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Welcome to your private Ballard retreat! provides amenities like a garden and laundry facilities. Guests can connect to free in-room WiFi.

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

3 bedrooms2 bathrooms102 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Washer
  • Dryer
  • Pet friendly
  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning

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About this property

Welcome to your private Ballard retreat!

  • Entire private home.

    When you rent my home in Ballard you can expect complete privacy.

    Two off street parking spaces are available to you!

    Large fenced in yard. Great for you and your doggo!

    Two bedrooms. Two bathrooms. Large well stocked kitchen. Living Room with fireplace. Flex Room with futon that can be made into an additional bed.

    This home, conveniently located in Seattle's Ballard Neighborhood, is a true oasis in the city. A great home base for all of your Seattle adventures.

    Two off-street parking spaces in front of the home as well as additional free on street parking.

    Near two major bus lines for easy access to downtown Ballard and downtown Seattle.

    Walkable to nearby grocery, bars and restaurants.

    Please feel free to reach out to me with any additional questions. I would be delighted to welcome you to my Ballard home!

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in the house: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Wheelchair-accessible parking and van parking available

Kitchen

  • Blender
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Electric kettle
  • Ice maker
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Paper towels
  • Refrigerator
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 3 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 2 bathrooms
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Separate dining area

Entertainment

  • Books
  • Smart TV

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Patio

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Work spaces

  • Desk
  • Desk chair

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly
  • Welcoming cats and dogs only
  • One pet total (up to 50 lbs per pet)

Suitability/Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • 1 accessible parking space
  • Area rugs in public areas
  • Hardwood flooring in public areas
  • No elevator (single-level property)
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible van parking
  • Designated smoking areas

Services and conveniences

  • Concierge services
  • Housekeeping (on request)
  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • Near the marina

Things to do

  • Bicycle parking
  • Bicycle storage
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Motor boating nearby
  • Sailing nearby
  • Whale watching nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
  • Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • Fire extinguisher

General

  • Bicycle parking
  • Bicycle storage
  • Composting
  • Eco-friendly cleaning products used
  • Garden
  • Housekeeping (on request)
  • Local artist showcase
  • Recycling
  • Reusable coffee/tea filters
  • Some LED lighting used
  • Unit size: 1,100 square feet

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Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 21

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM
Contactless check-out available

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Rules

No Smoking is ever allowed inside the home.

Pets

Pets allowed
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Welcoming dogs and cats only
1 total (up to 50 lbs per pet)

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

Events

No events allowed

Smoking

Smoking allowed: in designated areas

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
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher
This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation
Property Registration Number STR-OPLI-23-001263

About the neighborhood

Ballard, a neighborhood in Seattle, is home to this vacation home. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Lake Union and Lake Washington, while Woodland Park Zoo and Seattle Aquarium are popular area attractions. Looking to enjoy an event or a game? See what's going on at Seattle Center or Climate Pledge Arena. Looking to get your feet wet? Kayaking, motor boating and sailing adventures can be found near the property. Visit our Seattle travel guide
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What's nearby

  • A sailboat on calm waters during sunset with a mountain range in the background.
    Golden Gardens Park
    4 min drive - 1.3 km
  • A parking lot with several flags and a vehicle.
    National Nordic Museum
    7 min drive - 2.7 km
  • Sunset Hill Park
    5 min drive - 1.7 km
  • Taproot Theatre
    6 min drive - 2.1 km
  • Ballard Farmers Market
    6 min drive - 2.6 km

Getting around

  • Roosevelt Station
    10 min drive
  • Edmonds Station
    21 min drive
  • Seattle, WA (BFI-Boeing Field)
    35 min drive

Restaurants

  • Gourmet Latte
    14 min walk
  • Thunderbird Tavern
    4 min walk
  • Mabel
    15 min walk
  • Thai Siam Restaurant
    7 min walk
  • Un Bien
    7 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is Welcome to your private Ballard retreat! pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows cats and dogs (limit 1 total) with a maximum weight of up to 50 lbs per pet.

How much is parking?

Onsite parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Welcome to your private Ballard retreat!?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Welcome to your private Ballard retreat!?

Check-out is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Welcome to your private Ballard retreat! located?

Located in Ballard, this vacation home is 1.1 mi (1.8 km) from Golden Gardens Park and 2.3 mi (3.7 km) from Woodland Park Zoo. National Nordic Museum and Shilshole Bay Marina are also within 3 mi (5 km).

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Reviews

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Cleanliness

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Location

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Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Carmen J.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The owner is super sweet. The house is adorable & clean. Will definitely stay again!
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Corinna C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Fantastic location - quiet, easy walk to downtown Ballard, great for running options. Great value for a very clean home with all the necessary amenities. Would book again!
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Eileen G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The host was wonderful, the house immaculate, and we were so comfortable and pleased with everything. The host included so many additional ammenities and we felt incredibly welcome!
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Thomas K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The house was comfortable and charming and well supplied with amenities
Stayed 5 nights in Nov 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Steve

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
We had a wonderful stay at Cole's place. The house is clean and the neighborhood is quiet and safe. There is a designated secure parking spot on the driveway. We would stay again if we visit again.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Kathleen A.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
A great pet-friendly home in a great neighborhood. Close to everything from restaurants to grocery stores. We had the best time. The house was clean and well stocked in every way. The host left fresh flowers and was very responsive when we reached out. 100% will stay here again!
Augie being a good boy.
Augie enjoying the yard
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Kirsten M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The house was so cute comfortable. Cole was AMAZING! Best host I've ever met. Will definitely make it a point to rent from him again. Thanks for everything!
Stayed 11 nights in Oct 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jody H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We had a great stay at Cole’s Ballard cottage. The house was very clean and the neighborhood is lovely and quiet but close to lots of fun things in Ballard, including a nice neighborhood park and a soccer/baseball field. Cole was very pleasant to deal with and left lots of helpful information. Checking in and out was very easy. I would definitely stay here again and highly recommend it.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Amy H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Fantastic experience all around. This home exceeded expectations, right down to the smallest of details (soft towels, plenty of pillows, lovely hand soap, etc.). We especially loved the private yard. We didn’t have our dog with us, but she would have been delighted! For anyone with kids, there’s a great playground in walking distance. Would definitely stay again!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Virginia C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Our host (Cole) was very welcoming. The place was clean and open/large enough for my family of five. The best part was that it was an 8 minute walk to my son's home nearby. And we really appreciated the rental's interior set-up --- with one bedroom & bath on one side of the place and the other two bedrooms & bath on the other side. (Worked well for my other son and his young family to have their own area.)
Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Tom S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This is a very charming two bedroom house. Very comfortable, beautifully decorated, and nicely appointed. Great neighborhood and location in the north of Ballard section of Seattle Cole is an excellent host who clearly has thought through the needs of his clients. He made us feel very welcome. His communication was proactive and clear. He was very attentive to our needs to ensure an excellent experience. We were very happy with Cole and this property and would recommend to others without reservation. We would definitely stay here again. Thanks Cole!
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jazmin H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The house is so perfect for your pets, so ADA compliant! I spent a month here recovering from major surgery and I was very impressed with how well the hosts took care of me, even putting a ramp in the front to get over the couple of steps. There is a shower chair in case you or your family might need that. And the hosts are so kind and willing to stop by at any time to help out if needed! I really appreciated the fenced in yard for our furry friends. And it’s really just a lovely home to spend some time in Seattle. Ballard is the best neighborhood to be a tourist in. It makes you feel like you are just one of the community. There’s a plethora of good food within a minutes walk or drive everywhere you look. I can’t say enough good things about this home!
Stayed 30 nights in Feb 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Rebecca P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great house! The master bedroom has a door that sends in a ton of light if you like to sleep in. But its vacation so it didn't bother us. Or you can just sleep in the other rooms. Super quiet neighborhood and great to just walk around. Also the neighborhood cat Freya was my kids favorite.
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Julie C.

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

Beautiful home in perfect location

Great house, absolutely beautiful and sparkling clean. Plenty of towels, HOT water in the showers, washer and dryer. Kitchen well supplied for cooking, and gorgeous outdoor area to enjoy the cooler Seattle weather. Loyal Heights/Ballard is our fave area to stay. Easy 10 minute walk to Larsens - my favorite bakery of all time. Easy access to groceries, restaurants, a great park, and public transportation. Host was communicative and helpful. We would absolutely book again.
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Angela G.

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

Cozy & Comfortable

We had a small family reunion along with our pups. The enclosed yard was spacious and perfect! The house was super clean and fully stocked with extra blankets, towels, pillows and very comfortable! Location was prime! And a driveway for convenient parking.Cole was incredibly attentive to any of our needs or requests. I definitely will stay here again! within 15 minute
Stayed 5 nights in May 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Donna T.

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

Very private, clean, and quiet

This home surpassed our expectations. The large yard provided ample privacy and a great space to enjoy the outdoors. The home was very clean and the kitchen was well-stocked with cooking supplies and essentials. Impressed with the host’s attention to detail — we really appreciated the small things like good quality toilet paper and hand soap, portable fans in each room, and accurate labels on the kitchen drawers and cabinets. Off-street parking was very convenient, it was a relief to not have to worry about finding parking. One thing to note — if you are sensitive to air quality, there is a fireplace in the living room that has a pilot light that does not turn off, so you may need to open the windows for ventilation. Overall our stay was a great experience, would stay again!
Stayed 5 nights in May 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Joshua K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Property was very welcoming, clean, and comfortable. Great place for a family to stay and would come again.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Etienne B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Excellent place to stay if you want a totally accommodating stay. One of the best parts of the city as well. Would definitely stay again.
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Vanessa N.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Wonderful stay and very comfortable. Home was very clean and kitchen was well stocked with cooking supplies. There were lots of nice touches throughout, including a nice welcome card and thorough home/neighborhood informational guide. Located in a beautiful quiet neighborhood close to lots of restaurants and shops.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Mattie M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Location and accommodations were wonderful! Super cute neighborhood and the house was charming. Very clean and exactly as described. Bedding was comfortable and the persons touches in the welcoming book and throughout the house were great. Will definitely be back!
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Marie B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Cole was so great as a host, very responsive and willing to work with us on timing adjustments. The house was super cute and worked great for our needs. The off street parking was a big plus. Highly recommend!
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Linda C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Wonderful home base for our Seattle vacation, thank you so much!
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Sandra D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Very well stocked, easy parking, close to every event we wanted.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Carlos M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great house! It was perfect for 6 adults.
Stayed 7 nights in Nov 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Theresa S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The host had the house decorated for Christmas and left out little Christmas treats for us. The house was lovely and the petfect size for us. We would happily stay there again.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2025