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West Seattle cottage - charming & cozy with modern comforts

Family-friendly cottage in Seattle with a water park

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Handford & Hinds Cottage Welcomes you!
Hang up your hat and stay a while
Cozy and comfortable with a gas fireplace
We have books to enjoy and brochures with local sights
Living area

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional
2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 4111.5 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Dryer
  • Washer
  • Air conditioning
  • Fireplace
  • Outdoor space

Explore the area

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Seattle, WA
  • Place, Alki Beach
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Place, T-Mobile Park
    ‪7 min drive‬
  • Place, Seattle Waterfront
    ‪8 min drive‬
  • Airport, Seattle, WA (SEA-Seattle - Tacoma Intl.)
    ‪21 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 4)

Bedroom 1

1 King Bed

Bedroom 2

2 Double Futons

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Separate dining area
Garden

About this property

West Seattle cottage - charming & cozy with modern comforts

Come visit Hanford & Hinds Cottage!
Hanford & Hinds Cottage was built in 1916. It sits in the desirable Belvidere neighborhood of West Seattle. 25 minutes to downtown Seattle and 20 minutes to the airport.
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The Cottage has everything you'll need and more! Linens, towels, plates, utensils, pots & pans. Off street parking in a 2 car driveway. Internet/firestick/DVD player. Not sure what you want to do? We have maps and books of the area for visitors.
The main cottage is a two bedroom home with a King bed and a second bedroom with 2 twin futons.
The bathroom features a heated tile floor, tub and shower.
The living room offers a cozy place to relax, with a gas fireplace, reading lights, and a flat screen TV. Our large kitchen is fully equipped with modern appliances and cookware.
The backyard hosts a cafe table with sun-umbrella, a gas fire pit, a gas BBQ. A shed stocked with bicycles, tennis rackets, beach towels and umbrella.

West Seattle has many venues to enjoy including stunning views of the city and the Olympic Mountains. sandy Alki Beach, The Junction Town Center which features some of the best restaurants, coffee shops, antique stores, bike shops and destinations of delight...too many to list all here. Find a list of our favorite spots in the welcome book on the cottage entry table. Metropolitan Market (a wonderful European 'experience'), PCC Market, Safeway, Starbucks, Trader Joe's are all grocery stores within walking distance. Enjoy a flick at historic Admiral Movie Theater. In addition there are also dozens of popular restaurants nearby to choose from.

Hiawatha park is 2 blocks away if you feel like jogging, playing tennis (rackets provided in shed) going to the kiddie park or wading pool. We have 4 adult bikes and helmets for your use, as well as beach supplies, and tennis rackets and balls! A short drive away, Coleman pool offers a unique outdoor saltwater pool that sits on the scenic shores of Lincoln Park overlooking the Sound. The Admiral Viewpoint boasts one of the best vistas of downtown Seattle and is a 5 minute walk away from the cottage.

Come enjoy one of the longest established communities of Seattle!
West Seattle is one of the true gems-of the northwest!

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Amenities

Kitchen
Washing machine
Dryer
Free WiFi
Air conditioning
Outdoor space

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 21
Check out before 11:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
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Events

Events allowed
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Pets

No pets allowed
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

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
Parties and events are allowed on site
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-19-002481

We should mention

A car is not required for transport to and from this property

About the area

Seattle

Located in West Seattle, a neighbourhood in Seattle, this cottage is near theme parks. Pike Place Market and Space Needle are notable landmarks, and some of the area's activities can be experienced at Bell Street Cruise Terminal at Pier 66 and Seattle Cruise Ship Terminal 91. Travelling with kids? Don't miss Seattle Aquarium and Woodland Park Zoo. 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

  • Alki Beach - 3 min drive - 1.7 km
  • T-Mobile Park - 7 min drive - 5.9 km
  • Lumen Field - 8 min drive - 6.3 km
  • Seattle Waterfront - 8 min drive - 6.9 km
  • Pike Place Market - 9 min drive - 7.8 km

Getting around

  • Beacon Hill Station - 7 min drive
  • King Street Station - 15 min drive
  • Seattle, WA (LKE-Lake Union Seaplane Base) - 21 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬10 min walk
  • ‪La Chingona Taqueria - ‬14 min walk
  • ‪Olympia Coffee - ‬10 min walk
  • ‪Oh’s Sandwiches - ‬8 min walk
  • ‪Gyro Heroes - ‬12 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is West Seattle cottage - charming & cozy with modern comforts pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at West Seattle cottage - charming & cozy with modern comforts?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at West Seattle cottage - charming & cozy with modern comforts?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is West Seattle cottage - charming & cozy with modern comforts located?

This family-friendly Seattle cottage is located in West Seattle, within 2 mi (3 km) of Alki Beach and Alki Beach Park. Lincoln Park is 3 mi (4.9 km) away.

About the host

Hosted by Lori Wright

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My grandparents moved to West Seattle in 1948...so I have roots that go way back. Alki beach was my playground and my sons grew up here as well.
The Junction, as we locals call it, has wonderful shops and restaurants as well as a fantastic farmers market.

Why they chose this property

Location location location! A great place for a family vacation or a romantic getaway. Situated in a quiet and safe neighborhood, yet minutes to Safeco Field, Century Link Field, the waterfront and downtown via the water taxi!

What makes this property unique

The benefit of the West Seattle neighborhood is all round you. Beaches, bike paths, parks, views, golf courses, YMCA, gyms, yoga studios, coffee shops, tennis courts, day spas, farmers market, street fairs, shopping.
4 bicycles at the cottage for your use, along with helmets and a bike lock.
Tennis rackets and balls too.

Guests comment how inviting the cottage is...homey with those extra touches that make a visit here a relaxing getaway!

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English