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Cozy Crown Hill Cottage with Private Backyard Cabana near Carkeek Park

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Interior
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop

Reviews

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 584 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Washer
  • Dryer
  • Outdoor Space
  • Parking available

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Seattle, WA
  • Place, Carkeek Park
    ‪6 min walk‬
  • Place, Sakya Monastery
    ‪20 min walk‬
  • Place, Blue Ridge Park
    ‪4 min drive‬
  • Airport, Seattle, WA (SEA-Seattle - Tacoma Intl.)
    ‪33 min drive‬

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About the area

Seattle

Crown Hill stay.Your stay at this Crown Hill vacation home places you within 3 miles (5 km) of Northwest Hospital and Medical Center and Northgate Station. Green Lake Park and Shilshole Bay Marina are also within 3 miles (5 km).

What's nearby

  • Carkeek Park - 6 min walk - 0.6 km
  • Sakya Monastery - 20 min walk - 1.7 km
  • Blue Ridge Park - 4 min drive - 1.7 km
  • Taproot Theatre - 5 min drive - 1.6 km
  • Seattle Cruise Ship Terminal 91 - 16 min drive - 8.8 km

Getting around

  • Roosevelt Station - 9 min drive
  • Edmonds Station - 25 min drive
  • Seattle, WA (LKE-Lake Union Seaplane Base) - 27 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Dick's Drive-In - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪Miss Pho - ‬11 min walk
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬11 min walk
  • ‪Chuck's Hop Shop Greenwood - ‬16 min walk
  • ‪Panda Express - ‬7 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.

Cozy Crown Hill Cottage with Private Backyard Cabana near Carkeek Park

Charming Cottage hideaway in the NW Seattle neighborhood of Crown Hill, with easy access to all the best Seattle has to offer. Includes fully-fenced backyard. Newly constructed Casita in backyard.

Newly updated main floor unit with full kitchen, bath, two bedrooms and living room, with LG Washer/Dryer. This space is on the main floor and sleeps up to 4 adults. One bedroom has a double bed with a single loft-bed above (bunkbed; close to ceiling). Master bedroom has a King size bed with a Purple brand pressure-relieving mattress. There are large-screen Smart TVs in both the master bedroom and the living room, each wired to the internet and local channels. There is WiFi throughout. Casita in backyard is useful as a workspace or picnic area (unheated).

Fenced-in backyard features all-new patio. We are still putting the finishing touches on the detached, un-heated Casita in backyard. Casita is wired for electricity and will offer seating and a table. Casita has double French doors that can be opened from the inside to create an indoor/outdoor space for relaxing when the weather is nice. The Casita entrance is a sliding door on the SIDE.

Full kitchen has your essentials like cookware, plates, bowls, glasses, mugs and utensils. There is a full-size refrigerator, stove, oven, and microwave, plus counter space. There is also a drip coffee maker and toaster. All cabinets and marble countertops are brand new.

The small bathroom has a bathtub with shower, toilet and compact vanity with counter. All fixtures including tub, toilet, sink and cabinets are brand new.

The Unit is all at one level, however, the front door (porch) and the back door exit to backyard have a couple of steps to climb or descend. We apologize that this makes our cottage not accessible for wheelchair-bound guests, or those individuals unable to use stairs.

There is another unit at the lower level of the house.

There is off-street parking for 1 car in the area between the street and yard (gravel).

Located just 10 minutes from the lively Ballard, Greenwood & Phinney neighborhoods, 15 minutes from Northgate, and just 20 minutes from Downtown Seattle. Close to the world-famous Woodland Park Zoo, Golden Gardens Park, Shilshole Bay, Ballard Locks, and much more. The trailhead into Carkeek Park hiking trails (with beach access & wetlands) is just a 1/2 mile away. More details below.

Distance to various locations from our Cozy Cottage:
Greenwood is 1.3 mi (2 km)
Ballard is 2.7 mi (4.4 km)
Northgate is 2.6 mi (4.2 km)
SeaTac Airport is 20.6 mi (33.2 km)

Location is only 3 blocks from a major shopping center with a QFC supermarket. Additional nearby grocery stores include Metropolitan Market and Grocery Outlet. Nearby restaurants listed below.

Bus line to downtown Seattle is 2 blocks away.

For those who want to explore the woods or beach, our cottage is just a half-mile walk to the Piper's Creek Trailhead South McAbee Entrance, part of the large, forested Carkeek Park and Piper's Creek watershed. The trail provides access to the entire park, which has a 3.2 mile loop trail through forest, wetland & apple orchard, with views and landscapes that change, culminating is access to Carkeek's expansive Puget Sound beach with views of the Olympic mountains and Bainbridge Island. Beautiful views can also be found at Golden Gardens Park near Shilshole Bay, which offers walking trails and picnic areas.

Several restaurants/cafes in the area (within about 1 mile+/-) include:
• OG Coffee
• Tacos and Beer
• Dick's Drive-In (for fast food burgers, fries & shakes open late)
• Starbucks
• Santa Fe Mexican Grill
• Swanson's Cafe
• The Thirsty Fish
• Setolicious
• McDonald's
• Miss Pho
• Thai Siam
• Wild Mountain Cafe
• Alebrijes Kitchen
• BoBu (pizza)
• Tres' House of Cheesesteaks
• Lamplight Public House
• Teriyaki 1st
• Chuck's Hop Shop (with food trucks most nights)
• Preserve & Gather
• Pagliacci Pizza
• Cocoa Lagato
• Magic Masala Indian

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Property amenities

Beach

  • Beach nearby

Internet

  • Available in the house: WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Blender
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Electric kettle
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Refrigerator
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 2 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 1 bathroom
  • Bathtub
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Separate dining area

Entertainment

  • TV with cable/satellite channels

Outdoor areas

  • Fenced yard
  • Garden
  • Patio

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoking not allowed
  • Note from host: Sorry, Smoking not permitted on property.

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • Near a zoo
  • Near the bay

Things to do

  • Arcade/game room

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)
  • Fire extinguisher
  • Deadbolt lock

General

  • Garden
  • Unit size: 900 square feet

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 3:00 PM
Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 23

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM

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

Rules

No Smoking/Vaping on property whatsoever. Must go off property. Please dispose of cigarette butts in garbage not street. Please No Shoes inside home.
Maximum Stay is 14 nights per reservation. Non-guests/Visitors are subject to a $20/day fee if staying beyond 15 min. and may not stay overnight.
No Pets/animals Allowed. Please contact Host in advance (at initial booking) if you are bringing a Certified Service Animal. Home not child-proofed.

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Note from host: Home not child-proofed; Please contact for info.

Events

No events allowed
Only registered Guests can stay overnight.

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
Sorry, Smoking not permitted on property.

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
Note from host: Only registered Guests can stay overnight.
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 deadbolt lock
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. Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited. Note from host: Only registered Guests can stay overnight. Long-term renters welcome. For guests' safety, the property includes a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, and a deadbolt lock in each accommodation.

Property Registration Number STR-OPLI-19-001993

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Cozy Crown Hill Cottage with Private Backyard Cabana near Carkeek Park Reviews

Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 36 out of 43 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 4 out of 43 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 43 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 43 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 43 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Diane M., Richmond, VA

Liked: Cleanliness
The cottage is exactly as pictured and is very clean and comfortable. The kitchen is well-equipped. The bathroom has plenty of towels and basic toiletries. The location is great - very close to beautiful Carkeek Park and bustling Greenwood, and there is a QFC grocery store and a strip mall within walking distance. Check in was a breeze and the host provided all the information we needed well in advance.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

April R.

Liked: Cleanliness
House was clean and cozy. I really loved the fresh flowers upon check-in, and the lavender and rosemary growing along the fence was beautiful abs fragrant. The only downside was parking on the gravel was a little difficult for my mini-van due to the amount of space.
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Joanne J.

Liked: Cleanliness
Clean, well-kept property. Good communication with host.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Frank C.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great clean place with lovely space out back. Wonderful hosts!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Marisol B.

Liked: Cleanliness
The hosts were nice and responsive. The home was clean and welcoming. Our group consisted of five adults. We used this location as our home base for exploring Seattle over the weekend. Martie shared we were the first reservation of five to stay here. Note - there's a surcharge for each additional guest over two, that's per person, per night. For the total amount we paid, it was overpriced and not accommodating for sleeping five adults. I slept on the couch (do not recommend). We came in three different cars. There's only one designated parking spot and very limited street parking. We had a note on one of our cars asking us not to park in front of their house (we were not in their driveway or blocking the driveway). For a smaller group this could work.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Michelle V.

Liked: Cleanliness
Girl’s trip to visit our old stomping grounds. Cute house in a great location.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Maegan S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Super cute little place! Clean and cozy :)
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Eng Keong T.

Liked: Cleanliness

Cozy apartment

The place is clean and cozy.The backyard is also nice and adds to the relaxing atmosphere.
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Diane M., Anacortes, WA, USA

Liked: Cleanliness

Charming, cozy cottage

We thoroughly enjoyed our week-long stay at this home in a lovely neighborhood on a quiet street. Everything about the place is exactly as promised online. Stocked with coffee & spices in the kitchen, soap, shampoo and an abundance of towels in the bathroom, this is one of the most well-stocked VRBO's we have ever stayed in. We enjoyed coffee in the sunny back yard every morning, and TV in the living room at night. We had an issue with the TV on the first night, so I texted the owner with a question. Within 5 minutes he called me and resolved the issue. The owners are friendly and responsive. We will definitely be returning to this property for future visits.
Stayed 7 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Gloria L.

Liked: Cleanliness
Graduation. This place was wonderful
Graduation pictures
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Meredith B.

Liked: Cleanliness

Cure and well-equipped

I enjoyed my time here. It was the perfect space for a writing retreat. The house was clean and comfortable, the neighborhood quiet and it is minutes from Carkeek park. Would definitely recommend.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Carl K.

Liked: Cleanliness

Convenient to everything in north Seattle.

Well appointed and very cozy. Nice hot shower, washer and dryer, nice backyard and even snacks and water in refrigerator.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2024

6/10 Okay

Tiffany G., Boulder

Liked: Cleanliness

Felt Like Staying in a China Shop, but Well-Appointed

There are a lot of signs, including a sign stating the replacement prices for each dish in the kitchen, despite the fact that property damage insurance is required by the host. As a result, it is hard to feel welcome in the house. The way the signs are written sounds like you could ruin things with a simple mistake. One example is the instruction to "please FOLD the bedspread. Do not bundle or ball up, as this might disengage the inside batting and ruin the bedspread" (emphasis in original). My main complaint is that the listing doesn't mention that this is the top floor apt in a two-apartment home. I look for this information when I am booking VRBOs, because I have three children and I hate reminding them the whole trip not to stomp around, which I did this week. I passed up condos that would have fit our needs better just because I couldn't tell what floor they were on, so this was disappointing. The other apt was mentioned in the host email that I got a week after I booked, but I didn't read this email in detail until just before arrival because I assumed that it was just arrival info. On arrival day, I looked for instructions on the app, but they weren't there. The host email had it, but parking info wasn't clear - we thought we could park in the driveway, which is part gravel, but were chewed out for using it. We were unsure whether the gravel shoulder was a parking spot. The property has everything you could request, like shampoo. Unpleasant interactions with host.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Denise K.

Liked: Cleanliness

Peaceful Neighborhood/Great Location

Lots of light and well equipped home. Very quite in the surrounding neighborhood. The property is nicely landscaped and its location to the sights and sounds of Ballard excellent. Great jumping off point for day trips in the Seattle area.
Stayed 29 nights in Jun 2024

8/10 Good

Marilyn R., Palmetto Florida USA

Liked: Cleanliness

Nicely appointed great location

Our stay was very nice, the place had everything and more. The issue we had was with the checkin, didn’t get an email and couldn’t reach owner by phone( tried 3 times). Finally called VRBO to get access.would recommend not having expensive glasses and dishes. Would also recommend not having so many signs all over the unit, overkill!
Stayed 6 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

SUZIE S.

Liked: Cleanliness

Cute & cozy!

Well kept, clean and cozy. Will stay again.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Melanie T.

Liked: Cleanliness

Welcoming

The small house was nicely appointed, cozy and comfortable. We were away when Mrs Binkly dropped by to introduce herself. Our schedule of sight seeing took up most of our time but when there we were quite impressed with reading material, a well equipped kitchen and bath. My only wish was to better understand how to operate the tv’s. Thank you for the reminder notes which we found very helpful. Overall we had a good time.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Michael D.

Liked: Cleanliness

VRBO stay

Great location, clean.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Angela S., Boise ID

Liked: Cleanliness

Very cute

Great place to stay and would definitely stay again when in Seattle!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

R. Nicole L.

Liked: Cleanliness

Charming cottage

This was the perfect place to relax and unwind after all our wedding activities this past week! All the comforts of home and a beautiful backyard to grill and chill!
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Karen B., Waterbury, CT

Liked: Cleanliness

Location, location, location

Super clean home, cute neighborhood, loved the back yard! Great area, close to downtown.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023

8/10 Good

Linda S.

Liked: Cleanliness

Ballard Oasis

We had a wonderful stay at Dennis and Martie’s beautiful Ballard home. This home was well equipped and the cleanliness was second to none. We look forward to staying at Dennis and Martie’s again when we visit Seattle. Highly recommend staying at this beautiful Ballard oasis.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Susanna G.

Liked: Cleanliness

Cute quiet place!

Very clean, quiet and cute! Short stay in Seattle with family. Will stay there again when we go up!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Elisabeth M., Columbus, Ohio

Liked: Cleanliness

Vacation in Seattle/Vancouver

This property was a comfortable place to come back to after our daily adventures in the Seattle area.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Caroline B.

Liked: Cleanliness

Graduation visit

My mother (who has limited mobility) and my niece stayed here while visiting Seattle. Only a couple of steps to get in, otherwise all one level which can be difficult to find in Seattle. Very happy with the rental!
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2023