In the heart of historical colonial Old Town Alexandria, This charming, well-maintained townhouse located in the hearth of colonial Old Town Alexandria, George Washington’s neighborhood is only a 10 min. drive to Washington's famed Mt. Vernon plantation along a beautiful stretch of the Potomac River. Twenty minutes of a local Metro ride to visit the best that DC offers including such iconic sites as the White House, U.S. Capitol & Congress, Supreme Court, National Galleries of Art, Library of Congress and Lincoln memorial to name a few. You will also arrive at the Smithsonian museums, public gardens and parks that are among the best in the US, and most are free! Kids and adults alike love the hundreds of interactive activities at the Air & Space, and Natural History museum. Visit the News museum and stroll through beautiful historic Georgetown. At the end of each day of touring, relax on your back deck and in ample living areas within the house. Or you may like to take a short walk to the Torpedo Factory (art galleries) and pier along the Old town waterfront (Potomac River) with plenty of restaurants offering a comfortable and friendly ambiance.