Cozy, charming retreat close to WWU and Fairhaven

1 bedroom1 bathroomSleeps 362 sq m

Popular amenities

Free WiFi

Washer

Dryer

Kitchen

Outdoor space

Enjoy the area

Bellingham, WA

Western Washington University17 min walk
Bellingham Cruise Terminal4 min drive
Mount Baker Theatre7 min drive
Bellingham, WA (BLI-Bellingham Intl.)14 min drive

Rooms & beds

1 bedroom (sleeps 3)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Spaces

Deck or patio

Kitchen

Garden

Dining Area

About this property

Popular VRBO since 2014

Enjoy the comforts of home in this charming, clean apartment situated in a brick-row-building of six uniquely appointed guest apartments. Decorated with an artistic flair, each unit is filled with antiques, artwork, and some have quite a book collection. Relish the peaceful setting with lots of places to relax outside. Walk to Fairhaven, Interurban Trail, WWU or Boulevard Park.

The full kitchen (stove, oven, microwave, blender, coffee bar, refrigerator and crock pot) is stocked with all basic cooking and dining utensils. The living room has a small dining table with a pair of side chairs, a comfy sofa and a television with wifi. The bedroom has a new queen-sized memory foam mattress and plenty of closet space.

Off street parking is provided. There’s a free-to-use laundry room on the backside of the property.

View our additional VRBO/HomeAway guest apartments in the same building:
Unit#3 (4294568) The Boulevard
Unit #4 (4294971) Fairhaven Station
Unit #5 (4294981) Whatcom Falls
Unit #6 (4294986) Lake Padden

We are a 'self service' property, your key will be awaiting you when you arrive, our standard check in time is 4pm - earlier arrivals in the low season (after September) can generally be accommodated. Please contact us. We do not provide in-stay housekeeping services; if you would like housekeeping services we can provide you with the contact information for one of our staff housekeepers and you are welcome to contact them regarding services & rates.

For easy access, we’re centrally located in the Happy Valley district of Bellingham near Fairhaven Village & Close to I-5, Fairhaven Parkway and Chuckanut Drive. Situated near the Connelly Creek Walking Trail that connects to the interurban trail in South Bellingham, Joe's Gardens is a seasonal inter-urban vegetable garden, just minutes away. Western Washington University and the Sehome Arboretum are just a few blocks away. We’re about a mile from the Alaska Ferry Terminal, AmTrac and Greyhound at the Fairhaven Marina, Taylor Street Dock. The Boulevard Greenways Trail to Downtown Bellingham leads just 10 miles to Bellingham International Airport.

Property manager

Amy Romanoff

Amenities

Kitchen

Washer

Dryer

Free WiFi

Outdoor space

Stylish living space awaits you at the Pacific Getaway!

Kitchen

Washer

Dryer

Pet-friendly

House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM

Check out before 11:00 AM

Children

Adults only

Events

No events allowed

Pets

No pets allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

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 not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip

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

Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a deadlock

We should mention

A car is recommended for transport to and from this property

About the area

Bellingham

This apartment is located in Happy Valley, a neighbourhood in Bellingham. Mount Baker Theatre and Whatcom Museum are local landmarks, and some of the area's activities can be experienced at Bellingham Cruise Terminal and Lake Padden Golf Course. Bellingham Railway Museum and Mindport are also worth visiting. Sailing and fishing offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with cycling and hiking nearby.

Bellingham, WA

What's nearby

Fairhaven Park - 15 min walk
Western Washington University - 17 min walk
Bellingham Cruise Terminal - 4 min drive
Lake Padden Park - 5 min drive
Mount Baker Theatre - 7 min drive

Getting around

Bellingham, WA (BLI-Bellingham Intl.) - 15 min drive

Restaurants

Super Duper Burger - 11 min walk
Starbucks - 8 min walk
Stones Throw Brewery - 3 min drive
QQ Li's - 4 min drive
The Black Cat - 3 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Cozy, charming retreat close to WWU and Fairhaven pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Cozy, charming retreat close to WWU and Fairhaven?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Cozy, charming retreat close to WWU and Fairhaven?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Cozy, charming retreat close to WWU and Fairhaven located?

Located in Happy Valley, this apartment building is within 1 mi (2 km) of Fairhaven Park and Western Washington University. Lake Padden Park and Sehome Hill Arboretum are also within 2 miles (3 km).

9.6

Exceptional

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9.4/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

9.4/10

Listing accuracy

10/10 Excellent

Kim J.

1 October 2023

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

As advertised

Had all the basics I needed. Comfortable bed. Fridge. Microwave. Coffee maker. TV. Quiet neighborhood. Convenient location. Responsive owner.

Stayed 91 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Barbara H.

5 November 2022

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

Great place!

We stayed for an extended time here after selling our home but before our permanent move out of state. The neighbors are very nice. The complex is quiet and beautiful outside sitting areas. We will definitely stay here again!!

Stayed 62 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Kathleen B.

24 January 2020

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

Great place

First time using Vrbo and would do it again. Property was clean comfortable and quiet. Neighbor was very friendly and gave great ideas on where to go and things to see.

Stayed 6 nights in Jan 2020

8/10 Good

Mark S., Goodyear, AZ

7 June 2019

Bellingham Charmer

This was our second time staying at this property. This was a cozy one bed, one bath unit with a small kitchen. The living room was large enough to allow for four to enjoy a meal at the table. The couch was comfortable and seating for three. The instructions for check-in/check-out were very clear and included all the details for WiFi, ,laundry and offered a number to contact the host in the event of a problem. The VRBO host was very accommodating to allow for a late check-out when our flight was delayed. We are planning a return visit for much longer stay next year. Recommend this property for an affordable, cozy place to stay in Bellingham.

Stayed 5 nights in May 2019

10/10 Excellent

Donna P.

5 September 2018

Summer Sanctuary Near Fairhaven

This is the third summer that I have spent in this cozy property near Fairhaven in Bellingham, Washington. Along with other visits, it has become my home away from home in this beautiful area of the Pacific Northwest. There is ample space for comfortable living, a free shared laundry, and it is beautifully decorated with everything I need to relax and enjoy peaceful sanctuary. In the summers you just open the windows for cool air to waft in and in the winter the heating units keep it toasty warm. It is in close proximity to amazing hiking trails, parks, coastal boardwalks, outdoor entertainment, quaint shops, restaurants, and Joe's organic garden/market full of fresh produce and flowers. In the summer I have picked fresh blackberries on neighborhood trails. Keep your eyes open to catch the flight of the Stellar blue jay, watch a little black squirrel scurry across the parking lot, or even see deer walking by your front door. Sunsets, the sunsets from Boulevard Park just a short drive away are just one of the best parts of the trip. Stop at Woods Coffee on your walk and enjoy the sunset while interspersed minstrels play lulling music into the evening. There is a little bit of heaven in the Fairhaven area and I can't wait to return again and again!

Stayed 28 nights in Jul 2018

About the host

Hosted by Amy Romanoff

We are a mother/daughter duo taking over a popular VRBO. We moved to Western Washington in April 2016 from Northern California and are loving this area. Danie (daughter) lives in Bellingham with her cat Jaguar and Amy (mother) lives with her husband Kent aboard their steel trawler in Blaine. In the short time we've lived here, we've discovered so many great places to eat and explore by foot and boat, yet we still have lots more to experience. This area is especially appealing to us because it's easy to enjoy the outdoors and it's very affordable. Our love for the area inspired us to start this business.

Why they chose this property

The minute we saw this lovely VRBO property we knew we wanted to manage it. The charming, well decorated apartments caught our eye. We also saw several opportunities to grow and add our own flavor, without disrupting the tasteful ambiance. This property feels very manageable because the apartments are in excellent condition and they are already uniquely decorated and nicely furnished. We feel lucky and honored to keep this tradition going.

What makes this property unique

What drew us to this property at first was its location -- being so close to our favorite parts of Bellingham. We especially love the peaceful setting, nestled in a quiet and safe neighborhood with private sitting areas hidden around the property. Unlike a hotel where every room is identical, here each apartment has it's own unique personality and character.

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