Urban Woodland Retreat, Near the ~UW~, Convenient to Everything

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Entire apartment

Ample seating in the comfortable living room

Our home at street level: unassuming at first, but beauty awaits!

Covered parking at street level with 2 flights of covered stairs to your door

Overview
Amenities
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Location
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2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 4975 sq ft

Popular amenities

Fireplace

Outdoor Space

Free WiFi

Air conditioning

Kitchen

Barbecue grill

Check out the area

Seattle, WA

Seattle Children's Hospital15 min walk
University of Washington4 min drive
University of Washington Medical Center6 min drive
Seattle, WA (SEA-Seattle - Tacoma Intl.)27 min drive

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 4)

Bedroom 1

1 King Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Bathtub or shower

Spaces

Deck or patio

Kitchen

Garden

Dining Area

About this property

You will be delighted as you descend from street level in a quiet family neighborhood to your garden-level suite opening onto a mature wooded greenbelt along the popular Burke-Gilman trail. You will open your private entrance to find a lovely, roomy apartment, providing two comfortable bedrooms. You'll have to decide whether to sink into the comfortable sofa to enjoy the big screen TV with cable, cozy up before the floor to ceiling windows to drink in the serene view of trees, birds and Lake Washington in the distance, or cook a gourmet meal in the well-equipped kitchen. Your guests will relax and chat at the bar while you create, then you can share your bounty at the dining table. You may choose to barbecue outdoors and dine al fresco on your private deck, patio or around the crackling fire-pit.

The first bedroom has a king size bed, huge closet and wall-mounted TV. The second bedroom has an inviting queen size bed, convenient storage and a large window looking out on the wooded garden. This bedroom adjoins the full bathroom with tub and shower, separate vanity with plenty of storage.

You have your own laundry room, complete with front loader, high efficiency washer and dryer. Your suite will always be comfortable, with natural gas heat and central air conditioning. You will enjoy the gas fireplace in the living room. You and your family will always feel safe with your own security system.

Your guest suite is your home away from home, secluded-feeling but minutes away from all the amenities and activities you could want. You have your own covered parking spot steps from the stairway that takes you down three levels to your urban oasis. You will find easy street parking in the uncrowded neighborhood. You are steps away from public transportation, taking the Metro bus to the University District, Seattle Center, Northgate, Ballard or downtown in minutes. The bus will also take you to the University Station for light rail to downtown, the sports stadium area and Sea-Tac airport. You can hop on the Burke-Gilman trail for a walk, run or bike trip to Magnuson Park, University Village, the University of Washington campus, or points beyond.

Special note: We have recently completed the second unit in our home for rental, now available! Please check out VRBO #3930539, https://www.vrbo.com/3930539, if you need space for more guests.

Keywords: Guest suite

Property manager

Ron

Premier Host

Languages

English

Amenities

Kitchen

Washer

Dryer

Free WiFi

Air conditioning

Outdoor Space

Spacious and bright living room with soundproofed windows.

Kitchen

Washer

Dryer

Free WiFi

House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM

Check out before 11:00 AM

Children

Children allowed: ages 0-17

Events

No events allowed

Pets

No pets allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Damage and incidentals

You will be responsible for any damage to the rental property caused by you or your party during your stay.

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-19-000172

We should mention

A car is recommended for transportation to and from this property

About the neighborhood

Seattle

This apartment is located in Windermere, a neighborhood in Seattle, and is in the mountains and on the waterfront. Paramount Theatre and Museum of Pop Culture are cultural highlights, and travelers looking to shop may want to visit Pike Place Market and Northgate Mall. Traveling with kids? Make time for Seattle Center, or check out an event or a game at Lumen Field. Be sure to check out the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.

Seattle, WA

What's nearby

Seattle Children's Hospital - 15 min walk
University Village - 4 min drive
University of Washington - 4 min drive
University of Washington Medical Center - 6 min drive
Woodland Park Zoo - 11 min drive

Getting around

University of Washington Station - 5 min drive
Tukwila Station - 24 min drive
Seattle, WA (LKE-Lake Union Seaplane Base) - 27 min drive

Restaurants

McDonald's - 4 min drive
Jamba - 4 min drive
Blazing Bagels - 4 min drive
Starbucks - 3 min drive
Ravenna Brewing Company - 3 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Urban Woodland Retreat, Near the ~UW~, Convenient to Everything pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Urban Woodland Retreat, Near the ~UW~, Convenient to Everything?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Urban Woodland Retreat, Near the ~UW~, Convenient to Everything?

Check-out is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Urban Woodland Retreat, Near the ~UW~, Convenient to Everything located?

This family-friendly Seattle apartment building is located on the waterfront, within 1 mi (2 km) of Seattle Children's Hospital and Lake Washington. University of Washington is 1.9 mi (3 km) away.

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10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

10/10 Excellent

Kateryna H.

Apr 16, 2024

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

Beautiful, relaxing, conveniently located home away from home

We really enjoyed our stay. The location is perfect and the backyard is amazing. We enjoyed a morning walk on the nearby biking bath and upon return had coffee on the cozy deck at the house enjoying the view of the backyard. The house is a short walk to a nearby grocery store (which has great bagels and soups). In general, the neighborhood is beautiful to walk around: it's hilly, quite, and provides great views of Mt. Rainier. The house is close to UWashington and the University Village. We enjoyed riding bikes on the nearby trail and around Seattle. The house is also close to several bus stops and a short Uber/Lift ride from the 1 Line metro line; so easy to get to where ever you need. Inside the house was very cozy and had everything we needed and more. The owner(s) are very thoughtful and even had extra toothbrushes and razors. The kitchen has everything. The owner(s) greeted us and showed around the property; he was also available anytime to answer questions. The backyard is amazing and has a grill and a fire pit, which makes it for a wonderful evening, if you are not out and about in Seattle. I would definitely come back and would highly recommend it to others.

Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Dalena H.

Apr 12, 2024

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

Beautiful yard!

Peaceful and beautiful backyard area! Very comfortable and Clean with much attention to all the details needed for your stay! Host is available and helpful with quick communication. Would highly recommend!

Stayed 5 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Anthony G.

Apr 12, 2024

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

UW Hideaway

We loved this charming property. It was perfectly suited for our purposes of a visit to the University of Washington.

Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Taylor D.

Mar 28, 2024

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

We came back!

This is our second time staying here - and we loved it just as much the second time as the first. The location next to the Burke Gilman trail allowed us to cheer on the half marathoners from the backyard - we were there to watch our daughter run the race. Everything has been considered and is impeccably kept. Thank you for another lovely stay.

Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Amy C., Ellensburg, WA

Feb 22, 2024

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

Great apartment close to UW

This apartment was perfect for our stay in Seattle, with easy access to UW and great food/shopping. Ron was an excellent host, and the place was well-stocked and clean.

Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2024

About the host

Hosted by Ron

As your host, Ron, I have decades of experience in hospitality, as the owner of one of Seattle's most beloved restaurants. I expanded into home renovation during 2010 as general contractor as my wife and I brought our 1967 home into the 21st century. We updated every inch of the home and are comfortable on the first floor of this three story home. We especially love the location, the feeling of being in the forest as we gaze out on the wooded garden and watch the birds.

Why they chose this property

We have lived in Northeast Seattle for years, but especially enjoy this home for its tranquil setting combined with easy access to everything we love. We can be in the Cascade or Olympic Mountains, on Puget Sound, or the San Juan Islands in no time. Our community is diverse, urban, literate and comfortable.

What makes this property unique

We adopted the Pacific Northwest as our home many years ago, have raised our children here, and are now ready to share our community with visitors. We trust you will leave Seattle as smitten as we are!