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Birdhouse on Green Lake

Apartment near University of Washington in Seattle

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A modern kitchen with a dining table, a television, and a view of the outdoors.
A black leather sofa in a modern kitchen with white cabinets, a stainless steel oven, and a pineapple on the counter.
A modern staircase with wooden steps and black railings, leading to an upper floor.
A kitchen with white cabinets, a microwave, an oven, and a wooden table with a pineapple.
A bedroom with a loft bed, a window with a view of greenery, and a desk area.

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire apartment

2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 4

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Washer
  • Dryer
  • Pet friendly
  • Air conditioning
  • Parking available

Explore the area

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Seattle, WA
  • Place, Green Lake Park
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, Woodland Park Zoo
    ‪16 min walk‬
  • Place, Lake Union
    ‪6 min drive‬
  • Airport, Seattle, WA (SEA-Seattle - Tacoma Intl.)
    ‪35 min drive‬

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About the neighborhood

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Green Lake stay.With a stay at this Green Lake apartment, you'll be within half a mile (1 km) of Green Lake Park and 2 miles (3 km) of Woodland Park Zoo. Fremont Troll and Lake Union are also within 2 miles (3 km).
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What's nearby

  • Green Lake Park - 1 min walk - 0.1 miles
  • Green Lake - 3 min walk - 0.2 miles
  • Woodland Park Zoo - 16 min walk - 0.9 miles
  • Woodland Park and Rose Garden - 17 min walk - 0.9 miles
  • Lake Union - 6 min drive - 1.6 miles

Getting around

  • Roosevelt Station - 4 min drive
  • King Street Station - 22 min drive
  • Seattle, WA (LKE-Lake Union Seaplane Base) - 20 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Bongos - ‬17 min walk
  • ‪Yoroshiku - ‬16 min walk
  • ‪Stone’s Throw Coffee And Market - ‬15 min walk
  • ‪The Wild Cup - ‬18 min walk
  • ‪Kidd Valley - ‬11 min walk

About this property

Birdhouse on Green Lake

Welcome to your own light-filled birdhouse perched above lovely Green Lake. Located one block distance from the lake as well as a pitch & putt golf course. Take a short jaunt to local eateries, breweries, and cafes during your stay. This brand new and uniquely designed cottage loft is delicately decorated with functionality and comfort in mind.

Designed and custom built by the homeowners this property provides modern amenities in serene Green Lake neighborhood.

Guest access

The entire cottage, as well as the patio, is for guests own enjoyment.

To be clear, this home does NOT have air conditioning (almost NO buildings-less than 5%- in Seattle have central air conditioning). However, this home does have a few ceiling fans and gets a lovely cross-breeze with the windows open. Smart HDTV's stream Pandora, as well as Hulu and Netflix (bring your own password and don't forget to log out!).

Green Lake neighborhood is one of the more desirable places to live in Seattle. With its quaint neighborhood eateries, cafes and lake walk you'll find many Seattlites enjoying the beautiful scenery on any given day. It is the place to go if you're looking for that "cute" neighborhood within a large city.

Bus #62 stops within 3 blocks from the property and will take guests downtown. Otherwise, we are a quick ride share to most visited landmarks within the city. Street parking is available on the residential street. Please be aware of driveways and parking signs.

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in the apartment: WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Refrigerator
  • Spices
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster

Bedrooms

  • 2 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided
  • Sofa bed

Bathroom

  • 1 bathroom
  • Hair dryer
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Living room

Entertainment

  • TV

Outdoor areas

  • Porch/lanai

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly
  • 2 pets total

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoking not allowed

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • On a lake

Things to do

  • Bicycles
  • Fishing nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Kayaking 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

General

  • Bicycles

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

Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Rules

A $200 security deposit hold must be authorized only with a credit card prior arrival. It will be released 5 business days after the check out day pen

Pets

  • Pets are welcome
  • Maximum 2 pets
  • Service animals are exempt from fees

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
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit
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. For guests' safety, the property includes a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, and a first aid kit in each accommodation.

Property Registration Number STR-OPLI-19-001417

Property is also known as

111239_251792

Frequently asked questions

How close is Birdhouse on Green Lake to the airport?

This apartment is 4 mi (20-min drive) away from the Seattle, WA (LKE-Lake Union Seaplane Base) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

How much does it cost to stay at Birdhouse on Green Lake?

As of Sep 14, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Birdhouse on Green Lake on Sep 15, 2026 start from $259, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

Does Birdhouse on Green Lake have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at this apartment.

How close is Birdhouse on Green Lake to the beach?

This apartment is 10.6 mi (27-min drive) from Alki Beach.

Does Birdhouse on Green Lake offer free breakfast?

This apartment does not offer free breakfast.

Is there a casino at Birdhouse on Green Lake?

No, there is no casino at this apartment.

What time is check-in at Birdhouse on Green Lake?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

Is there free parking at Birdhouse on Green Lake?

Free parking is not available at this apartment.

Does Birdhouse on Green Lake have a pool?

This apartment does not have a pool.

Does Birdhouse on Green Lake have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this apartment.

How close is Birdhouse on Green Lake to downtown Seattle?

This apartment is 4.5 mi away from Seattle.

Birdhouse on Green Lake Reviews

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 18 out of 21 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 3 out of 21 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 21 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 21 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 21 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Christopher B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Parking wasn’t too bad. Not the best spot if you have mobility issues, but nice location and beautiful area.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Susan G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Well situated rental near Green Lake.
Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Riley W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We had a great stay at the Birdhouse on Greenlake! Very clean and cozy vrbo. Neighborhood is quiet and is a quick getaway to wherever your Seattle adventures take you! Vince was always great at responding to messages. Would definitely recommend!
Stayed 5 nights in Jan 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Janine G.

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

Lovely home and location

great location, walkable to many things. Clean and comfortable.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Emily R.

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

Awesome place!

Super clean, everything functioned well. The beds were comfortable and we enjoyed our time here. It's a quiet low-traffic neighborhood, we walked to coffee and donut shops! Hope to be back again!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024
Verified review

8/10 Good

Kristin M.

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

Green Lake Birdhouse

The Birdhouse, located in the Wallingford neighborhood and a short walk to Green Lake, was comfortable for my spouse and 7 year old. The owner lives in the same property and was very friendly and helpful.
Stayed 6 nights in Apr 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

David Thomas S.

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

Great spot with fun design!

Beautiful spot just a block away from green lake! I don’t spend that much time in the VRBO, but when I was there it was beautiful, comfortable, and provided a perfect hub to take several walks around green lake right next door. I love the setup with the second floor bedroom and bathroom and third floor extra bed. Very cute overall, I would absolutely stay here again, and it is very reasonably priced compared to similar but less interesting properties!
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Josee D.

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

Very pleasant stay

We enjoyed our stay at Vince's in Green Lake. Nice quiet neighbourhood. Check-in was easy. We had our own privacy in the appartment. Apartment with a nice decor. We would definitively return and recommend it.
Stayed 6 nights in Feb 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Joelle J.

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

The Birdhouse is my new favorite Seattle location!

I loved everything about this beautiful, clean, neat property right next to Greenlake. Prime location close to Whole Foods, great neighborhoods, and the best walking in Seattle. Best host, too! Organized, communicative, and available. So glad to have found this and will be back!
Stayed 9 nights in Feb 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer L.

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

Beautiful stay close to the lake

My child wants to move into this VRBO full-time if that tells you anything! We loved the well-designed space and especially loved that the property was dog-friendly which enabled us to bring our best buddy on the trip too. The location is superb with coffee shop and lake all walking distance and there was easy street parking. The owners were very communicative should we need anything (we didn't, the rental had everything we could have needed). Also, the beds and linens were incredibly comfortable! Highly recommend and we'll be back next time our travels take us to Seattle.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Brian H.

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

Nice place

This worked out nicely. The place is small, parking abundant and the Tangletown area of Green Lake is close by. I got coffee at Zoka Coffee Roasters each morning, and Aslan Brewing had good beer. Two heads up for families: (1) the main bed is under the loft beds so you are all in the same room while sleeping; and (2) the steps to the loft are very steep - almost ladder like. Our kids are big enough now but if they were a few years younger, I'd have been very uneasy with them sleeping up there.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Jane C.

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

Seattle weekend fun!

Two mature women enjoyed our weekend stay at the Birdhouse on Green Lake. The vrbo is in a lovely, quiet neighborhood. We enjoyed being walking distance (less than 1/2 mile) to a cute area with coffee shops, lunch spot restaurants, and a small market. Please note that the vrbo loft isn't an easy option for those of us who are up and down during the night. The den couch worked fine as a 2nd bed back up. We look forward to our next Seattle excursion.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2024
Verified review

8/10 Good

Andrew S.

Liked: Cleanliness, communication, location, listing accuracy

1 week stay at Bird House

Incredible location and good home base to branch off from and experience Seattle for a family of 4 or less. Vince was responsive to all of my questions The only drawback was my interactions with Aardvark rental properties who were also involved with the billing and providing information about the rental. This added layer of bureaucracy made the process more cumbersome than it had to be. Granted I am new to dealing with them so it could have been user error
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Julie L.

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

Cutest neighborhood!

Lovely home with a lot of thoughtful amenities (Q-tips, lotion, etc.). We spent a quick night to decompress after an Alaskan cruise before we flew home, it was the perfect place to relax! You can walk to a cute area to eat or pick up wine/food just a few blocks away or walk to the Woodland Zoo within a 1/2 hour. Just walking around and looking at the gorgeous Craftsman and Victorian homes is a delight. Enjoyed dinner and a glass of wine on the large front deck. We were there on a warm summer day (about 85 degrees) and because there is no central air, it was very warm inside. There is a portable air conditioning unit upstairs, so you can make the master pretty comfortable if you blast it, but the loft bedroom never cooled down enough to use. I liked that there were instructions all over the house - so refreshing! If you stay, check you email after you check in because they will send you a link to all of the house instructions. Great idea IF you check your email. We didn't. A simple laminated QR Code in the house that takes you to the instructions would solve this issue. Overall, a lovely house in a beautiful neighborhood that lets you experience life outside of downtown Seattle. .
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Jody R.

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

Green Lake Gem!

Green lake is my favorite part of Seattle and this place was perfect for me. The bathroom is upstairs so you need to be able to do stairs, but besides that it is a perfect place to stay. I will definitely be back!
Stayed 2 nights in May 2022
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Catherine M.

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

Amazing Seattle Accommodations

Great location near Green Lake. Hosts were extremely communicative and the beds were super comfortable. Easy walk to restaurants and public transportation. We would definitely love to stay here again!
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2021
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Germaine S.

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

Great location!

We loved staying at the BirdHouse! It was a quick walk to Green Lake where there was lots to do for the whole family -- playground, lake, walking path, and restaurants. The house was pristine and the patio was lovely.
Stayed 8 nights in Jun 2021
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Catherine H.

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

Green lake retreat

My husband and I had a great stay in this beautiful neighborhood. We got up early every morning and walked around Green Lake. Walking distance to great restaurants and coffee shops. It was a comfortable place , we love it!
Stayed 6 nights in Sep 2020
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

JAMES P.

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

Perfect Green Lake Spot

it was great to stay in a clean, well-kept property in an established residential neighborhood rather than a hotel or motel. Parking and checking were easy. The space itself was simple but very clean and flooded with natural light with windows in all rooms. We would definitely stay here again when in Seattle.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2020

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