In town to visit friends and attend a wedding. Location was perfect for us with walking distance (less than a mile) through friendly neighborhoods to both city shops and coffee, and botanical gardens and locks. The garden apartment was a lovely haven of clean lines, comfortable spaces, a shelf of books and games for a variety of interests, and an inviting outdoor area for coffee in the morning and a little urban birding (if you don’t mind the rain ;). Lovely bathrooms, comfy beds, elegant kitchen corner, cozy couches. Welcoming ambiance from hosts and overall a very pleasant place. We would book again if returning to Ballard.