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Earl Carriage House: Upscale & Private Guest House

Cottage in Seattle with kitchen and patio

Overview
Amenities
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Location

Exceptional

1 bedroom1 bathroomSleeps 2750 sq ft

Popular amenities

Dryer
Washer
Air conditioning
Outdoor space
Kitchen

Explore the area

Seattle, WA

Place, Shilshole Bay Marina
‪15 min walk‬
Place, Woodland Park Zoo
‪6 min drive‬
Place, Seattle Cruise Ship Terminal 91
‪11 min drive‬
Airport, Seattle, WA (SEA-Seattle - Tacoma Intl.)
‪36 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.

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Kitchen

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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

Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17

Infants in cribs (pack and play provided) allowed.

Events

No events allowed

Pets

No pets allowed

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

On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited

Host has indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property

Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property

Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit and a deadlock

Property Registration Number STR-OPLI-19-001072

We should mention

A car is recommended for transport to and from this property

About the area

Seattle

Ballard, a neighbourhood 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. Woodland Park Zoo and Seattle Aquarium are not to be missed. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.

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Seattle, WA

What's nearby

Shilshole Bay Marina - 15 min walk - 1.3 km
Woodland Park Zoo - 6 min drive - 3.3 km
Seattle Cruise Ship Terminal 91 - 11 min drive - 6.8 km
University of Washington - 12 min drive - 6.8 km
Space Needle - 13 min drive - 8.7 km

Getting around

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

Restaurants

‪Mabel - ‬5 min walk
‪Tall Grass Bakery - ‬13 min walk
‪Ballard Beer Box - ‬15 min walk
‪Saleh's Delicatessen - ‬15 min walk
‪Venture Coffee - ‬13 min walk

Frequently asked questions

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

No, pets are not allowed at this 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?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

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

Located in Ballard, this cottage is within 1 mile (2 km) of Hiram M. Chittenden Locks and Golden Gardens Park. Shilshole Bay Marina and Discovery Park are also within 3 miles (5 km).

About the host

Hosted by Virginia McFadin

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.