Places to stay near Carkeek Park

Private Ballard Backyard Cottage with Natural Light

Escape the bustle of the city and relax in a cozy backyard sanctuary. Sample local craft beer in an Adirondack chair in the garden. Watch a widescreen TV from the bed and make coffee in the morning. This adorable cottage comes complete with queen bed, hardwood flooring, kitchenette with Farmhouse sink, kitchen island, fridge freezer, Kuerig coffee maker, toaster, slow cooker, and induction hot plate. With a 50 gallon water heater there will be enough hot water for all your needs. The high end bathroom is completed with a Kohler sink, toilet and hardware. There is also a closet to hang and store clothes and bags. The cottage is heated via high efficiency electric infra red heaters mounted on the ceiling. There is also a whole house ventilation system to keep the air fresh throughout the year (the switch to turn hi/low or on/off is inside the closet). Cable TV, wifi and a DVD player are also available. Amazon and Netflix are included on the smart TV for your use with your own passwords. Free parking is available on the street in front of the Cottage/Main house. The Cottage is a short walk via a gravel pathway to the right of the main house towards the back of the property. Guests are welcome to use the patio seating area outside the Cottage, which includes Adirondack chairs, picnic table, and a Weber grill. We welcome contact via email, text or cell at anytime before or during your stay to answer any questions you may have. During your stay, we like to leave the personal interaction guest dependent. We value your privacy and would love to give you a friendly welcome greeting if we pass. However, we are always available and more than happy to chat, just let us know. The Seattle neighborhood of Ballard has many restaurants, bars, coffee shops, a cinema, bakeries, and quirky stores. The Sunday market is a must. Golden Gardens Beach, the Ballard Locks, and the Nordic Heritage Museum are all close by. The Cottage is around a 20 min drive to Downtown Seattle. One block from the Cottage you can catch the #40 bus to Downtown Seattle, Fremont, and South Lake Union. Uber and Lyft are readily available in this neighborhood. Grant and Bev are garden lovers, whether it's pottering in the garden, BBQ'ing outside the main house or just chilling. Our kids are also outdoor enthusiasts so will be in and out the garden space around the main house. There is also a store room built at the back of the Cottage with access only from the garden that we use time to time. We respect your privacy and space. The patio area outside the Cottage is for your exclusive use.

Greenwood Piano Studio - Clean lines & big windows

Our magical studio is close to downtown Greenwood and has easy transit access everywhere in the city (bus stops are within walking distance!). There's a movie theater, grocery store, beautiful coffee shop, and a few restaurants less than a mile away.. You’ll love the oversized windows and stylish esthetic (all wood walls, recessed light, & polished cement floor). We've provided beautiful linens, personal touches, and a clean space so you can enjoy your time in this perfect Seattle home base.

Tranquil Seattle Retreat

Clean-Comfort-Style! Private garden-suite & entrance. Minutes to Puget Sound: beach, hiking, play areas. Walkable quiet neighborhood with Olympic Mt. views Nearby: Trendy Ballard & Greenwood Ave: Top Seattle restaurants, cafes, boutiques, craft breweries, music venues, farmers market & the Ballard Locks, Woodland Park Zoo & Green Lake. Northgate Station light rail & ice rinks. Easy access to the airport /downtown. xfi internet (fast) Cable TV-Stream Downtown: 8 mi Free: parking, coffee/tea

Greenlake Cabin

Private parking steps from entrance. A beautiful, light-filled, newly constructed modern abode two blocks from Green Lake. A nordic-inspired cabin, tastefully furnished with modern classics; primely located between downtown, the UW & Fremont neighborhoods. Private entrance, reserved parking, 24-hr keyless entry, private garden patio area with full amenities. Easy transit, I-5 access. Please note this property has an Airbnb exemption from hosting service animals or emotional support animals.

Secret Garden Suite in Blue Ridge

Delightful, spacious (400 sq. ft.), private, daylight basement studio in North Seattle. Whether you are in Seattle for a long weekend or here for work, my space is the perfect Seattle getaway. After adventures in the city, relax in this tranquil garden and living space. The space includes a private entrance, a bathroom with 5 shower heads, a queen size bed and a very comfortable full-size futon if a second bed is needed. No kitchen, but a fridge, microwave, Keurig and dishes are available.

Comfy Craftsman Cottage

A fully detached 800 sq ft craftsman-style cottage built in 2018, lots of light and amenities! Parking on site for 2 guest vehicles. The cottage and the owners home are on a large corner city lot, divided by parking area and owners yard. The private cottage yard includes an herb garden, blueberries and a patio. Easy bus ride to downtown and Pike Place Market and a 12 minute walk to the vibrant Greenwood center. Green Lake Park is 1 mile away and very popular with the locals and their dogs.

Cozy Retreat +Spacious Private Spa Experience

Charming Ballard Basement Suite: Cozy 1-bedroom unit. Private entrance, modern amenities, prime location in the heart of Ballard. Steps away from vibrant shops, cafes, parks, the famous Ballard locks (🚶to 🐟 ) and Farmers market. Relax in the dry sauna, enjoy complementary face masks. Perfect for couples or solo travelers seeking a homey retreat. Note: While our historic home boasts unique character, its older construction means sound may travel more easily. Reg #: STR-OPLI-23-001201

Spacious SEAVIEW SUITE at Luxury Estate

Beautiful Romantic Private Suite with expansive views of Puget Sound & the Olympic Mountains located just minutes from trendy Ballard neighborhood with lots of restaurants, boutiques & coffee shops and downtown Seattle waterfront. Kitchenette, spacious full bath, dining table, desk, free internet, LED TV with DirecTV, plus off-street/private parking included. Sleeps 3 adults comfortably. Outdoor yard & patio feature dining furniture, gas BBQ, & in-ground gas fire pit are common areas.

2 BR Home near Space Needle & UW Campus

Centrally located just a few minutes north of the space needle. Our luxury 2 bedroom home is the perfect place to relax after a long day of adventures. Nearby you will find some world famous landmarks and some of the best foods Seattle has to offer! We have all of the amenities to make your stay feel like a true home away from home. Fully stocked kitchen, Coffee & Tea, full size washer/dryer, AC & Heat throughout, Active Disney, Netflix, Hulu, ESPN apps, Iron board & Hair Dryer.

Peaceful Urban Retreat

This home is super clean. Broadview is a special urban community that is 20 minutes to DT. This retreat is 800+/- sq ft. Spacious, light-filled rooms. Close to Carkeek Park, bus-lines, grocery stores and eateries. High speed, Internet. Longer stays I can offer a discount. The min. stay is 3 days. The guest area is part of our home but separate & private. All artwork was selected and signed by local artist. Beautiful gardens in the summer.

LEED Platinum Green Eco-home Getaway

We've been lucky to travel all over the world, and we’ve stayed at AirBnBs in NYC's East Village with creaking walk-up stairs, pre-war hotels in Paris with tiny elevators, and soaring towers of glass and steel overlooking Tokyo -- so we've designed the apartment with the things we think are most important. We're away from the hustle and bustle of downtown, within easy access of great parts of Seattle by bus, car, even foot and bike!

Private Retreat W/Rooftop Sauna & Shower.

Retreat to this private, architect designed 2nd floor apartment in a walkable neighborhood just 7 miles from downtown Seattle. This colorful, light-filled space boasts classic MC furniture, bold accent walls, audiophile stereo. Climb a few more stairs to discover the rejuvenating and relaxing properties of a state-of-the-art Finnish sauna in your own private roof top retreat. Plush robes, towels, and spa sandals await.