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New, Modern, Green and Thoughtful LEED certified, solar powered apartment

New, Modern, Green and Thoughtful LEED certified, solar powered apartment

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Overview of New, Modern, Green and Thoughtful LEED certified, solar powered apartment

9.8 out of 10 Exceptional
1 bedroom1 bathroomSleeps 4650 sq ft

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Washer
  • Dryer
  • Free WiFi

Explore the area

Seattle, WA
  • Popular LocationWoodland Park Zoo7 min drive
  • Popular LocationGreen Lake Park7 min drive
  • Popular LocationUniversity of Washington10 min drive
  • AirportSeattle, WA (SEA-Seattle - Tacoma Intl.)28 min drive

Rooms & beds

1 bedroom (sleeps 4)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Spaces

Kitchen
Dining Area

About this property

New, Modern, Green and Thoughtful LEED certified, solar powered apartment

**COVID - 19 Extra Special Precautions: Our guests and staff's health is our top priority. Our cleaners are taking every precaution when cleaning this home and making sure it is done up to CDC standards. We are going above and beyond to ensure all surfaces and touch points are being cleaned thoroughly and disinfected (including all light switches, doorknobs, cabinet handles, remotes, etc.). You will have self check in and no interaction with anyone. We will make sure to do any routine maintenance before or after your stay to make sure we give our guests and staff the social distancing needed.**

We've been lucky to travel all over the world, and we’ve stayed at short term rental homes in NYC's East Village with creaking walk-up stairs, pre-war hotels in Paris with tiny elevators, and soaring towers of glass and steel overlooking Tokyo -- so we've designed the apartment with the things we think are most important.

We just installed solar panels so your stay is even better for the environment.

Note: we adopted a rescue puppy in Jan 2019, who we let out for potty breaks. She never goes into the apartment, and we don't leave her out for extended periods unsupervised, so you may hear barking from time to time! She goes upstairs with us to bed around 10pm, so she'll definitely be quiet after that time.


The bed.
High end hotels spend a lot of money making sure you have a comfortable bed - and more money advertising it! When you travel, you want to rest, and the key is a comfortable bed.

Our queen-size bed has a Tempurpedic memory foam mattress, one of the most comfortable mattresses we've ever slept on. Memory foam cradles and conforms to your body and dampens vibrations -- if your partner gets up/gets in while you're sleeping, you won't notice it.

Even the sofa bed, a Gus Modern flip-out sofa bed, has a firm, comfortable-for-a-sofa-bed mattress. It doesn't have the cheap thin coil over a metal bar feeling that a lot of sofa beds suffer from. It's not as comfortable as the Tempurpedic, but it's great for a sofa bed!

Note that 3 or 4 guests in this space results in a lot more wear and tear, and cleaning; each guest over 2 people is an additional $30 a night.

If you're using the sofa bed, please let us know and we will leave sheets, duvet cover, and pillows out for you if at all possible for your convenience - otherwise, you can find them in the bedroom closets (shelf and drawers). Please use the sheets and put the pillow cases (pillows and spare duvet already have a hypoallergenic cover on them which are not cases!) and duvet cover on over the pillows and duvet! Also, we will provide 2 mattress protector pads, use them under the sheets for extra comfort and to protect the sofa bed.

The bedroom also has a wall mounted, high end Samsung flat panel TV. We have over-the-air HD channels (the major networks), as well as a Roku Internet streaming box where you can watch HBO, SHO, AMC, Amazon Prime programming, FX and other channels. You can also log in to your own Netflix account, if you want!

The kitchen.
When you travel, you'll want some key amenities to make your stay easy and comfortable. If you're not staying at a hotel with room service and a mini-bar, or you're travelling with kids, you'll want to be able to stock up on some food and drink, or even cook some breakfast before you get out and about. Our kitchen has cutting boards, knives, dishes, cups, flatware, fridge, freezer, filtered water, toaster, microwave, stove and oven, and dishwasher.

Seattle is a coffee town! We have coffee beans, filtered water, a grinder and French Press, and an electric kettle. And we provide a basket of snacks, because if you get in late, you may want a quick bite (though we'd recommend North Star, a nearby 24 hour diner within walking distance).

We have a few specialty small appliances, too: a juicer, a rice maker, and a blender.

The space.
We designed a simple, clean and modern living space for you. We have bedside and sofa-side LED lighting, an Aeron chair for laptop work time, granite countertops in the kitchen, simple polished concrete floors (and slippers), radiant wall panel heat to keep you comfortable and still be energy efficient and of course, WiFi. We even have a laptop you can log into (on guest account) to check mail, and a USB power source in case you forgot your AC adapter. If you care about such things, our house is certified as LEED Platinum for energy efficiency and sustainability.

We don't have air conditioning, Seattle rarely needs it (and this unit stays cool as it's well insulated and is the bottom floor of a climate controlled home) but we do have a ceiling fan in the bedroom. We find that even on the top floor of our house during 95F days, a ceiling fan is all we need to sleep comfortably in the evening as Seattle always cools down at night.

We also have floor fans in the closet! But if you really need air conditioning, you'll find a lot of Seattle homes don't have it.

We have towels, hand towels, wash cloths, bath robes, shampoo, soap and conditioner, and a hairdryer. We have a dishwasher, and a washer/dryer unit for people staying 3 or more days.

For safety, we have a wall plug flashlight (in case of power outage!), first aid kit, smoke/CO detectors and fire extinguishers.

We're away from the hustle and bustle of downtown, within easy access of great parts of Seattle by bus, car, even foot and bike!

And we have a licensed onsite massage therapist!

Location
Greenwood is a great, quiet neighborhood to escape the din of Downtown but still be able to get around via car or bus. It's 30-40 min car ride from Seatac Airport, depending on traffic. (Traffic in Seattle is the great unknown -- it can really change your trip!) There's plenty of street parking, as long as you don't block a mailbox during mail days and times. If you have an electric vehicle, we can arrange L2 charging time for a nominal fee.

We're in North Seattle and our place is convenient to some of the best things Seattle has -- the neighborhoods of Ballard, Wallingford, Fremont have some of the best restaurants Seattle has to offer. We're near Chuck's Hop Shop on NW 85th St; it's a 9 minute drive to Uneeda Burger in Fremont on a weekend. You can explore Seattle by renting bikes from us, if you want; we have two brand new Raleigh town bikes, one with a rack and bag and lock, for a small fee; you're responsible for making sure the bikes get back to us! They fit 5'3" - 5'8" and 5'8" - 5'11" riders.

Greenwood has some great places within walking distance. You can walk to our favorite restaurant, Brunswick & Hunt, about 15-20 minutes. Greenwood town center has good (getting to be great) dining (Flint Creek), lighter fare (Preserve & Gather; Coyle's), coffee (Herkimer), ice cream and root beer (Bluebird), groceries (Fred Meyer).

If you want to get downtown by car, it is -- depending on traffic -- 20-30 minute drive. (Note: you'll have to find parking which can be a challenge downtown and Cap Hill, so Lyft and Uber can be actually economical.)

Bus lines -- the D, 28, 45 are also blocks away (28 and 45) to a 5-10 minute walk (the D). These will get you to Cap Hill, U District, and downtown easily. The 28 goes right to Safeco field, about a 38 minute bus ride away.

Property manager

Stefanie Smith and Bernard Yee

Amenities

Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Free WiFi

House Rules

Check in after 3:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 25
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
Please provide a form of government ID when you arrive so we can verify your identity! Please share what brings to town. Late checkout incurs fee.
Observe recycling rules. If cleaners sort garbage add $20 fee. No searing steaks or food generating a lot of smoke. Setting off smoke alarms is bad.
No eating on sofa. If sleeping on sofa, must use mattress protector pads, bottom sheets, duvet & pillow covers or we will charge $50 extra.

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
Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a first aid kit, and a deadbolt lock
Property Registration Number STR-OPLI-20-000944

We should mention

A car is not required for transportation to and from this property

About the neighborhood

Seattle

This apartment is located in Greenwood, a neighborhood in Seattle. Pike Place Market is a notable landmark, and some of the area's activities can be experienced at Seattle Cruise Ship Terminal 91 and Bell Street Cruise Terminal at Pier 66. Looking to enjoy an event or a game? See what's going on at Seattle Center or T-Mobile Park.

What's nearby

  • Woodland Park Zoo - 7 min drive
  • Green Lake Park - 7 min drive
  • Northgate Mall - 7 min drive
  • University of Washington - 10 min drive
  • University Village - 12 min drive

Getting around

  • Northgate Station - 7 min drive
  • Edmonds Station - 26 min drive
  • Seattle, WA (LKE-Lake Union Seaplane Base) - 19 min drive

Restaurants

  • Dick's Drive-In - 10 min walk
  • McDonald's - 11 min walk
  • Preserve and Gather - 5 min walk
  • Taqueria Tequila Authentic Mexican Food - 8 min walk
  • Coffeeholic House - 11 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is New, Modern, Green and Thoughtful LEED certified, solar powered apartment pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at New, Modern, Green and Thoughtful LEED certified, solar powered apartment?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at New, Modern, Green and Thoughtful LEED certified, solar powered apartment?

Check-out is at 11:00 AM.

Where is New, Modern, Green and Thoughtful LEED certified, solar powered apartment located?

Located in Greenwood, this apartment building is within 3 mi (5 km) of Golden Gardens Park, Green Lake Park, and Woodland Park Zoo. Northgate Mall and Northwest Hospital and Medical Center are also within 3 mi (5 km).

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

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10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Staff & service

10/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

anna f.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Second time still sublime
It was our second time staying here. The hosts are so gracious, the unit is filled with everything that you could possibly need. and love the location.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Sharon L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Wonderful
I have been staying at this VRBO since 2016. I always hate to leave. I feel very safe , secure, and well taken care of.
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

anna f.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Sublime
Loved the location and it had every amenity you can think of. We will definitely stay there again. Stephanie and Bernie are so responsive. It was a lovely stay.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Catherine S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Ballard apartment
This apartment is exactly as described. It was very clean, in a safe neighborhood within walking distance of restaurants and coffee and had attentive hosts. We will definitely stay there again!
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2023

10/10 Excellent

Sabine F.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
It is a great place!
The apartment is really cozy, very clean and well situated. The host helps you immediately if you need anything and she is very friendly. We enjoyed staying there and would definitely stay here again on our next visit to Seattle. Thank you very much!
Stayed 9 nights in Oct 2022

About the host

Hosted by Stefanie Smith and Bernard Yee

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Our family moved to Seattle and have built our dream home! Moving to a new city is daunting, so we are happy to share our experience in building a place to live with guests visiting our adopted hometown.

Why they chose this property

Stay in a LEED Platinum certified home! We wanted to build a home with a small environmental footprint, that was welcoming and comfortable. We love the NW modern home aesthetic, and designed this home with these things in mind. The home is comfortable for lots of reasons behind the walls - high energy efficiency (LED lights, sub-slab insulation) are things you'll never notice but mean that you are comfortable AND are using the least amount of resources, too. The apartment was designed for us - how we'd want to live, and how we want to treat visiting friends and family.

What makes this property unique

It's nearly a complete home - pots, pans, dishes, blender, basic spices, and of course, coffee making supplies. It is Seattle, after all.

We also offer a licensed massage practitioner onsite - me! I have years of experience, built loyal clientele in NYC and Seattle and am offering therapeutic massage to our guests. Book me by texting me!

The entrance to the apartment is in the back of our house - and of course, you have your own separate entrance. You have full use of this 1BR apartment! The washer/dryer is for guests staying longer than 2 days. Guest WiFi internet access is included.
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