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Walk to Water: Seattle Garden Apt w/ Shared Patio!
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10 out of 10, Loved by Guests
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2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 676.6 sq m
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Seattle, WA
- Place, National Nordic Museum3 min walk
- Place, Hiram M. Chittenden Locks3 min walk
- Place, Shilshole Bay Marina19 min walk
- Airport, Seattle, WA (SEA-Seattle - Tacoma Intl.)36 min drive
Rooms & beds
2 bedrooms (sleeps 6)
Additional Sleeping (Living Room)
1 Double Sofa Bed
Bedroom 1
1 Queen Bed
Bedroom 2
2 Single Beds
1 bathroom
Full Bathroom
Spaces
Deck or patio
Kitchen
Garden
About this property
Walk to Water: Seattle Garden Apt w/ Shared Patio!
Explore the Emerald City like a local in this 2-bedroom, 1-bathroom vacation rental. This North Seattle apartment in the heart of Ballard is just a couple of blocks from local landmarks like the Ballard Locks and the National Nordic Museum. Close to the shores of Shilshole Bay, beachgoers will find views of Puget Sound at nearby Golden Gardens Park and Discovery Park. Head downtown to visit famous spots like the Space Needle, catch a show at The Crocodile, or stay in and grill on the patio.
-- THE PROPERTY --
Keyless Entry | Grill
Bedroom 1: Queen Bed | Bedroom 2: 2 Twin XL Beds | Additional Sleeping: Full Sleeper Sofa
SHARED AMENITIES: Patio, gazebo, garden
INDOOR LIVING: Smart TV, books, desk, breakfast bar w/ seating, blackout curtains (in living room & bedrooms)
KITCHEN: Fully equipped, cooking basics, dishware/flatware, coffee maker, kettle, coffee & tea, blender, toaster, toaster oven, garbage disposal
GENERAL: Free WiFi, central heating, complimentary toiletries, linens/towels, ventless washer/dryer, laundry detergent, iron/board, hangers, trash bags/paper towels, Amazon Alexa
FAQ: 2 steps required for access, single-story unit, upstairs tenants, quiet hours (10:00 PM-7:00 AM), no A/C
PARKING: street parking (first-come, first-served)
ADDT’L ACCOMMODATIONS: An additional property is available on-site with a separate nightly rate. If you would like to reserve both rentals, please inquire for more information prior to booking
-- THE LOCATION --
BALLARD: Ballard (Hiram M. Chittenden) Locks (0.2 miles), Carl S. English Jr. Botanical Garden (0.2 miles), National Nordic Museum (0.2 miles), Sonic Boom Records (0.6 miles), Ballard Farmers Market (0.8 miles), Tractor Tavern (0.9 miles)
DOWNTOWN SEATTLE: Space Needle (5.1 miles), The Crocodile (5.2 miles), Museum of History & Industry (MOHAI) (5.4 miles), Seattle Aquarium (5.7 miles), Seattle Art Museum (5.8 miles), The Showbox (5.8 miles), Pike Place Market (5.9 miles), Frye Art Museum (6.7 miles)
LOCAL ATTRACTIONS: Portal Virtual Reality (0.3 miles), Mox Boarding House (1.0 miles), Woodland Park Zoo (2.0 miles), Fremont Troll (2.9 miles), Burke Museum of Natural History and Culture (4.8 miles), Henry Art Gallery (5.0 miles)
PARKS & GARDENS: Salmon Bay Park (1.6 miles), Woodland Park Rose Garden (2.5 miles), Discovery Park (3.4 miles), Gas Works Park (3.6 miles), Parsons Gardens (3.8 miles), Kerry Park (4.1 miles), Green Lake Park (4.7 miles), Washington Park Arboretum UW Botanic Gardens (7.0 miles)
SHILSHOLE BAY: Beach access (0.7 miles), Northwest 60th St. Viewpoint (0.8 miles), Shilshole Bay Marina (1.4 miles), Eddie Vine Boat Ramp (1.9 miles), Golden Gardens Park (2.2 miles)
FOOD & DRINKS: Pestle Rock (0.5 miles), Salt & Straw (0.7 miles), The Matador (0.7 miles), The Old Pequliar (0.8 miles), Ray's Boathouse (1.0 miles), Percy's & Co. Seattle (1.0 miles), Ballard Brothers Seafood And Burgers (1.1 miles)
AIRPORT: Seattle-Tacoma International Airport (18.7 miles)
-- REST EASY WITH US --
Evolve makes it easy to find and book properties you'll never want to leave. You can relax knowing that our properties will always be ready for you and that we'll answer the phone 24/7. Even better, if anything is off about your stay, we'll make it right. You can count on our homes and our people to make you feel welcome — because we know what vacation means to you.
-- POLICIES --
- No smoking
- No pets allowed
- No events, parties, or large gatherings
- Please observe quiet hours from 10:00 PM to 7:00 AM
- Additional fees and taxes may apply
- Photo ID may be required upon check-in
- NOTE: This is a ground-floor unit with tenants above. You may occasionally hear footsteps/movement from above. These tenants also observe the same quiet hours to minimize disturbances
- NOTE: There is another bookable vacation rental on-site; other travelers may be present during your stay
- NOTE: The property does not have air conditioning
-- THE PROPERTY --
Keyless Entry | Grill
Bedroom 1: Queen Bed | Bedroom 2: 2 Twin XL Beds | Additional Sleeping: Full Sleeper Sofa
SHARED AMENITIES: Patio, gazebo, garden
INDOOR LIVING: Smart TV, books, desk, breakfast bar w/ seating, blackout curtains (in living room & bedrooms)
KITCHEN: Fully equipped, cooking basics, dishware/flatware, coffee maker, kettle, coffee & tea, blender, toaster, toaster oven, garbage disposal
GENERAL: Free WiFi, central heating, complimentary toiletries, linens/towels, ventless washer/dryer, laundry detergent, iron/board, hangers, trash bags/paper towels, Amazon Alexa
FAQ: 2 steps required for access, single-story unit, upstairs tenants, quiet hours (10:00 PM-7:00 AM), no A/C
PARKING: street parking (first-come, first-served)
ADDT’L ACCOMMODATIONS: An additional property is available on-site with a separate nightly rate. If you would like to reserve both rentals, please inquire for more information prior to booking
-- THE LOCATION --
BALLARD: Ballard (Hiram M. Chittenden) Locks (0.2 miles), Carl S. English Jr. Botanical Garden (0.2 miles), National Nordic Museum (0.2 miles), Sonic Boom Records (0.6 miles), Ballard Farmers Market (0.8 miles), Tractor Tavern (0.9 miles)
DOWNTOWN SEATTLE: Space Needle (5.1 miles), The Crocodile (5.2 miles), Museum of History & Industry (MOHAI) (5.4 miles), Seattle Aquarium (5.7 miles), Seattle Art Museum (5.8 miles), The Showbox (5.8 miles), Pike Place Market (5.9 miles), Frye Art Museum (6.7 miles)
LOCAL ATTRACTIONS: Portal Virtual Reality (0.3 miles), Mox Boarding House (1.0 miles), Woodland Park Zoo (2.0 miles), Fremont Troll (2.9 miles), Burke Museum of Natural History and Culture (4.8 miles), Henry Art Gallery (5.0 miles)
PARKS & GARDENS: Salmon Bay Park (1.6 miles), Woodland Park Rose Garden (2.5 miles), Discovery Park (3.4 miles), Gas Works Park (3.6 miles), Parsons Gardens (3.8 miles), Kerry Park (4.1 miles), Green Lake Park (4.7 miles), Washington Park Arboretum UW Botanic Gardens (7.0 miles)
SHILSHOLE BAY: Beach access (0.7 miles), Northwest 60th St. Viewpoint (0.8 miles), Shilshole Bay Marina (1.4 miles), Eddie Vine Boat Ramp (1.9 miles), Golden Gardens Park (2.2 miles)
FOOD & DRINKS: Pestle Rock (0.5 miles), Salt & Straw (0.7 miles), The Matador (0.7 miles), The Old Pequliar (0.8 miles), Ray's Boathouse (1.0 miles), Percy's & Co. Seattle (1.0 miles), Ballard Brothers Seafood And Burgers (1.1 miles)
AIRPORT: Seattle-Tacoma International Airport (18.7 miles)
-- REST EASY WITH US --
Evolve makes it easy to find and book properties you'll never want to leave. You can relax knowing that our properties will always be ready for you and that we'll answer the phone 24/7. Even better, if anything is off about your stay, we'll make it right. You can count on our homes and our people to make you feel welcome — because we know what vacation means to you.
-- POLICIES --
- No smoking
- No pets allowed
- No events, parties, or large gatherings
- Please observe quiet hours from 10:00 PM to 7:00 AM
- Additional fees and taxes may apply
- Photo ID may be required upon check-in
- NOTE: This is a ground-floor unit with tenants above. You may occasionally hear footsteps/movement from above. These tenants also observe the same quiet hours to minimize disturbances
- NOTE: There is another bookable vacation rental on-site; other travelers may be present during your stay
- NOTE: The property does not have air conditioning
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Amenities
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Washing machine
Dryer
Outdoor space
Parking available
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House Rules
Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 18
Check out before 10:00 AM
Children
Children allowed: ages 0–17
Events
No events allowed
Pets
No pets allowed
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
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 and a first aid kit
Property Registration Number STR-OPLI-22-000407
About the area
Seattle
Ballard, a neighbourhood in Seattle, is home to this apartment. Seattle Center and Paramount Theatre 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. Check out an event or a game at Climate Pledge Arena, and consider making time for Woodland Park Zoo, a top attraction not to be missed.

Seattle, WA
What's nearby
- National Nordic Museum - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
- Hiram M. Chittenden Locks - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
- 28th Avenue Northwest Street End Park - 4 min walk - 0.4 km
- Ballard Locks Fish Ladder - 7 min walk - 0.7 km
- Shilshole Bay Marina - 19 min walk - 1.6 km
Getting around
Restaurants
- Ballard Smoke Shop - 10 min walk
- Cardoon - 4 min walk
- Pico Café - 10 min walk
- Ballard Beer Box - 6 min walk
- Ocho - 9 min walk
Frequently asked questions
Reviews
10
Exceptional
Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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10/10
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Communication
10/10
Location
10/10
Listing accuracy
Reviews
14 September 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025
10/10 Excellent
Nathalie B.
1 January 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great location
Nathalie B.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2024
10/10 Excellent
sari l.
18 August 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
sari l.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2025
10/10 Excellent
Cindy M.
14 January 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great location!
Cindy M.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2023
10/10 Excellent
Becky B.
22 September 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Love Seattle
Becky B.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024
10/10 Excellent
John J.
31 July 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Perfect place for a Seattle visit.
John J.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023
This review is from a guest who booked and stayed through a partner site and can't be verified.
10/10 Excellent
Eddy
24 January 2025
I want to live there
Eddy
This review is from a guest who booked and stayed through a partner site and can't be verified.
10/10 Excellent
John
31 August 2023
Amazing home base to explore Seattle
John
10/10 Excellent
Maggie O.
12 December 2022
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Ballard Holiday Stay
Maggie O.
Stayed 6 nights in Dec 2022
8/10 Good
Elizabeth H.
30 July 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Perfect location!
Elizabeth H.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024
This review is from a guest who booked and stayed through a partner site and can't be verified.
10/10 Excellent
joanne (jody)
22 August 2024
Clean and Comfortable
joanne (jody)
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024
10/10 Excellent
Gretta W.
12 September 2022
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
A lovely stay
Gretta W.
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2022
10/10 Excellent
Verified traveller
11 June 2022
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Awesome Rental
Verified traveller
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2022
10/10 Excellent
Jacqueline E.
4 June 2022
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Milwaukee to Seattle - Memorial Day 2022
Jacqueline E.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2022
10/10 Excellent
Megan H.
5 September 2025
Megan H.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2025
10/10 Excellent
Jennifer
1 July 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Jennifer
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025
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