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Earl Carriage House: Upscale & Private Guest House

Cottage in Seattle with kitchen and patio

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Exterior
Room
Private kitchen
Private kitchen
Living area

Reviews

10 out of 10, Loved by Guests
1 bedroom1 bathroomSleeps 2750 sq ft

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Washer
  • Dryer
  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning
  • Outdoor Space

Explore the area

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Seattle, WA
  • Place, National Nordic Museum
    ‪15 min walk‬
  • Place, Shilshole Bay Marina
    ‪15 min walk‬
  • Place, Golden Gardens Park
    ‪16 min walk‬
  • Airport, Seattle, WA (SEA-Seattle - Tacoma Intl.)
    ‪37 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

1 bedroom (sleeps 2)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Garden
Dining area

About this property

Earl Carriage House: Upscale & Private Guest House

The Earl Carriage House is a charming, two-story cottage, tucked away behind our home, offering plenty of space for a couple. While technically it is considered a “backyard cottage,” it is accessed without ever entering our yard or shared spaces. You will have total privacy. You'll also have dedicated off-street parking in the driveway in front of the Carriage House.

The open layout downstairs features a comfortable living area with ample seating, a charming electric stove, cable TV with streaming options, and a dining area adjacent to a fully equipped kitchen, complete with full-size stainless steel appliances. All-Clad cookware and a selection of regional cookbooks will inspire your culinary adventures. On Sundays, don't miss the nearby Ballard Farmers Market for the freshest ingredients.

Upstairs, you'll find a cozy bedroom and spacious tiled bathroom with laundry facilities. Relax in the queen-sized bed while gazing up through the skylight overhead. The stunning quartersawn oak antique doors salvaged from Seattle's Palladian Hotel add to the ambiance.

We take your comfort seriously and have provided a Simmons Beautyrest mattress with luxurious cotton linens, embroidered robes, slippers and a curated collection of feather pillows encased in hypoallergenic covers.

For entertainment, we have assorted board games, a lending library, a TV with cable, Netflix, and streaming options, reliable Wi-Fi, and a Bluetooth speaker. Complimentary coffee, tea, and assorted cereal bars are provided.

What really sets The Earl Carriage House apart is our commitment to hospitality. We take pride in providing exceptional service to our guests, and it shows in our glowing reviews. Whether you need recommendations for local attractions, help with a reservation, or just a friendly chat, we're always here to help.
Our prices include all fees. No hidden fees.

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Amenities

Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Free WiFi
Air conditioning
Outdoor Space

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House Rules

Check in after 3:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 25
Check out before 10:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0-17
Infants in cribs (pack and play provided) allowed.
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

No pets allowed
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
Please no smoking anywhere on or near the property
No smoking anywhere on property. Neighbors have also requested no smoking on the sidewalk or in front of homes; thank you for respecting this request.
No extra overnight guests; please consult owner before inviting any guests onto the property.
Quiet hours are 9pm - 7am; please keep volume to reasonable levels at all other times.

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
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit, and a deadbolt lock
Property Registration Number STR-OPLI-19-001072

We should mention

A car is recommended for transportation to and from this property

About the neighborhood

Seattle

Ballard, a neighborhood in Seattle, is home to this cottage. Seattle Center and Paramount Theatre are cultural highlights, and some of the area's activities can be experienced at Seattle Cruise Ship Terminal 91 and Bell Street Cruise Terminal at Pier 66. Check out an event or a game at Climate Pledge Arena, and consider making time for Woodland Park Zoo, a top attraction not to be missed. Be sure to check out the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.
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What's nearby

  • National Nordic Museum - 15 min walk - 1.3 km
  • Shilshole Bay Marina - 15 min walk - 1.3 km
  • Golden Gardens Park - 16 min walk - 1.4 km
  • Hiram M. Chittenden Locks - 16 min walk - 1.4 km
  • Swedish Medical Center Ballard Campus - 19 min walk - 1.6 km

Getting around

  • Roosevelt Station - 12 min drive
  • Edmonds Station - 25 min drive
  • Seattle, WA (LKE-Lake Union Seaplane Base) - 26 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Pico Café - ‬11 min walk
  • ‪Ballard Beer Box - ‬15 min walk
  • ‪Tall Grass Bakery - ‬13 min walk
  • ‪Venture Coffee - ‬13 min walk
  • ‪Mabel - ‬5 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is Earl Carriage House: Upscale & Private Guest House pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much does it cost to stay at Earl Carriage House: Upscale & Private Guest House?

As of Dec 25, 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Earl Carriage House: Upscale & Private Guest House on Jan 10, 2026 start from $272.9, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

How much is parking?

Onsite parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Earl Carriage House: Upscale & Private Guest House?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Earl Carriage House: Upscale & Private Guest House?

Check-out is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Earl Carriage House: Upscale & Private Guest House located?

Located in Ballard, this cottage is within 3 mi (5 km) of Shilshole Bay Marina, Discovery Park, and Woodland Park Zoo. Green Lake Park and Seattle Pacific University are also within 3 mi (5 km).

Reviews

10

Exceptional

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Rating 10 - Excellent. 58 out of 58 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 0 out of 58 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 58 reviews
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Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 58 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Andrew T.

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

Beautiful place to stay, especially with the cherries in full bloom!

Another great visit to Ballard/Seattle. We love this property - it's so quiet yet so convenient to fun activities and restaurants.
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Andrew T.

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

Great spot to stay in Seattle

This location is the perfect combination of a quiet neighborhood, yet with easy access to the fun districts of Ballard, Fremont, and beyond.
Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Michael R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Start with the basics - clean property (meticulous, in fact), quiet area, convenient to downtown Ballard (20-minute stroll), easy parking. But the real story is the attention to detail - the "delighters" that you encounter in various aspects of the property. Choice of pillow firmness - really! Well-stocked kitchen, including a range of spices for any cooking need. Comfortable "living" area with a great "sensory" audio welcome upon arrival. A "welcome" tray on the bed and plush robes await you upstairs - perfect after a long day of travel. This was our second visit to "The Earl" and we hope there are more in our future. Great place, fabulous hosts!
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Dennis D.

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

Graduation visit

A great stay
Stayed 9 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Mona C.

Quiet, clean and had everything we needed

The house nicely appointed, clean, quiet and even had it's own parking space. We were very comfortable and will stay there again.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2018

10/10 Excellent

Tammy B., San Carlos, CA

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

Tranquil Cottage

Wonderful cottage. Felt like a home away from home. Great attention to detail throughout the cottage. Will definitely return.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Richard B.

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

Quiet, perfect cottage

This back yard cottage is perfect. Every imaginable convenience and amenity. Very quiet. Sustainable everything. Easy access with off-street parking.
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Kit C.

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

Little oasis in the city

Lovely little home, very functional layout and beautiful build quality. The bed is like a cloud - I’ve never slept so well in a stay-away bed. We hosted family for brunch and Virginia, the host, brought over a leaf for the table and an extra chair. Parking spot off the street is a great perk, too. The neighborhood is single-family homes and sidewalks - getting hard to find in Seattle. We walked to the park that overlooks Shilshole marina to work off the cinnamon rolls we grabbed from Piccolino’s bakery for the brunch. Great restaurant for dinner, as well. We would like to just move in. ;-)
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2022

10/10 Excellent

Brook H.

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

"It was everything we wanted!"

Full disclaimer: I didn't stay here - I reserved it for 2 adult family members who flew in from Tennessee but I am going to paraphrase what they told me.When they checked in the first night they immediately texted me and said "This place is really great!"Throughout the weekend they commented on how beautiful the interior is, how well located it is, how easy it was to park, and how peaceful the actual setting is, even though it is close to Ballard which is a very lively part of Seattle, and that it has everything they needed and wanted. (Morning run to the beach, walk to coffee, great retail stores, coffee shops, and restaurants.)When I asked them what to write in the review they immediately said "It was everything we wanted!" The only downside was that they had hoped to see the host or host family, because they wanted to tell them how much they were ejoying their carriage house."I told them that some guests maybe don't want to interact with the hosts, but they guests are from the South, so.... ;-) NOTE: All of my communications with Virginia were prompt, clear, and detailed, and her many suggestions were very helpful.
Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Beth I., Chevy Chase, MD

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

Home Away from Home

My husband and I had three nights to enjoy this little gem in Ballard. You will want for nothing if you are lucky enough to also stay. Virginia has generously provided great toiletries, kitchen and food items, laundry detergent, and more. It is comfortably furnished with a cabin-y feel, enhanced by the little gas stove heater, dark wood trim, and antique doors, making everything attractive and solid feeling. At the end of their driveway (exclusive to you) it nonetheless feels very private and is super quiet. While there are lots of windows, the natural light is not great for reading, so I second another reviewer's suggestion for a lamp by the couch. Seattle restaurants are NOT cheap, so a recommendation is Maggie Bluffs, a casual but good restaurant at the marina (near the cruise lines), at the bottom of Magnolia bridge. Tricky to find but worth the trip and tables always available. Thank you Virginia for creating our sweet home away from home! We had a great stay :-)
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Mary Alyson A.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Such a cute property, and very well-located. Would love to stay here again next time we're in the area!
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jen M., Rohnert Park

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

Wonderful, Peaceful, and Perfectly Located!

This home is just as it appears in the listing...it is peaceful and perfectly located! In our opinion, the Ballard neighborhood is one of the best parts of Seattle...we enjoyed the easy access to local restaurants, breweries, and attractions. If you're wanting to spend time sightseeing in Seattle, you don't even have to get on I-5. There is a quick "backroad" drive that gets you to the Space Needle, Pike's Market, etc. within 15-20 minutes. The home was supplied with everything you could need to cook there. The home is comfortable and clean. We really enjoyed our 10 day stay and would certainly recommend it!
Stayed 10 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Bear B.

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

Best in Ballard

This was an amazing experience. My gf and I stayed here on a getaway weekend. The host went above and beyond to make us comfortable and have an amazing time in Seattle. This is one of the best.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2022

10/10 Excellent

Nicole L.

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

Home away from home

This cottage could not be more cozy and functional. Absolutely the best vrbo we’ve stayed at. They have a pillow bar!! Looking forward to returning.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Rachel F.

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

Awesome Seattle stopover

We had an amazing quick trip to Seattle and could not have loved the carriage house more. So clean, welcoming and cozy - the perfect home base for exploring the city!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2022

10/10 Excellent

Thomas K.

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

Fantastic getaway

No detail was missed in preparing this lovely carriage house. The neighborhood is a beautiful walking area. We will be back .
Stayed 3 nights in May 2022

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer C.

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

Perfection

I LOVED this property. Every detail in the cottage is thought out in anticipation of what a guest might need or want. The decor is done so well with a nautical theme that is fun but extremely tasteful. My local friend wishes she could live here instead of her apartment. I will definitely come back and wish I could stay longer this time! Thank you
Stayed 3 nights in May 2022

10/10 Excellent

Margaret S.

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

Adorable cottage rental in Ballard.

This lovely rental checked all of the boxes. Clean, updated, private cottage. Appreciated the equipped kitchen, extra plush towels, laundry within the bathroom. Zoned split heat/ ac units. Perfect for two people. Also robes and spa slippers included and a selection of bed sleeping pillows soft to firm! Enjoyed our stay!
Stayed 5 nights in May 2022

10/10 Excellent

Judy V., Circle Pines, Minnesota

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

Cozy and inviting!

There are just too many wonderful things to list about this property but to name a few...the neighborhood is quiet and beautiful, off street parking is available, snacks, coffee and other comforts of home provided, communication with Victoria was excellent and to add to all of that, the cottage is just so lovely. We would definitely check for availability next time we're in Seattle!
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2022

10/10 Excellent

Andrew T.

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

Wonderful place to stay!

This is our favorite place to stay in Seattle. It’s in a lovely, quiet neighborhood, yet is walking distance to vibrant Ballard, and an easy drive to downtown and many other fun Seattle neighborhoods. The cottage is cozy and very well appointed, and off street parking is a nice bonus. Communication and checkin/checkout were completely smooth. Highly recommended!
Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2022

10/10 Excellent

Delle J.

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

Beautiful place, well appointed, great neighborhood

Lots of nice touches to this well designed and tastefully decorated carriage house. Virginia allowed us accommodations to our stay. We wish we could have stayed longer.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2022

10/10 Excellent

Tom S.

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

Excellent stay

Amazing stay at the cottage. Excellent host and accommodations. Many extras and highly recommend.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2022

10/10 Excellent

Judith O.

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

Great place to stay

So easy to access, very clean, lots of extras such as coffee, tea, granola bars, choice of pillows, bath amenities, robes, slippers, easy to operate TV. Owner responded quickly to my texts. Will stay again. Could only suggest some better lamps for reading downstairs. All in all we loved It and we’ve stayed at a lot of places in Ballard.
Stayed 7 nights in Feb 2022

10/10 Excellent

Maggie M.

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

Cutest Ballard Oasis

The best rental i’ve stayed in. So cute, cozy, and comfortable. Communication was easy and amazing, and so helpful!
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2021

10/10 Excellent

Michael S., Cumming, GA

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

Excellent place to stay

Cottage was clean and well maintained. Of all of the VRBOs I’ve used, this was probably the best one yet
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2021

About the host

Hosted by Virginia McFadin

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Hello! It's nice to meet you. I love hosting and meeting wonderful people from all over the world. My "real" job is running my fundraising event consulting business from home and raising my young child alongside my wonderful husband, Brian. We have lived in Seattle for almost 20 years and think it is pretty much the most beautiful place in the world. We love to travel, but haven't been able to do it as much since our son was born, so now we bring the world to us by hosting travelers on our property.

As a family, we love to travel, cook delicious vegetarian food, and spend time with our extended family who also live in the Pacific Northwest. I am an avid crafter, DIYer and semi-expert knitter. At any given time, our house is covered in fabric, glue, wood scraps and pretty much anything that can be used to create pretty things.

When our family travels, we choose to stay in clean, comfortable, and well designed spaces and - in turn - we strive to bring these qualities to our guests. I fancy myself as a real innkeeper and take my job as a host seriously. I want to make sure you have a wonderful trip and be certain that you have everything you need to relax and settle in, including giving you your privacy. Of course, I am always more then happy to give recommendations and tips whenever requested.

Why they chose this property

Designing and building the carriage house has been a labor of love for us. We have paid special attention to every detail to ensure our guests have a comfortable and relaxing stay. We think you will love the neighborhood as much as we do... it is quiet, yet close to all the excitement of the city.

What makes this property unique

We think you'll really love the privacy the Carriage House offers, but we are usually nearby if you should need anything or just want a tip on somewhere great to eat, see live music or just about anything else you're interested in.

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