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Ballard Hjemsted

Vacation home near Woodland Park Zoo in Seattle

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Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

3 bedrooms2 bathrooms1100 sq ft

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Barbecue grill
  • Dryer
  • Washer
  • Pet friendly
  • Air conditioning

Explore the area

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Seattle, WA
  • Place, Golden Gardens Park
    ‪4 min drive‬
  • Place, Sakya Monastery
    ‪5 min drive‬
  • Place, Shilshole Bay Marina
    ‪6 min drive‬
  • Airport, Seattle, WA (BFI-Boeing Field)
    ‪24 min drive‬

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About the neighborhood

Seattle

Ballard stay.Your stay at this Ballard vacation home places you within 3 miles (5 km) of Shilshole Bay Marina and Woodland Park Zoo. Green Lake Park and Fisherman's Terminal are also within 3 miles (5 km).
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What's nearby

  • Golden Gardens Park - 4 min drive - 0.9 miles
  • Sakya Monastery - 5 min drive - 1.3 miles
  • Swedish Medical Center Ballard Campus - 5 min drive - 1.7 miles
  • Shilshole Bay Marina - 6 min drive - 1.3 miles
  • Hiram M. Chittenden Locks - 7 min drive - 1.7 miles

Getting around

  • Northgate Station - 9 min drive
  • Edmonds Station - 21 min drive
  • Seattle, WA (BFI-Boeing Field) - 35 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Thunderbird Tavern - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Un Bien - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪Tacos La Cuadra - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪Saleh's Delicatessen - ‬10 min walk
  • ‪Larsen's Bakery - ‬9 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 Hjemsted

Entire private home.

When you rent my home in Ballard you can expect complete privacy.

Two off street parking spaces are available to you!

Large fenced in yard. Great for you and your doggo!

Two bedrooms. Two bathrooms. Large well stocked kitchen. Living Room with fireplace. Flex Room with futon that can be made into an additional bed.

This home, conveniently located in Seattle's Ballard Neighborhood, is a true oasis in the city. A great home base for all of your Seattle adventures.

Two off-street parking spaces in front of the home as well as additional free on street parking.

Near two major bus lines for easy access to downtown Ballard and downtown Seattle.

Walkable to nearby grocery, bars and restaurants.

Please feel free to reach out to me with any additional questions. I would be delighted to welcome you to my Ballard home!

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in the house: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Wheelchair-accessible parking and van parking available

Kitchen

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

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 3 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

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

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Fireplace
  • Separate dining area

Entertainment

  • Books
  • Smart TV

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Patio

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Work spaces

  • Desk
  • Desk chair

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly
  • Welcoming cats and dogs only
  • One pet total (up to 50 lbs per pet)

Suitability/Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • 1 accessible parking space
  • Area rugs in public areas
  • Hardwood flooring in public areas
  • No elevator (single-level property)
  • Wheelchair accessibility
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible van parking
  • Designated smoking areas

Services and conveniences

  • Concierge services
  • Housekeeping (on request)
  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • Near the marina

Things to do

  • Bicycle parking
  • Bicycle storage
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Motor boating nearby
  • Sailing nearby
  • Whale watching 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)
  • Fire extinguisher

General

  • At least 80% lighting from LEDs
  • Bicycle parking
  • Bicycle storage
  • Composting
  • Comprehensive recycling policy
  • Eco-friendly cleaning products used
  • Garden
  • Housekeeping (on request)
  • Reusable coffee/tea filters
  • Unit size: 1,100 square feet

Policies

Check-in

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

Check-out

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

Special check-in instructions

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

Rules

No Smoking is ever allowed inside the home.

Pets

  • Pets are welcome
  • Only dogs and cats are allowed
  • Maximum 1 (weight limit: 50 lbs per pet)
  • Service animals are exempt from fees

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.

Events

No events allowed

Smoking

Smoking allowed: in designated areas

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
This property uses eco-friendly cleaning products
Host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher
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 professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession. Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited. This property uses eco-friendly cleaning products. For guests' safety, the property includes a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, and a smoke detector in each accommodation.

Property Registration Number STR-OPLI-23-001263

Frequently asked questions

How close is Private Ballard Bungalow to the airport?

This vacation home is 6.1 mi (24-min drive) away from the Seattle, WA (LKE-Lake Union Seaplane Base) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

Does Private Ballard Bungalow have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at this vacation home.

How close is Private Ballard Bungalow to the beach?

This vacation home is 12.8 mi (32-min drive) from Alki Beach.

Does Private Ballard Bungalow offer free breakfast?

This vacation home does not offer free breakfast.

Is there a casino at Private Ballard Bungalow?

No, there is no casino at this vacation home, but Clearwater Casino (9.1 mi) is nearby.

What time is check-in at Private Ballard Bungalow?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

Is there free parking at Private Ballard Bungalow?

Free parking is not available at this vacation home.

Does Private Ballard Bungalow have a pool?

This vacation home does not have a pool.

Does Private Ballard Bungalow have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this vacation home.

How close is Private Ballard Bungalow to downtown Seattle?

This vacation home is 5.9 mi away from Seattle.

Reviews

Ballard Hjemsted Reviews

10

Exceptional

10/10

Cleanliness
Rating 10 - Excellent. 24 out of 24 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 0 out of 24 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 24 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 24 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 24 reviews

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Thomas K.

Liked: Cleanliness
The house was comfortable and charming and well supplied with amenities
Stayed 5 nights in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kirsten M.

Liked: Cleanliness
The house was so cute comfortable. Cole was AMAZING! Best host I've ever met. Will definitely make it a point to rent from him again. Thanks for everything!
Stayed 11 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kathleen A.

Liked: Cleanliness
A great pet-friendly home in a great neighborhood. Close to everything from restaurants to grocery stores. We had the best time. The house was clean and well stocked in every way. The host left fresh flowers and was very responsive when we reached out. 100% will stay here again!
Augie being a good boy.
Augie enjoying the yard
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sandra D.

Liked: Cleanliness
Very well stocked, easy parking, close to every event we wanted.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Bret H.

Liked: Cleanliness
Our stay was fantastic, the home and property exceeded our expectations. The host was very available and helpful. Highly recommend this place for your Seattle visit. Off street parking is a very nice perk not often seen in the area.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Amy K.

Liked: Cleanliness
I would totally recommend this rental and already have! Pet-friendly, great front yard for your fuzzy friend to run around in along with super clean while still permitting pets. Great to have the ability to do laundry there with kiddos, close to shops and nice area to walk around in.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Justin B.

Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kara R.

Liked: Cleanliness
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Linda C.

Liked: Cleanliness
Wonderful home base for our Seattle vacation, thank you so much!
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Heidi E.

Liked: Cleanliness
This house is hands down the best vacation rental we've had in Seattle. Cole has done a wonderful job of stocking the house with everything you could possibly need. Everything was just perfect, we come to Seattle often to visit family, we will definitely stay here again! Thanks Cole!
Stayed 10 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Joseph W.

Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Theresa Q.

Liked: Cleanliness
We were absolutely enchanted with accommodations, the neighborhood and how clean and comfortable our stay was. Our host Cole was receptive and prompt. Great suggestions for dining and adventures Highly recommend this location and we would most certainly return again and again.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Amy H.

Liked: Cleanliness
Fantastic experience all around. This home exceeded expectations, right down to the smallest of details (soft towels, plenty of pillows, lovely hand soap, etc.). We especially loved the private yard. We didn’t have our dog with us, but she would have been delighted! For anyone with kids, there’s a great playground in walking distance. Would definitely stay again!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jody H., Austin, TX

Liked: Cleanliness
We had a great stay at Cole’s Ballard cottage. The house was very clean and the neighborhood is lovely and quiet but close to lots of fun things in Ballard, including a nice neighborhood park and a soccer/baseball field. Cole was very pleasant to deal with and left lots of helpful information. Checking in and out was very easy. I would definitely stay here again and highly recommend it.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Rebecca P.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great house! The master bedroom has a door that sends in a ton of light if you like to sleep in. But its vacation so it didn't bother us. Or you can just sleep in the other rooms. Super quiet neighborhood and great to just walk around. Also the neighborhood cat Freya was my kids favorite.
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jill and Jason E.

Liked: Cleanliness

Charming neighborhood with easy access to downtown Seattle.

This home was great for our trip to Seattle. The Ballard and Loyal Heights area is absolutely charming. Gorgeous flowers in everyone’s yards and makes for lovely evening strolls. The Red Line to downtown is a few blocks away, so it was really easy to use public transport and avoid driving in downtown Seattle and finding parking. Groceries and restaurants are also walkable! Highly recommend this property to explore Seattle and it’s surrounding neighborhoods.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Julie C.

Liked: Cleanliness

Beautiful home in perfect location

Great house, absolutely beautiful and sparkling clean. Plenty of towels, HOT water in the showers, washer and dryer. Kitchen well supplied for cooking, and gorgeous outdoor area to enjoy the cooler Seattle weather. Loyal Heights/Ballard is our fave area to stay. Easy 10 minute walk to Larsens - my favorite bakery of all time. Easy access to groceries, restaurants, a great park, and public transportation. Host was communicative and helpful. We would absolutely book again.
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Adam D.

Liked: Cleanliness

Cozy Seattle stay.

We were visiting Seattle to meet up with friends. The property Cole had was as advertised. He was responsive with questions. The house was clean, quaint and had everything you would need for a stay. We really enjoyed our time and would certainly recommend this location to anyone visiting the Seattle area.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Nick J., Tucson, AZ USA

Liked: Cleanliness

Perfect For Any Length Stay

This is a beautiful home in an established neighborhood. The space inside is modern with obviously careful thought given to comfort, lighting and a generally welcoming feeling. The inside space is very open and careful attention to detail is obvious. The outside space is fenced and adorned with beautiful greenery (as is this neighborhood) and as comfortably arranged as the inside. Simply put, everything is high-end and welcoming at the same time. The host (Cole) has made the entire check-in, check out process a breeze. They are easy to contact, very responsive and offer some great practical tips for navigating Ballard and Seattle in general. Five star 100%. Great place to stay!!Will stay here again.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Mary W.

Liked: Cleanliness
Amazing! The host and house are amazing! Being greeted by fresh flowers, chocolates and a welcome card was a wonderful way start our stay. Everything in this home is perfect!
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

cathy t.

Liked: Cleanliness
My son will be reviewing and he absolutely loved this bungalow. Clean, spacious, comfortable, quiet, great neighborhood. We will definitely use again when in Seattle
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Merritt J.

Liked: Cleanliness
I've stayed a so many rentals in so many locations over the years, and this one is by far the best experience I've ever had. Cole was wonderful and easy to reach, very clear communication and so thoughtful. The house is lovely, very clean and comfortable, with everything needed available. Beds are comfortable, very nice bedding and plenty of towels, kitchen has everything you need as well. The yard is wonderful to relax outside especially if you have kids with you. There are also several great parks & grocery stores within an easy walk. Thank you so much for hosting us, we had a wonderful visit and were so comfortable!
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Donna T.

Liked: Cleanliness

Very private, clean, and quiet

This home surpassed our expectations. The large yard provided ample privacy and a great space to enjoy the outdoors. The home was very clean and the kitchen was well-stocked with cooking supplies and essentials. Impressed with the host’s attention to detail — we really appreciated the small things like good quality toilet paper and hand soap, portable fans in each room, and accurate labels on the kitchen drawers and cabinets. Off-street parking was very convenient, it was a relief to not have to worry about finding parking. One thing to note — if you are sensitive to air quality, there is a fireplace in the living room that has a pilot light that does not turn off, so you may need to open the windows for ventilation. Overall our stay was a great experience, would stay again!
Stayed 5 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Angela G.

Liked: Cleanliness

Cozy & Comfortable

We had a small family reunion along with our pups. The enclosed yard was spacious and perfect! The house was super clean and fully stocked with extra blankets, towels, pillows and very comfortable! Location was prime! And a driveway for convenient parking.Cole was incredibly attentive to any of our needs or requests. I definitely will stay here again! within 15 minute
Stayed 5 nights in May 2025