The Best Lodging In Ballard!

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1 bedroom1 bathroomSleeps 270 sq m

Popular amenities

Free WiFi

Washer

Dryer

Air conditioning

Kitchen

Outdoor space

Explore the area

Seattle, WA

Woodland Park Zoo7 min drive
Seattle Cruise Ship Terminal 9110 min drive
Space Needle14 min drive
Seattle, WA (SEA-Seattle - Tacoma Intl.)39 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

About this property

The reviews are in!

"The Carriage House has absolutely re-defined luxury for us." - Sarah from Boston

"More like staying at the Ritz than the Marriott." - Diane from New York City

"An incredible gem in Ballard!" - Craig from Seattle

"This is no ordinary Airbnb." - Kyle from Seattle

"If you want a local, lovely, home with local, lovely, professional host, this one is above and beyond." - Liz from California

This fully furnished “tiny mansion" is has tons of vintage Seattle charm incorporated throughout. Located on a residential, tree-lined street, the Carriage House is perfect for a romantic weekend or family getaway. Exceptional design features include old growth and reclaimed cedar ceilings, vintage doors, clam wood mantle and high end kitchen and bath finishes. An efficient heating and cooling system will ensure your complete comfort year-round.

The two-story Carriage House is located on our property, tucked neatly behind our home. Thoughtful fencing and landscaping provide as much privacy as any of us city dwellers can expect. There is a private garden and outdoor dining area for your enjoyment. The Carriage House is accessed via a driveway with off street parking.

The Carriage House is stocked with assorted board games and a lending library to keep you entertained on those evenings you wish to tuck in early. The TV (with cable, Netflix and streaming options), reliable wifi and Bluetooth speaker will round out all of your entertainment needs.

Property manager

Virginia McFadin

Premier Host

Amenities

Kitchen

Washer

Dryer

Free WiFi

Air conditioning

Outdoor space

Kitchen

Washer

Dryer

Pet-friendly

House Rules

Check in after 3:00 PM

Minimum age to rent: 25

Check out before 10:00 AM

Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17

Infants in cribs (pack and play provided) allowed.

Events

No events allowed

Pets

No pets allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Please no smoking anywhere on or near the property

No smoking anywhere on property. Neighbors have also requested no smoking on the sidewalk or in front of homes; thank you for respecting this request.

No extra overnight guests; please consult owner before inviting any guests onto the property.

Quiet hours are 9pm - 7am; please keep volume to reasonable levels at all other times.

Damage and incidentals

You will be responsible for any damage to the rental property caused by you or your party during your stay.

Important information

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy

Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges

Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed

On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited

Host has indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property

Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property

Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit and a deadlock

Property Registration Number STR-OPLI-19-001072

We should mention

A car is recommended for transport to and from this property

About the area

Seattle

This cottage is located in Ballard, a neighbourhood in Seattle. Museum of Pop Culture and Chihuly Garden and Glass 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. Woodland Park Zoo and Seattle Center are not to be missed. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.

Seattle, WA

What's nearby

Woodland Park Zoo - 7 min drive
Seattle Cruise Ship Terminal 91 - 10 min drive
University of Washington - 13 min drive
Seattle Center - 13 min drive
Space Needle - 14 min drive

Getting around

Roosevelt Station - 12 min drive
King Street Station - 29 min drive
Seattle, WA (LKE-Lake Union Seaplane Base) - 26 min drive

Restaurants

Crackle Mi Vietnamese Grill - 18 min walk
Kiss Cafe - 15 min walk
Copine - 8 min walk
Outpouring Bottle Shop - 8 min walk
8 Oz Burger & Co. - 17 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is The Best Lodging In Ballard! pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at The Best Lodging In Ballard!?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at The Best Lodging In Ballard!?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is The Best Lodging In Ballard! located?

Located in Ballard, this cottage is 0.9 mi (1.5 km) from Golden Gardens Park and 2.4 mi (3.8 km) from Woodland Park Zoo. Shilshole Bay Marina and Discovery Park are also within 3 miles (5 km).

Exceptional

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10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

10/10 Excellent

Andrew T.

11 April 2024

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

10/10 Excellent

Beth I., Chevy Chase, MD

8 August 2023

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

10/10 Excellent

Dennis D.

29 June 2023

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

Graduation visit

A great stay

Stayed 9 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Tammy B., San Carlos, CA

18 June 2023

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

10/10 Excellent

Andrew T.

18 April 2023

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

About the host

Hosted by Virginia McFadin

Hello! It's nice to meet you. I love hosting and meeting wonderful people from all over the world. My "real" job is running my fundraising event consulting business from home and raising my young child alongside my wonderful husband, Brian. We have lived in Seattle for almost 20 years and think it is pretty much the most beautiful place in the world. We love to travel, but haven't been able to do it as much since our son was born, so now we bring the world to us by hosting travelers on our property.

As a family, we love to travel, cook delicious vegetarian food, and spend time with our extended family who also live in the Pacific Northwest. I am an avid crafter, DIYer and semi-expert knitter. At any given time, our house is covered in fabric, glue, wood scraps and pretty much anything that can be used to create pretty things.

When our family travels, we choose to stay in clean, comfortable, and well designed spaces and - in turn - we strive to bring these qualities to our guests. I fancy myself as a real innkeeper and take my job as a host seriously. I want to make sure you have a wonderful trip and be certain that you have everything you need to relax and settle in, including giving you your privacy. Of course, I am always more then happy to give recommendations and tips whenever requested.

Why they chose this property

Designing and building the carriage house has been a labor of love for us. We have paid special attention to every detail to ensure our guests have a comfortable and relaxing stay. We think you will love the neighborhood as much as we do... it is quiet, yet close to all the excitement of the city.

What makes this property unique

We think you'll really love the privacy the Carriage House offers, but we are usually nearby if you should need anything or just want a tip on somewhere great to eat, see live music or just about anything else you're interested in.