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Experience Your 'Sleepless In Seattle' Houseboat Dream

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view from kitchen to dining room and living room
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Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional
3 bedrooms1+ bathroomSleeps 51000 sq ft

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Pool
  • Barbecue grill
  • Dryer
  • Hot tub
  • Washer

Explore the area

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Seattle, WA
  • Lake Union
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Space Needle
    ‪4 min drive‬
  • Seattle Center
    ‪4 min drive‬
  • Seattle, WA (SEA-Seattle - Tacoma Intl.)
    ‪24 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 5)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Double Bed

Bedroom 3

1 Single Bed

1 bathroom, 1 half bathroom

Bathroom downstairs

Toilet

Bathroom upstairs

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Balcony
Dining area

About this property

Experience Your 'Sleepless In Seattle' Houseboat Dream

30 Day Minimum!!!

Featured on Discovery Channel's show "Ultimate Homes". 3 bedrooms, 2 baths, totally remodeled, 1000 sq ft, with terrific decks, moorage for boat available, hot tub, high speed internet, cable TV, all utilities, residential parking permit, designer houseboat, prime location at end of the dock. dining room converts into dance floor or yoga studio. dining room table folds into buffet table. stainless steel counters in kitchen. cool coral aquarium over the kitchen sink. enjoy all your water toys such as paddle boarding, sunfishing, kayaking, windsurfing, canoeing.

Property manager

Neil Peterson

Languages

English

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Amenities

Pool
Hot tub
Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Free WiFi

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House Rules

Flexible check-in available (contact host in advance of arrival)
Minimum age to rent: 18
Flexible check-out available (contact host to arrange)
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
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Events

Events allowed: family gatherings, birthday parties, weddings
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Pets

No pets allowed
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

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
Parties and events (including family gatherings, birthday parties and weddings) are allowed on site. Maximum attendees: 20
Host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit

We should mention

This property does not have any lifts

About the area

Seattle

Located on the waterfront, this houseboat is in Eastlake, a neighbourhood in Seattle. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Lake Union and Alki Beach, while Seattle Center and Paramount Theatre are cultural highlights. Seattle Aquarium and Woodland Park Zoo 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

  • Lake Union - 1 min walk - 0.0 km
  • Space Needle - 4 min drive - 3.3 km
  • Seattle Center - 4 min drive - 3.3 km
  • Pike Place Market - 4 min drive - 4.3 km
  • Seattle Cruise Ship Terminal 91 - 9 min drive - 6.2 km

Getting around

  • King Street Station - 14 min drive
  • Fairview Campus Dr Station - 16 min walk
  • Seattle, WA (LKE-Lake Union Seaplane Base) - 7 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Dockside At Dukes - ‬13 min walk
  • ‪The White Swan Public House - ‬15 min walk
  • ‪Starbucks - ‬9 min walk
  • ‪Moriyama Sushi - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Grand Central Bakery - ‬7 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Does Experience Your 'Sleepless In Seattle' Houseboat Dream have a pool?

Yes, this property has an outdoor pool.

Is Experience Your 'Sleepless In Seattle' Houseboat Dream pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

Where is Experience Your 'Sleepless In Seattle' Houseboat Dream located?

Located in Eastlake, this houseboat is steps from Lake Union and within 3 mi (5 km) of Seattle Center and University of Washington. Space Needle and Pike Place Market are also within 3 miles (5 km). Fairview Campus Dr Station is 16 minutes by foot and Lake Union Park Station is 21 minutes.

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 17 out of 17 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 0 out of 17 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 17 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 17 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 17 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Spencer L.

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

Wonderful

Perfect stay for us. Near everything. Beautiful views of the city. Enjoyed the sites and sounds of the lake, especially the Duck Dodge. Very clean and comfortable.
Stayed 47 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Paul S.

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

Awesome Exoerience

One of the coolest places I’ve stayed!
Stayed 30 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Joe C.

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

Extraordinary stay!

We had an amazing stay at this gorgeous houseboat. As others have mentioned, the pictures in the listing, which are beautiful, don’t fully capture what a magnificent place this is, in a prime position on Lake Union. Denise, the property manager, was responsive to all of our questions and minor issues that arose. Unqualified recommendation for anyone looking for a unique and unforgettable home stay.
Stayed 28 nights in Jul 2020

10/10 Excellent

April R.

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

The most magical stay-cation!

Having lived in Seattle for 25 years, it has always been my dream to experience that “Sleepless in Seattle” lifestyle. With my 2 teen boys graduating from high school soon, I thought the absolute perfect last Spring Break for them would be to enjoy our city like a tourist. As it turned out, my stay ended up being more of an almost nightly gathering of beloved friends who also live in Seattle. What makes Neil‘s floating home so special? The western sunsets over the lake, the active boating and people watching, and thoughtful and comfortable touches throughout the home: fully stocked kitchen, super comfortable beds, clever “hidden” TV to not impede views, and the fun fish tank over the kitchen sink. It was a very mentally restorative month spent on Lake Union. I hope to repeat the experience next year and beyond. Thank you, Neil & Denise! (Denise as property manager was attentive and accessible.)
Stayed 30 nights in Apr 2022

10/10 Excellent

Steve W.

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

Perfect place to experience a houseboat and to entertain friends!

Amazing environment. Stunning views to wake up to and to enjoy throughout the day. Nice weather definitely adds to the experience. Excellent access to city walks, biking and restaurants in addition to kayaking and paddleboarding. Quiet dock. Some disappointment in not getting to meet neighbors more.
Stayed 30 nights in Oct 2022

10/10 Excellent

Lorie A.

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

Perfection

We could not have been happier with our houseboat stay. The views of downtown Seattle never got old, and Lake Union provided entertainment every day. The house is comfortable and well equipped, and the property manager is very accessible and helpful. We loved everything about the houseboat and could not recommend it more highly.
Stayed 30 nights in Sep 2020

10/10 Excellent

Steve M.

Outstanding!

Best houseboat location on Lake Union with sweeping views of city towers, space needle, Queen Anne hill, Gas Works Park. Enjoyed all the boat traffic ranging from rowing shells to decorated Christmas boats to large NOAA and Coast Guard ships. The houseboat is lovely, even better than the photos. Denise was very helpful and accommodating. Highly recommended.
Stayed 32 nights in Dec 2018

10/10 Excellent

Maureen S.

Beautiful floating house with amazing views

All the comforts of home, in a spectacular setting!
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2018
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Casey H., Quimby

Amazing view

Couldnt have asked for a better place to rent for the weekend
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2017
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Christine F.

Speechless in Seattle! Thank You!

I did a happy dance when Neil got back to us telling us this was available. I think he should rename the boat Speechless in Seattle! I even live on the water in South Florida, but this view is JUST ABSOLUTELY MIND-BLOWING! It’s like a moving portrait. The interplay of skull teams, row boats, seaplanes, shipping vessels, SUP Boarders, kayaks and yes….even a Hot Tub Boat filled like a jacuzzi cruising around the bay….it was a nonstop feast for the eyes. Watching a full moon set over the Space Needle was a jaw dropper. Denise was just awesome. Grateful for the great advice. The beds were ridiculously comfortable. Perfect for our family of 4. The fish tank that lights up every night was amusing as the cast of characters changed throughout the day. It took us 4 days to see the starfish! Most Uber rides were $5-$10. There is a bakery, Thai and Italian restaurant within walking distance. The first day we went over to Chandlers Crabhouse for lunch. Our waiter was amazing and the food was fantastic, but the $300 lunch tab was a bit crazy. One night we picked up the Thai food down the street and brought it back to the boat for a beautiful evening. The food was excellent. We picked up huge lobster tails at Pike's Market and steamed them. YUM! A first for us was trying Din Tai Fung for dumplings. That was an amazing meal. Barely squeezed in Serafinas our last night in Seattle. I think I would have cried if we missed that particular mouthful of extraordinary. Fantastic service and just about the most amazing Italian dinner I have experienced (I am not messing around…I grew up dining in the North End in Boston!) We did the Space Needle, Chihuly Garden and MoPop in one day. MoPop (Museum of pop culture) was a BLAST! The Star Trek exhibit and Sound Labs were favorites. Of course Chihuly is unmissable. I am not sure whether our son will choose University of Washington or Northeastern University, but I want to beg him to come here so we can stay again!!! *check hot tub upon arrival so you can ask Denise to get it setup if it has evaporated. It was hot but no bubblers, but we sat in it anyway and had a lovely evening. Also, no privacy between any rooms if that is not obvious by the size of the boathouse. Everyone can hear everything from every room, including hearing everything anyone says as they pass by at 2:00 in the morning by boat...LOL! (It was usually "Wow! Can you imaging living there??") Also, no seasonings and few knives. You can hack a meal, though.
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Barbara (BJ) H.

Fabulous vacation

The houseboat was fantastic in every way. We were met upon arrival and given a great intro to the home's amenities and the area. The home's finishes and furnishings were amazing. The location provided breathtaking views of the city and a ring-side seat to watch rowers and seaplane activity. Easy walk to public transportation, restaurants and grocery. Truly perfect, once-in-a-lifetime vacation.
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Rebecca L.

Perfect Ending to the U S Open

It 'wowed' us from the first step in the door! The crafted details delivered uncompromised style - with spectacular views enhancing every room no matter where one was standing ! Nothing better than finishing with an "ACE"!
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Mindy M.

Best ever vrbo experience!

We have been using VRBO for 20 years and we all agree (family of 5) that this was the best property we have ever rented! You cannot beat the view - you are sitting on the water watching the UW crew team row 10 feet away from your deck 9or the hot tub) while you get a skyline view of Seattle. The inside of the house is beautiful - with incredible touches and everything you could want for a longer stay. We cooked in four nights in a row and had a fabulous time. Then we used the space during the day for a business meeting with 8 people - it was wonderful. We will definitely go back - we loved it!!
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Julie L.

Fabulous

Clean and well organized Views of the lake and its activities were really enjoyable No problems at all with the rental would recommend
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Wendy J.

One-of-a-kind property

What an incredible view, and an incredible home. The pictures almost don't do it justice. From the view to the thoughtful architecture and furnishings - this place was worth it. Every detail has been considered to maximize this one-of-a-kind view. We even took advantage of the hot tub outside despite the cold November day - then jumped into Lake Union right off the dock. It's hard to forget you're on a houseboat when seaplanes and rowers are just feet away...but also because the houseboat does sway slightly. We hope to return again during the summertime!
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

John T.

Outstanding view. Great architecture

Outstanding views. Lots of waterfront activity
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Laurie A.

Perfect Seattle Experience

After staying in this floating home, we can't imagine wanting to stay anywhere else. The home was cozy, beautiful, full of books, hard to leave each day to venture out! It was our first Seattle visit. There are some very good restaurants (Louisa's for breakfast), as well as the streetcar into downtown, all within walking distance. My husband is a pilot so we walked to Seattle Seaplanes for a couple flights and he was in heaven watching the planes and boats go by all day. I was in heaven sitting in the hot tub with the perfect view of the city at night. Highly recommend. Thanks Neil!

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