ 2 king beds, 1 full/double bed
✦ Residential parking pad for 2 vehicles, plus ample street parking
✦ Garden patio with a fire pit and dining table
✦ Multiple TVs with complimentary Netflix
✦ Complimentary coffee and accompaniments
✦ Fast internet
✦ Dedicated desk/workspace in master bedroom
✦ Seating for 6-8 at the dining table (service for 8-10)
✦ Centrally located to everything

What our guests love about our space:
-Professionally cleaned and sanitized
-Private garden patio with fire pit and dining area
-Easy self check-in
-Thoughtfully decorated with warm ambiance
-Secure residential driveway parking (2 vehicles)
-Blazing fast internet
-Centrally located to everything in OldTown Alexandria and just a few minutes from Washington DC
-2 king beds, 1 Full bed
-4k TVs
-Complimentary Netflix
-Complimentary coffee/tea
-Washer/dryer
-Alexandria shops, restaurants, and more are all just around the corner
-Walking distance to coffee, shopping, and wine
-Minutes from public transit
-10 mins from Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport

Some things to note about our space:
-Located just outside of one of the main arteries in Old Town. You may experience higher traffic volume during peak hours. You may also experience street noise while outside or near the front of the property.

-As with many historic Old Town homes dating back to the 1700s, you may notice slightly steeper stairs and floors with a gentle slope from centuries of settling. These quirks are part of the neighborhood’s historic charm and are common throughout local homes and shops. Rest assured, the home is well maintained, safe, and meets all standard safety requirements.

1st FLOOR
-Half bath/powder room
-Living room with fireplace, 4k TV, and bluetooth speaker table
-Kitchen with refrigerator, oven, range, microwave, dishwasher, coffee maker, toaster, blender, utensils, service for 8-10, wine glasses, coffee mugs, pots and pans, serving dishes
-Dining room with table and seating for 8
-Privately fenced garden patio with flagstone, outdoor seating and dining area with a fire pit.
-Residential parking pad: Space for two average sized vehicle.
-Washer and Dryer
-Ample reading material

2nd FLOOR
-Master Bedroom 1: *accessible through Bedroom 2*-- King bed, ensuite bath with tub/shower combo, closet, 4k TV, and dedicated workspace

-Bedroom 2: Full/double bed with ample reading material

-Bedroom 3: King bed, closet, 4k TV

-Bathroom 2: Full bath with shower/tub combo

The entire home and garden patio is at your disposal.

Hi there! We are Laurie and Collin. We own/operate Bower and Kip Properties, a local short-term rental property management company in Northern Virginia. Our goal is to provide the absolute best experience for our guests. We want you to feel welcome and comfortable throughout your stay with us. We look forward to hosting you and showing you all the DMV area has to offer. Are you an owner looking to have us manage your property? Feel free to send us an inquiry!

During your stay:
We are available to you anytime you need assistance via the platforms app. We try to make your stay as simple as possible. Should you need any assistance, please don't hesitate to reach out. Welcome to the Nation's Capital!

Alexandria - Heart of Old Town ⊹ Minutes from D.C ⊹ Minutes from The George Washington Masonic Memorial ⊹ George Washington's Mount Vernon ⊹ Fine Dining ⊹ Micro Breweries ⊹ Coffee Shops ⊹ Bakeries ⊹ Public Transit (VRE/Metro) ⊹ Shopping ⊹Alexandria Waterfront

This property is conveniently located with access to multiple forms of public transportation.

Dash Bus: DASH is a local bus service that is free to riders. It travels all over Alexandria, but will not take you into DC. You can hop on the Dash Bus just a few feet from the front door in both directions.

WMAT Bus: If you were to take a WMAT bus which travels around Northern VA and DC, you would have to either use your phone, acquire a smartrip card, or have exact change on the bus itself.

Metro: We are located less than ¾ of a mile from the King Street Metro Station and a little over a ½ mile to the Braddock Street Station. There is a bus stop near by for the free Alexandria city bus (Dash) that runs directly to the Metro stop. {Trains: Blue and Yellow Lines}. It would take you less than 3 mins by car and probably 10-15 mins to walk to Braddock Station if the weather was nice.

Amtrak: Amtrak provides interstate travel and also has a stop at King Street. If headed north, the next stop after King Street is Union Station in Washington DC. Please check their website for schedules and available stops.

King Street Trolley: You’re about 3 blocks to King street to pick up the Trolley. The King Street Trolley runs every 15 minutes between Alexandria City Hall/Market Square and the King St – Old Town Metrorail station from 11 a.m. to 11 p.m., seven days a week, including holidays.

**There are also ample Uber and Lyft rides in the area.

Please just let us know if you have any other questions.
Thanks!
Laurie and Collin

This home provides self check-in through a smart-lock located on the front entry door. A code will be provided to you after you book with us.

Please remember that you're staying in our home, not a hotel. Please treat the space and our neighbors with the same respect you would show your own home.

If any problems arise throughout your stay, we will do our best to assist you as soon as possible. However, there is no one living on site 24/7.

Please note that profiles with a lower review rating of 4 stars will not be allowed to book utilizing "instant booking." If for some reason the platform confirms your reservation, the reservation may be cancelled at the host's discretion. For guests with new profiles without reviews, these requests will be reviewed manually and are subject to screening before a reservation is confirmed.

CANCELLATION POLICY:
Cancellation policies vary by booking platform. For direct bookings and VRBO, credit card processing fees are non-refundable in cases where a full refund applies. Refer to the booking platform for full cancellation terms.

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in the house: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Blender
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Electric kettle
  • Hob
  • Ice maker
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Paper towels
  • Refrigerator
  • Spices
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 3 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 2.5 bathrooms
  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Fireplace
  • Living room
  • Separate dining area

Entertainment

  • Books
  • Games
  • Smart TV

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill
  • Firepit
  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Patio

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Work spaces

  • Desk
  • Desk chair

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • 2 steps to reach entrance
  • Area rugs in public areas
  • Hardwood flooring in public areas
  • Tile flooring in public areas
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Things to do

  • Bicycles

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)
  • Fire extinguisher

General

  • At least 80% lighting from LEDs
  • At least 80% of food locally-sourced
  • At least 80% organic food
  • Bicycles
  • Garden
  • Locally-owned and organised tours and activities
  • Recycling
  • Vegan dining options
  • Vegetarian dining options

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Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Minimum check-in age - 18

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

Pets

Pets not allowed

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
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

We should mention

This property does not have any lifts

Property is also known as

15475

About the area

Old Town West, a neighbourhood in Alexandria, is home to this holiday home. Union Station Shopping Center and Tysons Corner Center are worth checking out if shopping is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's popular attractions can visit Smithsonian Institution and National Air and Space Museum. Check out an event or a game at Capital One Arena, and consider making time for National Museum of Natural History, a top attraction not to be missed. Visit our Alexandria travel guide
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What's nearby

  • Alexandria Market House and City Hall
    Alexandria City Hall
    11 min walk - 1.0 km
  • Market Square and City Hall, in Old Town, Alexandria, Virginia.
    Market Square
    11 min walk - 1.0 km
  • Alexandria Black History Museum
    6 min walk - 0.6 km
  • The Spite House
    6 min walk - 0.6 km
  • Torpedo Factory Art Center
    13 min walk - 1.1 km

Getting around

  • Braddock Rd Station
    12 min walk
  • Alexandria Station
    16 min walk
  • Ronald Reagan National Airport (DCA)
    14 min drive

Restaurants

  • Tatte
    8 min walk
  • Hypergoat
    6 min walk
  • Starbucks
    5 min walk
  • Mount Purrnon Cat Café + Wine Bar
    6 min walk
  • Andy’s Pizza
    6 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is The Tidewater - Private Garden + Rare Parking pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much does it cost to stay at The Tidewater - Private Garden + Rare Parking?

As of 29 Jan 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at The Tidewater - Private Garden + Rare Parking on 1 Feb 2026 start from NZ$603.24, 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 The Tidewater - Private Garden + Rare Parking?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at The Tidewater - Private Garden + Rare Parking?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at The Tidewater - Private Garden + Rare Parking?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is The Tidewater - Private Garden + Rare Parking located?

Located in Old Town West, this holiday home is within 1 mile (2 km) of Torpedo Factory Art Center, Potomac River and George Washington Masonic National Memorial. United States Patent and Trademark Office Museum and Birchmere are also within 3 miles (5 km). Braddock Rd Station is 12 minutes by foot and King Street Station is 14 minutes.

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The Tidewater - Private Garden + Rare Parking Reviews

Reviews

Exceptional

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Rating 10 - Excellent. 34 out of 36 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 1 out of 36 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 36 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 36 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 36 reviews

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Cleanliness

10

Location

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Alan M.

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

Great location

Very enjoyable and great location.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

nancy c.

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

Great location

Very speedy communication with hosts. Location was key for our trip, and esp thankful for the parking pad at rear of property, so didn't have to worry about street parking spaces. Beds were super comfortable and place was very clean.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Trish T.

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

Alexandria

We very much enjoyed our stay. The hosts had taken care of every little thing to make our stay easy and comfy. The house was exceptionally clean, and the hosts were attentive and responsive.
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Nicole H.

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

Great location while in town for business

This worked great as a location for a coworker and I to stay while in town for business. Plenty of privacy between bedroom/bathrooms. Cute house in great Old Town location!
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Melanie F.

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

Great place!

The house was great! Enjoyed the decor and amenities. Everything was very clean, too. Location was great— Just a short walk to the downtown area.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Paul C.

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

Great place and Location

The house was wonderful. Very clean and had everything we needed. We loved the location and didn’t need to move the car to visit all of the great attractions in Old Town.
Stayed 1 night in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Robert B.

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

Old Town Stay

It was immaculate. Great location and responsive hosts.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Janet S.

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

Perfect spot for family seeing the sightd

Terrific home in a wonderful neighborhood. Very easy access to the metro for all that DC has to offer. Super cute home with absolutely everything we needed and great communication from the hosts. Would absolutely stay here again without even looking anywhere else!
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kendra P.

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

Family Trip to DC area

It was a wonderful property and perfect for our needs. Walking distance to everything in Alexandria! Everything was beyond easy from check in to check out. We made such amazing memories here. Thanks to the gracious hosts!!
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Lorri G.

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

Wedding weekend

The historic house was amazingly charming in a perfect location to old town and within walking distance of the waterfront and wonderful eating establishments. Collin and Laurie were very responsive with every question we had. Highly recommend!
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Haley M.

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

Loved our stay!

My family and I rented Collin and Laurie’s home for nearly a month, and we were very happy with our stay. The home was well equipped with everything we needed, even for an extended stay, and the beds were comfortable. The house was also incredibly centrally located - we rarely had to take the car out of the very convient parking spot out back. Collin and Laurie were also incredibly responsive and great hosts. Highly recommend!
Stayed 25 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Elizabeth K.

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

Old Town-DC visit

We loved the house! It has been refurbished beautifully. Loved the cozy feel of the back den. The house is conveniently located to so many places including King St., the metro, Trader Joes, etc. The amazing fan drowned out the traffic noise in the front bedroom, keeping the room quiet and cool. We'd definitely stay here again. Thank you Collin and Laurie!
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

John B.

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

Great stay!

Great location, walking distance to old town Alexandria. Super clean and well decorated with modern furnishings. Nice appliances in a well appointed kitchen. Beds were super comfy. Fast Wifi. Good water pressure and temperature. AC works great. Stairs to upper floor might be steep for those with mobility challenges, but otherwise OK. Didn’t use the backyard, but the grill and outdoor table are nice. A really nice stay in a great part of Alexandria.
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Leah L.

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

Perfect place in Old Town Alexandria!!

We brought our family of 5 for a vacation and loved this property as our home base. The property was very clean and the layout was great for our needs. The home itself was lovely and we enjoyed having space for family movie nights after a long day of museum hopping! It was wonderful to have a parking space, but we utilized the free Alexandria Trolley and Metro for our trips to downtown. The area itself is full of shops and fantastic restaurants, so there were plenty of family friendly food options for the kids. Overall, this was a wonderful family trip made better by this lovely home. Thanks to the hosts for opening this gem to us!! We would definitely stay here again!
Stayed 5 nights in Nov 2023

8/10 Good

Leslie M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location

Great location in Alexandria

The property is in a great location for staying in Alexandria. One is able to walk to restaurants and old town Alexandria. The only drawback to the location is that it is located on a busy street. The property owner/managers were very easy to communicate with, very helpful with additional information like parking and public transport and sincerely wanted to assist with our stay. Also, the property is not really 3 separate bedrooms. There is a double bed in a small room off the master bedroom, but it is really only suitable for 2 children that can share a bed. Also, it is off the master so the occupants of the master must walk through it to exit.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Stacey M.

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

5️⃣⭐️Clean & Yes it’s actually comfortable!!

We traveled up from SC for a quick two night getaway. We were greeted with a welcome note and a bottle of wine. Y’all the pictures don’t do it justice. Very comfortable for a family, keep in mind like many other row houses bedrooms are upstairs. A major plus for me was the king bed in MB, it’s a wonderful mattress. Not worn out! The MB which is top back room is large & has plenty of room for longer visits. The MB bed had sheets that felt better than any luxury sheets at a 5star hotel & extra (nice) pillows. Let me say this to all my FAN lovers. I had a “hallelujah” moment immediately when I saw the large tripod floor fan in the MB. The fan is heavy & blows!! It also has the best sound to sleep to. House was nice & cold when we arrived, the kitchen felt brand new. It was nicely stocked, had a wonderful stocked tea/coffee bar, Ice was stocked when we arrived, microwave is tucked underneath in cabinet, & a wonderful private fenced backyard which lead to private parking. We had plenty of room for our large four door Ram truck & another car if needed. Easy check in & the host was quick to respond to my question's about the neighborhood restaurants. I highly suggest, Tatte Bakery & Cafe. You won’t regret anything you pick to eat especially from the bakery & the GF menu is to die for!! It’s an easy walk to so many great places, cute stores, convenient stores & the local dining is some of the best in this area. We learn something new every time we visit. We’ll be back!!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Mary Kay H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Everything was great
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Gary W.

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

Fantastic oasis in the heart of Alexandria

What a wonderful space. We especially enjoyed the wonderful artwork and attention to detail on the decorating.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Bob R.

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

Excellent stay great location

House has a nice layout, and cool temp despite very hot days. Parked 2 cars in back & walked everywhere. Stocked with coffee and cream, but also a nice coffee/breakfast shop right down the street. Great value & very comfortable for our group of 5 adults.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Johnny W., Winston Salem

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

Great location, beautiful place, easy check in

Overall a great stay
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Joni W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We were looking for a convenient location and property that could accomodate my spouse and I and 2 adult children. This home worked well and was right in the heart of Old Town allowing us walking access to great restaurants and night life. It'e very eclectic in the decor that suited the home. Overall would recommend
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Denise W.

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

Excellent Stay in Alexandria-Notley Shaw House

Location is great; 10-minute walk to the Metro; Close to Old Town Alexandria; Many places to eat. The Hosts are excellent and communication was great. Had a wonderful time; highly recommend
Stayed 15 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

LaDonna M.

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

Great stay

Excellent hosts! So accommodating & responsive. Loved the property
Stayed 2 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Mike B.

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

Near everything!

The house is very nice and cozy! The kitchen had everything we needed and we had plenty of towels for the four of us which usually never happens. The wine was a nice bonus! We had a great time!
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Karen S.

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

DC Visit

Everything was perfect!
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023