The William Lewis House 1309 R Street Washington District of Columbia 20009 USA http://www.wlewishous.com/ Phone: +1-202-462-7574

General Information

Welcome to the Bed & Breakfast at the William Lewis House.

Washington, DC's friendliest Gay Bed & Breakfast where everyone is welcomed and treated with dignity and respect. The William Lewis House offers ten beautifully furnished bedrooms in the Edwardian and Eastlake style, yet mindful of your comfort and convenience.

We are located near tourist and Gay attractions alike, with easy access by foot, automobile and subway. The relaxed atmosphere in the houses and courtyard will enhance your visit to the nation's capitol.

Each weekday morning enjoy a continental-style breakfast. On Saturday and Sunday mornings feast on a home-cooked breakfast.

You may easily make reservations on-line and receive a confirmation within minutes or call to make a reservation in person. We look forward to your stay in our home.

Room Rates (USD American Dollars)

• State and local taxes may apply
• Accommodations: Rooms
• There are 10 guest accommodations
• Single occupancy rate is between $ 84.00 and $ 164.00
• Double occupancy rate is between $ 94.00 and $ 174.00
• The rate for each additional person is $ 10.00

Amenities

Meals

• A Continental Plus breakfast is included with room rate
• Breakfast is served from: 7:00
• Breakfast is served in the Dining Room
• Additional food services included in room rate: Full Hot American Breakfast on weekends
• Our signature dish is A variety of homemade items
  Our weekday breakfasts always include homemade items made fresh that morning. These include one or more of the following each day: fresh berry muffins, fresh yeast bread for toast, cheesy quiche, Moravian Sugar Cake, fruit cobbler, coffee cake, and Southern Biscuits. All are homemade from old family recipes! Dave even makes the homemade jams and jellies. The Sour Cherry, Blackberry and Apricot are his favorites! The apricots are grown on-site!

Policies

• Minimum stay required (A two night minimum is required for weekends and high demand dates)
• Smoking is allowed outside only
• We cannot accommodate guest pets
• Accommodations are not suitable for children
• No childcare is provided
• Consumption of alcohol is permitted (We offer a free Happy Hour, Sat& Sun, 6:30 to 7:30)
• Deposit amount required (Reservations for more than one night require a 50% deposit. Reservations of only one night require one night's fee as a deposit.)
• Check in time is By appointment and Check out time is 11:am
• Cancellations:
  Guest Agrees to provide us with an accurate arrival time within 24 hours of arrival via email and agrees to print and bring confirmation with them. Reservations for more than one night require a 50% deposit. Reservations of only one night require one night's fee as a deposit. Reservations cancelled seven or more days prior to the scheduled arrival date will receive a full refund minus a cancellation fee. Cancellations or changes made less than seven days prior to the scheduled arrival date will not be refunded unless the space is re rented. Cancellations or changes made after 12:01 AM one day before scheduled arrival day and "no shows" will be charged for their entire reservation unless the space is re rented. A processing fee of $25 will be charged for cancellations or changes. Cancellations must be made via phone and Email.

Property Features

Property Details

• Architectural style is Victorian
• Built in 1877
• Opened for business in 1995
• Parking available (by reservation)

Location

• Location is best described as: Downtown
  
• Nearest major city: Washington, DC
• Directions to property:
  We are located near the intersection of 13 and R Street, Northwest on R Street. The William Lewis House is very conveniently located. It is an easy walk to 17th Street and Dupont Circle as well as the U Street/Cardozo Metro station. City buses and taxis are frequent on 14th Street, less than a block away.
• Nearest major airport: DCA 5 miles
• Directions from airport:
  We recommend taking a taxi so that you don't have to negotiate an unfamiliar subway while you have bags. To use metro from National Airport take a Yellow Line train going toward Mount Vernon Square. At Mount Vernon Square, step off of the train and wait for the next train, this should be a green line train. Step onto the green line train and take it to U Street-Cardozo. Exit the station at the 13th and U Street side. At the top of the escalator turn left. Go to R Street and turn right. We are the fourth house on the right.

Innkeepers

• Innkeeper(s): David Holder
  I am an avid old house restoration buff and I particularly love historic papers and restoring old gas lights. I also do some woodworking and lots of baking!
• The innkeepers speak: English
• There is one dog on the property

Area Attractions

Antique Shopping, Aquarium, Art Galleries, Concert venue, Gourmet/Fine Dining, Historical interests, Movie Theater, Museum, National/State parks, Gay attractions, Performing Theater, Religious Services, Zoo

Onsite or Nearby Activities

Sight-seeing