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Guesthouse in West Seattle

4.96 out of 5 average rating, 909 reviews

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!

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Rental unit in West Seattle

4.91 out of 5 average rating, 499 reviews

Alki Beach Oasis

One block from beautiful Alki Beach Park, this elegant and open studio apartment is custom decorated by J&S Design Co. It’s peaceful and quiet, with fantastic restaurants and pubs, sandy beaches, and stunning sunsets just a short stroll from your door. Easy access to the city center puts all of Seattle's top attractions at your fingertips, making the Alki Beach Oasis the the perfect getaway. For up to 4 people, check out our other listing, the Alki Beach Oasis 2. There's plenty of room for 2 adults, making the Alki Oasis perfect for your private getaway. For your family, or couples retreat, check out the Alki Oasis 2 (https://www.airbnb.com/rooms/24772746) All guests have access to the private deck, the large fenced garden, and laundry facilities on request. Use the Airbnb app to reach us anytime West Seattle has a real urban neighborhood feel. It's relaxing and safe, with trees, sidewalks, and miles of public waterfront and beach. It's a short stroll from the house to Alki Beach and the center of Seattle's vibrant waterfront area. With the host and co-host right in your neighborhood, answers to your questions are just minutes away.

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Guesthouse in West Seattle

4.94 out of 5 average rating, 211 reviews

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!

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Guesthouse in West Seattle

4.87 out of 5 average rating, 134 reviews

West Seattle Garden Cottage by Lincoln Park

Recently refinished backyard cottage set in a breathtaking garden. The full kitchen, private patio and proximity to transit and amenities make for an ideal getaway to the Pacific Northwest, however long your stay. The space is a cozy residence for one to two people, fitting up to four in a pinch with the fold-down futon. Wake up to birds singing and the backyard fountain babbling, put on a pot of coffee, and head out the door for a walk along the beach and nearby forest. STR-OPLI-22-001018

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Guesthouse in West Seattle

5 out of 5 average rating, 237 reviews

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.

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Guesthouse in West Seattle

4.98 out of 5 average rating, 141 reviews

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.

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Guesthouse in West Seattle

4.98 out of 5 average rating, 503 reviews

Beach Drive Cottage

Quiet and private backyard cottage in West Seattle with public beach access 1/2 block away across the street. Beautiful sunsets, .1+ mile walk to Alki sandy beach. 10 minutes to Vashon ferry/Lincoln Park. Drive to downtown in 20 (unless heavy traffic) minutes, Metro in 30 minutes or the water taxi and be there in 15 minutes. Close to CenturyLink and T-Mobile Field. Tempur-pedic queen Murphy bed, kitchen, bath, and office. 1 parking sp . Close to all shopping/restaurants. Washer/Dryer.

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Guesthouse in West Seattle

4.87 out of 5 average rating, 441 reviews

Quiet Seattle Cottage Nestled in the Trees

One parking space, nearby parks, on a quiet dead end street. Hostess is nearby for any questions and concerns. A friendly family lives in a house on the same property, but want you to enjoy your private apartment without disturbance. The home is in hilly West Seattle featuring stunning views of the sound and the Seattle skyline. There are several tasty restaurants to check out close by and also convenient access to Alki Beach. Check out the West Seattle water taxi!

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Cottage in West Seattle

4.96 out of 5 average rating, 212 reviews

New West Seattle Cute Little Cottage!

15 minute drive to downtown Seattle. 25 minutes from SeaTac Airport. The newly renovated cottage is an absolute delight and I'm so excited to offer it as a short term rental. The cottage is located in a quiet neighborhood minutes walk from Morgan Junction (restaurants, coffee shops, grocery shopping), Lincoln Park (trails, green spaces galore, and a water front path), and Lowman Beach. The cottage offers peek a boo views of the Sound to enjoy with your morning coffee.

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Guest suite in West Seattle

4.97 out of 5 average rating, 206 reviews

Urban Oasis West Seattle: Near Stadiums & Downtown

This urban oasis is nestled in a historic West Seattle orchard just minutes from the West Seattle bridge. You will have your own private entrance through the garden and enjoy a sun-filled one bedroom apartment with nine foot ceilings, a fireplace, and an outdoor secluded patio. The apartment includes a full kitchen complete with dishwasher, microwave, stove and refrigerator. It is equipped with a washer/dryer and heater/air conditioner to ensure a comfortable stay.

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Guest suite in Seattle

4.92 out of 5 average rating, 125 reviews

Cozy Studio with Kitchenette and Laundry

Everything is included in this cozy studio. The perfect place for a long term traveler to refresh their laundry and take a break from eating out every day. Walking distance to both Westcrest Dog Park for your pups and downtown White Center with bars, restaurants, coffee shops, and even a roller rink and bowling alley. Just off of 509 and 99. Close to the Fauntleroy Ferry Terminal for easy island access. Exactly mid-way between SeaTac airport and downtown.

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Guesthouse in West Seattle

4.99 out of 5 average rating, 329 reviews

Seattle Alki Beach Cottage Studio

Welcome to your private, quiet retreat, featuring a tiny footprint with luxe features in a garden setting. Only 1-block from Alki beach, experience the best of PNW beach living. Your own secure building (325 sq ft studio) with kitchenette, queen bed, washer/dryer and air conditioning. The cottage studio has the added feature of its own lovely private outdoor area that is filled with garden blooms during the spring and summer. Find us on IG @alkicottage.