Guesthouse vacation rentals in Seattle

Backyard Cottage Retreat: Private, Cozy, Walkable

Perch on a stool at the breakfast bar under airy vaulted pine ceilings in this bright, cozy studio home. This modern backyard cottage is tucked away in a private setting, yet steps away from everything this hip neighborhood has to offer. Custom designed and hand-built by the hosts, this backyard cottage is a sanctuary in the city. After a day of exploring nearby beaches, beautiful parks, kayaking the sound or eating your way through the Farmer’s Market, come home and unwind on the private deck. Free street parking! A short walk to lots of restaurants, coffee shops, Whole Foods & Trader Joe’s. Finished in 2016, this new, custom-built studio cottage is tucked away in a private setting. The 400 sq. ft. craftsman style space is thoughtfully designed to incorporate natural daylight through large windows and high pine wood cathedral ceilings. The tasteful, modern craftsman interior creates a cozy home away from home and offers all you need for an overnight or an extended stay. Your fully equipped kitchen offers quartz countertops, a sink with Grohe faucet, petite 4-burner stove with oven, refrigerator, freezer, microwave, Keurig coffee maker (coffee provided!), and everything you need to prepare meals, if you prefer to eat in. You'll sleep comfortably in the queen sized bed with new memory foam mattress and enjoy a full bathroom with a brand new tiled shower/tub. A CB2 Flex Full-size Sleeper Sofa (rated best sleeper sofa by Apartment Therapy) can accommodate another guest. Your cottage is set back from the street in our private backyard, atop our garage (not parked in, and rarely opened), surrounded by trees and a greenbelt behind our house. It is designed to be eco-friendly with SIP panels, LED lighting, heat pump water heater and radiant floor heating. Serene, healthy, and beautiful - and close to everything! It's perfect for out of town guests, vacationers, a staycation, or business travelers. You have the benefit of a completely private space above our detached garage with full 24-hour access, free on-street parking, and a private entrance. There are 12 stairs from the driveway to the cottage, which is a second story unit. Fresh sheets and towels are provided for longer visits, upon request. Privacy is all yours, though we're happy to help you with navigate our neighborhood and Seattle, and provide recommendations if desired. West Seattle is a sought-after neighborhood that is perfect for foodies, shoppers, families, adventurers, outdoor lovers and those visiting the city and the great Pacific Northwest--and only a 10-15 minute drive from downtown! Visit famous Alki Beach & take a walk along Lincoln Park. Walk to one of our many locally owned coffee shops, or pick up some fresh flowers or artisan made goodies on Sundays at the local Farmer's Market. Enjoy one of our many delicious restaurants. The cottage is so walkable! Your cottage is very close to the Metro city bus lines (1-3 blocks depending on what # bus) which provides easy access to hot spots like West Seattle’s own Alki Beach, a sandy Puget Sound beach with a walking/bike path, paddle boarding, canoes, and numerous eateries and coffeehouses, or beautifully wooded Lincoln Park with walking trails and huge native trees. Or zip downtown Seattle (10-15 minutes by car, 20 minutes by bus) to the take in the Waterfront, Pike Place Market, retail shopping, music venues, Seattle Center and the Space Needle, Washington State Convention Center, Starbucks headquarters, Seattle Art Museum and Pioneer Square art galleries, Safeco Field (baseball), CenturyLink Field (football), or a Washington State Ferry and much more. Light rail is also available to and from SeaTac airport with one bus transfer. You can also access Car2Go in Seattle if you have a membership. Street parking is free for Car2Go anywhere in the city. We have plenty of free street parking on our street for a vehicle or rental car. We are eager to welcome you to your cottage and enjoy the benefits of meeting new people from near and far. We are Northwest natives and college sweethearts, who have lived and traveled internationally. Now, we reside in Seattle, working to better our world through a child-focused international relief & development organization, and engineering for energy efficiency of our natural resources. We have children by birth and international adoption who are a tremendous privilege to parent. We hope you will join us soon for an overnight stay or longer!

Hummingbird Cottage in Quiet Residential Arbor Heights

We are 20 minutes from the airport and 20 minutes from downtown with easy access to the beaches at Alki and Lincoln Park. Your quiet backyard refuge is newly remodeled with everything you’ll need for a weekend or a month. We are just a half block from the bus stop and access to Seattle’s great transit system. Whether you’re here for Business, visiting family, or on holiday, Hummingbird cottage should fill the bill. You have off street parking and the entire space to yourself, with laundry facilities and a full kitchen at your disposal. If you need a highchair or pack-n-play crib for your little one just let us know. I’ll be here to greet you (unless you come in very late), in which case I’ll give you the code for our August Bluetooth lock to get in when you arrive. We’re only 50 feet away if you need us but will give you your space if you don’t. Arbor Heights is a tranquil neighborhood halfway between the airport and downtown, plus only a few minutes from grocery stores, restaurants. and parks with amazing views. Alki and Lincoln Park beaches are also easily accessible. Seattle is a good city to get around in by car but if you’re going downtown you might want to leave the car and catch the 21 bus to save the parking hassle and cost.

5 mins to City! Rooftop deck views on Queen Anne

The Lofthouse is your 3-story urban oasis is nestled in the trees of Queen Anne Hill, 7 mins. from downtown Seattle & CRUISE SHIP TERMINALS. This newly remodeled 1-bedroom guesthouse gives "zen-vibes" with its lush garden, waterfall, pond, ROOFTOP DECK VIEW, modern kitchen/bath, & cozy patio. Walking distance to local cafes & shops. Hostess lives on the property & strives to provide a relaxing stay for all guests. We're close to everything that Seattle has to offer w/o the “busy” city life.

Private Guesthouse in the heart of Seattle

Wallingford Tiny House Retreat Stay in a light-filled guesthouse overlooking a private garden. This thoughtfully designed tiny home features high-end furnishings & luxury linens; perfect for a getaway. - Top Amenities: The neighborhood features a dense concentration of local businesses, cafes, & restaurants - Walk Score: 83/100 - Location: Central location, providing easy access to UW, I-5, SR 99, downtown, & SEA - Superhost Experience: Top-rated hospitality in a safe, quiet neighborhood

Sweet Retreat | Garden & Bunnies | Long/Short Stay

This lovely guest house is located in the quiet neighborhood of center Bellevue and includes all the necessities for a short vacation: beautiful garden view on the bed side, great privacy with no shared walls with main building, full kitchen for home cooking, cute pet bunnies in the garden, etc. Convenient location: walking distance to grocery store and restaurants, or <4 miles to beach parks, botanical garden, farm parks. Bus access to Microsoft campus, Washinton U, or downtown Seattle.

Modern and Inviting Green Lake Loft

Spacious, new, light-filled studio (400 sq ft) w/ high ceilings and loft in a quiet + friendly neighborhood only 3 blocks from Green Lake. Plentiful free on-street parking, and <10 min walk to many local favorite coffee shops, pubs, restaurants and shops in Green Lake, Tangletown, Roosevelt and Wallingford. 82/100 walk score on Redfin! Easy access to transit center, downtown, University of Washington and other Seattle neighborhoods, with multiple direct bus routes and easy I-5 access.

Modern and cozy ADU in Bellevue

Welcome to our cozy guesthouse ADU located in the walkout basement of our newly built home. A quiet & safe neighborhood with quick access to highways 405 and 520. You can easily explore nearby Bellevue, Kirkland and the greater Seattle area. Please note, our Airbnb is located beneath our kitchen. We want to be upfront & transparent about this to set accurate expectations. Our weekdays start at 6.30/7am and you may hear us walking in the kitchen if you're sensitive to noise.

Cozy Garden Cabana w/ Soaking Tub Heated Floor

This cozy retreat is perfect for the travel enthusiast seeking a unique stay! Our tranquil garden Banana Cabana is perfect for a relaxing getaway with beautiful wood beams, stone, tile heated floor, king size bed, corner soaking tub, large rain shower head and a British Colonial/safari/world travel inspired interior. The cabana sits in a secluded backyard with used brick patio, mature banana plants and bamboo, outdoor fireplace, BBQ, gentle water fountains and grape vines.

Center of City Detached Ensuite Capitol Hill

Our private, cozy en-suite is located in the heart of the vibrant Capitol Hill neighborhood. We are 3 blocks to restaurants, bars and cafes. Downtown, Paramount theater, Amazon Spheres, Seattle U and Seattle Central are all within a 1 mile radius. Light Rail Capitol Hill Station is 4 blocks away. Lyft/Uber and city transit are easily accessed. No designated parking space, however we are happy to loan the use of our guest parking permit for Zone 4 street parking.

Seattle Alki Beach Cottage Studio

Welcome to your private, quiet retreat, featuring a tiny footprint with luxe features in a garden setting. Only 1-block from Alki beach, experience the best of PNW beach living. Your own secure building (325 sq ft studio) with kitchenette, queen bed, washer/dryer and air conditioning. The cottage studio has the added feature of its own lovely private outdoor area that is filled with garden blooms during the spring and summer. Find us on IG @alkicottage.

Couple and Family Friendly Private Phinney Cottage

Backyard cottage, fully equipped with washer/dryer, full kitchen, tiled bathroom, private bedroom, keyless entry, and sleeper couch in living room. Popular neighborhood- a ten minute walk to great restaurants, pubs, coffee, shopping, groceries, and public transportation (15 minute direct bus ride to downtown Seattle). Close to Greenlake, Ballard, Woodland Park Zoo, Fremont, and other fun areas.

Cozy backyard guesthouse in Sunset Hill

Come stay at this tranquil detached guest house with modern finishes located in the heart of Sunset Hill. Only a few minutes from Seattle’s vibrant Ballard neighborhood (amazing restaurants, local boutiques, lively bars and craft breweries). Don’t forget to take a stroll to nearby Golden Gardens or Sunset Hill Park to catch a stunning sunset behind the snow-capped Olympic Mountains.