Lovingly Updated Detached Cottage In Walkable West Seattle Neighborhood

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The Northern Lights - a West Seattle backyard cottage

The cottage's cozy bedroom with queen-sized bed

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Exceptional

1 bedroom1 bathroomSleeps 251.1 sq m

Popular amenities

Parking available
Air conditioning
Barbecue grill
Outdoor space
Kitchen
Free WiFi

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Seattle, WA

Alki Beach
‪7 min drive‬
T-Mobile Park
‪9 min drive‬
Lumen Field
‪10 min drive‬
Seattle, WA (LKE-Lake Union Seaplane Base)
‪22 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

1 bedroom (sleeps 2)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Spaces

Deck or patio

Kitchen

Garden

Dining Area

About this property

** MUST LOVE DOGS **

Because of its location in our backyard, this listing is "hosted" by our sweet pup, Nala. Nala is a husky mix that came to our family from the Pierce County Humane Society in February 2021. As you'll see if you visit, digging holes in the backyard is one of her favorite pastimes!

Our 110-year old backyard cottage has been lovingly updated in recent years.

Although you may feel like you’re worlds away from it all when tucked inside, you will actually be just 2-1/2 blocks from the heart of of West Seattle.

Impeccably Clean: Offering a sparkling-clean space has always been a top priority for us. At this time, we are following an enhanced cleaning protocol,
which was developed in partnership with experts in health and
hospitality.

Pre-war charm meets modern convenience:

Soak in the original claw-foot tub or enjoy a steaming shower with the new on-demand hot water system.

Snuggle up with your loved one in the comfortable queen-sized bed.

Enjoy your morning coffee in the sun-drenched dining nook, or walk just a few blocks to C&P coffee - a local favorite.

Whip up gourmet meals in the large kitchen with new gas range.

Stay connected with high speed WiFi and lounge in front of the satellite TV in your down time.

The Northern Lights Cottage is the backyard cottage on this property. Easy on-street parking on 42nd Ave SW (very quiet and almost always possible to find a spot right in front of the house, one parking permit provided).

Our neighborhood, West Seattle is also home to Seattle’s finest waterfront areas: Alki Beach and Lincoln Park. Alki provides summer fun and excellent views of downtown; Lincoln Park is great for a hike in the woods or a dip in the saltwater swimming pool. We recommend riding the Elliot Bay Water Taxi from Seacrest Pier to downtown Seattle.

Property manager

Laura and Joe Ross

Premier Host

Languages

English

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Amenities

Kitchen

Free WiFi

Air conditioning

Outdoor space

Parking available

Barbecue grill

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House Rules

Check in after 3:00 PM

Check out before 11:00 AM

Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17

Events

No events allowed

Pets

No pets 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

On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited

Host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip

Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property

Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit and a deadlock

Property Registration Number STR-OPLI-19-000033

We should mention

A car is not required for transport to and from this property

About the area

Seattle

West Seattle, a neighbourhood in Seattle, is home to this cottage. WaMu Theater and Seattle Center are cultural highlights, and some of the area's notable landmarks include Pike Place Market and Space Needle. Check out an event or a game at T-Mobile Park, and consider making time for Seattle Aquarium, a top attraction not to be missed.

Seattle, WA

What's nearby

Alki Beach - 7 min drive - 3.9 km
T-Mobile Park - 9 min drive - 7.3 km
Seattle Waterfront - 9 min drive - 8.7 km
Lumen Field - 10 min drive - 8.0 km
Bell Street Cruise Terminal at Pier 66 - 13 min drive - 10.3 km

Getting around

SoDo Station - 7 min drive
King Street Station - 17 min drive
Seattle, WA (BFI-Boeing Field) - 17 min drive

Restaurants

‪West Seattle Bowl - ‬13 min walk
‪Bakery Nouveau - ‬9 min walk
‪The Beer Junction - ‬12 min walk
‪Chipotle Mexican Grill - ‬9 min walk
‪Sound & Fog - ‬9 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is Lovingly Updated Detached Cottage In Walkable West Seattle Neighborhood pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Lovingly Updated Detached Cottage In Walkable West Seattle Neighborhood?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Lovingly Updated Detached Cottage In Walkable West Seattle Neighborhood?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Lovingly Updated Detached Cottage In Walkable West Seattle Neighborhood located?

Located in West Seattle, this cottage is within 3 miles (5 km) of Lincoln Park, Alki Beach and Alki Beach Park. T-Mobile Park and Lumen Field are also within 6 miles (10 km).

9.8

Exceptional

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10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

10/10

Eco-friendliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

10/10 Excellent

Julie W.

2 January 2025

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

Cozy, comfy cottage

This 1912 cottage was very comfortable to stay in. It was perfect for relaxing and reading. Excellent bed, well-equipped kitchen, and updated bathroom all with good quality linens. Near California Street, which is chock-full of great places to eat and shop. Only saw Joe, Laura, and Nala once, but they are nice people and dog.

Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

jack b.

31 October 2024

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

Just what we needed

The property and owners were just what we needed and very delightful. A very special thank you to Laura, Joe and family

Stayed 8 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Christine H.

2 September 2024

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

W. Seattle 7 days

Hosts were very friendly and responsive to questions. Quiet neighborhood, great for walking. Open to allowing our family to visit. Clean, nicely furnished.

Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Taylor

4 September 2023

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication

Wonderful place to stay

Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Craig W.

3 January 2023

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

wonderful stay over the Christmas holidays 2022.

We really enjoyed our stay at this cottage. It’s in a quiet, pleasant neighbourhood with lots of restaurants, shops, and grocery shopping. It’s about a 25 minute bus ride into downtown Seattle with a stop just a few blocks away. The hosts were very helpful before we arrived answering any questions that we had, and were very informative about the neighbourhood etc. once we were there. Nice people, with a beautiful dog! No complaints whatsoever.

Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2022

10/10 Excellent

Travis A.

7 December 2022

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

Very nice stay

Recommend this place as a launching pad to use to get around Seattle. Nice and relaxing stay.

Stayed 9 nights in Nov 2022

10/10 Excellent

Paul J.

16 September 2022

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

The cottage was very much like it was represented. It was relaxing and enjoyable.

I would recommend this to others.

Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

JON P., Gold Canyon

3 January 2021

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

west seattle

great location in west seattle. Main reason for staying--close to grandaughter but many shops and restaurant's close by as well

Stayed 6 nights in Dec 2020

10/10 Excellent

Susan G.

2 December 2020

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

A wonderful, relaxing property in West Seattle.

Seamless

Stayed 8 nights in Nov 2020

10/10 Excellent

Wayne D.

27 October 2020

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

Great location

Good!!

Stayed 8 nights in Oct 2020

10/10 Excellent

Bevin T.

14 September 2020

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

Great stay

We enjoyed our stay! The cottage was comfortable and clean. Many amenities and supplies were available, which was a nice touch. The owner was very responsive to any questions we had. In a very nice and quiet neighborhood. The only minor drawback was parking. A spot was always available on the block, but not always right in front of the property.

Stayed 9 nights in Aug 2020

10/10 Excellent

Kyle E.

10 October 2019

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

Storybook cottage

This was my first air bnb. It will probably be the one I remember the most. Very cozy, private, and altogether relaxing. It was nice to be able to wind down and hear my thoughts in peace. Great hosts!

Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2019

10/10 Excellent

susan m.

25 February 2018

Cozy and comfy

We had a great weekend at the cottage. Great location in West Seattle just turn right when you leave the house toward the Junction. We parked the car when we arrived and walked everywhere we wanted to go. Very clean and had all the ammenities we needed. Thank you!

Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2018

This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Jeff R.

7 August 2017

So cute

Really enjoyed staying here, good, quiet location. Small and homey, plus gracious hosts.

Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2017

This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Marcia B.

10 June 2017

Fun with Family

We were comfortable, cozy, and contented at the Northern lights cottage. It's vintage charm came through, the location, and the price will keep us coming back.

Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2017

This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Devrim O.

30 May 2017

Amazing location, super accommodating owners.

Laura and Joe were so wonderful. We rented their cottage for my father and his dog during our wedding month. Multiple things came up within our family and they bent over backwards to help us. I really can't sing enough praise for those two. The cottage was clean and well stocked with new towels and cute decor. There is a light musty smell but it's an old cottage and it's Seattle. We're used to it-plus-it adds to the charm! The dog was comfy with the little yard and it was easily accessible to grocery stores and restaurants (3 blocks max!). Totally worth it. We would totally use this space again for overflow family if needed.

Stayed 29 nights in Apr 2017

This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Sherri S.

3 May 2017

Mini home away from home

Lovely. Perfect location, hosts and neighborhood. I stayed here form a 2 month clinical rotation and I felt I was coming 'home' every evening. I will miss this sweet cottage and West Seattle. The restaurants, nightlife and coffee shops were all within walking distance. Easy access to the major roadways, and just a feeling of safety and comfort. Thank you for being such great hosts and accommodating my needs. One small thing, add a space heater to the bedroom, as it can get a bit chilly if you close the door off from the living room. Thanks for a great stay.

Stayed 55 nights in Feb 2017

This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Robin S.

22 February 2017

loved it.

I love anything old so this little cottage was perfect for me. It is located in a great neighborhood and has a small yard for my small dog. Comfortable bed. Fun living area and sweet bathroom. The kitchen had everything including fun old cabinets and a cozy eating area. I will stay here again. I am sure of it.

Stayed 10 nights in Feb 2017

This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

8/10 Good

Kevin R.

9 February 2017

Convenient West Seattle Location

Nice little rustic cabin conveniently located in West Seattle. The kitchen is well stocked, which meant I was able to cook most meals during my one month stay. The owner, Laura, was always available, helpful, cheerful and accommodating. Thanks!

Stayed 34 nights in Dec 2016

This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

8/10 Good

cathey R., Tulsa, OK

21 September 2016

LOVELY COTTAGE

This unique 1 bedroom cottage was very clean and in a great neighborhood. Was within walking distance of many stores and restaurants. The furnishings were comfortable and Laura and Joe left things for us like shampoo/conditioner/soap/hairdryer/snacks/coffee which were very helpful and much appreciated. Nestled behind a larger 2 story home which I found out had 2 places to rent! Would rent this property again.

Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2016

This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Pam S., Pueblo, Colorado

7 August 2016

Safe. Clean. Quiet. Great location. Great owners.

Laura & Joe Ross are very hard workers. Great landowners. Clean cottage. They met all our needs. Stay with them isle you can.

Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2016

This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

dani k.

28 July 2016

Quaint cottage, close to so much!

The cottage is adorable and stocked with necessary items, even wine glasses which I also brought from home , not knowing if there would be any. On street parking was always available, even when returning later at night. Walking distance to downtown and all the shops and grocery stores. Plenty of hot water and water pressure in the shower. I'm already making plans to return for another short vacation/long weekend. Thank you for making our 1st experience with VRBO such a good one.

Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2016

This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Charlie C., Auburn, WA

15 July 2016

Cozy, comfortable cottage

We were so pleased to find this little cottage in West Seattle. It was close to friends, the West Seattle Junction and easy access to the Water Taxi for a visit to Seattle. A great 4 days. The owner was helpful is getting the Direct TV working properly and the cottage is comfortably supplied. We highly recommend a stay here.

Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2016

This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

8/10 Good

Scott G.

29 June 2016

Very nice West Seattle option for a single or couple

Very easy property to book. Owners are very professional. Excellent quiet upscale location in West Seattle. Easy to find, and on-street parking was always available. You can walk to the West Seattle Junction area for food and shopping. Cottage is well-kept, everything works, incl good wifi. Bed is a double and it is a touch creaky. The yard area is small and I can't really see it as a play area for kids. I see it as a great option if you're a single or couple wanting to be in West Seattle.

Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2016

About the host

Hosted by Laura and Joe Ross

Languages:

English

Premier Host

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Popular amenities

Explore the area

Rooms & beds

1 bedroom (sleeps 2)

Bedroom 1

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Spaces

About this property