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Ballard - Sunset Hill Guest House

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Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

1 bedroom1 bathroomSleeps 2557 sq ft

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Dryer
  • Air conditioning
  • Washer
  • Kitchen
  • Free WiFi

Explore the area

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Seattle, WA
  • Place, Golden Gardens Park
    ‪4 min walk‬
  • Place, Sunset Hill Park
    ‪6 min walk‬
  • Place, Shilshole Bay Marina
    ‪16 min walk‬
  • Airport, Seattle, WA (SEA-Seattle - Tacoma Intl.)
    ‪39 min drive‬

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About the neighborhood

Seattle

Ballard stay.Your stay at this Ballard cottage places you within 3 miles (5 km) of Shilshole Bay Marina and Discovery Park. Seattle Cruise Ship Terminal 91 and Seattle Waterfront are also within 6 miles (10 km).
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What's nearby

  • Golden Gardens Park - 4 min walk - 0.3 miles
  • Sunset Hill Park - 6 min walk - 0.4 miles
  • Shilshole Bay Marina - 16 min walk - 0.9 miles
  • Blue Ridge Park - 4 min drive - 1.1 miles
  • Hiram M. Chittenden Locks - 7 min drive - 1.4 miles

Getting around

  • Roosevelt Station - 11 min drive
  • Edmonds Station - 24 min drive
  • Seattle, WA (LKE-Lake Union Seaplane Base) - 26 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Sunny Hill - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Little Coney - ‬14 min walk
  • ‪Thunderbird Tavern - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Pico Café - ‬19 min walk
  • ‪Mabel - ‬17 min walk

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 - Sunset Hill Guest House

Enjoy Ballard's quiet Sunset Hill neighborhood in our backyard guesthouse. Seven minutes walk from one of the great viewpoints in the city which is a great place to take in the sunset over puget sound.

Easy access to Golden Gardens beach as well as restaurants, cafes, and bakeries.

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in the cottage: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Electric kettle
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Paper towels
  • Refrigerator
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • Bedroom

Bathroom

  • 1 bathroom
  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table

Entertainment

  • Books
  • Smart TV with cable/satellite channels

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Air conditioning

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.
  • Wheelchair accessibility
  • Smoking not allowed

Services and conveniences

  • Safe

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)

General

  • Unit size: 557 square feet

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 3:00 PM
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions

Rules

Please remove your shoes inside the guesthouse. No unregistered overnight guests. Absolutely no smoking of any kind on the property.

Pets

  • No pets 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
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
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
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a private host, not a professional engaged in trade or business. Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited. For guests' safety, the property includes a carbon monoxide detector and a smoke detector in each accommodation.

Property Registration Number STR-OPLI-23-000305

Frequently asked questions

How close is Ballard - Sunset Hill Guest House to the airport?

This cottage is 7.2 mi (26-min drive) away from the Seattle, WA (LKE-Lake Union Seaplane Base) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

Does Ballard - Sunset Hill Guest House have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at this cottage.

How close is Ballard - Sunset Hill Guest House to the beach?

This cottage is 13.8 mi (37-min drive) from Alki Beach.

Does Ballard - Sunset Hill Guest House offer free breakfast?

This cottage does not offer free breakfast.

Is there a casino at Ballard - Sunset Hill Guest House?

No, there is no casino at this cottage, but Clearwater Casino (8.3 mi) is nearby.

What time is check-in at Ballard - Sunset Hill Guest House?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

Is there free parking at Ballard - Sunset Hill Guest House?

Free parking is not available at this cottage.

Does Ballard - Sunset Hill Guest House have a pool?

This cottage does not have a pool.

Does Ballard - Sunset Hill Guest House have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this cottage.

How close is Ballard - Sunset Hill Guest House to downtown Seattle?

This cottage is 6.3 mi away from Seattle.

Ballard - Sunset Hill Guest House Reviews

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 53 out of 54 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 1 out of 54 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 54 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 54 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 54 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

10/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

8/10 Good

Felicia C.

Liked: Cleanliness
Very cute and clean. We liked having assess to washer and dryer. The only down side was the incredibly hard bed.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jacqueline M.

Liked: Cleanliness
This guest house was an excellent place to stay. It was cozy, comfortable and quiet. It was clean. The washer and dryer are very good. The kitchen was well appointed. There was a patio we used for our morning coffee.It is a one bedroom but it was roomy. Yeon and Xavier are excellent hosts and answered all our questions in a timely manner. We would stay again.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Deb F.

Liked: Cleanliness
Perfect!!!
Stayed 6 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Liz B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great hosts and a great little cottage in a beautiful and quiet back garden. Street parking was convenient and always available. Everything was very clean and in great shape. Highly recommend!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

nelly47673

Liked: Cleanliness
We had a wonderful weekend stay. The guest house is located on a quiet street, which is excellent for walking around. The house is fully equipped with everything one would need. The hosts were friendly and available to answer questions. Thanks for the lovely stay!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ryan H.

Liked: Cleanliness
Lovely little house in a cute, quiet neighborhood. Walking distance to restaurants, a bakery and a little market, as well as the beach and park at Golden Gardens. Host gives tons of helpful information about the area and recommendations. We really enjoyed it.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Katherine S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Wonderful accommodations in a beautiful setting. We loved having a full living room separate from the bedroom. The bathroom looked virtually brand new, loved the shower. And we actually used the washer dryer, it came in handy! Cafés, restaurants and supermarket were centrally located which was helpful. The owners were very lovely people as well, which is an added plus.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kathleen G.

Liked: Cleanliness
This was our second stay at this property. The location was perfect for us, and the outdoor patio was great.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

ELIZABETH M.

Liked: Cleanliness
We very much enjoyed this peaceful retreat. The guesthouse is in a safe and quiet but walkable neighborhood, tucked back from the street and in a lovely garden setting. Inside, it’s beautiful and comfortable. The kitchen had everything we needed including an electric teakettle—something we use at home and usually miss when we are away from home. There is even a washer and dryer—very nice to have. And the cottage is full of thoughtful moments, from labels light switches to the artwork to the charming little book that describes neighborhood walks, restaurants, and more. One of our best travel accommodations anywhere, and we will likely be back next time we visit our family in Seattle.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

susan s.

Liked: Cleanliness

Cozy Sunset Hill guest house

Just as described. Pleasant stay. Would consider again.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

James K.

Liked: Cleanliness

Great stay!

My girlfriend and I stayed here for a week and we loved it! It is perfect for two people and not too far from anything. The owners were very nice and were very good about communication. I certainly recommend this to anyone! Thanks to the owners!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Pamela S.

Liked: Cleanliness

Enjoyable stay!

Yeon and Javier were amazing hosts! They greeted us upon arrival and checked in to make sure we were all set. The adorable cottage was very clean and had everything we needed. The local wine and Theo chocolate was a thoughtful host gift. We enjoyed the courtyard and lovely gardens and the area was walkable to several parks/beaches/restaurants and on street parking was easy. We'll be back for sure!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Timothy

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I loved this Guest House. Very private and quiet. Spacious inside and very conveniently located. This is my favorite of the many places I've stayed in Ballard. Comfortable and clean.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Daniel

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great property. Very clean inside and outside. Lots of amenities, like full kitchen, coffee maker and tea. Lots of natural light, and quiet. Comfortable bed and couch.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Dora B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great place!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Dave M.

Liked: Cleanliness

Exceptional Seattle stay

A really wonderful quiet getaway from the city. Gracious host who communicated very well and made checking in and checking out a breeze. A well appointed cottage very close to Ballard and walking distance to the waterfront. Highly recommended to anyone who wants a little slice of Seattle.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Marilynn B.

Liked: Cleanliness

Magical Stay in Seattle

The Sunset cottage location was perfect for me. Just a short walk from Sunset Hill Park. I walked to the park every morning and evening. It was a very quiet neighborhood. The area was so beautiful with flowering trees and bushes. The hosts were so helpful and friendly. I felt genuinely welcomed. I found excellent bus connections to Ballard, downtown and Northgate--all the same bus. I'm planning on making it a yearly visit.
Stayed 11 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lynne M.

Liked: Cleanliness

A Piece of Heaven

A lovely quiet cottage in a gorgeous Seattle neighborhood, walking distance to the beach. Convenient to everything. The bed was insanely comfortable, and the kitchen, well-appointed. I can’t rave enough about this place!
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jenay C.

Liked: Cleanliness

Clean, Cute, Comfortable and Convenient

What a great place! We enjoyed staying in this nice-sized VRBO with a separate living area, large kitchen, and good-sized bedroom. It is clean, cute, comfortable, and convenient. We were able to walk to nearby restaurants and Larsen's Bakery (one of our go-to Seattle spots). The owners were responsive and friendly. Highly recommend!
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

kit w., Seattle, WA

Liked: Cleanliness

Wonderfully relaxing

Great neighborhood, peaceful little cottage. Recommended!
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Scott P.

Liked: Cleanliness

Clean and comfortable

Very comfortable and clean studio. Very quiet neighborhood. We will definitely stay there again.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Frederick O.

Liked: Cleanliness
Stayed 6 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Elizabeth T., Los Altos, CA

Liked: Cleanliness

Lovely stay in Ballard

We had a very enjoyable week in this spacious and well-appointed one bedroom ground floor unit in a west-Ballard neighborhood. Highly recommended!
Stayed 8 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

V W.

Liked: Cleanliness

Pleasant clean and convenient.

Enjoyed our stay
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

CHERYL L.

Liked: Cleanliness

Thanksgiving stay

Great location. Very clean.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2024