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Captain's Cottage, historic cottage on corner lot.

Cottage near Seattle Cruise Ship Terminal 91 in Seattle

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Property grounds
Exterior
Outdoor dining
A bedroom with a bed, two bedside tables, a window, and wall decorations.
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop

Reviews

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

1 bedroom1 bathroomSleeps 343 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Washer
  • Dryer
  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning
  • Outdoor Space

Explore the area

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Seattle, WA
  • Place, Ballard Farmers Market
    ‪17 min walk‬
  • Place, Woodland Park Zoo
    ‪5 min drive‬
  • Place, Green Lake Park
    ‪7 min drive‬
  • Airport, Seattle, WA (SEA-Seattle - Tacoma Intl.)
    ‪43 min drive‬

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About the area

Seattle

Ballard stay.Your stay at this Ballard cottage places you within 2 miles (3 km) of Woodland Park Zoo and National Nordic Museum. Green Lake Park and Fremont Troll are also within 3 miles (5 km).
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What's nearby

  • Ballard Building - 14 min walk - 1.2 km
  • Ballard Farmers Market - 17 min walk - 1.4 km
  • Woodland Park Zoo - 5 min drive - 1.7 km
  • National Nordic Museum - 5 min drive - 2.1 km
  • Green Lake Park - 7 min drive - 2.1 km

Getting around

  • U District Station - 9 min drive
  • King Street Station - 21 min drive
  • Seattle, WA (LKE-Lake Union Seaplane Base) - 22 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬8 min walk
  • ‪Taco Bell - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Mainstay Provisions - ‬11 min walk
  • ‪El Camion - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪Stoup Brewing - ‬9 min walk

About this property

Entire place

You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

Captain's Cottage, historic cottage on corner lot.

The quiet and cozy Captain’s Cottage is an homage to the unique history of Ballard, where a large population of Scandinavians worked in the boat building industry at the turn of the 20th century. Inside this 1915 cottage showcases many treasures from the Captain’s seafaring travels. The house is situated on a corner lot with a front and back yard, where one can sit under the shade of fruit trees or take a walk to explore the neighborhood full of great restaurants, cafes and breweries with outdoor seating. **If you have mobility issues please note steps are required to enter the property and access the bathroom. ***If you are taller than 6 feet, this house may be too small for you.

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Property amenities

Ski

  • Cross-country skiing nearby
  • Snowboarding nearby

Internet

  • Available in the cottage: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Blender
  • Coffee grinder
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Electric kettle
  • Lobster/crab pot
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Paper towels
  • Refrigerator
  • Spices
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster

Bedrooms

  • Bedroom
  • Bedsheets provided
  • Sofa bed

Bathroom

  • 1 bathroom
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Living room

Entertainment

  • Books
  • Games
  • Smart TV with cable/satellite channels

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill
  • Fenced yard
  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Work spaces

  • Desk
  • Desk chair

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • 6 steps to reach entrance
  • Area rugs in public areas
  • Gravel flooring in public areas
  • Handrails in stairways
  • Hardwood flooring in public areas
  • No elevator
  • Smooth flooring in public areas
  • Smoking not allowed

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • Near a health/beauty spa
  • Near a hospital
  • Near a zoo
  • Near the bay
  • Near the marina

Things to do

  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Ecotours nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Motor boating nearby
  • Mountain biking nearby
  • Mountain climbing nearby
  • Rafting nearby
  • Sailing nearby
  • Scuba diving nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Whale watching nearby
  • Wildlife walks 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)
  • First aid kit
  • Fire extinguisher

General

  • Garden
  • Unit size: 460 square feet

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 3:00 PM
Contactless check-in available

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

Check-out instructions

The host requires you complete the following before checking out:
Take out the trash
Turn off the lights and lock the doors
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.

Rules

Remove shoes in the home. There are bins to store them under the bench just inside the front door.
Maintain clean counters, immediately dispose of food waste to back yard compost bin and do not eat in the bedroom.
No candles, open flames, fireworks, firearms or weapons of any kind allowed on the property.

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.

Events

No events allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

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
Long-term renters welcome
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 and a first aid kit
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room
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
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a private host, not a professional engaged in trade or business. This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children. If you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room. Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited. Long-term renters welcome. For guests' safety, the property includes a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, and a first aid kit in each accommodation.

Property Registration Number STR-OPLI-19-000192

Frequently asked questions

How close is Captain's Cottage, historic cottage on corner lot. to the airport?

This cottage is 5.1 mi (22-min drive) away from the Seattle, WA (LKE-Lake Union Seaplane Base) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

Does Captain's Cottage, historic cottage on corner lot. have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at this cottage.

How close is Captain's Cottage, historic cottage on corner lot. to the beach?

This cottage is 11.7 mi (30-min drive) from Alki Beach.

Does Captain's Cottage, historic cottage on corner lot. offer free breakfast?

This cottage does not offer free breakfast.

Is there a casino at Captain's Cottage, historic cottage on corner lot.?

No, there is no casino at this cottage, but Clearwater Casino (9.7 mi) is nearby.

What time is check-in at Captain's Cottage, historic cottage on corner lot.?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

Is there free parking at Captain's Cottage, historic cottage on corner lot.?

Free parking is not available at this cottage.

Does Captain's Cottage, historic cottage on corner lot. have a pool?

This cottage does not have a pool.

Does Captain's Cottage, historic cottage on corner lot. have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this cottage.

How close is Captain's Cottage, historic cottage on corner lot. to downtown Seattle?

This cottage is 4.9 mi away from Seattle.

Captain's Cottage, historic cottage on corner lot. Reviews

Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 39 out of 51 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 9 out of 51 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 51 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 51 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 51 reviews

9.6/10

Cleanliness

8.0/10

Amenities

8.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Pat K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We had a great stay - cozy and met our needs just wonderfully. Hope we can stay again.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

David W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Very nice as always, great location for us, clean, quiet and well attended to…we did not go to the winery….
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jeremy L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The neighborhood was wonderful, quick and easy to get to many other destinations.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kim C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Very pleasant stay in a classic Northwest cottage in the Ballard neighborhood. Cottage is well equipped with full kitchen, laundry, a big claw foot bathtub, and a nice yard. Plenty of street parking is available; always a plus in Seattle.Renee and Guillermo are gracious and responsive hosts. The live next door, so are available if you need anything, but totally respect their guests' privacy.I will definitely stay with them again!
Stayed 59 nights in Jan 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Small but cozy. Nice amenities and perfect location for our stay.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Patrick S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Perfect quiet location with parking for us to use as our Basecamp!
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Steve B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Everything was perfect!We liked the location, the theme (Captains Cottage), and the character of the place.Will rent again when one or both of us are in Seattle again.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

David W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Clean, appreciated the sparkling waters, always liked this location, very convenient, looking forward to coming back at Christmas if available, host makes it easy, did not go to a vineyard
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

Alan

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, communication
Cleverly decorated, small cottage with close access to downtown Ballard. Bathtub is huge, which was a plus for us.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Carri F.

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

Cozy Captain’s Cottage

This place was just perfect for our long weekend stay while visiting our son’s family. We would highly recommend.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Rosa R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Cozy, quiet home with kind and helpful owner's. I'll stay again in the future.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

James R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Very cute and tidy. A little musty when we checked in. But cleared quickly. Had everything we needed.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jamie L.

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

Perfect for the weekend

Lovely, well-equipped place. Close to tons of food and shopping, quiet neighborhood. Would stay here again in a heartbeat.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Leslie J.

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

Captain's Cottage

Love the location, the ambience. Very comfortable.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jill B.

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

Perfect Fit

We loved staying at the Captains Place. It was really convenient to our sons location and places to eat. A perfect way to spend a few days in Seattle.
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Sandra W.

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

Charming and comfortable

A step back in time as the property has an historical feel so appropriate for Ballard. Definitely a charmer with gracious hosts. Loved the fresh flowers and seltzer water in the frig. Private little back garden made morning coffee even better
Stayed 5 nights in May 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Carol E.

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

Cozy Comfortable Cottage

My stay in this nautically themed cottage couldn’t have been nicer! It is a sweet older home that has been charmingly decorated and outfitted with all the modern conveniences. I highly recommend this cute VRBO.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Lora A.

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

Whimsical home

A fun little retreat in Ballard, close to shops and restaurants. Quite neighborhood, clean and convenient. Renee is great with making you feel welcome. I’ll definitely stay again, thank you!
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Bonnie W.

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

Quiet and restful

This was a lovely place to rest and decompress, yet close to bus lines that took me right into downtown. I can’t think of anything that was missing. Do stay here; you’ll like it.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Andrea S.

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

Everything we needed

The Captain's Cottage was perfect for our mother-daughter visit to Seattle. We loved being in a quiet neighborhood with easy parking and in/out access. The house is tiny but had every amenity we could have hoped for.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2024
Verified

8/10 Good

Phillip Lyman B.

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

Best time

Loved it!
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2023
Verified

8/10 Good

Peggy R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location

Cute house

Clean, well supplied, great location. Very cute nautical decor.Yard/garden was full of weeds and dead flower heads. Too bad because it was a beautiful, sunny weekend, but the garden/yard was not inviting at all, House was great, yard so much.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

Esther K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We enjoyed our stay here. We felt safe and comfortable and it had everything we needed. It’s an older property so there was a musty smell, from old moisture, I suspect. I don’t think everyone would be sensitive to that though. Over all it was as clean as would be expected of an house that age. And the door frames are low if you are over 6 foot tall. My husband, who is 6’4” hit his head several times. The bed was comfortable, and kitchen amenities were great. We loved the location.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Shannon A.

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

Charming cottage in great neighborhood

Yes, it’s tiny. Lots of homey touches, huge old claw foot tub, Well appointed kitchen. Everything we needed. I slept great.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Steve B.

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

Quaint little capatins cottage

Thank you so much for sharing your amazingly cute little cottage with us. We've loved staying there! It's cozy, warm and very welcoming. You've provided all the things that make it homely and I would recommend it to anyone wanting to escape to Ballard. If I am asked to come back this way for work, I will be reaching out to you to see if there is any availability.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2023