Earl Carriage House: Upscale & Private Guest House

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A wooden dining area with a table set for four, a kitchen with dark cabinets and a microwave, and a wooden ceiling with exposed beams.
A bedroom with a skylight, wooden ceiling, a bed with white bedding and patterned pillows, a window with curtains, and a sailboat painting on the wall.
A kitchen with wooden beams, a sink, a stove, and a window with blinds.
A green house with a gabled roof, a small window, and a door.
A cozy living room with a fireplace, wooden walls, a sofa, a coffee table, and a blue armchair.

Reviews

10 out of 10, Loved by Guests
Top 10% of guest reviews in this area

Highlights

  • Made for relaxation
    Top-rated for comfort — guests feel right at home here.
  • Private garden
    A rare find — relax in the peaceful, private garden space.
  • Centrally-located
    You're never far from where you need to be with this convenient location.
  • Discover nearby landmarks
    Close to National Nordic Museum

Popular amenities

  • Patio
  • Air-conditioning
  • Refrigerator
  • Internet
  • Washing machine
  • Onsite parking available

Explore the area

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Seattle, WA
  • Place, Ballard Homestead
    ‪4 min walk‬
  • Place, National Nordic Museum
    ‪15 min walk‬
  • Place, Golden Gardens Park
    ‪17 min walk‬
  • Airport, Seattle, WA (SEA-Seattle - Tacoma Intl.)
    ‪48 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

1 bedroom (sleeps 2)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Garden
Dining area

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About the area

Seattle

Ballard, a neighbourhood in Seattle, is home to this cottage. Seattle Center and Paramount Theatre are cultural highlights, and some of the area's activities can be experienced at Seattle Cruise Ship Terminal 91 and Bell Street Cruise Terminal at Pier 66. Check out an event or a game at Climate Pledge Arena, and consider making time for WaMu Theater, a top attraction not to be missed. Kayaking, scuba diving and snorkelling offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with cycling nearby.
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Seattle, WA

What's nearby

  • Ballard Homestead - 4 min walk - 0.4 km
  • National Nordic Museum - 15 min walk - 1.3 km
  • Golden Gardens Park - 17 min walk - 1.5 km
  • Shilshole Bay Marina - 19 min walk - 1.7 km
  • Ballard Locks Fish Ladder - 9 min drive - 2.0 km

Getting around

  • Roosevelt Station - 12 min drive
  • Edmonds Station - 25 min drive
  • Seattle, WA (LKE-Lake Union Seaplane Base) - 26 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Ocho - ‬17 min walk
  • ‪Mabel - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Crackle Mi Vietnamese Grill - ‬18 min walk
  • ‪Cloudy Cafe - ‬8 min walk
  • ‪Un Bien - ‬4 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Earl Carriage House: Upscale & Private Guest House pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at Earl Carriage House: Upscale & Private Guest House?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Earl Carriage House: Upscale & Private Guest House?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Earl Carriage House: Upscale & Private Guest House?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Earl Carriage House: Upscale & Private Guest House located?

Located in Ballard, this cottage is within 1 mile (2 km) of National Nordic Museum, Golden Gardens Park and Ballard Locks Fish Ladder. Shilshole Bay Marina and Discovery Park are also within 3 miles (5 km).

Reviews

10

Exceptional

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Rating 10 - Excellent. 67 out of 67 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 0 out of 67 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 67 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 67 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 67 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Adorable cottage in the perfect location!
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, listing accuracy
This place is a true gem. The cabin is beautifully crafted with fine woodworking and lovely period furniture, and outfitted with everything you might think you'd need for a stay. I couldn't recommend it more highly.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great place to stay in Ballard! Super cute and very comfortable
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We had a great stay at the cottage! We loved the option to choose our own pillows and appreciated the thought put into making our stay so comfortable!
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Such a cute property, and very well-located. Would love to stay here again next time we're in the area!
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
It was a simply wonderful place to have as my “home base” while in the Seattle area. Everything about it was easy, from the parking to the getting around to the communication. It was quiet and private which is very hard to come by in such a busy, loud, and big city. Everything was clean and comfortable, the kitchen had everything I needed. There were even complimentary coffee beans, bottles of water, “smores” (my personal favorite), among other luxuries (robes, slippers, toiletries, more chocolates). The host was very responsive and I felt like if I needed anything, they would’ve been there in an instant.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This was a beautiful home in the middle of a lovely neighborhood. It’s within walking distance to at least a couple of coffee shops. Beautifully decorated and comfortable, it was the perfect place to stay when we visited family in the area. Grateful for the off street parking spot. We would highly recommend this place.
Stayed 5 nights in May 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Beautiful place to stay, especially with the cherries in full bloom!

Another great visit to Ballard/Seattle. We love this property - it's so quiet yet so convenient to fun activities and restaurants.
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great spot to stay in Seattle

This location is the perfect combination of a quiet neighborhood, yet with easy access to the fun districts of Ballard, Fremont, and beyond.
Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Graduation visit

A great stay
Stayed 9 nights in Jun 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Quiet, clean and had everything we needed

The house nicely appointed, clean, quiet and even had it's own parking space. We were very comfortable and will stay there again.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2018
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Tranquil Cottage

Wonderful cottage. Felt like a home away from home. Great attention to detail throughout the cottage. Will definitely return.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Quiet, perfect cottage

This back yard cottage is perfect. Every imaginable convenience and amenity. Very quiet. Sustainable everything. Easy access with off-street parking.
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Start with the basics - clean property (meticulous, in fact), quiet area, convenient to downtown Ballard (20-minute stroll), easy parking. But the real story is the attention to detail - the "delighters" that you encounter in various aspects of the property. Choice of pillow firmness - really! Well-stocked kitchen, including a range of spices for any cooking need. Comfortable "living" area with a great "sensory" audio welcome upon arrival. A "welcome" tray on the bed and plush robes await you upstairs - perfect after a long day of travel. This was our second visit to "The Earl" and we hope there are more in our future. Great place, fabulous hosts!
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Little oasis in the city

Lovely little home, very functional layout and beautiful build quality. The bed is like a cloud - I’ve never slept so well in a stay-away bed. We hosted family for brunch and Virginia, the host, brought over a leaf for the table and an extra chair. Parking spot off the street is a great perk, too. The neighborhood is single-family homes and sidewalks - getting hard to find in Seattle. We walked to the park that overlooks Shilshole marina to work off the cinnamon rolls we grabbed from Piccolino’s bakery for the brunch. Great restaurant for dinner, as well. We would like to just move in. ;-)
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2022
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Home Away from Home

My husband and I had three nights to enjoy this little gem in Ballard. You will want for nothing if you are lucky enough to also stay. Virginia has generously provided great toiletries, kitchen and food items, laundry detergent, and more. It is comfortably furnished with a cabin-y feel, enhanced by the little gas stove heater, dark wood trim, and antique doors, making everything attractive and solid feeling. At the end of their driveway (exclusive to you) it nonetheless feels very private and is super quiet. While there are lots of windows, the natural light is not great for reading, so I second another reviewer's suggestion for a lamp by the couch. Seattle restaurants are NOT cheap, so a recommendation is Maggie Bluffs, a casual but good restaurant at the marina (near the cruise lines), at the bottom of Magnolia bridge. Tricky to find but worth the trip and tables always available. Thank you Virginia for creating our sweet home away from home! We had a great stay :-)
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

"It was everything we wanted!"

Full disclaimer: I didn't stay here - I reserved it for 2 adult family members who flew in from Tennessee but I am going to paraphrase what they told me.When they checked in the first night they immediately texted me and said "This place is really great!"Throughout the weekend they commented on how beautiful the interior is, how well located it is, how easy it was to park, and how peaceful the actual setting is, even though it is close to Ballard which is a very lively part of Seattle, and that it has everything they needed and wanted. (Morning run to the beach, walk to coffee, great retail stores, coffee shops, and restaurants.)When I asked them what to write in the review they immediately said "It was everything we wanted!" The only downside was that they had hoped to see the host or host family, because they wanted to tell them how much they were ejoying their carriage house."I told them that some guests maybe don't want to interact with the hosts, but they guests are from the South, so.... ;-) NOTE: All of my communications with Virginia were prompt, clear, and detailed, and her many suggestions were very helpful.
Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The property is amazing, private, and very comfortable. Walking distance to Ballard Farmers Market. We loved it.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great place, will come back again
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Love the privacy and ease of access to other areas. What a lovely reconnecting space.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Wonderful, Peaceful, and Perfectly Located!

This home is just as it appears in the listing...it is peaceful and perfectly located! In our opinion, the Ballard neighborhood is one of the best parts of Seattle...we enjoyed the easy access to local restaurants, breweries, and attractions. If you're wanting to spend time sightseeing in Seattle, you don't even have to get on I-5. There is a quick "backroad" drive that gets you to the Space Needle, Pike's Market, etc. within 15-20 minutes. The home was supplied with everything you could need to cook there. The home is comfortable and clean. We really enjoyed our 10 day stay and would certainly recommend it!
Stayed 10 nights in Sep 2022
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Best in Ballard

This was an amazing experience. My gf and I stayed here on a getaway weekend. The host went above and beyond to make us comfortable and have an amazing time in Seattle. This is one of the best.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2022
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Home away from home

This cottage could not be more cozy and functional. Absolutely the best vrbo we’ve stayed at. They have a pillow bar!! Looking forward to returning.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2022
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Awesome Seattle stopover

We had an amazing quick trip to Seattle and could not have loved the carriage house more. So clean, welcoming and cozy - the perfect home base for exploring the city!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2022
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Fantastic getaway

No detail was missed in preparing this lovely carriage house. The neighborhood is a beautiful walking area. We will be back .
Stayed 3 nights in May 2022
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