We rented the lower level apartment for 5 nights in November 2009…read more Full kitchen, which we only used for making coffee. Great location, about 3 blocks from the northern escalator at Du Pont Circle. Plenty of room to spread out, it was just my wife and I but 6 could get cozy in here and 4 could be comfortable. TV, free wireless internet, excellent location and a pleasant hostess. The basement apartment is self sufficient, so we did not have the "bed and breakfast" experience of sharing, but that's OK for us.. We had our own full bath, our own exterior entrance, etc. Rates vary, but this was such a better deal than any hotel room, how can you go wrong?

We found the Ivy Mansion through a Groupon deal and stayed here for 2 nights. It's a really cute…read morebuilding that's walking distance to the Dupont Circle metro station, as well as plenty of restaurants and shops. Our host, Dana, was very friendly and, since our sight-seeing plans were kind of up-in-the-air, gave us lots of good advice on places to go and things to see. The room was really cute and clean. The bed was amazingly comfortable -- one of those adjustable tempurpedic mattresses. I'm not sure if every room has one or if it was just our room, but it sure made it hard to want to get out of bed. There is free wi-fi and continental breakfast downstairs in the morning. This place is a great alternative to the pricey hotels around DC -- it has a private, relaxing feel and yet is close enough to the Metro that it is also pretty convenient. We would definitely stay here again.

beautiful place. amazing breakfast. kayaking was perfect. has everything you need. the aroma of…read morelamenting the room and in the fields were a beautiful surprise

Top notch bed and breakfast! Great for dog lovers as there are 3 dogs on the property to welcome…read moreyou and take you for a walk! The property is gorgeous with both a pond and a dock on the water. Blue heron make their home at both areas of water.

We just stayed at the Stone Manor Inn ("SMI") this past weekend and had a lovely time. We were in…read moretown for a family reunion and hosted a dinner party at SMI one evening that was among the highlights of the family weekend. Manisha and Prashsant, owners of Stone Manor Inn, were personally involved in making sure all went smoothly with our cocktail and dinner party, and it most certainly did! SMI is a lovely old country inn on 14 acres, I believe, with a number of different venues (indoors and out) for meetings, parties, and weddings. The rooms (7 in total) were eclectic, in a good way. All four of their largest rooms that we occupied were spacious, with king beds and spa tubs with separate showers. All were well maintained and clean upon check-in. We had no complaints. I'm not sure when we will return to the area, but when we do, we will not hesitate to return!

Fantastic Inn, fantastic location - nice and quiet, expansive, plenty of room to walk and enjoy,…read moregorgeous rooms and accommodations. The food is absolutely top-notch. I've not had such excellent Indian food (the menu the particular night we stayed) in a very long time, and I love Indian food. The hosts and service are fantastic as well; very personable, friendly, easygoing, and attentive.

My wife and I stayed at The Oaks Bed & Breakfast Annapolis and had a wonderful time. The room was…read morehuge and included a private bath that was outfitted with amenities to make our stay luxurious. We were there for a special event hosted in the spacious yard with a band, cigar vendor, and a bar. We thoroughly enjoyed ourselves and woke up to a delicious home-cooked breakfast. Bonus: The property is merely 25 yards from the Annapolis waterfront with all its history, boutiques, shops, and restaurants. We definitely will be back. Raymond & Lisa Hankins Washington, DC

My wife and I just stayed at the Oaks for two nights. The owners are extremely welcoming, helpful,…read moreand friendly. The room was really nice, beautifully decorated and clean. The Breakfast was epic. It was the best breakfast I've ever had at a BNB. This is the place to stay in the Maryland/DC area

I got the fried chicken. However, I thought this place was à la carte and I got broccoli too so…read morethen it ended up being too much food. The chicken came with string beans that had a little pieces of meat and also mashed potatoes which were super good. The butter they serve with the free bread is super different and awesome. I loved it. Not quite sure what they did to it. My coworker got a steak medium well, but it came out pretty underdone. Luckily, they took it back and cooked it a little more. Although I will say all you people do well done steaks there is another way. I used to get well done too. I understand where you're coming from but there's nothing like a medium rare. We ordered an appetizer at the beginning. Hush puppies never arrived. Which was fine didn't need them by the end. They had a live band there which is why we went there in the first place. However, it's first come first seat and the band is in the front so we ended up sitting too far back to actually hear the band and by the time we got up there and the band was going all the seats were taken, and there's nowhere to really stand so we just left. The art is very modern, but most of the decor seems pretty old and I felt like it didn't mesh well . Overall, pretty good place I think it would be cool to stay there one day since the other side isn't inn.

Six of us decided to have brunch here…read more A delightful old facility with a very cool main floor meeting area and dining. We were served at an upper level, and anyone who likes to drink a lot might be persuaded to eat at the lower level where the bathroom was. There is an "office" there that has terrible signs touting locally-made potato chips, T-shirts, and other gifts. I hope they're not relying on these as an income stream. Very nice server... with too many to wait on our floor. Service was a bit slow, but you have to accept this as par -- anywhere you go. No worries. I had the Eggs Benedict, a Boozy Hot Chocolate, and the highly-acclaimed "Donut." The eggs were very good, but the potatoes bites were soggy... might have been cooked a minute or two more. The Boozy Hot Chocolate seemed far more chocolate than anything else. Live, and learn. The "Donut" was good, but wasn't what I'd expected. It was more the consistency of French toast, very doughy, and served with whipped cream. The fact that I didn't care for it didn't mean that it's bad. The only thing I'd change in my experience was that I tried unsuccessfully to flag down our server to bring some coffee to me. We ran out of time before the check came (as 5 of the 6 had to go back to work -- yes, on a Sunday) Still, the menu looked interesting and I'd probably come back -- but probably at an off-peak time.

Top notch stay and honestly reasonable prices when you factor in the extensive gourmet buffet…read morebreakfast included with room. Plus 24/7 coffee & tea station with chocolates. And the entire first floor is all shared common spaces that made me feel like a super fancy old-timey aristocrat lounging around without a care in the world... which is pretty tough to achieve given it's the year 2025 in DC! Highly recommend for a special trip or staycation.

AMAZING EXPERIENCE! originally reserved room 6 for one night but when i needed to stay in town an…read moreextra night, the staff arranged for me to move to room 10. both rooms are perfect. 10 isn't a room so much as a suite. in 6, there's gorgeous gothic windows, a peaked roof, and the bathroom is in a turret (the tub is gilded). room 10...i have no words. it's beautiful. it has a private entrance. the staff was beyond kind and helpful, the B&B is in a great location, and the other guests were even lovely. i will stay here over and over.

I booked this historic B & B just for convenience for a conference, but it ended up being a…read morehighlight of my three days in DC. What an historic gem, and such lovely staff! The mattress was so comfortable, and the air conditioning was just perfect in this fresh, clean B & B, despite the 100 degree temperatures outside. I also loved the fact that only registered guests were allowed in with their assigned door code. It made me feel very safe as a single female traveler. This is within easy walking distance of my favorite restaurants in Dupont Circle and Adams Morgan.

Clean, adorable, historic, lovely host, and wonderful breakfast tailored to our dietary needs. Who…read morecould ask for more? We will stay here again when we return to DC. We could walk to nearby attractions, parked close, nice restaurants in the area, short drive to get to The Smithsonian.

Mariby's home and her presence are extraordinary! The combination of comfort with hospitality and a…read moresense of luxury are beyond compare! This was an unexpected find when the cost of National Harbor hotels were just unreasonable. How lucky for me! If you are looking for a hostess that with the perfect balance of giving space and social interaction, pampering and independence Madly Giving is the place to be. Her "continental" breakfast offers homemade biscuits and waffles and more! She can cook! Yum yum Never been to any place like it. Hidden gem.

I have had the absolute pleasure of dining several times and partaking in absolutely delectable…read morebrunches and private brunches with friends, colleagues, and also with my two granddaughters. Each experience always tops the last one - I don't know where we go from here. Mariby's exquisite detail in everything is part of her aura. She welcomes you with open arms, a quick story, amazing art, and always a collection of friends and new friends who make life sooo much better. If you have not had her delicacies, especially the slap biscuits - then you have not lived. Go now. Reserve a date. Spend the night. Your life will thank you. Valerie L. McDowell Satisfied, Full and Happy

Another amazing experience at the Goodstone Inn is worth sharing. We couldn't wait to return to the…read moreinn after our last memorable visit, and we are so happy we did! We're spending a few days here for a cozy, romantic anniversary getaway. We had visited the inn several times, but our last visit, seven months ago, was different. I just had to write a review about an amazing young woman named Saxton, who made such an impression on us. It was her very first week working at the inn. I could tell she was going through some struggles in her personal life, but despite whatever challenges she was facing, she gave everything she had to making sure her guests had a wonderful experience. Her kindness, determination, and genuine desire to do her very best were impossible not to notice. I remember thinking there was something really special about her and that she needed to be recognized for being an extraordinary woman. I had no idea that taking a few minutes to recognize someone for the wonderful job they were doing could have such an impact on their life. When we returned this week, something happened that brought me to tears. During dinner, I saw Saxton again, and she was doing what she does best! There was a wobbly table, and she was determined to fix it. She literally had to get down on the floor and sit there to accomplish that goal, and she did just that! She wasn't going to walk away until the table was steady. That's the kind of person she is. You can tell she takes pride in what she does, even the smallest details. I saw her look up with a big smile, as if she recognized me. As we were leaving, Jessica, the lovely young woman who checked us into the inn, told me that Saxton had recognized me and wondered if I was the lady who had written the review. I said yes and asked if I could see her to say hello. When I saw Saxton, she gave me the biggest hug and told me that my review had literally changed her life! Apparently, it brought her hard work and dedication into the spotlight, and management took notice. She was finally being recognized for the effort and heart she had been putting into her work from the very beginning. But what makes me even prouder is that Saxton didn't stop there. She took that recognition and continued to build on it. Her determination, dedication, and ability to connect with people have only grown stronger. She kept showing up, giving her best, and proving herself through her actions. Now, just seven months later, she's being considered for restaurant manager! Yes, the same woman that sat on the floor to accomplish her goal of fixing that table. I may have helped bring attention to her hard work, but Saxton is the one who earned every bit of the recognition and opportunity that followed. What touched me just as much was seeing the light in her eyes that I hadn't seen seven months ago. I cannot begin to tell you how much that meant to me. It brought me to tears. I was so proud of her! She deserves every bit of that recognition. And now I also have to tell you about Jessica, another extraordinary woman in her own way. From the moment she checked us in, she was so warm and welcoming. She even went out of her way to personally escort us to our cottage, even though her shift was over and she was leaving. That was when we discovered that we share a love for birds. The next morning, when we returned to the restaurant, we saw that Jessica had left us her personal Birds of Virginia book to borrow, along with a map she had taken the time to mark with the places where she had seen some of her favorite birds. She was genuinely excited to share something she loves with us, and I thought that was just the sweetest thing. She didn't have to do any of that. She simply wanted to share her excitement and help us experience something special. I was so touched by her thoughtfulness. Lastly, let's talk about the food! Once again, it was absolutely extraordinary! Every meal has been wonderful, and the entire experience has made our anniversary getaway everything we could have hoped for and more. What makes this inn so special isn't just the beautiful surroundings, the cozy accommodations, or the incredible food. It's the people. Saxton and Jessica are two remarkable young women who genuinely care about what they do and the people they encounter. You simply cannot teach that kind of kindness and dedication. It comes from the heart. I sincerely hope management recognizes and appreciates what they have in these two women. And Saxton, I want you to know how incredibly proud I am of you. Seeing you again, seeing that light in your eyes, and hearing about everything you've accomplished was such a gift to me. I hope you get that management position because you have certainly earned the opportunity! And when you do, there should be a celebration. I hope we get invited to honor your spirit. Thank you for making our anniversary so memorable. We couldn't have chosen a more perfect place to celebrate!

Had a very disappointing lunch at your restaurant recently. When your staff is setting up for a…read morewedding downstairs, I highly recommend not seating your guests in the balcony area. Listing to vacuuming, SLAMMING of the tables dropping to the ground and the young staff loudly shouting is not my idea of a upscale meal. Also, you might want to inform the ladies at the desks not to send guests downstairs to be seated when in fact the place is being set up for a wedding like mentioned above. Our waitress was mortified to say the least. Your food was fine. I don't think we will be back anytime soon.