Guesthouse vacation rentals in West Seattle

Backyard Cottage Retreat: Private, Cozy, Walkable

Perch on a stool at the breakfast bar under airy vaulted pine ceilings in this bright, cozy studio home. This modern backyard cottage is tucked away in a private setting, yet steps away from everything this hip neighborhood has to offer. Custom designed and hand-built by the hosts, this backyard cottage is a sanctuary in the city. After a day of exploring nearby beaches, beautiful parks, kayaking the sound or eating your way through the Farmer’s Market, come home and unwind on the private deck. Free street parking! A short walk to lots of restaurants, coffee shops, Whole Foods & Trader Joe’s. Finished in 2016, this new, custom-built studio cottage is tucked away in a private setting. The 400 sq. ft. craftsman style space is thoughtfully designed to incorporate natural daylight through large windows and high pine wood cathedral ceilings. The tasteful, modern craftsman interior creates a cozy home away from home and offers all you need for an overnight or an extended stay. Your fully equipped kitchen offers quartz countertops, a sink with Grohe faucet, petite 4-burner stove with oven, refrigerator, freezer, microwave, Keurig coffee maker (coffee provided!), and everything you need to prepare meals, if you prefer to eat in. You'll sleep comfortably in the queen sized bed with new memory foam mattress and enjoy a full bathroom with a brand new tiled shower/tub. A CB2 Flex Full-size Sleeper Sofa (rated best sleeper sofa by Apartment Therapy) can accommodate another guest. Your cottage is set back from the street in our private backyard, atop our garage (not parked in, and rarely opened), surrounded by trees and a greenbelt behind our house. It is designed to be eco-friendly with SIP panels, LED lighting, heat pump water heater and radiant floor heating. Serene, healthy, and beautiful - and close to everything! It's perfect for out of town guests, vacationers, a staycation, or business travelers. You have the benefit of a completely private space above our detached garage with full 24-hour access, free on-street parking, and a private entrance. There are 12 stairs from the driveway to the cottage, which is a second story unit. Fresh sheets and towels are provided for longer visits, upon request. Privacy is all yours, though we're happy to help you with navigate our neighborhood and Seattle, and provide recommendations if desired. West Seattle is a sought-after neighborhood that is perfect for foodies, shoppers, families, adventurers, outdoor lovers and those visiting the city and the great Pacific Northwest--and only a 10-15 minute drive from downtown! Visit famous Alki Beach & take a walk along Lincoln Park. Walk to one of our many locally owned coffee shops, or pick up some fresh flowers or artisan made goodies on Sundays at the local Farmer's Market. Enjoy one of our many delicious restaurants. The cottage is so walkable! Your cottage is very close to the Metro city bus lines (1-3 blocks depending on what # bus) which provides easy access to hot spots like West Seattle’s own Alki Beach, a sandy Puget Sound beach with a walking/bike path, paddle boarding, canoes, and numerous eateries and coffeehouses, or beautifully wooded Lincoln Park with walking trails and huge native trees. Or zip downtown Seattle (10-15 minutes by car, 20 minutes by bus) to the take in the Waterfront, Pike Place Market, retail shopping, music venues, Seattle Center and the Space Needle, Washington State Convention Center, Starbucks headquarters, Seattle Art Museum and Pioneer Square art galleries, Safeco Field (baseball), CenturyLink Field (football), or a Washington State Ferry and much more. Light rail is also available to and from SeaTac airport with one bus transfer. You can also access Car2Go in Seattle if you have a membership. Street parking is free for Car2Go anywhere in the city. We have plenty of free street parking on our street for a vehicle or rental car. We are eager to welcome you to your cottage and enjoy the benefits of meeting new people from near and far. We are Northwest natives and college sweethearts, who have lived and traveled internationally. Now, we reside in Seattle, working to better our world through a child-focused international relief & development organization, and engineering for energy efficiency of our natural resources. We have children by birth and international adoption who are a tremendous privilege to parent. We hope you will join us soon for an overnight stay or longer!

Hummingbird Cottage in Quiet Residential Arbor Heights

We are 20 minutes from the airport and 20 minutes from downtown with easy access to the beaches at Alki and Lincoln Park. Your quiet backyard refuge is newly remodeled with everything you’ll need for a weekend or a month. We are just a half block from the bus stop and access to Seattle’s great transit system. Whether you’re here for Business, visiting family, or on holiday, Hummingbird cottage should fill the bill. You have off street parking and the entire space to yourself, with laundry facilities and a full kitchen at your disposal. If you need a highchair or pack-n-play crib for your little one just let us know. I’ll be here to greet you (unless you come in very late), in which case I’ll give you the code for our August Bluetooth lock to get in when you arrive. We’re only 50 feet away if you need us but will give you your space if you don’t. Arbor Heights is a tranquil neighborhood halfway between the airport and downtown, plus only a few minutes from grocery stores, restaurants. and parks with amazing views. Alki and Lincoln Park beaches are also easily accessible. Seattle is a good city to get around in by car but if you’re going downtown you might want to leave the car and catch the 21 bus to save the parking hassle and cost.

La Casita- Gated & Private 2BR + sleeper sofa Home

La Casita is a private, detached (2-bedroom + sleep sofa) guesthouse in a quiet neighborhood in West Seattle sleeping up to 7 guests. Enjoy a gated entrance, dedicated parking, Wi-Fi, Smart TV, washer/dryer, and a fully equipped kitchenette. Just 15 minutes to Downtown, Alki Beach (the Best Beach in Seattle), Lincoln Park & Sea-Tac. A bus stop one block away offers easy access to Seattle’s waterfront, stadiums, and World Cup events—making La Casita the perfect home base for your Seattle stay!

Serene Seattle Bungalow: One block from beach

Nestled among the trees, this charming bungalow is your nature retreat in the heart of West Seattle. Open your door to the fragrance of lavender and the sounds of birdsong all around you. Walk five minutes to the beach and see the Olympic Mountains towering over the Puget Sound. Yet, you are still just a five minute drive from the hottest West Seattle restaurants and less twenty minutes to downtown Seattle. The ideal gateway to the Olympics or serene Seattle getaway, we can’t wait to host you!

Red Door Flat, Luxurious Studio in West Seattle

Let stress flow away under one of the two shower heads in a luxurious sky lit bathroom. Grab a towel from a heated rack and slip into a soft robe. Watch widescreen TV from a king-size bed. Everything about this open and airy space is designed for relaxation. The studio is less than a mile to the main shopping area, main mass transit center to downtown Seattle and numerous grocery stores and restaurants. and a Sunday farmers' market runs all year. It's also just over a mile to Alki Beach.

Cozy, Comfy Cottage & Deck near Fauntleroy Ferry

Located in the south end of delightful West Seattle, this cozy space is full of artful touches. Queen bed, 3/4 bathroom, lovely kitchen with oven/stove, microwave, mini-fridge. Parking space off-alley for mid-size & smaller cars. You'll have some outdoor space all to yourself on the deck. Walk to coffee, sandwich shops, stunning parks, the library and more. We're on the bus line! * 2 mins to grocery & Target * 5 mins to Fauntleroy Ferry * 20 mins to Downtown * 20 mins to SeaTac Airport

Longfellow Creek

This one-bedroom apartment is nestled on a lovely property in the woods, and is still centrally located. The apartment is full of natural light, has Persian rug covered bamboo flooring throughout, a quartz counter-topped kitchen, fully tiled bathroom: floor and shower, and has a remarkably comfortable king size memory foam bed. Two pairs of french doors open the living room up to the garden. Longfellow creek borders the property, beavers included, and a network of park trails as-well.

Serene City Studio

Vibrant studio guest house. Every comfort was thought of as this studio was designed (and used primarily for) visiting family. This studio offers 2 queen beds (one in a bedroom that can be sectioned off with a curtain and one as a pull out sofa in the media area), a gorgeous bath with a separate sink/vanity space, a pull down desk work space and a full kitchen with an eat- in bar that seats 3. Internet: WiFi 6, Ethernet ports, 1,200 mbps ISP. 2 foldout desk options provide work spaces.

Cozy one-bedroom guesthouse with patio and parking

Note: Effective September 15, 2026, Airbnb’s fees for guests, as well as taxes, will now be part of the listed nightly rate. Lovely guesthouse with private patio and free off-street parking. Walking distance to Alaska Junction or a beautiful walk along the water. The couch in the main area pulls out to a full size bed. It can accommodate two small people. Best suited for children traveling with a family of four or similar situation. Contact us first if you want to use the sofa bed.

Awesome studio with AC, great walking and transit

The Admiral Guesthouse is a beautiful backyard cottage we built to invite more people to explore Seattle and all it has to offer. This floor 1 studio comes completely equipped with queen bed, dedicated workspace, Smart TV, minifridge, microwave and coffee/Tea station. Black out blinds for comfortable rest and heat/AC. Prime location with a 90-walk score, restaurants, bars, coffee shops, transit you name it. Close to Alki beach easy access to the stadiums & quick drive downtown.

Forest Hideaway: Private Suite by Lincoln Park

Escape to a dreamy hideaway, where your private 1-bedroom suite feels like a cozy forest treehouse. Enjoy a king bed, luxe bathroom, kitchen, and outdoor patio. Tucked beside a natural area, you’ll hear birds singing and will smell the ocean air yet you will be minutes from the spectacular Lincoln Park, other beautiful beaches, coffee, boutique shops, grocery, and dining. Bright, stylish, and custom-designed by your hosts, it’s a peaceful city sanctuary. Free street parking!

The Seattle House (guest house with a view)

Centrally located custom built guesthouse minutes from downtown, airport, and beach. Walk to coffee/deli or 5m drive to local businesses, restaurants, and groceries. 1 bedroom, 1 bathroom guest house with a qn bed on the main level, addt'l qn bed in loft area leading to view deck accessed via "ship's ladder" stairs. Outdoor patio with seating. Qn sleeper sofa in livingroom area with large smart tv and LED fireplace. Ideal for small families and couples. 4 guests.