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The Whale's Nest. A cute cottage in the heart of Downtown Edmonds.

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Front of the house.
Come on in!
Bedroom 1. Queen size bed.
Bathroom for room 1.
Bedroom 2. Queen size bed and 3/4 quarter bath.

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional
3 bedrooms3 bathroomsSleeps 6130.1 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Barbecue grill
  • Kitchen
  • Outdoor space

Explore the area

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Edmonds, WA
  • Edmonds Waterfront
    ‪5 min walk‬
  • Edmonds Ferry Dock
    ‪7 min walk‬
  • Alderwood Mall
    ‪12 min drive‬
  • Kenmore, WA (KEH-Kenmore Air Harbor)
    ‪22 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 6)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 3

1 King Bed

3 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Bathtub or shower · Bathtub · Toilet

Bathroom 2

Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 3

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Spaces

Kitchen
Garden
Dining area

About this property

The Whale's Nest. A cute cottage in the heart of Downtown Edmonds.

This cute cottage is located in the heart of downtown and accommodates up to six people. Off the main foyer, there are 3 separate bedrooms each with a locked entrance and it's own ensuite bathroom. There is a lower level around the back of the house with a separate entrance to a lounge with a kitchenette. It is not a full kitchen - there is NO OVEN/STOVE. There is a sink, dishwasher, refrigerator, toaster oven, microwave, hot plate, outdoor gas grill, coffee maker, blender, electric tea kettle, as well as dishes, cups, glasses and silverware.
We are located in the center of downtown so you can park your car and walk to all the attractions, shops and restaurants. This is an ideal stop over before or after exploring the Olympic Peninsula. We are only four blocks to the Edmonds/Kingston Ferry run.
Each bedroom has a SMART TV that can access streaming services (NETFLIX, HULU, AMAZON, etc.) There is NO network, cable or satellite TV.

Property manager

Lance Blair

Languages

French

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Amenities

Kitchen
Outdoor space
Parking available
Barbecue grill

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 25
Check out before 11:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

No pets allowed
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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
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property

About the area

Edmonds

Located near the beach, this holiday home is in The Bowl of Edmonds, a neighbourhood in Edmonds. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Saint Edward State Park and Kitsap Memorial State Park, while Edmonds Center for the Arts and The Flying Heritage & Combat Armor Museum are cultural highlights. Woodland Park Zoo and Olympic View Arena are also worth visiting.
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Edmonds, WA

What's nearby

  • Edmonds Waterfront - 5 min walk - 0.5 km
  • Edmonds Ferry Dock - 7 min walk - 0.6 km
  • Edmonds Center for the Arts - 7 min walk - 0.6 km
  • Lynnwood Convention Center - 11 min drive - 8.6 km
  • Alderwood Mall - 12 min drive - 9.6 km

Getting around

  • Edmonds Station - 8 min walk
  • Mountlake Terrace Station - 15 min drive
  • Seattle Paine Field Intl. Airport (PAE) - 30 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Walnut Street Coffee - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Rory's of Edmonds - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪Starbucks - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Waterfront Coffee Co. - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪Top Pot Doughnuts - ‬7 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is The Whale's Nest. A cute cottage in the heart of Downtown Edmonds. pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at The Whale's Nest. A cute cottage in the heart of Downtown Edmonds.?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at The Whale's Nest. A cute cottage in the heart of Downtown Edmonds.?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is The Whale's Nest. A cute cottage in the heart of Downtown Edmonds. located?

Located in The Bowl of Edmonds, this holiday home is within a 10-minute walk of Edmonds Waterfront, Edmonds Ferry Dock and Edmonds Center for the Arts. Swedish Medical Center - Edmonds and Olympic View Arena are also within 3 miles (5 km). Edmonds Station is 8 minutes by foot.

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 49 out of 52 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 2 out of 52 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 52 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 52 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 52 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

9.8/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Greg M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Cyndi W.

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

Perfect location

We had a great stay. There were so many places to eat and explore within a few minutes' walk.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

LINDA P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jeff S.

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

Fabulous location!!!

Just a half block from downtown and a few blocks from the ferry to Kingston! Common area strangely in the basement which you access from the rear but it was very private and separate from main floor bedrooms, we liked it!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024

4/10 Poor

Darcy M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location
Disliked: Listing accuracy

Disconnected Interior

The advertising for this unit could be more clear to align what the users expect to find verses what is there. The main disconnect for us is that the front door leads into only a small narrow hallway with 3 lockable bedroom doors. The main common area is located in the basement which is accessed only by going back outside the building, around to the other side of the building and down an exterior stair. Most places have the bedrooms off the main common area and there was not enough description to lead us to think that we would get anything different. Trying to hang out with the family required us to go outside the building many times to go between the bedrooms and the common area.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Troy L.

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

Sister's Birthday Celebrations

We wanted to spend some sister time together close to the water and Whale's Nest was perfect. There were five of us sisters and each had a birthday in each month from August through December. We did lots of talking, laughing, crying, eating and shopping. An amazing time was had by all. The rooms we excellent. The main gathering room was nice and clean but looked like plans for that area were still in progress. All in all, we really very much enjoyed our stay. I would recommend it to everyone.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Erika O., Seattle, Washington

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

Work Retreat

My team was attending a function Saturday. This location was amazing . All of the downtown activities were a short walk away. The rooms were nicely appointed and comfortable. Would stay here again.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

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

Perfect location!

So close to downtown
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2023

8/10 Good

Karen C.

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

great location in the bowl!

In the best location for experiencing Edmonds and to be able to walk everywhere without having to rent a car. The community shops, cafes, and restaurants are charming and welcoming. The property has a quirky floorplan, but adequate space, amenities, and privacy for each bedroom. The kitchenette could use a few more utensils, larger glassware, larger coffee mugs, and brighter lighting. Because there are no grocery stores within walking distance, a few more stocked supplies such as toilet paper, paper towels, and coffee pods would be appreciated. We would definitely stay at the whales nest again and hope to visit next year.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Denise Z., Seattle

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

Lovely place and location

My sisters and I enjoyed our stay. Really comfortable beds. The location is perfect, walkable to beach, shops and eateries. Especially was happy to have parking. We had perfect weather so the lovely garden was a great spot to relax. Thanks, Lance, for the prompt communication.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

jamie f.

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

Charming & comfortable in an ideal location

We loved our stay at The Whale’s Nest and will be sure to book again. The property is charming & thoughtfully appointed, very comfortable and perfectly located downtown. The heated bathroom floors are the cherry on top!
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2022

10/10 Excellent

Kuana T., Honolulu, Hawaii

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

Great rooms. Smack dab in the middle of Edmonds

Great property. Perfect for our three travelers. Can walk to everything in Edmonds. Property managers were wonderful.
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2022

10/10 Excellent

Christy M., Seattle, WA

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

Perfect for a family reunion

Wonderful set-up at this rental with three mini-units within one adorable house. I loved that each bedroom had its own bathroom, with a fun and funky common area downstairs.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Pam T.

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

UVA Reunion - Edmonds

We used Whale's Nest for a UVA reunion over the summer. The Whale's Nest was a perfect location for us near my condo. Loved having three en suite rooms. We socialized and cooked at my condo and used Whale's Nest for additional sleeping accommodations.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Margaret M., Telluride, Colorado

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

Excellent all around

We loved staying at the Whale’s Nest. The homeowner was extremely helpful and responsive. We absolutely loved the location!! We hope to be repeat guests!
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Brandy D.

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

Family Stay

Our family enjoyed staying at the Whale’s Nest. The bedrooms and bathrooms were very clean and comfortable, and you cannot beat the location.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Nelda B.

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

Quaint cottage in a quaint village.

We enjoyed our stay in Edmond. It is a delightful town, within a block of the Whale’s Nest. We were just a few blocks from the ferry to Kingston. The rooms are comfortable and clean.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Lara H.

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

Quaint and perfect for my family

Loved this little gem in Edmonds! It was the perfect space for our family, and we enjoyed being able to walk to coffee shops during our stay. Thank you for making our stay so enjoyable and comfortable!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Richard V., Santa Fe

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

In the right neighborhood.

We were in Edmonds for a family function which took place near the Ferry dock. The location of the house is perfect for central city activities. We had to get used to the fact that the common area was out the front door, around the building and down the stairs, but it worked out.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2022

10/10 Excellent

Sally A S.

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

Location Location Location

Fantastic Location in the heart of Edmonds. Nice accommodation for a group that needs 3 separate bedrooms, each with private bath. The common area / lounge is unfortunately awkwardly set up as if it were an obligatory afterthought - not a cozy inviting area for my group accessible only from a door leading to the basement. But the quality of the 3 bedrooms and overall experience staying at the Wales Nest was great. Without hesitation I would recommend the Wales Nest to friends and family.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Shari C.

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

Getaway

Perfect for a peaceful getaway!
Stayed 4 nights in May 2022

10/10 Excellent

Angie S.

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

Great Location!!

We loved walking around Edmonds and being close to the Edmonds Center of Arts. Wonderful property and fantastic location!
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2022

10/10 Excellent

Jessica D.

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

The Absolute Best Location!

It was such a fun stay with friends. Completely walkable to all that makes Edmonds so charming. It was great that there was privacy of rooms and separate bathrooms. Definitely will want to do another weekend stay with friends.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2021

10/10 Excellent

Annabelle B.

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

Great location and fun vibe

We enjoyed staying at the Whale's Nest Cottage. It was fun and funky. The location could not have been better with many restaurants and shops in easy walking distance as well as lovely views of the sound. The separately locked rooms with bathrooms worked well for our family and the basement entertainment area and kitchenette were as advertised. Great water pressure, lots of hot water and interesting decorations throughout. We had a great time and Lance was responsive and very easy to work with.
Stayed 16 nights in Aug 2021

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

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

Ease and flexibility

Three separate rooms gave us privacy, flexibility. We walked to many restaurants, enjoyed the shops together and at our own pace. The common kitchen area was simple, clean and adequate. We enjoyed the sitting area in the back yard too. The three bikes that were mentioned in the description were not available. Lance was easy to reach if we needed additional instructions. It was a pleasant place to unwind after a big family wedding.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2021

About the host

Hosted by Lance Blair

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What makes this property unique

Park your car and everything is within a block or two.

Languages:

French