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A charming little city cottage with backyard chickens awaits your arrival.
Lakefront cottage with kitchen and patio
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Reviews
9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
3 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 61200 sq ft
Popular amenities
Explore the area
Seattle, WA
- Place, Lake Union6 min walk
- Place, University of Washington20 min walk
- Place, Space Needle4 min drive
- Airport, Seattle, WA (SEA-Seattle - Tacoma Intl.)25 min drive
Rooms & beds
3 bedrooms (sleeps 6)
Bedroom 1
1 Queen Bed
Bedroom 2
1 Queen Bed
Loft
1 Double Futon, 1 Double Bed and 1 Crib
Reading nook
1 Child Bed
1 bathroom
Bathroom 1
Soap · Towels provided · Bathtub or shower · Bathtub · Toilet · Shampoo · Hair dryer
Spaces
Deck or patio
Kitchen
Garden
Dining area
About this property
A charming little city cottage with backyard chickens awaits your arrival.
This enchanting home, is a wonderful place for enjoying your time in Seattle. Part rustic hunting lodge - part romantic cabin nestled in the quaint city neighborhood. Very private, very classy and very fun! This comfortable and well stocked and cared for home is well equipped for all of your needs.
Situated at the intersections of Capitol Hill, Eastlake and Portage Bay neighborhoods which are very central to all Seattle has to offer and a really cool area to call home while you explore Seattle and really get a sense of enjoying city life.
Walk to wonderful restaurants, party at the hip Pine/Pike corridor, watch the sunset from the West side of our location, and the sunrise just down the hill....both within a very short walk. Super quick drive or very short cab ride downtown, walk to U-District, Gas Works Park the Arboretum, Broadway, Madison Park, Volunteer Park, and bike just about anywhere on the Burke-Gilman trail just across the bridge or at the extreme mountain bike course (look up 1-5 Colanade Mountain Bike Park). Jump on a paddleboard or rent a kayak just on the other side of the bridge as well - (Check out Aqua Verde Paddle Club and Cafe). Skiing and tubing is an hour away at Snoqualmie Pass, or you can go wine tasting at Chateau St. Michelle or check out Redhook Brewery in Woodinville. White water rafting is about 60-90 minutes as well. There is a lot to do here!
Families will love the separate spaces on the top floor and main floor, hidden nooks, shelves and shelves of games and toys for ALL ages, enjoy the rustic and comfortable features and careful attention to every detail.
Totally refinished with all modern amenities including Rinnai water heater, gas range, stainless steel appliances, air conditioning, stereo system, high speed internet, cable for two tv's, Nintendo Swtich, tons of movies, games and books.
Sleeps quite 6 comfortably with very comfortable beds with down comforters, wonderful linens and mattresses including a Tempur-Pedic. Two main bedrooms on first level, and space for at least 4 with one bed and a futon and a secret nook on the second floor.
Two fireplaces, full - subway tiled bathroom with chandelier, fantastic modern and rustic lighting throughout. Full kitchen with dishwasher and all of the necessary equipment to entertain, cook and prepare meals or relax and open a bottle of wine and party with friends!
This is a great place that has been enjoyed by families, friends, girls weekends, guys weekends, wedding parties, and extended stays. The courtyard and location of the house give this place real added private feel in the middle of the city.
Our guests LOVE our city chickens! Plan to take a few eggs for breakfast as our guests, or just get to know the friendly girls.
It really is a great place to enjoy a vacation or get away! Let me know if I can help you plan anything, or if you have any questions that I can help with. We love this place, and really want you to be able to enjoy your time here too.
Managed by 'ex' Four Seasons Hotel employee and clean freak.
Situated at the intersections of Capitol Hill, Eastlake and Portage Bay neighborhoods which are very central to all Seattle has to offer and a really cool area to call home while you explore Seattle and really get a sense of enjoying city life.
Walk to wonderful restaurants, party at the hip Pine/Pike corridor, watch the sunset from the West side of our location, and the sunrise just down the hill....both within a very short walk. Super quick drive or very short cab ride downtown, walk to U-District, Gas Works Park the Arboretum, Broadway, Madison Park, Volunteer Park, and bike just about anywhere on the Burke-Gilman trail just across the bridge or at the extreme mountain bike course (look up 1-5 Colanade Mountain Bike Park). Jump on a paddleboard or rent a kayak just on the other side of the bridge as well - (Check out Aqua Verde Paddle Club and Cafe). Skiing and tubing is an hour away at Snoqualmie Pass, or you can go wine tasting at Chateau St. Michelle or check out Redhook Brewery in Woodinville. White water rafting is about 60-90 minutes as well. There is a lot to do here!
Families will love the separate spaces on the top floor and main floor, hidden nooks, shelves and shelves of games and toys for ALL ages, enjoy the rustic and comfortable features and careful attention to every detail.
Totally refinished with all modern amenities including Rinnai water heater, gas range, stainless steel appliances, air conditioning, stereo system, high speed internet, cable for two tv's, Nintendo Swtich, tons of movies, games and books.
Sleeps quite 6 comfortably with very comfortable beds with down comforters, wonderful linens and mattresses including a Tempur-Pedic. Two main bedrooms on first level, and space for at least 4 with one bed and a futon and a secret nook on the second floor.
Two fireplaces, full - subway tiled bathroom with chandelier, fantastic modern and rustic lighting throughout. Full kitchen with dishwasher and all of the necessary equipment to entertain, cook and prepare meals or relax and open a bottle of wine and party with friends!
This is a great place that has been enjoyed by families, friends, girls weekends, guys weekends, wedding parties, and extended stays. The courtyard and location of the house give this place real added private feel in the middle of the city.
Our guests LOVE our city chickens! Plan to take a few eggs for breakfast as our guests, or just get to know the friendly girls.
It really is a great place to enjoy a vacation or get away! Let me know if I can help you plan anything, or if you have any questions that I can help with. We love this place, and really want you to be able to enjoy your time here too.
Managed by 'ex' Four Seasons Hotel employee and clean freak.
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Amenities
Kitchen
Washing machine
Dryer
Pet-friendly
Free WiFi
Air conditioning
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House Rules
Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 21
Check out before 12:00 PM
Children
Children allowed: ages 0–17
We have a portable crib, high chair and baby gate.
Events
No events allowed
Please ask about specific event policies.
Pets
Pets allowed: dogs and cats less than 23 kg per pet (limit 2 pets total)
Must sign pet waiver and provide $50.00 pet fee
Smoking
Smoking is not permitted
You may smoke in the courtyard :)
Check-out instructions
The host requires you to complete the following before checking out:
Load and start the dishwasher
Gather used towels
Remove personal items and take out the rubbish
Turn off the lights and lock the doors
Please turn off any lights, electronics, fans and A/C.
If you have time to let us know you have departed, that is always helpful to our cleaning crew.
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.
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
Note from host: Please ask about specific event policies.
Long-term renters welcome
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-19-001515
We should mention
This property does not have any lifts
A car is not required for transport to and from this property
About the area
Seattle
Located in Portage Bay, a neighbourhood in Seattle, this cottage is near theme parks and on a lake. Seattle Center and Paramount Theatre are cultural highlights, and travellers looking to shop may want to visit Pike Place Market and Northgate Station. Travelling with kids? Make time for Woodland Park Zoo, or head to an event or a match at Climate Pledge Arena. Discover the area's water adventures with jet skiing and kayaking nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with hiking and mountain biking.
Seattle, WA
What's nearby
- Lake Union - 6 min walk - 0.5 km
- University of Washington - 20 min walk - 1.7 km
- University of Washington Medical Center - 3 min drive - 1.7 km
- Space Needle - 4 min drive - 4.6 km
- Seattle Center - 4 min drive - 4.6 km
Getting around
Restaurants
- Saint Bread - 4 min drive
- Ivar's Salmon House - 19 min walk
- Agua Verde Cafe - 20 min walk
- Johnny Mo's Pizzeria - 6 min walk
- Ivars Fish Bar - 19 min walk
Frequently asked questions
About the host
Hosted by Jill McCormick
Both my husband and myself have grown up in the Pacific Northwest and love living and traveling around the area. We are active skiers, hikers and bikers. We are sadly, currently between dogs, but love having dogs around and keep our Carriage House pet friendly. We do have some fun city chickens that have filled our pet void for the time being.
Our three kids are grown and have flown the nest and are living independent lives and we are looking forward to being Grandparents soon!!
We have lived all over Seattle and love the Capitol Hill, Eastlake neighborhoods and have now, are enjoying the wonderful views of Portage Bay! This is a wonderful community tucked at the edge of four wonderful water features: Lake Washington, Lake Union, Portage Bay and the Montlake Cut. An easy and safe neighborhood to walk around to explore parks and restaurants and views.
While we both are still engaged with our professional lives, we love hosting guests in the Carriage House. It's fun to hear peoples stories of travel and to watch them explore our city. We take great pride in helping them enjoy their vacations, or making them feel comfortable and at home while visiting friends and family.
We work very hard to keep the Carriage House both authentic and in excellent shape. Linens and supplied items are kept clean and in operable condition and well stocked. We set high expectations for our traveling experiences and we aim to make sure our guests receive the same amount of care and forethought. We look forward to continuing with the care and attention that older buildings require, as this one is certainly worth having around! We take every opportunity to make it a better place at each check in and out.
Enjoy your time in Seattle!!!
Our three kids are grown and have flown the nest and are living independent lives and we are looking forward to being Grandparents soon!!
We have lived all over Seattle and love the Capitol Hill, Eastlake neighborhoods and have now, are enjoying the wonderful views of Portage Bay! This is a wonderful community tucked at the edge of four wonderful water features: Lake Washington, Lake Union, Portage Bay and the Montlake Cut. An easy and safe neighborhood to walk around to explore parks and restaurants and views.
While we both are still engaged with our professional lives, we love hosting guests in the Carriage House. It's fun to hear peoples stories of travel and to watch them explore our city. We take great pride in helping them enjoy their vacations, or making them feel comfortable and at home while visiting friends and family.
We work very hard to keep the Carriage House both authentic and in excellent shape. Linens and supplied items are kept clean and in operable condition and well stocked. We set high expectations for our traveling experiences and we aim to make sure our guests receive the same amount of care and forethought. We look forward to continuing with the care and attention that older buildings require, as this one is certainly worth having around! We take every opportunity to make it a better place at each check in and out.
Enjoy your time in Seattle!!!
Why they chose this property
Portage Bay is a hidden Seattle secret! Nestled at the intersections of North Capitol Hill, Eastlake and the University District, Portage Bay sits on the shores of the Montlake Cut. It's an easy walk from the Carriage House to Portage Bay, Lake Washington and Lake Union.
You can walk to Aqua Verde cafe and enjoy a cool drink, delicious Mexican food and rent a paddleboard or kayak. If you like parks, there are some of Seattle's best parks within walking distance. One of the major challenges in Seattle is our traffic, and our central location makes getting around Seattle less of an issue.
Even though we are in a city neighborhood, the Carriage House is surrounded by trees so our guests often feel like they have found a special little cottage in the city.
We are also lucky to have some of Seattle's best restaurants nearby. Feel free to reach out for any recommendations. One of Seattle's fun neighborhoods is Capitol Hill which is very convenient to our location. We are also just across the bridge from University of Washington and during football season, you will notice lots of Husky fans walking to the game.
We invite you to be our guest and find out why we love living here too!!
You can walk to Aqua Verde cafe and enjoy a cool drink, delicious Mexican food and rent a paddleboard or kayak. If you like parks, there are some of Seattle's best parks within walking distance. One of the major challenges in Seattle is our traffic, and our central location makes getting around Seattle less of an issue.
Even though we are in a city neighborhood, the Carriage House is surrounded by trees so our guests often feel like they have found a special little cottage in the city.
We are also lucky to have some of Seattle's best restaurants nearby. Feel free to reach out for any recommendations. One of Seattle's fun neighborhoods is Capitol Hill which is very convenient to our location. We are also just across the bridge from University of Washington and during football season, you will notice lots of Husky fans walking to the game.
We invite you to be our guest and find out why we love living here too!!
What makes this property unique
I think among other things that people find charming about this house, is that it was actually a functioning carriage home for many years. The actual 'carriage doors' were given to a restoration company when we purchased the property. The bedrooms and kitchen were horse stables and the bathroom was the tack room. The spiraling stairway up to the top was where they stored the hay!
It is made of stone and very thick insulation so that the upstairs area is actually very insulated from the downstairs area.
I can not imagine a more unique - historical property - so close to the city and walkable to neighborhood hot spots.
It is made of stone and very thick insulation so that the upstairs area is actually very insulated from the downstairs area.
I can not imagine a more unique - historical property - so close to the city and walkable to neighborhood hot spots.
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