European Guesthouse, Kensington, Md. Holiday Rentals

Description for B&B:

Experience the warm hospitality of your European hostess, a former World Bank economist, as she invites you into her charming Cape Cod home. Located just 25 minutes from the White House and the US Capitol, this home offers modern comforts such as central air conditioning, heating, WIFI, a sun terrace, and a delightful garden with a spacious private pool.

Indulge in the luxury of the PENTHOUSE suite on the top floor, boasting wooden floors, a private bathroom, and a generous bedroom adorned with built-in bookcases, a built-in desk, and two small closets. From this elevated vantage point, you can enjoy a picturesque view of the pool and the neighboring gardens.

The MAIN LEVEL of the home showcases a grand dining room/living room combination, complete with a terrace leading to the backyard. The country-style kitchen is fully equipped with a dishwasher, gas range, microwave, food processor, coffee maker, and a large fridge, ensuring your culinary needs are met.

Nestled in a lush, leafy 1950s-style neighborhood, this home offers convenient access to major roads and public transportation. A mere 10-15 minute walk will take you to the MARC train, which effortlessly transports you to the US Capitol and the White House within 25 minutes (just 4 stops). Additionally, Beach Drive, a scenic road through forests and parklands, is a mere 5-minute drive away, leading you to downtown DC in approximately 20-30 minutes (please be cautious of deer crossing!). The home is also within walking distance of two metro stations on the red line, as well as several metro buses that provide easy access to downtown Washington DC and Bethesda.

Should you choose to stay within the neighborhood, you can unwind and relax in the private oasis of the pool, just moments away from the capital of the world. Alternatively, explore Antique Row in old-town Kensington, located just a 10-minute walk from the home. Enjoy a delightful meal at one of the charming restaurants in the area, partake in a rejuvenating jog or bike ride along Beach Drive, or visit the stunning Mormon Temple at Beach Drive & Stoneybrook, a mere 5-minute drive or 15-minute walk away.

In summary, there is an abundance of activities to enjoy within and around the home, ensuring that boredom is never a concern.