Vacation Rentals by Owner

Beautiful home in wonderful neighborhood

Guest: rsrd (Milwaukie, Oregon)
Date of Stay: 12/27/11 Review Submitted: 01/06/12

I would highly recommend renting this wonderful home. The aesthetic in architecture and decor are unsurpassed compared to any other home rental I have visited. The views from the western facing windows are all captivating. We were two families of four who rented this home together. The home had plenty of room for all especially with the additional space on the lowest level for the teenagers. The proximity to Seattle Center, mass transit, great restaurants and shops all add up to qualities that this homes location offers. Walking in this neighborhood was a great way to start the day and appreciate the neighborhood of Queen Anne that is unique to Seattle. Enjoy !

Owner response:Thank you so much, Fred - please come again! Nancie

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

INCREDIBLE VIEWS, GRACIOUS, COMFORTABLE HOME

Guest: Karen G. (Muncie)
Date of Stay: 08/24/11 Review Submitted: 09/16/11

We had an absolutely delightful time at your home!! The pictures DO NOT do the home justice. It is obvious that it has been lovingly restored. Everything in the home was top-notch. By far the nicest VRBO home we have ever rented. There was plenty of room for 5 adults and our little 9-month old. The master bedroom closet made a perfect room for her!! Thank you Nancie for thinking of all the small things you need when renting a home so far from your own. It was nice to have all the spices and condiments left, which seems like such a little thing but I always hate throwing away the unused food items. The kitchen was well-stocked with utensils and cookware. The outdoor spaces were great as well since we had incredible weather while there. We visited Snoqualmie Falls, Olympic Natl' Park making it all the way to Rialto Beach. We visited Gas Works Park, the locks, Pike St. Market, Mars Hill Church in Baldwin on Sunday and my husband and I went to The Jazz Alley one night, We loved Seattle and hope to come back soon! Your place will be the destination to lay our heads at night.

Recommended for:Families with teenagers, romantic getaway, sightseeing.

Fantastic views and great neighborhood!

Guest: Norma (Half Moon Bay, CA)
Date of Stay: 07/25/11 Review Submitted: 07/28/11

We had a fantastic stay at this luxury home! The home offers stunning Views Views Views, located in a great neighborhood. It is well stocked with all essentials and then some! Loved the master shower! Thank you, Nancie for making this home so comfortable! We simply didn't want to leave and hope to be back very soon!

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

Thishouse is amazing!

Guest: Janet M, Santa Barbara, CA
Date of Stay: 07/20/11 Review Submitted: 07/26/11

This house is amazing!! We had a fabulous tikme. I can't think of anything that needs improving.

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Guest: Fred and Dottie
Date of Stay: 06/26/11 Review Submitted: 07/08/11

Dear Nancie, Fred and I want to thank you for allowing us to stay in your lovely studio apartment. We thoroughly enjoyed our stay and found it to be very clean, bright and roomy. It was very convenient having the bus service at the bottom of the hill. I enjoyed your beautiful flower gardens and your vegetable gardens! Those red strawberries were tempting to pick! ;) Also enjoyed the views of Puget Sound and the Olympic Mtns from our patio. Our thanks again Nancie for helping to make our time in Seattle very comfortable in your studio apartment! So glad that Maria introduced us to you! Sincerely, Dottie 'and' Fred

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Fabulous Family Vacation

Guest: L (Arkansas)
Date of Stay: 06/18/11 Review Submitted: 07/09/11

Spent a week in this lovely home. Family of 5 - children 17, 14, and 7. Grandparents also made the trip and had the privacy of the lower level studio. Great location. Beautifully furnished. Complete kitchen - ate breakfast in home and cooked dinner in almost all nights. Spent the days out and all over the area. No problems with key pickup. Everything as promised. Thank you Nancy for a great vacation.

Owner response:Thank you, Linda and Michael - a pleasure having you here. Come again!

Recommended for:Adventure seekers, age 55+, families with teenagers, families with young children, girls getaway, sightseeing.

WOW!

Guest: Ipolani (Hilo,Hawaii)
Date of Stay: 06/09/11 Review Submitted: 06/21/11

What a terrific time we had in this ?storybook? home! It is so much more than the pictures can capture! We created culinary delights in that 5 star kitchen and the decks were perfect for the sunset as well as intimate conversations. Delicate details, awesome views and a home that resonates warmth. Invigorating walks thru the surrounding areas, downtown and along the bay invite side walk coffee and sophisticated shopping. There is always something ?happening? in Seattle! Thank you! We will sing your praises here in the islands and look forward to returning!!

Owner response:Thank you, Louisa - so happy you all enjoyed it and look forward to having you here again! Nancie

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

Comfy, stunning, spacious!

Guest: Carol & Mike (Ahualoa, Hawaii)
Date of Stay: 04/20/11 Review Submitted: 06/07/11

Having lived in Seattle for six years, I knew which areas I wanted to stay in. Queen Anne was at the top of the list, but this beautiful house seemed like it might be too much for the two of us with occasional guests. I booked in anyway as it looked so nice, and am so happy I did! What an incredible house this is-- great views of the Olympics, well appointed in every way, owner very responsive to my queries and concerns. The neighborhood is quiet and beautiful and it was truly lovely to be in a neighborhood instead of an hotel downtown. We were there at the height of spring blooms-- tulips, hyacinths, bluebells, and trees bursting out into pinks and whites and lavenders. All visible from our windows. The weather was cold, but we felt cozy inside. Spent many hours (when not running around Seattle) in the master bedroom in the chair by the window reading, crocheting, and admiring the view. So relaxing. We had a few warm sunny days when we took advantage of the front porch for lunch and fresh air. I love that this is an old house that has been lovingly and thoroughly updated. The yards are nicely planted and maintained with many varieties of flowering plants and trees. The master room bed was very comfy (I am very picky about beds), and the king bed in one guest room was also reported to be very comfortable. The brass full-sized bed in the second guest room was not used during our stay, but it looked a little rickety and uncomfortable to me. (probably my only complaint and it didn't really apply to me!) Delightful rain showerhead in master bath; comfy claw foot tub in second bath for a good bubble bath. The living room was spectacular! Big cushy couch, views abundant, and my favorite, the gas fireplace which we switched on when we came in from the cold outside weather. It warmed up the living room (and us!) very quickly. We will definitely book in here again!

Owner response:Thank you, Carol! It was a pleasure having you here. To respond to your only "so-so" comment, the "third bedroom" is exactly that - great for kids, only a full sized bed - all attention is on the first two King-sized rooms...but in fact, guests have reported sleeping wonderfully on the iron bed, and kids have no complaints either! Thanks again for being here and for the great review. Now that summer is really approaching, the gardens are more spectacular then ever - including the farm-share beds filled with strawberries, herbs, artichokes, chocolate and spearmint, onions, tomatoes, etc, etc - lovingly maintained by neighbors, it is our "common wealth" and great eating to boot. All best to you! Nancie

Recommended for:Age 55+, families with teenagers, families with young children, girls getaway, romantic getaway, sightseeing.

Nice house, good neighborhood...

Guest: Doug (Seattle)
Date of Stay: 03/03/11 Review Submitted: 05/19/11

We had a great time. The house is thoughtfully decorated and exceeded our expectations. The neighborhood is quiet but within walking distance of cafes, restaurants and other entertainment. I would come back in a heartbeat

Owner response:Thank you, Doug! Thump, thump...there are still some lovely summer nights left on the calendar! Seriously, do come again.

Recommended for:Romantic getaway, sightseeing.

Christmas in Seattle

Guest: Tracey (Avalon - Catalina Island, California)
Date of Stay: 12/21/10 Review Submitted: 01/02/12

This home was the Ideal solution for a family Christmas far away from home. The Queen Anne district is fantastic, and even though the posted photos are plentiful and gorgeous, the house is so much more: updated perfectly, furnished beautifully - with exquisite attention to comforting details. High end linens and abundant towels, the well stocked gourmet kitchen, the embrace of a warm fire place as one takes in the remarkable views of Elliot Bay and the Olympic Mountains...combined to make us relax and truly enjoy our family time. Thank-you Nancie for making your wonderful home available. We look forward to returning some day soon!

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Queen Anne House

Guest: Linda & The Ohio Gang (Ohio, Washington DC, USA)
Date of Stay: 07/01/10 Review Submitted: 08/05/10

Our group of 7 absolutely loved renting this beautiful home from Nancie. The pictures certainly do not do justice to the accomodations or the views! We were greeted with wine, flowers and coffee; a great way to start any rental experience. Nancie was very accommodating; allowing us to drop our bags early. The home is absolutely beautiful, clean to a fault and well-maintained. The girls walked the hills of Queen Anne each morning and came home to freshly brewed coffee enjoyed on the deck overlooking Elliot Bay. The gourmet kitchen is well-stocked and equipped. We shopped at Pike's Market and cooked dinner two nights at home, inviting friends who were also in the area. Loved hanging out on the deck watching sunset with wine! This home made our stay in Seattle so special, helping us to feel like natives as opposed to tourists. Nancie was available to answer our questions about restaurants, attractions and locations of the local stores. Can't say enough good about the home and the entire experience. I would recommend this rental to anyone! We hope to be able to stay again on our next trip to the area. Thanks, Nancie, for making our visit so enjoyable!

Owner response:Thank you Linda and all your gang - loved having you there and so happy you enjoyed it!

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

Guest: Rob & Margaret Glass (Atlanta, GA)
Date of Stay: 01/28/10 Review Submitted: 01/28/10

300 count Egyptian linen. Beautiful, diverse artwork. Ultra comfortable master bed with beautiful view bay and mountains. Fully stocked kitchen with professional quality equipment. Convenient location. Quiet neighborhood. This is the perfect respite from the "hectic" life. Feels like you have stepped into a private home especially prepared for you. Perfect in every way. We will return... often.

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Guest: Jeff133 (Chandler, AZ)
Date of Stay: 12/16/09 Review Submitted: 12/16/09

We had a wonderful time during our stay at your warm, friendly, and beautiful home. It was very well located for easy access to all our favorite places in Seattle. thank you for opening your home to my family.

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Guest: Jim Diekmann (Portland, OR)
Date of Stay: 12/02/09 Review Submitted: 12/02/09

Our Thanksgiving stay at 902 Lee was terrific. The kitchen was perfect for preparing our holiday meals, the dining area easily held our whole family, and the ever changing views of Elliot Bay were perfect for relaxing afterward. I hope that we have another opportunity to enjoy this home.

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Guest: Sarah Stuteville (Seattle, WA.)
Date of Stay: 11/13/09 Review Submitted: 11/13/09

I'm a native born Seattleite and often take this beautiful place for granted as a result. But a weekend at Nancie's vacation home reminded me of the stunning city I live in! Drop dead gorgeous views, a lush and beautiful garden, an amazing kitchen to cook dinner made up of local ingredients gathered at the Pike Place market a short bus ride away...it just doesn't get much better! Can't recommend enough!

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Guest: Kalena Gray (Hebron, KY)
Date of Stay: 09/29/09 Review Submitted: 09/29/09

902 w lee st.....FABULOUS. The home, the accomodations, the commercial stove and sink, the breathtaking view, the location, and the Nancie touches made our stay memorable and enchanting. A definite must see and experience while in Seattle! Thank you, Nancie!!!

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Guest: Louie2 (Seattle, WA)
Date of Stay: 09/25/09 Review Submitted: 09/25/09

Nancie, you have been wonderful to my family and friends. We had to rent this house because of out of town guests for a family member's funeral and Nancie was nothing but hospitable. I will definitely recommend others to stay here for a quick get-away from the daily grind. You were absolutely accomodating. We all appreciated that so much! Your home was beautiful and I loved the decor AND we loved the deck with the view!!!

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Guest: Nancie P. (Sydney, Australia)
Date of Stay: 07/30/09 Review Submitted: 07/30/09

What a fabulous house! We thoroughly enjoyed our 5 days here and would have loved to have stayed longer. The location is a perfect mix of urban/close to city and quiet neighborhood and the views are outstanding. With a beautifully renovated and appointed house like this, Nancie's lucky we had reasons to head home. Thanks for making it available to us! We hope to come back.

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Guest: Margaret Syverson (Fontana, Ca.)
Date of Stay: 07/15/09 Review Submitted: 07/15/09

We had an incredible time! Thank you for giving us the opportunity to stay in your amazing home! The views were breathtaking (we had great weather)and the location was perfect. Especially with the downtown bus stop just down the street. We have used VRBO several times and your home is one of our favorites! Next time we are in Seattle we hope to be able to stay at your home again. We definately recommend your home to anyone looking to stay in the area. Take care and Thanks again Nancie!

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Guest: Anonymous
Date of Stay: 07/03/09 Review Submitted: 07/03/09

The house was very comfortable and beautifully decorated. We would stay again if given the chance.

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Guest: Garth Ullom (Sedona, AZ.)
Date of Stay: 07/03/09 Review Submitted: 07/03/09

My daughter found this home online and wanted to go to Seattle when she graduated 9th grade! I made the reservation with Nancie and we Loved the home from the time we got there until we left! Everything was a positive except for one thing! It didn't rain when we were there and actually got into the 8o's! The house needs celing fans or at least screens in the windows for those hot days! We loved the house and hope to go back again this fall! Thanks Nancie!

Owner response:We don't really have flying bugs in Seattle, so screens are not very common. With wide-opening windows and doors on all sides of the house, fresh off the Pacific is our "air conditioning" of choice. Thanks Garth and Annie!

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Guest: Ryan Espegard (Seattle, WA)
Date of Stay: 05/21/09 Review Submitted: 05/21/09

This home is beautiful and is in the perfect location. My family loved spending the evenings on the deck watching the sunset over the mountains. I would recommend this home to anyone.

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Guest: Levi1 (Phoenix, AZ)
Date of Stay: 05/06/09 Review Submitted: 05/06/09

It's always great to have your expectations exceeded, and that's exactly what the owner and this lovely house did for us. This was more than enjoyable stay that was comfortable, inviting, convenient, lovely and conducive to entertaining. The pictures don't do it justice, as this house truly is a gem. The owner was very gracious and attentive towards making our stay enjoyable. The best moments of our Seattle visit included use of that fabulous kitchen to prep drinks and gourmet appetizers for enjoyment on the deck or front room with the fabulous views of Elliot Bay.

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Guest: Alison and Jason A. (Portland, OR)
Date of Stay: 05/06/09 Review Submitted: 05/06/09

So comfortable. So convenient. So close to everything. We also did lots of nights at home to enjoy the patio for supper and the delightful kitchen. Name it, Nancie has it. The bus stop at the end of the block is a treat for traveling into downtown and forgetting about your car! Beautiful neighborhood, beautiful views. Who stays in stuffy hotels anymore! With kids and a dog.. we were more than at home! Thank you Nancie.

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Guest: Marietta Sheffield (Redding, CA)
Date of Stay: 04/23/09 Review Submitted: 04/23/09

This place is fabulous. We had relatives from Chicago and Wisconsin who were absolutely blown away by the views and the ambiance of this lovely home. We ate dinner here every night mostly because it was such a warm environment, perfect for a visit with family. Queen Anne neighborhood is also worth a walk, filled with beautiful Seattle homes. Nancie was a great hostess and had good ideas for sites to see and things to do. Highly recommend this home.

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Guest: Ann66 (San Diego, CA)
Date of Stay: 03/25/09 Review Submitted: 03/25/09

This was an amazing house! The pictures just don't do it justice. This was the first time we rented a house like this and I don't think I'll ever stay in a hotel again. The views were breathtaking and the decor was absolutely beautiful. On a scale of 1-10 it was a 10!

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Guest: Maureen Walker (San Diego, CA)
Date of Stay: 03/25/09 Review Submitted: 03/25/09

My husband and I stayed here last week along with my parents. The house is amazing! I can't say enough about the views and the details. The owner had a book about the house and the area which was really helpful too. We even cooked and hosted a dinner party for 8 one night. We will definitely look to stay at this house first when visiting Seattle! Also, the house is walking distance to shops, groceries and restaurants. Try the 5 Spot for breakfast...

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Guest: Regina C. (Olympia Wa )
Date of Stay: 03/23/09 Review Submitted: 03/23/09

Spectacular home with spectacular views a great place for our family to stay!

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Guest: Anonymous
Date of Stay: 03/02/09 Review Submitted: 03/02/09

This home is really beyond the beyond, so comfortable, bright, the views are amazing and the owner really thought ahead about our comfort. I will definitely stay here again and soon.

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Guest: Anonymous
Date of Stay: 02/25/09 Review Submitted: 02/25/09

Wonderful home. We were planning on some fine dining while in Seattle, but after seeing the kitchen decided that evenings of cooking were even better. Views of water from almost all windows. Beautiful craftsman style details yet completely remodeled. All the luxuries of a hotel suite with conveniences of home. We felt lucky to stay here.

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Guest: Anonymous
Date of Stay: 02/17/09 Review Submitted: 02/17/09

Thanks, Nancie! Beautiful house! Well thought-out the whole way through! All the best, Edric

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Guest: Anonymous
Date of Stay: 02/02/09 Review Submitted: 02/02/09

A perfect place to stay. Close to downtown & cute neighborhood. The house is large, extremely comfortable, and beautifully finished with lots of amenities - nothing like a normal vacation rental. No reason to stay in a hotel when you can stay here instead.

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Guest: Karen252 (Minneapolis)
Date of Stay: 01/16/09 Review Submitted: 01/16/09

We rented this wonderful house for the week of our son's wedding in Seattle --perfect. We had the comfort of an elegant home -- we entertained on the gorgeous deck with incredible views-- and all for much less than anything close would have cost. This is a gem for those needing room, comfort, beauty, convenience and a great view. Highly recommended.

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