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!

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.

Seattle Backyard Suite in Upscale Magnolia

Welcome to your private retreat in Seattle! Our detached, loft-style studio offers a bright, inviting space, lovingly owner-maintained for the highest standard of care. Located in the heart of picturesque Magnolia, we’re just a short walk to Ella Bailey Park and Magnolia Village & minutes away from downtown, Seattle center, cruise ships and the ferries. Guests consistently praise the cozy layout, peaceful setting, and personal touches that make it feel like a true home away from home.

Urban Guesthouse in a Garden Setting

Our lovely private guesthouse is walking distance to the University of Washington, Seattle Children’s Hospital, University Village, and the Burke Gilman Trail. It’s around the corner from Sand Point Grill and Gretchen’s Coffee House. It provides quick access to downtown Seattle via public transportation. This is a modern studio, immaculately clean with new furniture and small appliances. You’ll enjoy drinking your coffee or tea in front of the French doors that lead to the garden.

Curated Cottage, Seattle Pac Univ, downtown 5 min

Come experience a cozy, boutique hotel experience! ✅ Hotel quality linens ✅ Fully equipped kitchen ✅ Gas fireplace ✅ Super fast wifi >500 MBPS ✅ Spacious bath w/walk-in shower + clawfoot tub ✅ In-unit W/D avail on request ⭐️ 5 mins to: DTWN, Space Needle, Climate Pledge Arena ⭐️ Walk to Kerry Park / Trip Advisor's #6 of 835 things to do - "Hands down one of the best Airbnbs I’ve stayed in." - "...incredible bath tub, nicely stocked kitchen - loved this place thank you!"

The Seattle House (guest house with a view)

Centrally located custom built guesthouse minutes from downtown, airport, and beach. Walk to coffee/deli or 5m drive to local businesses, restaurants, and groceries. 1 bedroom, 1 bathroom guest house with a qn bed on the main level, addt'l qn bed in loft area leading to view deck accessed via "ship's ladder" stairs. Outdoor patio with seating. Qn sleeper sofa in livingroom area with large smart tv and LED fireplace. Ideal for small families and couples. 4 guests.

Lomax Pura Vida Guest Cottage

Charming and quaint one bedroom cottage situated on a 3 acre, gated estate. Fully furnished and fully fitted kitchen. Located next to the main house. Situated in the heart of Woodinville wine country where some of the finest wines around .Close to fine dining, theaters, biking, running, or hiking. 15 mins away from the main Microsoft campus in Redmond and the main Google campus in Kirkland. Great for temporary residents, looking to relocate to the area!

Guesthouse in Seattle

A contemporary, spacious, and private guesthouse in Wedgwood. It's a separate structure from the main house. Includes spacious living room with gas fireplace & kitchen with vaulted ceilings, 1.5 baths, including separate laundary & 2 nice size bedrooms. Great location, corner lot, lots of natural light. Walk to coffee shops, restaurants, grocery, and more. Close to the University of Washington, Children's Hospital, and only a few minutes from downtown.

Luxe, quiet, 3 beds, UW proximity, no shared walls

Sparkling backyard house in Laurelhurst, one of Seattle’s most safe and upscale residential neighborhoods. Quiet & peaceful, yet close to UW, on public transit to downtown & stadiums. High-end: Frette & Yves Delorme linens, Heath ceramics, marble, leather, original art, 2 app loaded TVs. Easy parking, check-in & out. Not a shared wall townhouse or basement. Clean, bright, and with views. No traffic noise. AC/heat, washer/dryer, amenities galore!

Private Central Seattle Cottage

A fully-equipped cozy private central Seattle city cottage with fireplace, secluded backyard with decks and unique world artisan decor. 5-minute drive to UW and 1/2 a block from short easy bus ride to downtown, Space Needle and Pike Place Market. 2 block walk to Wallingford great restaurants/bars, walking distance to Green Lake Park, Fremont, Lake Union, and the great Burke Gilman Trail for biking. 2 equipped city bikes provided.