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Bright Madison Valley Guest House

Holiday home with kitchen, near Seattle University

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A verdant oasis in the city!
Property grounds
Alley facing and very private high above the street.
Spacious and light living area with high ceilings
Kitchen area

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional
1 bedroom1 bathroomSleeps 337.2 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Outdoor space
  • Kitchen
  • Free WiFi

Explore the area

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Seattle, WA
  • Place, Pike Place Market
    ‪9 min drive‬
  • Place, Seattle Waterfront
    ‪9 min drive‬
  • Place, Space Needle
    ‪10 min drive‬
  • Airport, Seattle, WA (SEA-Seattle - Tacoma Intl.)
    ‪26 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

1 bedroom (sleeps 3)

Living area

1 Single Futon

Sleeping area

1 Queen Bed

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Kitchenette
Outdoor play area
Garden

About this property

Bright Madison Valley Guest House

Private and airy detached second floor studio guest house. The house is completely separate and in the lovely back yard of the main house. Set above the street in the quiet and central neighborhood of Madison Valley, it is designed for comfort and privacy with an alley facing entrance and easy parking on the street within 100 meters. Two and a half blocks to many nice restaurants and shops, five blocks to the Arboretum, ten blocks to a swim in lake Washington, less than a mile from all the action on Capitol hill, and less than two from downtown. Easy access (bus stop on block) to the UW, downtown and Capitol hill.

The space:
The space is a high ceiling studio with hardwood floors, heated stone floors in the bathroom, central AC and a sunny disposition high above a quiet alley. Precious light floods in from all sides, but still offers privacy. There is a sleeping area with queen size bed, sitting area, eating nook and kitchen with cooktop, refrigerator and dishwasher, bath and window seat. All you will ever need for a short or long stay.

Guest access:
You will have free run of the entire apartment.

License number:
STR-OPLI-19-003941

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Amenities

Kitchen
Free WiFi
Air conditioning
Outdoor space
Parking available

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House Rules

Check in after 6:00 PM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 3–17
Unit has14 stairs. Young kids be careful!
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

No pets allowed
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
No firearms on the property. No exceptions. If you bring a firearm with you, you will need to keep it locked in your car on the street.

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
Property Registration Number STR-OPLI-19-003417

About the area

Seattle

Central District, a neighbourhood in Seattle, is home to this holiday home. Bell Street Cruise Terminal at Pier 66 and Seattle Cruise Ship Terminal 91 are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those in the mood for shopping can visit Pike Place Market and Northgate Station. Seattle Aquarium and Woodland Park Zoo are not to be missed. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.
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Seattle, WA

What's nearby

  • Seattle University - 6 min drive - 2.1 km
  • Seattle Convention Center Arch Building - 7 min drive - 3.4 km
  • Pike Place Market - 9 min drive - 4.8 km
  • Seattle Waterfront - 9 min drive - 4.8 km
  • Space Needle - 10 min drive - 5.0 km

Getting around

  • Capitol Hill Station - 4 min drive
  • King Street Station - 18 min drive
  • Seattle, WA (LKE-Lake Union Seaplane Base) - 23 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Yeobo Cafe and Bar - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪Cafe Flora - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Bequest Coffee - ‬9 min walk
  • ‪Pagliacci Pizza - ‬8 min walk
  • ‪Kamp Social House - ‬5 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is Bright Madison Valley Guest House pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Bright Madison Valley Guest House?

Check-in begins at 6:00 PM.

Where is Bright Madison Valley Guest House located?

Located in Central District, this holiday home is 0.3 mi (0.6 km) from Washington Park Arboretum and within 3 miles (5 km) of Pike Place Market and University of Washington. Seattle Waterfront and Space Needle are also within 3 miles (5 km). Capitol Hill Station is 25 minutes by foot and Broadway & Denny Stop is 27 minutes.

Reviews

10

Exceptional

10/10

Cleanliness

8.0/10

Amenities

9.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

10/10

Eco-friendliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy
Rating 10 - Excellent. 115 out of 117 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 2 out of 117 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 117 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 117 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 117 reviews

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Chris C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
I’ve stayed at a lot of places in Seattle and this is by far my favorite. I hope to stay there again.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Susan

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location with restaurants and the arboretum within walking distance. Very quiet neighborhood.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Diana M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Clean and bright and cute space. Owner very quick with communication.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Shannon B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Such a great place! Really close to a common bus route that takes you right to the train line, or even into downtown. Very safe area (solo female traveller). Perfect for a quick stay! Was also so nice to have the ac during a heat wave. Host was kind and responded quick when needed. Would for sure stay again!
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

jean b.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Very nice
Stayed 6 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

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

Great

Beautiful property. Very clean. Very nice host
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Mathew T.

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

Clean, cozy, and comfy stay

The space is clean, has everything you need, and is very cozy. Loved it!
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Mara B.

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

Great host!

Loved our stay. Great neighborhood and Andrew was so nice to even lend us his cooler!
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Paul C.

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

Quick, Rainy Trip

Very accurate description and listing. Very impressed with some of the features in the listing. Location is excellent.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jamie L.

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

Perfect Seattle VRBO

Perfect central location for exploring Seattle and the surrounding areas. Neighborhood feels very safe and parking is abundant. My husband and I will definitely stay here again for future travel to Seattle.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

David J.

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

Cozy hideaway

This was a wonderful place to stay. All amenities were great. There were some issues with the heat, but the owner was quickly responsive and took care of it. Would stay there again.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

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

Great spot with easy parking

I stayed here while visiting my college student who attends Seattle University. The rental is conveniently located in a quiet and peaceful spot, with very easy street parking. I very much enjoyed my stay - I had everything I needed!
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Steve B.

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

Great spot

Clean, fresh and a perfect spot. A great host that is a great communicator.
Stayed 20 nights in Jan 2023

10/10 Excellent

Kimberly

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, communication
Amazing guest house - so nicely decorated. Felt like I was staying in Europe. Very clean, with modern climate control/lighting. Highly recommend.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kylie T.

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

Seattle trip

First time in Seattle and we had the best time. This home is in a quiet and safe neighborhood just down the hill from the busy city. The property manager was very detailed with check in and out process and had great communication the entire time. We will definitely stay here again if we get the chance to return to Seattle.
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Lea Nyholm J.

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

Nice, clean studio apartment

Easy to access, no noise, everything was clean and nice. Thank you Andrew.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Katrina D.

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

All that natural light!

This modern carriage house is beautifully designed in a quiet neighborhood in Madison Valley, surrounded by trees and bird song. Beautiful morning and evening light. Excellent accommodations, including high-quality, Super comfy sheets in bed, desk For any remote work, ample room for two people, bathroom floor, Well appointed art and decor, Plenty of excellent books on the shelf. Attentive landlord, really cool dog and cat, backyard patio is shaded and full sun. This was the perfect getaway. Highly recommended as an urban staycation!
Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Tyson S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
On point. As described. Clean, neat and easy
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Wen C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
What an amazing place! Perfect location, quiet and private. Andrew was wonderful and communication was easy and very helpful. The space was a perfect size, and immaculate.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ali M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Very nice studio spacious and convenient layout. I enjoyed the location it was quiet and safe to park. Instructions on check in were wonderful!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Khayra L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Amazing, stellar, adorable. 10/10 would recommend to anyone staying in the Seattle area. Especially if you’re commuting to the convention center.
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jo R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Perfect stay.The location is great--easy access to everything, quiet, and a lovely view with privacy. Unique and quality eats within walking distance.Would absolutely recommend and stay again.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kathleen I.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Super-easy check-in. Thorough instructions. Kitchen well equipped for our purposes.
Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

PH E.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Check-in was super easy. Unit was clean and location was convenient to restaurants and other attractions.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Heidi C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The property was just as described. The space was clean, comfortable, and had everything we needed for a 3 night stay. Andrew responded quickly to questions we had upon arrival. We loved the location, and parking was easy. We would definitely stay there again!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

About the host

Hosted by Andrew

Host profile image
I am a dual Canadian/ American living the life in Seattle! Over the years I have traveled many places and met many interesting and kind folks. When I am not being the best dad I can for my two boys, or traveling the world, I work as a designer and builder. The cottage I let, is one of my design and build.

Why they chose this property

My home is a labor of love for me. I have designed and built everything on the property, from every stick of lumber, to every yard of concrete, to the landscapes and plantings. It is a truly unique place that I love to share with others.
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