Perfect Location for the U2 Concert and Exploring Downtown SEA!!!

Guest: NWVixen (Bay Area, CA)
Date of Stay: 06/02/11 Review Submitted: 10/13/11

After searching and searching for a hotel and scouring VRBO for a place to accommodate two people without spending and arm and a leg, I came across this lovely condo. The owners were more than accommodating to squeeze us in between two rentals, which I am forever grateful for. The location of the condo was absolutely perfect! With its close proximity to Pike's Street Market and other downtown shopping we were able to explore a lot more of the downtown scene than we would have been staying in the outskirts! The big plus, we were able to walk to and from Qwest field for the U2 concert!! We did have a car and did our shopping at Whole Foods and purchased other snacks in the Market. The condo itself is nicely finished and furnished. I enjoyed my morning coffee on the small deck that faced the sound. The bathroom was gorgeous, with the tile work and I loved the river rock shower! I would definitely stay here again!

Recommended for:Romantic getaway, tourists without a car, sightseeing, girls getaway.

Lovely Seattle waterfront condo

Guest: Rob & Lee (Mission Viejo, CA)
Date of Stay: 08/11/11 Review Submitted: 08/19/11

We just got back from our 3rd trip to stay in this lovely Seattle condo. As with our other visits, we were so happy to open the door again to the incredible water view. Photos/description are so accurate. The condo was clean and sparkling, just as we remember it, with a lovely kitchen, fully equipped with every modern appliance, great pots, pans and cutlery (we love to cook!). Dinner at the dining table gazing out at the ferries gliding by is something not to be missed. Preben and Nicole have furnished the condo in a very stylish, comfortable way. Comfy bed with loads of extra towels and linens. Touches like the warm throws in the den are really nice, too. Great flat screen TV in the den, and wi-fi is available. The condo is in a perfect spot for walking to any venue, so we didn’t bother renting a car this time, but there is a secure reserved parking space for those that do. Walk to Pikes Place Market to buy the freshest seafood, meat, vegetables and flowers imaginable. Hard to leave that view, but we took the ferry to Bainbridge Island for a great afternoon, plus the Aquarium and downtown shopping are all close. Loved visiting Lake Union. Can’t wait to visit again and would highly recommend this property. Thanks, Preben and Nicole – great place you have there!

Recommended for:Romantic getaway, tourists without a car, sightseeing, age 55+.

Several Things Misrepresented in Description

Guest: Kathy (Tucson AZ)
Date of Stay: 06/12/11 Review Submitted: 07/15/11

In general the condo was very nice, and the view was amazing. Lots of "entertainment" to watch on the waterfront from the teeny tiny porch with the unusable porch furniture. The porch furniture is old and there is too much furniture for such a tiny space - can't even stand and watch the waterfront without fighting the furniture. In the description and contract I signed in January there were two parking spaces listed, and it became a big deal to get the two promised. The TV in the den IS NOT 50". There is only one bed in the condo so if there are more than two people the others will have to sleep on a coach - this condo DOES NOT sleep 2-4 people. The wine coolers were not working. Printer paper was promised in the contract - none available. The kitchen and bathroom cabinets are filthy inside. There are pots and pans that are not usable. There were no mugs for hot drinks, although there was a coffee maker. There are scurff marks all over the workwork - needs a good scrubbing. There were hardly any cleaning supplies and none available to clean the tile floors. The vacuum cleaner does not pick up anything. The closet rod fell down with three pairs of slacks hanging on it. The undercabint lights in the kitchen only worked sometimes - didn't figure out the combination to getting them to work in 26 days! We had to beg the front desk staff for two full sets of keys. All in all we enjoyed the condo, and the owners were very responsive to our needs when we asked. However, I don't feel we should have to ask for any of the above mentioned things. I'm not sure the owners have been in the condo for some time to really see the normal wear and tear of renters.

Owner response:We take great care and pride in our home in the city and want to respond directly to the concerns expressed by the renter above. We have rented this condo successfully for years and have never had a poor review, or even negative comment. It is consistently rented and often by repeat renters. We take full responsibility for the miscommunication on the parking and worked very quickly to mitigate the problem which will not be an issue going forward. Had we been informed about the renters concerns or heard about them from any previous renters we would have addressed them immediately. We're sorry that these renters did not have the same great experience that all past visitors have had. We take this very seriously and will evaluate each concern when we check in there soon as we do between each renter and when we live there for periods of time throughout the year. Best! Nicole & Preben

Recommended for:Tourists without a car, sightseeing, age 55+.

Great Location for a Seattle Vacation

Guest: Tom and Cat (Athens, GA)
Date of Stay: 04/09/11 Review Submitted: 05/14/11

Could not have been a more perfect vacation condo. Just what we were looking for in a relaxing week in Seattle. Top of the line furniture and appliances. Very well maintained condo. Wonderful view of the water and truly just steps away from Pike Street Market. Great central location for your Seattle area adventure!

Recommended for:Romantic getaway, tourists without a car, sightseeing, age 55+.

Beautiful Waterfront Condo

Guest: Don & Phyllis (Pasco, WA 99301)
Date of Stay: 10/28/09 Review Submitted: 12/16/10

We spent the month of November in this clean &well-maintained condo. It was beautifully furnished and the view was incredible. The location on the water was wonderful. My husband really enjoyed watching the ferries and large cargo ships as they cruised by. We loved having a garage to park our car in. We walked to town for shopping, restaurants, and the Public Market . We enjoyed ferry rides to Bremerton and Bainbridged Island.We could walk to our favorite restaurants which included Crab Pot, Anthony's, Etta's, Dahlia Lounge, and 67 at the Edgewater. Nicole was so nice and easy to work with in putting all the details together. I would highly recommend this property and we look forward to returning sometime soon.

Recommended for:Romantic getaway, tourists without a car, age 55+.

1 Terrific Month

Guest: Julie (Sunnyvale CA)
Date of Stay: 09/06/10 Review Submitted: 10/13/10

Our stay at this condo was everything we hoped for and more! The location in Belltown with its incredible view, the thoughtfully equipped kitchen, bathroom and comfortable King bed made this a vacation to remember. We loved the clean modern decor and the small deck opening from the living area. From this central location we were able to walk to restaurants, the Market, the Sympony at Benaroya Hall, SAM, the Ferries, the water taxi to W.Seattle and Vashon Isl as well as ride the free bus in the downtown area. From the garage we were able to cycle through the Waterfront Park to Magnolia/Carleton Park Bluffs/ Discovery Park via the off street Interbay Trail. A short drive allowed us to access the Burke-Gilman multi-use trail around Lk. Washington. The secured bike areas were an added bonus. Nicole was a pleasure to work with and answered all questions promptly. We plan to stay here again. Thanks Nicole and Preben.

Recommended for:Romantic getaway, tourists without a car, adventure seekers, girls getaway, age 55+, families with teenagers.

Anniversary Review

Guest: JRWIII (North Carolina)
Date of Stay: 04/27/10 Review Submitted: 05/06/10

My wife and I spent our 20th Anniversary at this property. The condo, furnishings, amenities are all superior. The view over the pier is fabulous! We did not rent a car. No Need. The market is a fun walk and ride on the lift. The aquarium is right across the street. There are so many resturant choices the challenge is not to visit them all. (The den is really a bedroom) We have leased properties of various sizes in the US, Bahamas and abroad. We rate Seattle Waterfront a solid 10 of 10 for luxury, comfort and LOCATION

Recommended for:Romantic getaway, tourists without a car, sightseeing, girls getaway, age 55+.

The Perfect Seattle Vacation

Guest: Emilynel (Sacramento, CA)
Date of Stay: 03/18/10 Review Submitted: 03/26/10

This condo was the perfect place to stay for our first trip to Seattle. We walked to and from the market at least 3 times a day to buy food from the vendors and just take everything in. It is so close that there was no reason to go to a grocery store (beyond the small one located in the market) because the market was so close and had everything we needed. The condo was clean and everything was very up to date and the view was amazing. The bed was comfortable and the double head shower was a great added bonus. We had dinner at Chandler's one of the nights and it was amazing. It is pricey but the food, service and atmosphere were all amazing. It was a wonderful trip and we would most definitely stay here again if we were to plan another trip to Seattle!

Recommended for:Romantic getaway, tourists without a car, sightseeing, age 55+.

Guest: Ann Sacora (-)
Date of Stay: 03/22/10 Review Submitted: 03/22/10

I just wanted to thank you for the opportunity to rent your gorgeous apt in downtown Seattle in March! It was more than we could hope for, and even more lovely than your photos on VRBO. Totally brand new and the highest of quality. A lovely place to sit & share our lives, or pop out to wander the market & shops, find another incredible restaurant. We could not be more pleased!!! The location and view were absolutely perfect (they even had fireworks over the water on our 1st night!). We were able to walk everywere – fell in love with Seattle. I would have written something in a guest book there, but did not find one. Again, thank you so much, Nicole! I hope to come back some time and bring my husband.Yours truly,Anne SacoraKentucky

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Guest: Rob & Lee (Mission Viejo, CA)
Date of Stay: 01/13/10 Review Submitted: 01/13/10

We just spent the week over New Years’ in this lovely condo. What a wonderful experience! We visit Seattle often, but this is the first time we’ve ever rented a condo for our stay. Incredible water view, beautifully decorated, with every modern amenity. Great location just a few blocks from Pike’s Market, where we bought fresh produce, seafood, and meats to cook in the very well equipped gourmet kitchen. For those who don’t want to cook, there are so many restaurants within walking distance, or just a short drive/cab ride away. There were many thoughtful touches like lots of big fluffy towels and warm comfy throws to snuggle in while watching the ferries cross the Sound or curled up to read a book or watch TV. Two parking spaces are provided in the secured parking structure, great for those who are driving as parking is at a premium in Seattle. The Fact Sheet Nicole sent us for the condo was really helpful. When we had a question after we arrived, I sent a quick e-mail to Nicole and she got right back to me with an answer.We opted to return our rental car several days early and walked just about everywhere we wanted to go except on New Year’s when we took a taxi to our favorite restaurant, The Brooklyn. We can never miss The Confectionary at Pike’s Market for delightful 2-bite cheesecakes of every type imaginable. Take a short ferry ride over to Bainbridge Island to walk around the quaint village, grab a cup of coffee and a snack, and come back about sunset – seeing Seattle’s incredible skyline from the water as you return to the city is something not to miss.The only possible addition we could think of that might be helpful would be a booklet or binder in the condo containing a list of available TV channels (local and cable), perhaps a list of local AM/FM radio stations for those who do not have/use an IPod, instructions on how to operate the DVD player, plus telephone numbers for one or two local taxi companies for those who aren’t driving.This is a wonderful property we would recommend to anyone visiting Seattle. We’re already planning our next visit! Thank you to Preben and Nicole for their help and hospitality.

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