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Beach nearby
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Smart TV, fireplace, books, stereo
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10 out of 10
Exceptional

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2 bedrooms2 bathrooms186 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Gym
  • Dryer
  • Washer
  • Outdoor space
  • Fireplace

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Seattle, WA
  • Shilshole Bay Marina
    ‪9 min walk‬
  • Woodland Park Zoo
    ‪8 min drive‬
  • Seattle Cruise Ship Terminal 91
    ‪10 min drive‬
  • Seattle, WA (BFI-Boeing Field)
    ‪25 min drive‬

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About the area

Seattle

Heart of Seattle.Within a 15-minute walk of this Ballard vacation home, you'll find Shilshole Bay Marina and Hiram M. Chittenden Locks. Golden Gardens Park and Discovery Park are also within 2 miles (3 km).

What's nearby

  • Shilshole Bay Marina - 9 min walk - 0.8 km
  • Woodland Park Zoo - 8 min drive - 4.3 km
  • Seattle Cruise Ship Terminal 91 - 10 min drive - 5.5 km
  • Space Needle - 14 min drive - 9.0 km
  • Seattle Center - 14 min drive - 9.0 km

Getting around

  • Northgate Station - 13 min drive
  • Edmonds Station - 26 min drive
  • Seattle, WA (BFI-Boeing Field) - 37 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Ray's Boathouse, Cafe & Catering - ‬10 min walk
  • ‪Ballard Smoke Shop - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Crackle Mi Vietnamese Grill - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Little Coney - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Ocho - ‬3 min drive

About this property

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

Unique mid-century modern home with amazing sunset, mountain and ocean views

Unique mid-century modern Pacific Northwest home with amazing sunset, mountain and ocean views in the quiet neighborhood of Sunset Hill in Ballard. They call it “Sunset Hill” because it has the best sunset views in Seattle! The full glass sunroom and office space that overlooks the quiet neighborhood has some of the best sunset views over the Olympic Mountains that you’ll ever see. Wake up to the cool ocean breeze off the Puget Sound and the sound of sea birds, harbor seals and tugboats in the distance while you watch the ships and sail boats pass by.

Just a 5-minute walk to the “Secret Beach” to relax and swim, or to Baker's, our favorite neighborhood cocktail & dinner spot, or to Molly’s Bottle Shop for natural wine tasting, or to Salmonberry for the best bread and baked goods in Seattle, or to Un Bien for the most amazing Carribean sandwich you’ll ever have!

Just a 15-minute walk through the beautiful flora and "old Seattle" neighborhood homes to Sunset Hill Park for a picnic and stunning views, or to historic downtown Ballard for shopping, bars and restaurants and its famous farmer's market on Sundays, or to the hidden gems Sunny Hill Restaurant for pizza and Cafe Fiore for coffee. Not to mention, the unbelievable Golden Garden's Beach that’s also walkable!

The house itself was built in 1963 by the former owners and has a vintage, mid-century vibe and aesthetic with two wood fireplaces. The home is older but well-appointed with intentionally-sourced vintage mid-century furnishings. This is not your typical "modern" short-term rental so please note that before booking. As an example, there is no dishwasher so you'll need to slow down and wash dishes by hand the old fashioned way!

Please note that there's a separate guesthouse in the backyard so you may run into your new neighbors from time to time. But the entire beautiful backyard sanctuary, including the outdoor fire pit, sunny patio and garden, is all yours!

Since this is a quiet and peaceful neighborhood, please be sure to check all of our house rules to ensure that they align with your plans.

Heads up that the backyard fence is being remodeled and, although it's almost finished, there's a little work left that will be done by the end of May.

Property manager

Lisa

Languages

English

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Property amenities

Beach

  • Beach nearby

Ski

  • Close to skiing

Internet

  • Available in the house: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Parking on site

Kitchen

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

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 2 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 2 bathrooms
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Bidet
  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Fireplace
  • Living room

Entertainment

  • Books
  • Smart TV
  • Stereo

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony
  • Firepit
  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Work spaces

  • Computer monitor
  • Desk
  • Desk chair
  • Printer

Comfort

  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Area rugs in public areas
  • Hardwood flooring in public areas
  • No elevator
  • Tile flooring in public areas
  • Smoking not allowed

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • In the city center
  • Near a hospital
  • Near the bay
  • Near the marina

Things to do

  • Gym
  • Cycling nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Motor boating nearby
  • Rock climbing nearby
  • Sailing nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Whale watching 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)
  • Deadbolt lock

General

  • Composting
  • Garden
  • Recycling
  • Unit size: 2,000 square feet
  • Water-efficient showers

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 3:00 PM
Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 18

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

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.

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
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 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. For guests' safety, the property includes a carbon monoxide detector, a smoke detector, and a deadbolt lock in each accommodation.

Property Registration Number STR-OPLI-22-000772

Unique mid-century modern home with amazing sunset, mountain and ocean views Reviews

Reviews

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Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 11 out of 11 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 0 out of 11 reviews
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Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 11 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 11 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer H.

Liked: Cleanliness

Great neighborhood beautiful view, serene and relaxed stay, close to an amazing Italian restaurant

Despite a few blips in the check-in process, our stay was wonderful. The kitchen is vintage as described in the property details, but it suited our purposes well. Beds and bed linens were extremely comfortable, too! I worked during the day while there, and the wifi as well as the ambiance were perfect.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Laurie D.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great location, very nice neighborhood.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Amanda M., Golden, CO

Liked: Cleanliness
Beautiful home in a great location! We stayed for 4 nights while in town to visit friends and enjoy Seattle. The views, the decor, the amenities, the garden - we loved it all!
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Hailey S.

Liked: Cleanliness

Perfect place to stay!!

This property was so beautiful, It’s obvious that a lot of time and care has gone into curating this home. It’s the perfect place to stay to be close to Seattle and to be surrounded by stunning beaches and views. We had an amazing and unforgettable time here!! :)
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Meg D.

Liked: Cleanliness

Lovely mid-century modern home

Perfect location for adult family visiting relative in Ballard. Had everything we needed and the garden in back is lovely.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Neomi N.

Liked: Cleanliness

The Ballard House

Our stay was short and sweet!The home was so beautiful and welcoming. We were really fortunate to be able to find this place that looked over water! The kitchen had everything we needed for a quick breakfast and coffee! The record collection was also a wonderful way to end the evenings.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jo B.

Liked: Cleanliness

Best days in WA

Most beautiful neighborhood, great neighbor, great beds! Best vacation ever!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

garrett h.

Liked: Cleanliness

Awesome pad & neighborhood

Our party of three thoroughly enjoyed this house and the neighborhood. When I lived in Seattle, I always thought I might want to live in this part of town, so it was fun to play pretend for a long weekend. We all felt right at home here. Amazing walks at sunset, great bakery and restaurants nearby, We’d love to do it again.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Nicole B.

Liked: Cleanliness
The house is beautiful, and the location has absolutely stunning views. The home features beautiful mid-century modern styling throughout. The hosts are wonderfully communicative and responsive
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Nicole C.

Liked: Cleanliness
Beautiful home! Clean, lots of space, amenities were great. We loved walking around the area, and definitely recommend walking to Hidden beach (or even just the top of the road) to watch the sunset. Host was very responsive and helpful. Would definitely stay here again!
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

William R.

Liked: Cleanliness

Ballard water view

This house is great. It’s clean, comfortable, and convenient to Ballard restaurants and breweries. You can see the sea from the house. The decor is very hip and retro.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025