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Forest & Creek Retreat | King | Firepit | Near Light Rail | Minutes to Downtown Seattle| EV| Pets OK

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A modern kitchen with white cabinets, a dining area with wooden chairs, and a large window offering a view of the outdoors.
A modern kitchen with white cabinets, stainless steel appliances, and a wooden floor.
A modern living room with a fireplace, a flat-screen TV, and a comfortable seating area.
A modern hotel room with a large bed, two bedside tables, a desk with a computer, and a view of greenery outside.
A dining area with a table set for four, a grey sofa, and a window with a view of trees.

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Highlights

  • The great outdoors
    Guests love the outdoor space here.
  • Games at the ready
    One of the few properties with video games available for guests.
  • At the centre of it all
    Stay in a top rated central location, steps from the best attractions, dining, and entertainment.
  • Discover nearby landmarks
    Close to Northgate Station

Popular amenities

  • Balcony
  • Dog-friendly
  • Barbecue
  • Internet access
  • Air-conditioning
  • Refrigerator

Explore the area

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Seattle, WA
  • Place, Northgate Station
    ‪18 min walk‬
  • Place, Maple Leaf Reservoir Park
    ‪5 min drive‬
  • Place, North Seattle Community College
    ‪5 min drive‬
  • Airport, Seattle, WA (SEA-Seattle - Tacoma Intl.)
    ‪48 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 6)

Bedroom 1

1 King Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Office
Balcony
Outdoor play area
Dining area

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About the area

Seattle

Lake City, a neighbourhood in Seattle, is home to this holiday home. Northgate Station and Pike Place Market are worth checking out if shopping is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Lake Union and Alki Beach. Travelling with kids? Make time for WaMu Theater, or head to an event or a match at Seattle Center.
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Seattle, WA

What's nearby

  • Northgate Station - 18 min walk - 1.5 km
  • Regal Thornton Place - 19 min walk - 1.7 km
  • Maple Leaf Reservoir Park - 5 min drive - 1.7 km
  • North Seattle Community College - 5 min drive - 1.8 km
  • University of Washington - 14 min drive - 5.9 km

Getting around

  • Roosevelt Station - 6 min drive
  • Edmonds Station - 18 min drive
  • Seattle, WA (BFI-Boeing Field) - 28 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Domino's Pizza - ‬17 min walk
  • ‪Red Robin - ‬19 min walk
  • ‪Starbucks - ‬18 min walk
  • ‪Watershed Pub & Kitchen - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪BARK! espresso - ‬15 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is Forest & Creek Retreat | King | Firepit | Near Light Rail | Minutes to Downtown Seattle| EV| Pets OK pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 2 total).

How much does it cost to stay at Forest & Creek Retreat | King | Firepit | Near Light Rail | Minutes to Downtown Seattle| EV| Pets OK?

As of 2 November 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Forest & Creek Retreat | King | Firepit | Near Light Rail | Minutes to Downtown Seattle| EV| Pets OK on 8 December 2026 start from NZ$1,379, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

How much is parking at Forest & Creek Retreat | King | Firepit | Near Light Rail | Minutes to Downtown Seattle| EV| Pets OK?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Forest & Creek Retreat | King | Firepit | Near Light Rail | Minutes to Downtown Seattle| EV| Pets OK?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Forest & Creek Retreat | King | Firepit | Near Light Rail | Minutes to Downtown Seattle| EV| Pets OK?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Forest & Creek Retreat | King | Firepit | Near Light Rail | Minutes to Downtown Seattle| EV| Pets OK located?

This family-friendly Seattle holiday home is located in Lake City, within 2 mi (3 km) of Northgate Station and Northwest Hospital and Medical Center. University Village and Green Lake Park are also within 3 miles (5 km). Northgate Station is 21 minutes by foot.

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 10 out of 11 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 1 out of 11 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 11 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 11 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 11 reviews

9.8/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

9.8/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Very nice, clean centrally located in the area that we needed would definitely stay here again.
Stayed 9 nights in Oct 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great place!

Awesome place in a very good spot! Close to downtown Seattle!
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 14 November 2024
Thanks for choosing us for your stay Zach! We look forward to your return:)
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
It was super amazing! Nothing negative to say at all! Definitely my place to stay when I return.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 11 July 2025
Thank you Michael! We look forward to seeing you back in Seattle again soon:)
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Perfect!

We stayed here because it was 4 blocks away from our son's home as we were visiting. Wow! Wonderful place, clean, excellent communication and had everything we needed. Also great for pets.We will be staying again!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 8 October 2024
Hi Sharon, Thank you for your kind comments:) It was a pleasure hosting you and hope you will be staying with us again soon! Best wishes, Kathy @ Thornton Creek
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Comfortable stay.

Beautiful and cozy home. Very clean. Would love to go back another time. Thank you!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 22 September 2024
We are grateful you chose to stay with us! We look forward to your return:)
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10/10 Excellent

Wonderful time was had by all

We had an amazing time at Thornton Creek. Spring was peeking out and we spent a lot of time hiking the creek, roasting marshmallows, and enjoying the back deck. The amenities offered are above any other vacation rental I have ever been to. We definately will return. You can't go wrong!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Thea’s 3rd. Birthday

We stay in Seattle a lot, as we have a grandchild there. We rent houses so we can have our dog and grandchild interact and we can have family meals together. This is the nicest place we’ve stayed and the quiet location was perfect. The Thornton Creek greenbelt behind the house is surreal.
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
My family had a wonderful stay at Thornton Creek. The house was clean and had just the right amount of space for two adults and two young children. It had all the amenities we needed, including a pack-n-play for my 2 year old. The location of the house was close to the creek, and we spent a couple afternoons enjoying it. The host was very responsive when I had inquiries and provided helpful recommendations for restaurants and experiences. It's a nice retreat from the city, but also only 20-30 minutes from downtown.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 17 July 2025
Thank you Danielle for taking the time to review us, and what a nice review as well! I'm glad you enjoyed our home and look forward to your return anytime!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great spot for a family trip away

Cute home with everything you need for a trip away. Cozy beds, well stocked kitchen, wonderful yard with space for the kids and dog to toss a Frisby. Very pet friendly. Only note that was not clear when I booked is this is a single home spit into two units. So if you want your own private place, this is not that. it was a non-issue for us, and we'd gladly come back again.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 18 April 2025
Hi Christina, Thank you so much for your thoughtful review! I'm so happy to hear how much you enjoyed the home—it's always a joy to know that guests feel comfortable and relaxed during their stay. You were a wonderful guest, and you're welcome back anytime!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Pampered Getaway

This property is perfect for anyone wanting a quiet environment in an urban setting. The owner has made sure there are lots of the little things (plush robes, charging cords, sleep masks) to make you feel pampered during your stay. The property is in a quiet neighborhood with the woods in your backyard if you are interested in a nature walk. Groceries and other stores just a short walk away.
Stayed 12 nights in Jun 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 19 June 2024
Thank you Dlynn, It was a pleasure to host you.
Verified review

8/10 Good

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

Nice place to stay

Our main reason for staying in this area was that it was close to Seattle Childrens Hospital. We were traveling for medical and it was a short drive. There is a park/playground within walking distance but we didnt get a chance to use it due to weather.The house had everything stocked, laundry, bathroom, and plenty of items in the kitchen.The only negative was the dog poop around the lower part of the property and yard. We stayed upstairs, there was a person staying downstairs with a dog. There are rules that all garbage and recycling needs to be taken to the cans prior to check out. Unfortunately there was dog poop in the yard and near the cans. We did not take advantage of the yard partially due to this. Overall it was decent. And great communication with the host.
Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 13 January 2025
Hi Kaitlyn, Once again thank you for staying with us. We appreciate your business. I looked into this and was assured that the downstairs guest walks her dog for its bathroom activities. What I think you may be referring to is a fungus (mushroom) that is prevalent in the Puget Sound area during the winter. I have instructed my staff to review the entire yard between each visit and pull any mushrooms that are seen. I am sorry that it made you uncomfortable, that couldn't have been nice. However, we do welcome you back anytime you need to visit Seattle again! What is the common name for pisolithus tinctorius? Dog Turd Fungus Pisolithus tinctorius (also known as Pisolithus arrhizus) is commonly described as the least attractive of all fungi. The common names are an apt description: Dog Turd Fungus, or Dead Man's Foot. Another common name, however, begins to hint at one of the many beneficial qualities of Pisolithus: Dyemaker's Fungus.
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