Vacation Rentals by Owner

Our Seattle Vacation

Guest: Barb (Fairmont, WV, USA)
Date of Stay: 03/05/12 Review Submitted: 03/14/12

What a wonderful week we had in Seattle: and staying at this condo certainly was a big part of it! Comfy and cozy, with huge windows looking out on Puget Sound - or I guess it is, at this point, Elliott Bay (a beautiful, lively view); the condo is within walking distance to the Space Needle, the Public Market, the Seattle Aquarium; an easy bus ride to Pioneer Square and quaint Freemont. We rented a car one day and took the ferry to Bainbridge, then drove up to Port Townsend: a nice day trip - the town is lovely and the park beyond afforded splendid views of Mt. Baker to our left, Mt. Ranier to our right, as we walked along a quiet beach. We appreciated the Belltown location of the condo: so many delicious smells from all the restaurants and cafes. Coming right out of the lobby, next door to the left is a bakery/coffee shop. On up the road a little is the best pizza ever: Serious Pie; and at Pioneer Square we found a neat Irish pub, The Owl & Thistle. At Freemont, we came upon a shop called Dusty Strings: a dealer in acoustic musical instruments. They actually build the celtic harps and hammer dulcimers they have for sale there! Also for sale are excellent guitars of all sorts. We really enjoyed Seattle, and definitely recommend this condo. Located on First Ave; and only 6 floors up on a 7 story building, one feels really a part of all the action going on outside the window: bring binoculars for an even better view: great ships come into port, the ferries busy day and night, little sailboats scudding along, sea birds! Once we saw a bald eagle flying over the bay: a bald eagle!! And this from our living room window. The kitchen appliances were of good quality and in working order. We would have liked 2 more chairs for the dining table since there were six of us; but that is really our only complaint.

Recommended for:Adventure seekers, age 55+, families with teenagers, tourists without a car, romantic getaway, sightseeing.

Cate, Sydney, Australia

Guest: Cate (Sydney Australia)
Date of Stay: 12/28/11 Review Submitted: 01/20/12

Beautiful views over Puget Sound from this well appointed apartment. Beds were comfortable and there was plenty of room. The kitchen was well equipped making to easy to cook the fresh food we picked up from walking up to Pike St Market. All the attractions we wanted to see were in easy walking distance or a short bus ride away and the bus was free once we walked a block towards the CBD.Macrina Bakery and Belltown Pizza provided wonderful food within the complex. Overall a fantastic stay and would certainly stay there again next time we are in Seattle.

Recommended for:Families with teenagers, families with young children, tourists without a car, sightseeing.

Belltown Condo Downtown Seattle

Guest: Patty F.
Date of Stay: 11/25/11 Review Submitted: 12/05/11

We really enjoyed staying at the Condo. So convenient to everything. We used the pool and exercise room which was a great amenity. The only thing I would recommend is a TV in the Master Bedroom. For those of us who can't fall asleep without a TV on. Great Condo. We hope to stay there again in the future.

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Nice Place

Guest: Warren (Virginia)
Date of Stay: 10/29/11 Review Submitted: 11/11/11

A very nice condo in a great location, walking distance to the Seattle Center, very nice local restaurants, the SAM Sculpture Garden on the Waterfront, and a short monorail ride to downtown. Great views of Elliott Bay. A very nice place for two couples to share. Owners very helpful, condo is clean and well equipped, on site parking very convenient.

Recommended for:Adventure seekers, age 55+, families with young children, girls getaway, tourists without a car, romantic getaway, sightseeing.

Alicia (California)

Guest: Alicia (San Mateo, CA)
Date of Stay: 10/14/11 Review Submitted: 10/21/11

Our family of 6, definitely enjoyed our stay at this lovely and beautiful condo. It was very spacious. It was exactly as described with great views. This condo is tastefully decorated, modern, very clean,and very comfortable. We all felt at home. The location was perfect, close to great restaurants and is in the center of major attractions. The owners,Tina and Tracy were so accommodating and helpful.

Recommended for:Adventure seekers, age 55+, families with teenagers, families with young children, tourists without a car, romantic getaway, sightseeing.

I would stay here again.....

Guest: sunny (Vernon, BC, Canada)
Date of Stay: 10/08/11 Review Submitted: 10/17/11

Fantastic views, lovely condo, close to everything you need. The location was really excellent especially great for night life on the weekend. We enjoyed the rooftop BBQ as well as the indoor swimming pool and hot tub. Slept 6 of us comfortably on our ladies weekend.

Recommended for:Age 55+, girls getaway, tourists without a car, romantic getaway, sightseeing.

Perfect location, great views

Guest: Cyndi (Chicago)
Date of Stay: 06/10/11 Review Submitted: 06/21/11

I stayed at this condo over June 10th weekend. There were 6 of us and plenty of room for everyone. The location is great. You are right between Pikes Market and the Space Needle, both within walking distance, also the waterfront. My family stayed here prior to a cruise and was able to walk to the cruise terminal. The condo was clean and nicely decorated with plenty of kitchen supplies. My kids enjoyed the indoor pool and hot tub. The views from the balcony and windows were spectacular. Since it is in such a good location, it was a little noisy at night from the street below but there was a fan in the bedroom that drowned out a lot of the noise. I would definately stay here again.

Recommended for:Families with teenagers, families with young children, girls getaway, tourists without a car, romantic getaway, sightseeing.

Terrific!

Guest: js (San Diego)
Date of Stay: 06/02/11 Review Submitted: 06/09/11

Great views, nicely decorated, perfect location, easy to book........what more could one ask for??!! 5 sisters stayed here for a long weekend. Everything was w/in easy distance by either walking or the free bus. My only advice is to bring earplugs if you are not used to city living. Didn't bother me, but some might have an issue with the noise. That's what you get for the location! Would definitely stay here again! FYI, the bar at the Edgewater Hotel just down on the waterfront from the condo has great views and cocktails!

Recommended for:People with disabilities, age 55+, families with teenagers, families with young children, girls getaway, tourists without a car, sightseeing.

Great location and beautiful apartment........

Guest: Coleen (Haiku, Maui, Hawaii)
Date of Stay: 05/29/11 Review Submitted: 06/03/11

We just stayed at this 2 bedroom/ 2 bath apartment. There were a total of 6 of us and it was very spacious and comfortable. Great views and super location with good restaurants all within walking distance. The hosts of this unit were extremely easy to communicate with, very friendly and left alot of info of places to eat and things to do while we were in town. We all had a great experience, thanks for the great hospitality.

Recommended for:Age 55+, families with teenagers, families with young children, tourists without a car, sightseeing.

Fantastic place!

Guest: Marinersfan (Langley, BC)
Date of Stay: 05/27/11 Review Submitted: 06/21/11

Loved the condo - very nicely decorated - all amenitites included. Good location - went for a ball game - with free transit downtown and walking distance everywhere! Great restaurants, bakeris and pubs within walking distance - this is a must stay for anyone!

Recommended for:Adventure seekers, families with teenagers, families with young children, girls getaway, tourists without a car, romantic getaway, sightseeing.

Terrific experience

Guest: Iowan (Iowa)
Date of Stay: 04/20/11 Review Submitted: 05/03/11

This two bedroom condo was perfect for our family. We had plenty of room, the views were awesome, and the location was ideal. This was our first trip to Seattle. The condo is in walking distance to many tourist destinations. The neighborhood had a number of great coffee shops, restaurants, and boutiques. This was our first time using VRO, but I am sure we will use it again.

Recommended for:Age 55+, families with teenagers, girls getaway, tourists without a car, romantic getaway, sightseeing.

Sleeping in Seattle

Guest: Al (Virginia)
Date of Stay: 04/05/11 Review Submitted: 04/12/11

This comfortable apartment in Seattle's funky Belltown district, between downtown and the Space Needle museum area, is a fine location for exploring the city. We found the apartment clean, light-filled and well equipped for our needs,

Recommended for:Age 55+, families with teenagers, families with young children, tourists without a car, sightseeing.

Wonderful Weekend get-away!

Guest: cathycliff (Spokane, WA)
Date of Stay: 04/01/11 Review Submitted: 04/08/11

This is a beautiful condo - the views are wonderful and the condo is so comfortable - we felt right at home! The pool, spa and fitness area were perfect. We loved the convenience to everything and the bakery right outside the main entrance was phenomenal. Although there is quite a bit of traffic noise, the provided fans muffled the sounds well and that is part of being in the heart of downtown! We had an authentic Italian dinner at La Fontana on Blanchard and would highly recommend it! Thank you for a clean, convenient and cozy condo for our weekend get-away!

Recommended for:Age 55+, families with teenagers, families with young children, tourists without a car, romantic getaway, sightseeing.

Great Spring Break!

Guest: Topaz (Shawnee, KS)
Date of Stay: 03/13/11 Review Submitted: 04/09/11

My family had a great stay in Belltown, the condo had room for everyone to have their own space - all with great views, we loved watching the ferries, and seeing the mountains in the distance. It was a great location, we enjoyed walking to the Pikes Place Market and getting some fresh fruits and vegies, and being able to walk to the Aquarium, one of the kids favorite spots. The kitchen was well equipped, for some easy meals at home, and also enjoyed having some great restaurants for dinner in the neighborhood and hanging at the jazz bar!

Recommended for:Age 55+, families with teenagers, families with young children, girls getaway, tourists without a car, romantic getaway, sightseeing.

Wonderful Seattle (Belltown) location

Guest: Tony and Crew (Oak Lawn, Illinois)
Date of Stay: 10/28/10 Review Submitted: 11/16/10

My family and I enjoyed staying at this condo. It was really perfectly situated to enjoy everything in and around the area known as Belltown. It is tastefully decorated and very comfortable. It was an ideal setup for the four adults. Nice view, covered parking, comfortable beds. We've rented from VRBO owners all over the world. Most important to us, is the feeling your at home. With this condo, it felt like home. The only negative about the condo was/is the noise. Even into the early morning hours, the traffic and the "loud" people walking on the streets below made it at times annoying (when the windows are open). If you are a light sleeper like I am, this could be a problem. However, I woudl still rent this condo in the future.

Recommended for:Families with teenagers, tourists without a car, romantic getaway, sightseeing.

Beautiful condo with awesome views in an excellent location.

Guest: Ketchy (Duncan, BC Canada)
Date of Stay: 10/16/10 Review Submitted: 10/21/10

I would highly recommend this condo. The location is fabulous with a short walk to everything. The coffee shop below is awesome and serves the best breakfast around. Brought tears to our eyes it was so good. Just a short walk and your at Pikes. The condo is very well maintaned and is a pretty good size. Awesome ocean views from every room. This is a corner unit so the master bedroom has wicked views. There was 4 adults and a baby in our group and the condo was perfect in size. Next time we travel to Seattle I will most definately look at renting this condo again.

Recommended for:Families with young children, girls getaway, tourists without a car, romantic getaway, sightseeing.

An Amazing Condo

Guest: Amanda (Fairfax, VA)
Date of Stay: 08/18/10 Review Submitted: 09/02/10

My family and I had a wonderful 4 nights at the condo. The views were fabulous and the condo was gorgeous. We cooked in most nights while enjoying the views. The location was fabulous. We walked everywhere. We visited the Space Needle and had a lovely lunch at the top. We also took a day tour to Victoria to have tea at the Empress Hotel. The crossing was choppy on the way out but nice with great views of Mt. Rainer on the way back. Thanks Tina and Stacy for sharing your lovely condo with us. We will be back!!!!

Recommended for:Adventure seekers, families with young children, girls getaway, tourists without a car, sightseeing.

Great Girls Getaway!

Guest: LindaJ (Palmdale)
Date of Stay: 07/28/10 Review Submitted: 08/27/10

We rented this condo along with another unit in the same building to accommodate 11 girls for our annual getaway weekend. There were six girls in this unit, and the accommodations were perfect! We find this option to be much better and more cost-effective than renting hotels rooms. The location of the condo was perfect, central to all downtown Seattle has to offer. The layout and accommodations in the unit were excellent. The beds are comfortable, the unit is immaculate, the building amenities are terrific, and the staff is very helpful! Highly recommended!

Recommended for:Families with teenagers, girls getaway, tourists without a car, romantic getaway, sightseeing.

July 2010

Guest: Fabio (Switzerland)
Date of Stay: 07/08/10 Review Submitted: 07/13/10

Stacy, Tina, We enjoyed very much our 5 days stay in your nice apartment. Excellent view, perfect location (close to the best attractions in Seattle), everything you need in a very well taken care of apartment. Many thanks! Fabio

Recommended for:People with disabilities, age 55+, families with teenagers, girls getaway, tourists without a car, romantic getaway, sightseeing.

Guest: Tom Eckle (cayucos, Ca)
Date of Stay: 04/09/10 Review Submitted: 04/09/10

Our stay at the Belltown condo was wonderful, the views spectacular, the condo nicely furnished and convenient. We made use of the exercise room, pool and spa as well. I have to say having under cover and secure parking was an tremendous asset especially during inclimate weather. We wil stay here again. Thanks to Stacy and Tina for the quick return of our deposit and all that they did to make our stay a great experience.

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Guest: Robin48 (Camarillo, CA)
Date of Stay: 09/14/09 Review Submitted: 09/14/09

We found the condo very attractive and accommodating. The views are terrific. Of course we visited on a weekend where the weather could not have been more perfect. The nearby restaurants certainly fit our tastes, whether for breakfast, lunch, happy hour or dinner. Best thing was the bakery just outside the front door! With a lot of the sights within walking distance, it made our stay at this condo perfect and very enjoyable.

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In the heart of it all!

Guest: familytraveler1 (Chicago, IL)
Date of Stay: 08/25/09 Review Submitted: 09/01/09

The owners of this property made it effortless for my family to stay in Seattle! We were able to walk or take public transportation to the major attractions in Seattle (the Market, the Space Needle, the Cruise lines, and more!) The amenities that they offered were above and beyond. And, the views from the condo were fabulous! Truly our home away from home!

Recommended for:Families with young children, tourists without a car, sightseeing.

Guest: Joe45 (San Jose, CA)
Date of Stay: 08/19/09 Review Submitted: 08/19/09

The place is very nice and comfortably accomodated six of us and a toddler. Very centrally located and the views were really nice to wake up to in the morning. You'll enjoy your stay here.

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Guest: Donald3 (Louisiana)
Date of Stay: 07/13/09 Review Submitted: 07/13/09

Absolute PERFECTION! My family of five recently spent a week in this amazing condo and loved it! The security of gated parking and buzzer entries are great from a practical sense; but the clean, stylish, modern decor and design of the condo made it our favorite leased apartment on our month-long romp through California and Washington - and BY FAR the best view of any we had - breathtaking from every room! The location is ideal - my kids want us to move to Seattle and they insist that Belltown be the area we should live in! And it's not just the Belltown area, but the fact that such a fabulous bakery is steps away from the front door of the building (easy quick Latte and baked goods access is essential with my spoiled group - they don't open their eyes unless coffee is already present!) that makes this apartment such a treasure to have found! We walked to most tourist places around the area - Space Needle Complex, Pike Place Market, Olympic Sculpture Park (recommended - and make sure you see the pavilion exhibits and visit the SAM Shop there!) and it was completely pleasant and never a strain. Day or night, the surrounding area felt safe... sometimes quite late in the night, we walked to great nearby restaurants and clubs and never felt ill at ease... The bottom line? I will make every effort to stay here upon any return to Seattle and highly, HIGHLY recommend it for others! Great Condo / Great City! (Okay - one last recommendation... Peter Miller's Book Store! We were in Seattle for Father's Day and my family bought me IDEO Method Cards and books! Great, GREAT store!)... okay, that's it... Donald

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Condo vs. downtown hotel?

Guest: Dave & Dorea (Iowa City, IA)
Date of Stay: 07/01/09 Review Submitted: 07/08/09

The condo was in a great, popular, and safe (Belltown) district in downtown Seattle; walking distance to EMP, Pike Market, the aquarium, downtown shopping, etc. There is a wonderful bakery attached and early risers can sit outside in the a.m. reading the paper and taking in the local culture. We kept our vehicle in the secure garage and walked to area attractions. At night, it was easy to grab a cab to go explore other Seattle districts and restaurants. Working with Stacy & Tina was an easy and positive experience with prompt, very professional & personable service. We were traveling with 2 toddlers and extended family and the condo was very comfortable for the 6 of us. The condo has FANTASTIC views of Puget Sound - it's a corner unit with many windows!. The condo was clean with modern decor and many amenities are provided such as: a washer & dryer, computer, infant items, Nintendo game cube (our 5 year old loved this!), oscillating fans and even umbrellas. The balcony is small (not huge) but there are both an outside garden on the 3rd floor and rooftop area on the 7th in which you can go outside & relax - weather permitting. At night, it is a little loud because Belltown is lively - you can either join the fun or close the windows & turn on the fans! We've always stayed at the downtown Westin or W Hotel. We were as happy in this condo rental as these 4 star hotels plus we had additional amenities and saved money (compared to the cost of 2 hotel rooms to accommodate 6 people). My husband used to live in Seattle so we've spent quite a bit of time in the city, but you do not have to be a seasoned visitor to enjoy this area. Whether you are on a romantic city weekend, trip with friends or family vacation, this condo can accommodate your needs. We would definitely recommend the property and working with Stacy and Tina.

Recommended for:Families with teenagers, families with young children, girls getaway, tourists without a car, romantic getaway, sightseeing.

Guest: Tamara11 (Hayden, Idaho)
Date of Stay: 07/01/09 Review Submitted: 06/30/09

Our family just returned from a 4 day weekend in Seattle. We were pleasantly surprised by the clean, classy condo with comfortable furnishings. The view is fantastic and we enjoyed watching the activity in the harbor from evey room/window. The parking was appreciated as well as the great location for walking to most everything. We even walked back after a Sounders game at Qwest field...no car needed!We bought fresh fish and veggies and grilled on the rooftop balcony only one floor above the condo. Seattle was sunny the whole time...perfect! Another plus for this condo is the super bakery right below...yum. My teenagers the pool as well. Owners were easy to work with and helpful when called. Thank you for a great visit! Tamara

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Beautiful condo

Guest: Shondra (Peoria, AZ, USA)
Date of Stay: 05/29/09 Review Submitted: 06/09/09

The condo is beautiful & spacious, with an ocean view! The free washer & dryer were a nice perk, so we didn't have to take as many dirty clothes home. There are plenty of places to eat close by (some under the condo itself), and there is a convenience store on the corner. My only complaint is that there is no central AC (there is a portable AC in the master bedroom, and a couple fans in the other rooms). It was a bit warm at the end of May, and the windows don't have curtains to keep out the heat. Also, the window coverings were mesh pull-down screens, not curtains or blinds, so the sun shone in the rooms as soon as sunrise hit. Overall, we had a great time in Seattle! This condo is a 15-20 minute walk from Pike Place Market & the Space Needle...no public transportation necessary.

Recommended for:Families with teenagers, families with young children, tourists without a car, pet owners, sightseeing.

Guest: Laura Brys (-)
Date of Stay: 05/25/09 Review Submitted: 05/25/09

Everything was absolutely perfect. The checkin basket was very thoughtful.

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Guest: annachau (Garden Grove, CA)
Date of Stay: 04/01/09 Review Submitted: 04/09/09

We absolutely loved our stay at the condo. It was the perfect location and had great views. Everything was in walking distance. The condo was beautiful and very accommodating. We totally rent the condo again the next time we visit Seattle. Thanks.

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Guest: Anonymous
Date of Stay: 04/01/09 Review Submitted: 04/05/09

Absolutely perfect for a girls weekend! The view was jaw dropping when you step into the condo. Stacy and Tina are amazing to work with. Will definitely keep in mind for the next girls weekend out.

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Guest: Anonymous
Date of Stay: 03/01/09 Review Submitted: 03/24/09

Fabulous Vacation getaway - the apartment is bright and cheerful and was a wonderful home away from home for our vacation - great location, everything you needed, and the view of the Sound was spectacular - would definately recommend!!!

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Guest: Anonymous
Date of Stay: 01/01/09 Review Submitted: 01/05/09

We had a wonderful family stay in your condo over the Christmas week. We had some friends over and they thoroughly enjoyed the accomodations and the view your place provided. Thank you!

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Guest: Anonymous
Date of Stay: 11/01/08 Review Submitted: 11/09/08

The view really is amazing. The condo is well and tastefully appointed, and the rental arrangements were well-organized. It is located within walking distance of Seattle Center and Pike Place Market. The apartment is not large, but it perfectly suited our needs for a 3 night stay in Seattle. We were very pleased and would stay here again.

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Guest: Anonymous
Date of Stay: 10/01/08 Review Submitted: 10/29/08

This condo was just perfect for our family of 5 adults for the weekend. The view was spectacular, the condo well equipped, clean,comfortable and accurately represented on the web-site. The short walk to Pike's Market and downtown Seattle made this location ideal. We would definitely return.

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Guest: Anonymous
Date of Stay: 10/01/08 Review Submitted: 10/22/08

This condo came with a great view, nice kitchen, and is across the street from the well-known Ace Hotel. BUT - the Ace does not have such a view. Both bathrooms are perfectly clean, as is the place overall. This is one of the best condo rentals we have ever experienced. Advice: The second bedroom is not very private, but that did not bother us much, and would be an asset to people who want to easily track or watch kids.

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Guest: Anonymous
Date of Stay: 09/01/08 Review Submitted: 09/29/08

The view was great! good location for doing Seattle tourism. Highly recommend to anyone wanting a central Seattle location. Great communications during the renting process

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Guest: Anonymous
Date of Stay: 08/01/08 Review Submitted: 08/29/08

The apartment exceeded our expectations - central location and beautiful views. All 6 of us (4 adults and 2 kids) slept comfortably. They even supplied a playpen, stroller, and high chair for the 1 year old. We all (especially the kids) enjoyed the pool and hot tub. The apartment is newly renovated and the kitchen is well-equipped. It was very convenient to have a pizza parlor and a bakery in the building.

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Guest: Anonymous
Date of Stay: 08/01/08 Review Submitted: 08/23/08

What a great holiday place! The location and apartment are fabulous...Slept 5 of us comfortably and a great alternative to a cramped hotel room!

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