Location: Olympia, Puget Sound South, Puget Sound, Washington State, USA (Close to Capitol, Market, cafes -walk downtown Olympia) View Map
Accommodations: Condo, 4 Bedrooms + Convertible Bed(s), 2 Baths (Sleeps 6)
Short Stay Lodgings invites you to stay in the heart of Downtown Olympia. 910 is our upstairs and 912 is downstairs. Our downtown Boutique apartments called Short Stay Lodgings or Franklin Street Inn is a perfect solution for business, transition, or vacation travel. We are a facility which uses eco-friendly products to clean and polish. We provide 100% cotton towels and linens. Other green features include walk-ability to all downtown amenities. We share the garden and yard and deck with our neighbor's at "Fertile Ground Bed and Breakfast." Fertile Ground also offers additional space for reunions or other special events. We can provide bicycles and helmets for $1 per day upon request. We are striving to become greener in every way.
Short Stay offers two deluxe downtown two bedroom apartments. Each Boutique apartment in the heart of downtown Olympia has 1100 sq ft. with two bedrooms and is a fully furnished lodging in the core business district of the State Capitol available by day, week, or month. . Short Stay Lodgings is A short walk to Washington Center for Performing Arts, Capitol theater, Harlequin Productions, shopping, synagogue, churches, and a drop-in yoga facility, cafe's, restaurants, art galleries, Fish Tale Micro-Brewery, public library, full service copy and print shop, Olympia Farmer's Market, Hands-on Children's Museum, and of course The State Capitol Building. Most of Olympia's amenities are within just a few blocks. We are only about 10 minutes to The Evergreen State College and many families from TESC stay with us when coming to Olympia.
We are fast becoming the family favorite by providing extra bedrooms for visiting aunts and uncles, and especially grandparents. The kitchen is fully equipped with everything from coffee maker to popcorn maker.
Each unit at Short Stay is 1100 square feet of privacy, convenience, and comfort including a washer and dryer and dishwasher. (No pets here - allergy free - organic cleaning only)
We can also provide meeting space for groups of up to twelve people upon request. This works very well for Board meetings when members are coming from Portland and Seattle. Olympia is South Sound's central hub. Catering is also available. Please make inquiries with our events coordinator. We have recently added garden and outdoor living space with a barbeque.
Short Stay Lodgings offers all the amenities of home from by day, week, or month. Monthly rentals please call office for details.
Our fully furnished boutique rentals are "Your Home Away From Home!"
Read our reviews for the favorite clean, quiet, private, and convenient apartment rental in downtown.
Keywords: Boutique extended stay downtown Fully furnished two bedroom apartments. Free Internet, Free HBO, Washer/Dryer in Units,Walk to Capitol, Farmer's Market, and the waterfront including all boutiques and cafes, secure,private. Green cleaning
Vacation Rental Features
- Amenities
- Parking Off Street : Off street parking is Free from 5PM to 9AM Monday to Friday. Weekends are Free. Weekday- two hours a day are free Metered parking is $3 for 9 hours as needed on the street
- Linens Provided : 100% cotton Sheets, linens, towels, etc.
- Clothes Dryer : In the unit Hair Dryer Clothes Dryer
- Washing Machine : In the unit
- Air-Conditioning
- Beds
- Queen (2) : Two in each unit -Unit 910 is upstairs and has A queen bed in each bedroom and a luxurious queen sleeper in the living room. Unit 912, on the main floor, has A queen bed in each bedroom and a full sleeper sofa in the living room. Additional aero-beds are available for additional sleeping space and a travel crib is also available upon request.
- Child Bed : We also have a queen blow up mattress and a twin blow up mattress available on request. Travel Crib and High Chair available upon request
- Twin/ Single : The living room in Unit 912 has a twin sleeper. and unit 910 has a queen sleeper in the living room.
- Baby Crib : As per requests
- Sleep Sofa /Futon
- Entertainment
- Private Pool : YMCA has an indoor heated pool only two blocks from Short Stay
- Video Library : Rent from the library right next door as well!
- Sauna : Upon request for a fee. Please inquire.
- Music Library : Books to read and enjoy!
- Satellite Or Cable : HBO and Starz Too!
- DVD
- CD
- VCR
- Stereo System
- Kitchen
- Full Kitchen : Kitchens in both units are fully equipped with a full refrigerator and stove and dishwasher. Microwave, Blender, coffee maker, spices, toaster....the works! The upstairs is an eat-in kitchen with sitting for six and downstairs is slightly smaller and will seat 4 comfortably.
- Catering Available : Please let us know if you would like any catered meals. We have a good relationship with many of our local restaurants. We also cater for meetings and special events such as weddings in our gardens.
- Cooking Utensils : Fully loaded place settings for six including wine glasses. Stainless steel pots and pans, platters, and serving dishes, coffee maker, grinder, etc.
- Refrigerator : Full size
- Microwave
- Dish Washer
- Ice Maker
- Outdoor Features
- Deck/Patio : Added a patio this year plus an additional deck which overlooks the garden at the neighboring Bed and Breakfast
- Balcony : Upstairs in 910 we have a small balcony.
- Gas/Electric BBQ Grill : New this year
- View/Location
- Waterfront, Not Lake/Oceanfront. Ask For Details : Walk to our downtown boardwalk and waterfront in about 5-10 minutes. It is just a few blocks as you wander through our downtown cafe's and shops.
- Monument View : Walk to the State Capitol Building and Campus
- Communications
- Wireless Broadband : There is a small French fold down desk in the living room of both units which creates a great work space with plenty of outlets.
- Broadband Access
- Other Amenities
- Short Stay Lodgings is a green facility. Organic cleaners only are used. 100% cotton towels and linens are included. Generally, this is a particularly good rental for people with allergies. Short Stay also provides a washer and dryer for your convenience in both our units including organic laundry soap. We also share outdoor amenities with the Bed and Breakfast including an organic garden and deck.
- Suitability
- Pets Not Allowed : No pets in Unit 910 upstairs. Service pets please call. Additional fee applies.
- Handicapped Accessible (May Have Limitations) : Please call for specifics. Unit 912 downstairs has wheelchair access.
- Minimum Age Limit For Renters : You must be 18 years or older to rent this space.
- Non Smoking Only : This is a totally smoke free environment.
- Wheelchair Accessible : Please call for specifics. Unit 912 only
- Children Welcome
- Activities
- Fitness Center
- Rafting
- Racquetball
- Shopping
- Rock Climbing
- Swimming
- Tennis
- Cycling
- Sailing
- Golf
- Hiking
- Basketball Court
- Museums
- Antiquing
- Live Theater
- Cinemas
- Restaurants
- Sight Seeing
- Wildlife Viewing
- Health/Beauty Spa
- Kayaking
- Horseback Riding
- Boating
- Other Activities
- We provide the use of our two bicycles and helmets for $1. per day upon request. Advance notice is required.
Rate Details (In US Dollars)
Season .. Apr-Sep ..$149-$249/night (Mon-Thu) .. $189/night (Fri-Sun) .. $895/week Winter .. Oct-Mar .. $139-189/night (Mon-Thu) .. $149/night (Fri-Sun) .. $895/week For Longer Stays of one to Three Months - Please Call for a Quote. Weekly Rate(low to high season) is from $650 to $895 Monthly rate - Call owner Additional cleaning fees of $75 and tax Rates are based on four guests. Additional Guests are $25 per night Per Diam Rates Available for Government, Business- -One week minumum
Note: Until confirmed, rates are subject to change without notice.
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Map & Owner's Profile
Year Purchased: 2007
Why the Owner Chose OlympiaI owned JINJOR a Woman's Clothing Boutique in downtown Olympia for about 20 years. I catered to many woman who were dressing for special occasions and they were always asking me for a place their families could come for a week or more that had a full kitchen. I like the Olympia core downtown because it has so much to offer of old world charm. I have always enjoyed walking or biking to the waterfront or the downtown boutiques and cafe's. 910 Franklin seemed like the perfect spot. Europeans seem to particularly appreciate the elegant and functional decor. It is a clean, quiet, and comfortable place to retreat in the heart of downtown Olympia.
The Unique Benefits at this CondoThere is a lovely deck to sit and have lunch or tea in the afternoon. It is a painter's paradise because of the color. The library is next door and all the shopping and cafe's are within walking distance.
Wow- lot's of fun for the whole family. Great for younger children until the new museum opens in 2012!
Our Capitol Building is the closest in similarity to the Capitol build in Washington DC. Don't miss it. She is a beauty!
Have a latte from Dancing Goats and sit in the lovely free eating area on the second floor with an extra-ordinary view of our harbor on Puget Sound and snow covered peaks of the Olympics. gourmet and Organic Grocery Store.
The second largest Farmer's Market in the Northwest. local crafts and food. Live music. Open Thursday to Sunday 10am-3 PM
Property Photos
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- Short Stay Lodgings
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- Living Room in 912
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- Full Kitchen in 912
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- Zen Bathroom
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- Second bedroom-very quiet with plenty of light.
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- Master Bedroom
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- Living Room with new leather sleeper sofa
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- Deck overlooking yard and garden
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- Private acoustic concert in the yard with Riley and Maloney
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Traveler Reviews (6)
We will come back year after year!
Guest: Jenn
(Saudi Arabia (originally from Olympia))
Date of Stay: 06/15/10
Review Submitted: 02/20/11
It is a little tricky making arrangements from across the planet, however Debra made it easy! She was prompt and friendly in all of our email exchanges. When we arrived, we were jet-lagged and ready to settle in. She met us there and our 6 year old daughter took to her immediately. Debra had even left games in our apt for her to play with. The apartment is lovely and comfortable (we stayed upstairs) and close to everything we needed. If I had a question, there was no hesitation to call Debra, I knew she would help out with anything I needed. We enjoyed our stay so much, that we are booked again for this coming summer and have also rented downstairs for our oldest daughter's family. I appreciate all that Debra does to make the apartment eco-friendly as well. We love it and will come back year after year! My daughter calls it the "house hotel" and is looking forward to going back!
Recommended for:Families with young children, romantic getaway, sightseeing, tourists without a car, girls getaway, families with teenagers.
A comfortable place to be
Guest: Beth
(Cleveland Heights, OH USA)
Date of Stay: 06/15/10
Review Submitted: 10/05/10
This was a wonderful place to stay while visiting my 2 grown children and their families. Debra is very welcoming and accomodating. The location is great for walking all over town. The yard and adjoining gardens are beautiful. My grandson who uses a wheel chair had no problem getting in and out. All in all, it was a great house to rent!
Recommended for:Families with young children, romantic getaway, sightseeing, age 55+, tourists without a car, girls getaway, families with teenagers, people with disabilities.
Vacation in Olympia
Guest: vince
(Sacramento)
Date of Stay: 05/16/10
Review Submitted: 09/11/10
Very glad we stayed here. Very clean and the owner even provided a high chair and bed for our young son. The location was very convenient for siteseeing in the Puget Sound. We could walk to many sites in Olympia including the lovely Farmer's Market and the Capital. I especially appreciated the green cleaning products used as my wife is chemically sensitive and some hotels just kill her. A good value for the money especially for a family.
Recommended for:Families with young children, sightseeing, age 55+, tourists without a car, families with teenagers.
Great time in Olympia
Guest: vince
(Sacramento)
Date of Stay: 05/16/10
Review Submitted: 09/11/10
Short Stay Lodgings was a great place to stay. It was easy to get to everything around Olympia, even to Tacoma. The apartment was very clean and really did come with everything. The owner was very helpful, even finding us a high chair and a bed for the baby. The location downtown allowed us to walk to many things in Downtown Olympia like their great Farmer's Market and the State Capital
Recommended for:Families with young children, sightseeing, age 55+, tourists without a car, families with teenagers.
very comfortable/wonderful vacation
Guest: joan
(san jose, ca)
Date of Stay: 06/10/10
Review Submitted: 06/17/10
We rented the entire house (upstairs unit as well as downstairs unit). Both units were immaculate, and very comfortable. The garden area behind the house was delightful - beautiful place to relax, with plenty of seating for visiting, reading, or for a group meal or card game etc. What really makes this place special is the location. There are restaurants, bakeries, parks, within a five minute walk, and many more shops within ten minutes. A ten or fifteen minute walk also will take you to the yacht harbor, lake, capital building and farmer's market. For a group like ours (7 people, three generations, and only one car) having everything we needed within walking distance was a huge plus.
Recommended for:Families with young children, sightseeing, age 55+, tourists without a car, girls getaway, families with teenagers.
Clean, pleasant, spacious space with great host
Guest: willo L
(Boston's North Shore)
Date of Stay: 07/24/09
Review Submitted: 03/28/10
I rented the top floor Short Stay Lodgings condo for a weekend in the summer of 2009. I was traveling with my two young children and my parents. My parents took the back bedroom, and the host gave us an air mattress for the floor of the front room for my kids. It was a snug fit, but a large (full/queen?) airbed fit in the front room's floor space, and I had my boys in with me instead of out in the living area to be disturbed by the adults' later hours. I'll start with the only negative: the location might be considered "transitional." There is a large, empty church parking lot across the street from the condo, so we felt a bit like we were in a rundown, abandoned area when we arrived. Also, there is only street parking, which is something I'm used to (living in the Boston area), but it disturbed my parents a bit. Having said all this, no one bothered us or our car while we stayed here. It was more of a first impression, and will more likely strike suburbanites than those used to urban living. The location is, paradoxically, also pretty good. If it hadn't been blazing hot, we could've easily walked to the Children's Museum, the waterfront farmer's market, a really great restaurant, a cool fountain that the kids ran around in, etc. Just a few blocks away, we found fantastic coffee shops and what I, in my middle-aged ignorance, assume were hip shops and restaurants. The Children's Museum was the highlight of Olympia for the kids. The condo isn't large, but we were so much more comfortable than we would've been in the hotel where my dad's golfing buddies were staying. We were grateful for the host's helpful information provided when she let us in and also in a handy book on site. The climate control was fantastic during a heat wave. The rear yard shared with a lovely B&B was beautiful and so different than the urban front of the building, but we heard no noise from the lower level unit or any neighbors. The kitchen was compact, just squeezing us all around the dining table, but fully equipped, and we did appreciate the laundry machines with a messy toddler in our group. Wifi worked great and we appreciated the small desk in the living room where we could park the laptop up out of the kids' reach.
Recommended for:Families with young children, sightseeing, tourists without a car, girls getaway.
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