Burke, Virginia is a leafy, walkable Fairfax County suburb centered on Burke Lake Park with miles of trails, picnic spots, cozy cafés and convenient shopping—perfect for multi‑week stays when you want comfortable downtime after shifts and easy local errands.
You’re also about 20 miles from Washington, D.C. for museums, dining and nightlife and a short drive to historic Alexandria’s waterfront, so you get a quiet, affordable home base with big‑city culture just a quick trip away.