Place, Rachel M. Schlesinger Concert Hall & Arts Center
14 min walk
Signature Theatre
Place, Signature Theatre
4 min drive
Washington, DC (IAD-Washington Dulles Intl.)
Airport, Washington, DC (IAD-Washington Dulles Intl.)
28 min drive
Room options
About the neighborhood
Alexandria
Located in Baileys Crossroads, this vacation home is within a 10-minute drive of popular attractions such as Washington Monument and National Museum of African American History and Culture. The vacation home includes a kitchen, a patio, and a refrigerator.
Rachel M. Schlesinger Concert Hall & Arts Center - 14 min walk - 0.8 miles
Shirlington Dog Park - 4 min drive - 2.0 miles
Signature Theatre - 4 min drive - 2.4 miles
Fort Ward - 5 min drive - 2.2 miles
Getting around
Pentagon Transit Center Station - 8 min drive
Alexandria Station - 10 min drive
Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport (DCA) - 21 min drive
Restaurants
Babylon Futbol Cafe - 9 min walk
McDonald's - 8 min walk
Chipotle Mexican Grill - 9 min walk
Wendy's - 11 min walk
Olive Garden - 9 min walk
About this property
Entire place
You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.
Shanti/Peace Home & Garden
The Shanti Home & Garden is a beautiful, cozy gem tucked in a leafy neighborhood. You will be pleasantly surprised at how peaceful it is, despite being conveniently close (15-25 minutes) to the major attractions across Washington DC, Arlington, Alexandria, and National Harbor. Restaurants, cafes, stores, gyms, trails, grocery, bus stops, and Capital Bikeshare are within walking distance. It is perfect for your getaway, family/friends vacation, staycation, business trip, and remote working.
The Home: Nestled in a garden, the Shanti Home welcomes you with abundant charm and sunlight. It has split-level layout with 2 separate living rooms decorated with unique, eclectic arts and crafts curated from different corners of the world.
-1st level has a living room equipped with a Smart TV for your entertainment. Also located on the 1st floor are a full bathroom and a laundry room. -2nd level (half flight of stairs from 1st level) has another living room, dining area, and full kitchen. -3rd level (half flight of stairs from 2nd level) has 3 bedrooms and another full bathroom.
There is a private driveway for parking.
The Garden: Nature lovers rejoice! The garden provides fresh air, tranquility, and complete privacy. A safe habitat to birds, bunnies, chipmunks, and squirrels, this garden has evergreen trees.
You will find 2 climbing rose plants here whose parent plant survived Hurricane Katrina in Louisiana. Marigolds that originated from Nelson Mandela’s house garden in South Africa bloom in summer. At the back corner of this garden, there is a Bamboo grove with prayer flags from the Himalayas of Nepal—an ideal spot to relax, meditate, and/or reflect.
During the day, you can sunbathe, picnic under the Cherry and Japanese Maple trees, and nap in the hammocks. As night falls and stars appear, the patio string lights create a warm and dreamy ambience for you to relish in.
The vacation home is air-conditioned and features a kitchen, 2 bathrooms, and a patio, and there's space to spread out with 3 bedrooms. Guests can enjoy a Smart TV and stay connected with free WiFi. Other standard amenities include a washing machine, a coffee maker, and a safe.
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)
General
Composting
Garden
Recycling
Policies
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
Check-out instructions
The host requires you complete the following before checking out:
Turn off the lights and lock the doors
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.
Pets
This property doesn't allow pets
Children and extra beds
Children allowed: ages 0-17
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
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
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
Details about charges, deposits, or other important information:
This property is managed by a private host, not a professional engaged in trade or business.
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary depending on the property's policy.
A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges, as well as a government-issued photo ID, may be required at check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in and can't be guaranteed. Certain requests may come with additional charges.
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited.
Onsite safety features include a carbon monoxide detector and a smoke detector.
Frequently asked questions
What's there to do near this vacation home?
This vacation home is situated in Baileys Crossroads, close to White House, National Mall, and Smithsonian Institution. You'll also find Fort Myer and Eden Center within a short drive.
Is this vacation home next to a casino?
No, this vacation home is not connected to a casino.
Will I find an indoor pool at this vacation home?
No, there is no indoor pool at this vacation home.
Does this vacation home include breakfast service?
No, this vacation home doesn't offer breakfast.
Will this vacation home allow pets to stay for free?
No, pets aren't allowed at this vacation home.
What is the closest airport to this vacation home?
The closest major airport to this vacation home is Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport (DCA), which is 9.4 mi away (21 minutes by car). Another top airport is College Park, MD (CGS), which is located 22.1 mi away (52-minute drive).
Shanti/Peace Home & Garden Reviews
Reviews
10
Exceptional
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 2 out of 2 reviews
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10/10
Cleanliness
Reviews
10/10 Excellent
Molly W.
Apr 2, 2026
Liked: Cleanliness
The house was great! The layout was perfect for our family. It was like staying at a friends place, with all of the blankets, pillows, towels, toilet paper, napkins, and paper towels that you needed. The backyard was like a little oasis. The location was great. Easy to get to the metro, old town, and zoo. A 5 star experience!
Molly W.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2026
10/10 Excellent
Jeffrey B.
Apr 19, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness
Lovely home away from home
This is one of the best places in which we’ve ever stayed. The bedrooms were all comfortable and main spaces well appointed. One of my pet peeves when staying at a property is not enough seating for the number of guests. This property had ample seating around the dining table as well as the living areas. The cleanliness was excellent. The hosts definitely raised the bar by providing snacks, plenty of towels, and higher quality bathroom supplies. We appreciated not having a huge list of “to dos” for checkout.The outdoor space was extra lovely. We were lucky enough to be there while the wisteria was in bloom and the smell was intoxicating and relaxing. We were in town for a funeral at Arlington National Cemetery and this home definitely reflected its name. It brought us peace and much needed family time.