You'll find this cosy studio flat in Alexandria's hip Del Ray neighbourhood, nestled on the outskirts of Washington DC. Hand-painted murals and independent shops line the streets while lively restaurants and bars overflow with locals grabbing a post-work meal. Downtown DC is just a fifteen-minute drive away or save yourself the headache of city traffic and hop on the metro at Braddock Road station instead. It's a twenty-minute walk away, but the Blue and Yellow lines hit all the major sites – including Arlington National Cemetary, the Smithsonian, the White House and The National Archives, just to name a few. Back at home, rest legs weary from exploring on the comfortable sofa, followed by a glass of wine and a delicious meal whipped up in the fully-stocked kitchen. Unwind while a film or TV show streams on the Chromecast before nodding off in the plush memory foam bed. The design is simple but inviting, with contemporary furniture and interesting art prints. Your hosts have all staples covered with the communal essentials closet – it's stocked with plenty of household basics like shampoo, laundry pods and even earplugs, so you'll never have to worry about running out.

Additional fees

• There may be some extra fees to pay here, such as charges for utilities, final cleaning fees, city tax and security deposits – all of which you may need to pay in cash to the homeowner. Please reach out during the booking process to confirm.

Additional fees subject to a 3.5% handling charge.