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Private Ballard Backyard Cottage with Natural Light
Escape the bustle of the city and relax in a cozy backyard sanctuary. Sample local craft beer in an Adirondack chair in the garden. Watch a widescreen TV from the bed and make coffee in the morning. This adorable cottage comes complete with queen bed, hardwood flooring, kitchenette with Farmhouse sink, kitchen island, fridge freezer, Kuerig coffee maker, toaster, slow cooker, and induction hot plate. With a 50 gallon water heater there will be enough hot water for all your needs. The high end bathroom is completed with a Kohler sink, toilet and hardware. There is also a closet to hang and store clothes and bags. The cottage is heated via high efficiency electric infra red heaters mounted on the ceiling. There is also a whole house ventilation system to keep the air fresh throughout the year (the switch to turn hi/low or on/off is inside the closet). Cable TV, wifi and a DVD player are also available. Amazon and Netflix are included on the smart TV for your use with your own passwords. Free parking is available on the street in front of the Cottage/Main house. The Cottage is a short walk via a gravel pathway to the right of the main house towards the back of the property. Guests are welcome to use the patio seating area outside the Cottage, which includes Adirondack chairs, picnic table, and a Weber grill. We welcome contact via email, text or cell at anytime before or during your stay to answer any questions you may have. During your stay, we like to leave the personal interaction guest dependent. We value your privacy and would love to give you a friendly welcome greeting if we pass. However, we are always available and more than happy to chat, just let us know. The Seattle neighborhood of Ballard has many restaurants, bars, coffee shops, a cinema, bakeries, and quirky stores. The Sunday market is a must. Golden Gardens Beach, the Ballard Locks, and the Nordic Heritage Museum are all close by. The Cottage is around a 20 min drive to Downtown Seattle. One block from the Cottage you can catch the #40 bus to Downtown Seattle, Fremont, and South Lake Union. Uber and Lyft are readily available in this neighborhood. Grant and Bev are garden lovers, whether it's pottering in the garden, BBQ'ing outside the main house or just chilling. Our kids are also outdoor enthusiasts so will be in and out the garden space around the main house. There is also a store room built at the back of the Cottage with access only from the garden that we use time to time. We respect your privacy and space. The patio area outside the Cottage is for your exclusive use.

High Style and Vintage Charm in Private Garden Cottage
This is a private guest bungalow, fully detached from the main house. Main living area converts from hang-out room, to dining table/work surface seating for four, to bedroom. Wallbed holds a Leesa high-end foam mattress, and wall-mounted tv swivels for viewing from the bed or leather loveseat. DVD/blu-ray player with a selection of movies, access to Netflix, and dedicated wifi. The all-in-one vintage kitchenette includes sink, stovetop, oven, and refrigerator. Microwave, kettle, french press, pots, pans, & utensils. The tiled bathroom is stocked with towels and bathrobes, soap, shampoo & conditioner, hair-dryer, and make-up wipes. The bungalow is all yours, and feel free to hang out wherever you like in the shared yard. Guests staying 3 nights and longer can arrange access to our washer & dryer. Host is readily available, in person or via phone/text. We are a family of four, so the yard is a shared space with us and our two young daughters, a couple of cats, and the hubbub of family life. We are often outside when the weather is nice, working in the garden, splashing in the small pool, and generally hanging out. The property is in the Loyal Heights area of Ballard, just south of Crown Hill. Ballard is a hip, historic neighborhood in Seattle's northwest corner known as a hotspot for new restaurants and bars, urban development, and Scandinavian heritage. There is street parking directly in front of the main house. It's a short 3-block walk to the RapidRide D Line bus running frequently to/from downtown Seattle. It is 1.5 miles to the heart of Old Ballard, 1.5 miles to Golden Gardens Park (beach), 2 miles to Green Lake Park, and 2.3 miles to Woodland Park Zoo. The cottage plumbing is on a sump pump. PLEASE remember that only toilet paper and, well, you know, can go into the toilet. NO feminine hygiene products. At all. Thank you.

Come Relax in Our Custom-Built Backyard Cottage
This two story, one bedroom unit is complete with a comfortable king size bed and full size pull-out bed in the open living space. Bathroom with a soaking tub and shower. Fully equipped kitchen (dishwasher and coffee maker included). Cottage is connected to WiFi and features a smart TV with Netflix and Xfinity X1 cable. Unit is heated with electric hydronic concrete floors. Our home is located on the property and shares an outside space along with our St. Bernard, Churchill. We are always available to help our guests with anything they may need. If privacy is what you are looking for we know how to make ourselves scarce. This quiet residential area of northwest Seattle is 15 minutes' walk from the lively streets of downtown Ballard. Test the Seattle lifestyle with a bike ride to Sunset Hill Park and check out amazing views of the Puget Sound and Olympic Mountains. Only 1 block from local Metro transit, the #40 which takes you to Fremont, South Lake Union, Downtown southbound and Greenwood and Northgate northbound. 10 blocks to the express Metro bus headed downtown, the D line.

2 Bdrm, Newly Remodeled, Quaint, and Central Suite
Cozy 2 bedroom garden level private suite in a quaint and centrally located Ballard (Seattle) neighborhood home. The suite is newly constructed and furnished. It's minutes away from Downtown Ballard, restaurants, coffee shops, museums, Ballard Locks (Fish Ladder, Gardens, and Canal), Golden Gardens Beach/Park, Shilshole Bay Marina, indoor rock climbing, Zoo, and more! It's 15 minutes away from Downtown Seattle. Ductless mini-split for heating/cooling provides your own, independent air system.

Modern Oasis in Ballard. New cottage w/ 1.5 baths
Our cottage has an open loft style floor plan. Spacious, quiet, and light filled. 1.5 baths and 2 stories. Modern and elegant finishes on everything. Main floor has 1/2 bath off kitchen, and there is a full bathroom with shower near the bed located upstairs. It is a stand alone “guest house” in the back yard of the main house. Private parking right in front of the front door! Yard has fire pit, outdoor furniture and BBQ. A hidden oasis, right in the middle of the Ballard neighborhood.

Private Ballard Backyard Modern Tiny Home
This brand new modern tiny house is located in the Ballard neighborhood of Seattle. Our backyard retreat is full of modern amenities that include a full kitchen, queen murphy bed with sofa, washer and dryer and patio for relaxing. Adventure awaits in this little gem of a neighborhood. Spend the day at the beach, Golden Gardens or watch the boats pass through the Ballard Locks. Once a thriving Scandanavian fishing town Ballard is now full of award winning restaurants, breweries and boutiques.

The Ballard Gallery.
The Ballard Gallery is a thoughtfully appointed art inspired BNB in the fantastic Seattle neighborhood of Ballard. Permanent and rotating art collection displayed from local artists. Enhanced cleaning protocol utilized before each reservation. The gallery is close to bus lines, some of the city's best parks and a 20 minute walk to the Ballard historic district. This light-filled lower level apartment is private, quiet, and comfortable. Hosted by Superhosts for 7 straight years and counting.

Cozy Retreat +Spacious Private Spa Experience
Charming Ballard Basement Suite: Cozy 1-bedroom unit. Private entrance, modern amenities, prime location in the heart of Ballard. Steps away from vibrant shops, cafes, parks, the famous Ballard locks (🚶to 🐟 ) and Farmers market. Relax in the dry sauna, enjoy complementary face masks. Perfect for couples or solo travelers seeking a homey retreat. Note: While our historic home boasts unique character, its older construction means sound may travel more easily. Reg #: STR-OPLI-23-001201

Hidden Ballard Gem • Stylish Private Guest House
Welcome to The Earl Carriage House, your home-away-from-home in the heart of Seattle's Ballard neighborhood. Our little cottage is neatly tucked between houses that dot the idyllic tree-lined street. The Carriage House is the perfect base for your Seattle stay, designed to put you right at home from the moment you step through the door. Inside, you'll find a spacious interior with with rustic wood accents, cozy textiles, and natural elements that create a warm and inviting atmosphere.

The Sprucey Roost
Find your landing place in a botanical boutique nestled on a quiet neighborhood street centrally located near one of Seattle's most sought-after neighborhoods: Ballard. Surrounded by old growth Cedars - a peaceful oasis without the bustling sounds of the city! Stocked with the necessary amenities for relaxing getaways to business trips, including a full kitchen and coffee/tea bar. The Roost is a completely separate unit (no shared walls) located in the backyard of our 1906 farmhouse.

Lovely 1-bedroom retreat with hot tub
Relax and unwind in this cozy first-floor unit with private entrance, patio and hot tub. The indoor space has three separate rooms: lovely bedroom with comfy queen bed and closet with dresser, full bathroom with rain shower and tub, and living room with large TV, small refrigerator, microwave, and coffee/tea makers. (Note: we DO NOT have a full kitchenette.) The living room sofa unfolds into a double bed. We live upstairs with our elementary schooler, so you will hear signs of life.

Cozy & Hip Japandi-Style Studio
Welcome to our cozy and serene Japanese - Scandinavian inspired home located in Ballard. Our newly remodeled space has soaring ceilings, a queen-size bed, a full-size sleeper futon, fully equipped kitchen, and a private keyless entrance. Our home is a short walk away from some of the best restaurants, cafes, craft breweries and local boutiques that Ballard has to offer. We're also one block away from the D Line bus station, which will take you to downtown Seattle in 25 minutes.
Popular amenities for Ballard family-friendly rentals
Family-friendly home rentals with a hot tub

Dahlia Bluff: Luxe Retreat/Stunning Views, EV Chg

Hot Tub | Fenced Yard | BBQ | Restaurants & Cafes

The Gus | Rooftop Hot Tub | 3 BR/2 BTH | Peloton

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Charming Condo in the Heart of Downtown Seattle!

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Unit X: Unique & Central Retreat

Private Central Seattle Cottage
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Vita Bella Luxury Studio 1 king bed 1 sofa bed

Lake View Downtown Kirkland
Five Star Downtown Designer Urban Suite, Space Needle View

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Waterfront Gamble Bay House +Seasonal Heated Pool

Bellevue Penthouse 2B +Pool +Gym +YogaRoom +Lounge

Edmonds Seaside Studio | Walk to Town and Train
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