Cabin John, MD
Situated close to the Potomac River, Cabin John is a tree-covered community with a sense of history, funky houses, and enough retail, shopping, and community amenities to serve but not overwhelm. The community feels like a modern day country crossroads, with its winding streets, small stores, and the sense that everyone knows each other.
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Cabin John lacks sidewalks and has rambling yards and tall trees, but it's best known for Union Arch Bridge, a one-lane bridge designed to bring the Washington Aqueduct across Cabin John Creek.
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The community has many long-time residents, but increasingly has its share of DC professionals. Residents like that its great for all ages and pedestrian-friendly (despite mostly lacking sidewalks), where neighborhood kids roam free. The neighborhood is also boasts Clara Barton Community Center and Cabin John Park, which have sports fields and playgrounds. The C&O Canal and trails leading to the Potomac River are reachable by foot. Glen Echo Park is nearby, offering fun cultural and arts attractions for all.
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Cabin John has a great variety of home styles, and becomes more eclectic each year with home renovations and new-builds. The neighborhood boasts original houses, like from Sears kit bungalows, rambling Victorians, and ranch houses. The neighborhood also has sprawling mini-mansions.
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Restaurant and Retail
When neighborhood residents want to dine in the community they go to Wild Tomato, one of the community’s only sit-down restaurants. It has wood-fired pizza and new American cuisine, boasting strong reviews and consistent crowds. The only other notable local amenity is the Bethesda Co-op, a large natural foods grocery store. Cabin John has all the basics (a post office, dry cleaners, day spa, deli, and a sushi restaurant), but amenities don't abound. It is relatively close to retail outlets in downtown Bethesda and Potomac Village.
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Transportation
Cabin John’s location is convenient for drivers. It's close to the Beltway and the George Washington Parkway, offering easy access to northern Virginia, Maryland, and to a lesser degree downtown DC. Life is more challenging without a car. Public transportation is limited to Ride-On buses, which arrive every 30 minutes between Cabin John to Bethesda’s Metro station on the Red line. Some residents also commute into DC via bicycle on the C&O Canal’s towpath, which takes about 45 minutes.
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