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Ballard Birdhouse - 93 Walking Score/Garage/AC

Family-friendly holiday home with a fitness centre, near Woodland Park Zoo

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3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 7152 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Dryer
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Air-conditioning
  • Gym

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About this property

Entire place

You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

Ballard Birdhouse - 93 Walking Score/Garage/AC

This is a west-facing 3bed/2bath 3-story house with no shared walls and features a fully loaded kitchen, dining room, top floor en-suite, 2 king/1 queen beds+futon, office space, private fenced patio, laundry, heating/AC throughout, home gym, and garage parking. Walking distance to all the unique shops, restaurants, breweries, and nightlife that make this neighborhood a top destination for visitors and locals alike, plus close access to transit, parks, and bike paths.

Classic mid-century house with hardwood floors and great natural light on a quiet street in the heart of Ballard.

* Keyless entry
* Quiet & private - no shared walls or security cameras on site
* Family friendly - pack 'n play, highchair, kid amenities provided. All stairs from main level have doors that can be closed for child safety
* 1 car garage + driveway = 2 on-site parking spaces + free street parking
* High speed Wi-Fi (~120Mbps) & dedicated office space with monitor provided
* Eco-friendly - Solar panels on roof with heat pump for heating/AC throughout
* Living room with large plush couch and smart TV
* Dining room with seating for 6
* Fully stocked kitchen: Stove/oven, fridge, microwave, toaster oven, dishwasher, blender, electric kettle, food processor, cookware/utensils (including kids utensils), and everything needed to whip up great home cooked meals
* We supply locally roasted whole bean coffee, manual and electric coffee grinders, Bodum French press and programmable coffee maker, plus tea, creamer and sugars to start your day
* All bedrooms feature comfortable high-end mattresses, 100% cotton sheets, and hypoallergenic pillows and comforters.
* Plenty of fresh towels provided.
* Private top floor suite has a dedicated workspace with extra monitor, bedroom with king-size mattress, en-suite bathroom with 2 shower heads, and dedicated heating/AC
* Downstairs there is a rec room/home gym with smart TV, free weights & bench, rowing machine, yoga mats, floor pads, futon sofa, and heating/AC. Full size washer and dryer in laundry room
* Fully fenced private front yard patio with table and seating for 6

MAIN FLOOR
* Front door entrance
* Living room with large sofa and smart TV
* Dining room with seating for 6
* Fully stocked kitchen
* Bedroom #1 with 1 king bed with organic latex mattress
* Bedroom #2 with 1 queen bed with Bear mattress & blackout shades
* Bathroom with tub/shower combo
* Stairs leading down to basement and up to second floor - both have doors that can be closed for child safety
* Heating/AC

UPSTAIRS
* Bedroom #3 with 1 king bed with Molecule mattress, blackout shades & nook with room to set up a pack 'n play (provided)
* Bathroom with large double shower (2 shower heads)
* Office space with monitor provided
* Heating/AC

DOWNSTAIRS
* Rec room/gym with smart TV, kids books & games, rowing machine, free weights and bench, yoga mats
* Futon (full size) with bedding provided
* Laundry room with washer & dryer
* Access to 1-car garage
* Heating/AC

* One block to public transit, including Rapid D line for short ride to SLU, downtown and Pike Place Market
* 5-10 minute walk to Old Town Ballard with shops, restaurants, breweries and the best farmers market in the city (Sundays year round)
* 15-20 minute drive to downtown Seattle (Space Needle, Pike Place Market, Capitol Hill, etc)
* 30-35 minute drive to Seatac or Paine Field airports

Guests will have the house and yard to themselves. You may park in the garage or driveway and there is free street parking in front of the house as well. Very walkable residential neighborhood. 93 walking score with tons to do nearby, and within a mile of: grocery stores, fast food, Target, Ballard Farmers Market, movie theater, shops and restaurants along Market St and Ballard Ave.

Ballard is a lively neighborhood along the Salmon Bay/Lake WA Ship Canal just north of downtown Seattle. It's known for great restaurants, craft breweries, shopping, the Ballard boat locks, Botanical Garden, the National Nordic Museum, plus quick access to Golden Garden Park, Discovery Park, Woodland Park Zoo, and downtown Seattle.

Downtown Seattle is about a 10-15 minute drive and there are e-bikes, e-scooters, and public transportation within walking distance.

Other Nearby attractions include:

* Ballard locks/Carl S English Jr Botanical Garden = 1.1 miles
* National Nordic Museum = 0.9 miles
* Golden Gardens Beach Park = 3.2 miles
* Discovery Park = 3.8 miles
* Woodland Park Zoo = 1.4 miles
* Green Lake = 2.6 miles
* University of Washington = 4.1 miles
* Space Needle = 4.7 mils
* Seattle Aquarium = 5.3 mils
* Pike Place Market = 5.3 miles

House is set for 6 and there is extra bedding provided for the futon in the basement/workout room.

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in the house: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Electric car charging station on site
  • Onsite parking options include a garage

Kitchen

  • Blender
  • Coffee grinder
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Electric kettle
  • Hob
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Paper towels
  • Refrigerator
  • Spices
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 3 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided
  • Sofa bed

Bathroom

  • 2 bathrooms
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Living room
  • Separate dining area

Entertainment

  • Books
  • Games
  • Smart TV

Outdoor areas

  • Outdoor furniture
  • Patio

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Work spaces

  • Computer monitor
  • Desk
  • Desk chair

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only
  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • Near a zoo
  • Near the marina

Things to do

  • Gym
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Cycling nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Motor boating nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Wildlife walks nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
  • Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • First aid kit
  • Fire extinguisher
  • Deadbolt lock

General

  • Electric car charging station
  • Unit size: 1,640 square feet

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Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Contactless check-in and check-out are available
Minimum check-in age - 21

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM
Contactless check-out

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

Events

No events allowed

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
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
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
This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation
Property Registration Number STR-OPLI-21-000828

We should mention

This property does not have any lifts

About the area

Ballard, a neighbourhood in Seattle, is home to this holiday home. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Lake Union and Alki Beach, while Seattle Center and Paramount Theatre are cultural highlights. Travelling with kids? Make time for Woodland Park Zoo, or head to an event or a match at Climate Pledge Arena. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching. Visit our Seattle travel guide
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What's nearby

  • Beginning of the 200th Syttende Mai (May 17th) Norwegian Parade in Ballard
    National Nordic Museum
    14 min walk - 1.2 km
  • Woodland Park Zoo featuring cuddly or friendly animals and zoo animals
    Woodland Park Zoo
    6 min drive - 2.4 km
  • Swedish Medical Center - Ballard Campus
    7 min walk - 0.7 km
  • Swedish Medical Center Ballard Campus
    7 min walk - 0.7 km
  • Portland Building
    9 min walk - 0.8 km

Getting around

  • U District Station
    10 min drive
  • Edmonds Station
    24 min drive
  • Seattle, WA (BFI-Boeing Field)
    35 min drive

Restaurants

  • Taco Bell
    3 min walk
  • The Old Pequliar
    6 min walk
  • El Camion
    5 min walk
  • Ballard Coffee Co.
    3 min walk
  • Praxis Yoga and Cafe
    5 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is Ballard Birdhouse - 93 Walking Score/Garage/AC pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at Ballard Birdhouse - 93 Walking Score/Garage/AC?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Ballard Birdhouse - 93 Walking Score/Garage/AC?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Ballard Birdhouse - 93 Walking Score/Garage/AC?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Ballard Birdhouse - 93 Walking Score/Garage/AC located?

This family-friendly Seattle holiday home is located in Ballard, within 2 mi (3 km) of National Nordic Museum, Woodland Park Zoo and Green Lake Park. Woodland Park and Rose Garden and Shilshole Bay Marina are also within 3 miles (5 km).

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Ballard Birdhouse - 93 Walking Score/Garage/AC Reviews

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Rating 10 - Excellent. 37 out of 40 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 3 out of 40 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 40 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 40 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 40 reviews

9.8

Cleanliness

9.8

Location

10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Stacy F.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This house is great! The beds were so comfortable, the house was clean, the towels were nice and fluffy. There was plenty of room to spread out. The location is great, allowing us to walk to restaurants, shopping, and the amazing Ballard Farmers Market! I hope to come back and stay here soon!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Korey C.

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

Great place to stay

Easey check in, close to lots of places to eat and fun things to go explore.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Dan B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Awesome location and a homely experience! The Ballard Birdhouse is close to a lot of great restaurants in the Ballard downtown area as well as some cool experiences like the Ballard Locks. The house itself is quite roomy and accommodating and comfortably fit my 3 friends and me for a weekend guys trip. The couch was super cozy and we spent some time just chilling and watching Ted Lasso on it. The beds were excellent, providing a great night's sleep and making it hard to get up in the morning. The host, Bryan, was incredibly thorough and very responsive, making this stay a home run. Next time I'm back in Seattle, I hope this location is available so I can share it with others as we enjoy the surrounding area!
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Cy C.

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

Comfortable stay

Great location with plenty of room. Couch and beds were very comfortable
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Pavel Z.

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

Great stay

Had a great stay - plenty of space for everyone, very convenient location, clean, and a great large table for board games
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

8/10 Good

Martha B.

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

Great stay

Nice and safe, walkable to so much
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Raynette

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
We enjoyed our stay at the Ballard Birdhouse. It’s an older residence that has retained a lot of its original character and charm. We were very comfortable there, it had everything we needed and the location was convenient. My daughter lives within walking distance and we also walked to the farmers market. The host, Bryan, was extremely accommodating and gracious. Thank you!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Nathan C.

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

Repeat Customer

We returned back to the Birdhouse this year and everything went perfect. Place is located in a great area and the accommodations are clean and has easy check out. 10/10 would recommend.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Denise S.

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

Graduation visit

My husband and I were up in Seattle with my parents and inlaws for graduation so it was great to have a house with two bedrooms on the main floor, and only a few steps getting into the house. The house was a little tight with my dad using a walker but still workable. The location was great for people watching and going to the farmers market. The house had everything we needed and I appreciate the whole bean coffee and press!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Patricia S.

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

Family Visit

Clean, comfortable home in a great location. Just what we needed!
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Laura G.

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

Great place

Property was clean/well cared for. Location was central and walkable to some eateries. Owner/manager was responsive and helpful.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Gina R.

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

Charming and very comfortable!

The Ballard Birdhouse was spacious and very comfortable. Plus location was great. No details were missed.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Colleen S.

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

Great neighborhood and convenient location!

We were in town for a wedding and the house was conveniently located down the street from my son”s place. The house was clean and had everything we needed to be comfortable. We will be back sometime in the spring and hope we can stay here again.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Nathan C.

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

Will Return

Great location and the place was clean and comfortable. Would rent again in a second.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

HUGH

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Well equipped. Great location in Ballard neighborhood. Very clean. Good parking. Easy checkin and good instructions. Can walk or short drive to some nearby restaurants, grocery stores, microbreweries and pubs. Short commute to Seattle Waterfront, MW Medical Center (our primary reason for being in Seattle) and Lake Union (except at rush hour!) Comfy beds with 2 bathrooms was handy for our group of four. Kitchen had everything needed. Laundry facilities were helpful for 2 in our family.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Joanna J.

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

Great house, great neighbourhood

We stayed at Ballard Bird house for a full week. It was on a quiet street in a safe, pretty neighbourhood with lots of trees and plants. Shops and restaurants are within easy reach. The beds were comfortable and the bathrooms were
Stayed 9 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Brian H.

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

We had a GREAT stay!

We had an awesome time staying the Ballard Birdhouse! Perfectly located to all of the Ballard charm and not very far from everything else (UW, Downtown, West Seattle, Airport, etc.). Place was very clean, well appointed and very comfortable. The provided coffee was a nice touch and it was great having a garage as the street's in Ballard are pretty crowded. Would highly recommend this pace to the reader and we would absolutely stay there again if back in Ballard!
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

John

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, communication
We chose this location because it was very close to my son’s house. Not very close to downtown but perfect for our needs. My wife was not very impressed because the house was old but we soon came to realize that this was much more comfortable and cozy for the three of us. Two BIG pluses: the upstairs bedroom with a private bath gave my teenage son plenty of privacy. Also the basement was converted into a workout room/game-room, which we took advantage of.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Janet K.

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

Ballard Wedding Weekend

The property was perfect. We booked the Ballard Birdhouse for us, our adult children and my sister-in-law. It was great for this large of a group. We were easily able to walk to the wedding at Ballard Hotel and to restaurants, & the farmer's market, but Uber was short and inexpensive when it did rain. The bus to downtown and to the university district was very convenient. We also took the bus up to hike at Carkeek Park. The parking spot in the garage was an added convenience. With the large dining table and living room sectional, everyone was able to gather comfortably to watch the football game and there was a good selection of children's toys and games to entertain my niece. When we did have questions, our host was very responsive!
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

John H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great house and great location to Seattle sure seeing.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lori C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Property and neighborhood were great for our visit to Seattle. We really liked the birds throughout the house and found it to be comfortable with everything we needed.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kate M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The house was very nice, clean, and well-appointed with thoughtful touches. Communication was great and check in was very simple. Pleasant neighborhood and an easy walk to coffee shops and restaurants.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Mark W.

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

Great place and location!

Very nice place, close to bus stop to downtown and in a great neighborhood. Place as described.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Angela R.

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

Awesome place!

We can not wait to stay again!!
Stayed 5 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Sara H.

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

Great location

Immaculate house in a quiet neighborhood, yet within walking distance to all the activity along the waterfront.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2025