Aaron Shipman House

Built in 1887, this Victorian Home features original wood paneling, stained glass windows, antique chandeliers, and a Victorian-style lattice porch. Furnishings include art nouveau posters, and Victorian antiques. This home has been featured on the Logan Circle Victorian Christmas House Tour and was also written up in several magazines. "The Washington Post" described the property as one of Washington's nicest. It was part of "Christmas at the Smithsonian" and is highly decorated during the holiday season. The National Trust also used the house for a Preservation Week Poster for Historic Preservation. Rated "Highest Quality" and "Best Value" by Frommer's Washington D.C. Guidebook and is included in 101 Great Choices - Washington by Jan Aaron. The house was also used in the filming of a television show for its Victorian interiors. The house features central air conditioning, color televisions and telephone in each room, player piano, antiques and beautiful garden. There are six guest rooms; one room has an antique queen-sized bed, decorative fireplace and a two person Jacuzzi. One room has a queen bed, working fireplace and a private bath. Two rooms have one queen bed and a private bath. One room has a queen bed and a private hall bath and there is also a very small room with a full-sized bed and a private hall bath. A fully equipped one-bedroom apartment is also available for family groups. The apartment also available for monthly stays.

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Location

  • Location is best described as:
    • 10 blocks from White House
    • 12 blocks north of National Mall
    • 4 blocks to the Metro, Green line Cardozo Station
    • 6 blocks from Dupont Circle
    • 6 blocks to the Metro, 1 blocks from bus
    • 6 blocks to the Washington Convention Center
    • Airport
    • City
    • Downtown
  • Nearest major city: Alexandria, VA (10 miles South)
  • Directions to property:
    The property is located at 13th & Q Streets, NW, but they do not accept walk in reservations and actual address is provided with confirmed reservation.
  • Nearest major airport: Washington DC, DC (DCA-Ronald Reagan National) 5 miles
  • Directions from airport:
    Detailed driving directions are given when a reservations is placed.

Room Rates (USD American Dollars)

All occupancy rates are subject to change
  • State and local taxes may apply
  • Accommodations: Rooms
  • There are 6 guest accommodations (6 with private baths)
  • Single occupancy rate is between $ 95.00 and $ 195.00
  • Double occupancy rate is between $ 105.00 and $ 265.00
  • The rate for each additional person is between $ 10.00 and $ 25.00
  • Other Accommodations: Apartment
    There is also a fully equipped one bedroom apartment with a queen bed in the bedroom and a queen sleeper sofa in the living room. The fully equipped kitchen has a microwave, stove, refrigerator and dishwasher and all dishes, utensils and pots and pans. Linens and towels are also provided The apartment features a working fireplace, color TV with cable, vcr, phone with answering machine, washer and dryer and a small patio.

    Rates, Availability and online Reservations available on our website- Click the link above.

Amenities

In Room
  • Air conditioning
  • Alarm clock
  • Bath robes
  • Coffee/Tea facilities
  • Data port
  • Desk
  • Fireplace
  • Hairdryer
  • Hot tub/whirlpool tub
  • Internet Service
  • Ironing Board
  • Library
  • Microwave
  • Private entrance
  • Radio
  • TV
  • Telephone
  • VCR
  • On Site
  • BBQ grill
  • Board games
  • Piano
  • Washer/dryer
  • Wedding Facilities
  • Other Amenitites
  • Off Street Parking
  • Fenced in yard
  • Close to Museums, Monuments, Restaurants
  • Victorian Porch
  • Close to the Washington Convention Center
  • Working fireplaces
  • Meals

    • A Hot cooked breakfast is included with room rate
    • Breakfast is served from: 8am wkdays, 9 am wkends
    • Breakfast is served in the Dining Room
    • Our signature dish is German Pancakes
      Light fruit filled baked pancake. Served with fresh maple syrup or homemade orange syrup.

    Policies

    • Minimum stay required (2nt min, 3nt on holidays & spec events, 1nt possible if fits or last minute)
    • Smoking is not allowed (Smoking not permitted in the house, but can smoke in garden)
    • We cannot accommodate guest pets
    • Children are welcome (Hosts love children & have many toys, portable crib.)
    • Limitations on childcare (Hosts will babysit if arranged in advance)
    • Deposit amount required (A $25 non refundable deposit is required for resevation made more than 2 weeks prior to arrival. Reservations made less than 2 weeks prior to arrival, must be paid in full at the time of reservaiton.)
    • Check in time is Noon-4 / 6-10pm and Check out time is 11am
    • Cancellations:
      Cancellations must be made at least 2 weeks prior to arrival and forfit the deposit. Any cancellation make less than 2 weeks prior to arrival can be refunded only for nights able to be resold.
    • Accepted by the following agencies:
      • Bed and Breakfast Accommodations, Ltd.
      • Professional Association of Inkeepers International
      • Washington Convention and Tourism Corporation
      • Chamber of Commerce

    Innkeepers

    • Innkeeper(s): Steve or Kathy or Alan for Reservations
      Charles Reed is a former Fulbright Fellow and law clerk to Supreme Court Justic Tom Clark and is a partner in an international law firm. His wife, Jackie is an avid antique collector and is involved in real estate development. They enjoy bicycling, antiquing, taking classes at the Smithsonian and traveling.
    • The innkeepers speak: English, French, Spanish

    Area Attractions

    Antique Shopping, Aquarium, Art Galleries, Concert venue, Gourmet/Fine Dining, Historical interests, Movie Theater, Museum, National/State parks, Georgetown Historic District, Smithsonian Institution, MCI center/Washington Convention Center, National Monuments, Arlington National Cemetary, White House, Outlet Stores, Performing Theater, Picnic area, Religious Services, Zoo

    Onsite or Nearby Activities

    Bicycle rental, Bicycle riding trails, Boating, Canoeing, Fishing, Golfing, Hiking trails, Horseback riding, Summer Concerts, Kennedy Center for preforming Arts, Professional Sports Teams, White House, US Capitol, Folk Life Festival, Smithsonian Museums and Monuments, Sailing, Shopping, Sight-seeing, Swimming, Tennis courts

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    Contact Information


    Aaron Shipman House Bed and Breakfast
    Aaron Shipman House
    Q Street, NW near 13th Street
    P. O. Box 12011
    Washington DC 20009
    USA
    Phone: +1-202-328-3510
    Fax: +1-413-582-9669
    Toll-free: +1-877-893-3233
    Innkeeper(s)
    Steve or Kathy or Alan for Reservations
    Rates:
    $95 - $265

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    The entry foyer greets guests with the sweeping carved staircase. The first floor living room (main photo) features 15-foot ceilings with plaster perimeter moldings, and center chandelier medallion. The hand carved woodwork includes the bay window trim, paneled pocket doors and fireplace mantel and mirror. The room is comfortably furnished with modern sofas, antiques and a player baby grand piano. This room makes a perfect place to relax after a long day of sightseeing or business conference.Each guest room is individually decorated. Most rooms are furnished with queen sized beds, all rooms include private bath. A hot cooked breakfast is served each morning, family style at our dining room table. Rooms include complimentary wireless Internet access. Off street parking can be reserved for a small fee of $12 per night
    We have 6 individually decorated guest rooms, all with private bath. This room is located on the third floor and features a queen sized bed, decorative fireplace and private bath with  2 person Jacuzzi and shower. The home is centrally air-conditioned and heated for year round comfort. Wireless Internet and a hot cooked breakfast, served daily at 8am weekdays and 9am weekends are included. For the budget traveler, the Aaron Shipman House has a very small guest room with a double sized antique Wrought Iron bed. This room offers a private hall. Perfect for a single traveler, or a party of 2 in a pinch. All guest rooms have a phone extension, and color television as well.
    We have 6 individually decorated guest rooms, all with private bath. This room is located on the 3rd floor and features a queen sized bed, and private full bath. The home is centrally air-conditioned and heated for year round comfort. Wireless Internet and a hot cooked breakfast, served daily at 8am weekdays and 9am weekends are included. In addition to the 6 B&B rooms, we also have a private entranced, furnished apartment. This is a 1 bedroom unit furnished with a queen bed. The large living room has a queen sized sleeper sofa, writing desk, dining area in the front bay window and fully equipped galley style kitchen. A full bath, laundry facilities, wireless Internet and 52" TV with cable ensure a home away from home environment whether you are here for a few days, or a week.
    The main floor living room features 15-foot ceilings with plaster perimeter moldings, and center chandelier medallion. The hand carved woodwork includes the bay window trim, paneled pocket doors and fireplace mantel and mirror. The room is comfortably furnished with modern sofas, antiques and a player baby grand piano. This room makes a perfect place to relax after a long day of sightseeing or business conference.During the warmer months, in addition to the common rooms inside the house, we have a comfortable covered porch, patio and English garden, open for guests to relax and enjoy.
    In addition to the 6 B&B rooms, we also have a private entranced, furnished apartment. This is a 1 bedroom unit furnished with a queen bed. The large living room has a queen sized sleeper sofa, writing desk, dining area in the front bay window and fully equipped galley style kitchen. A full bath, laundry facilities, wireless Internet and 52" TV with cable ensure a home away from home environment whether you are here for a few days, or a week.

    Features

    Property Noted For:
    • 10 blocks North of the White House
    • 12 blocks North of the Smithsonian, Monuments
    • 6 blocks East of Dupont Circle
    • 6 blocks to the Washington Convention Center
    • Major bus lines to Georgtown & Mall 1 block away
    • Metro access is 4 blocks
    • Antiques/decor
    • Business travel
    • Economical rates
    • Family Travel
    • Fitness
    • Gay / Lesbian Travel
    • Honeymoons
    • Peaceful getaway
    • Romantic escape
    • Weddings

    Type:
    • Historic Bed and Breakfast
    • Bed and Breakfast
    • Homestay Bed and Breakfast
    • Private Home Bed and Breakfast

    Details:
    • Architectural style is Victorian
    • Built in 1887
    • Opened for business in 1984
    • Restored / Remodeled in 1995
    • Listed on the National Register of Historic Places
    • Parking is limited (Reserved off street parking available, extra fee)