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The Center of the Universe

Condo near University of Washington in Seattle

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1 bedroom, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire condo

1 bedroom1 bathroomSleeps 4612 sq ft

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Gym
  • Hot Tub
  • Dryer
  • Washer
  • Pet friendly

Explore the area

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Seattle, WA
  • Place, Woodland Park Zoo
    ‪16 min walk‬
  • Place, University of Washington
    ‪7 min drive‬
  • Place, Seattle Cruise Ship Terminal 91
    ‪9 min drive‬
  • Airport, Seattle, WA (SEA-Seattle - Tacoma Intl.)
    ‪26 min drive‬

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About the neighborhood

Seattle

Fremont stay.Your stay at this Fremont condo places you within 3 miles (5 km) of University of Washington and Seattle Center. Fremont Troll and Lake Union are also within half a mile (1 km).
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What's nearby

  • Woodland Park Zoo - 16 min walk - 0.9 miles
  • Space Needle - 5 min drive - 3.1 miles
  • Seattle Center - 5 min drive - 3.1 miles
  • University of Washington - 7 min drive - 1.9 miles
  • Seattle Cruise Ship Terminal 91 - 9 min drive - 2.8 miles

Getting around

  • U District Station - 5 min drive
  • King Street Station - 20 min drive
  • Seattle, WA (LKE-Lake Union Seaplane Base) - 15 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Aroom Coffee - ‬8 min walk
  • ‪Kamonegi - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪19 Gold - ‬10 min walk
  • ‪Cafe Feva - ‬8 min walk
  • ‪Russell's Tavern - ‬6 min walk

About this property

Entire place

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

The Center of the Universe

Discover your perfect furnished retreat in this modern 1 bedroom condo! You'll be a short walk from Seattle's vibrant Fremont neighborhood, the Woodland Park Zoo, and the legendary troll who lives under the nearby Aurora bridge!

IMPORTANT NOTES:

1. I’m proud to offer a SMOKE-FREE unit for guests! However, while the building is non-smoking in common areas, smoke from other units can sometimes drift into hallways. If you're sensitive, it might be best to book elsewhere.

2. There is no cable TV in the unit. We provide streaming devices but ask that guests sign into their own accounts for services.

3. Dogs are allowed on a case-by-case basis. No other types of pets are permitted.

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Property amenities

Pool/Spa

  • Hot tub

Internet

  • Available in the condo: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Onsite parking options include a garage

Kitchen

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

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • Bedroom
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 1 bathroom
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Hair dryer
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table

Entertainment

  • Books

Outdoor areas

  • Patio

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly
  • Welcoming dogs only
  • One pet total

Suitability/Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Elevator
  • Wheelchair accessibility
  • Smoking not allowed

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • Near a zoo
  • Near the bay

Things to do

  • Gym
  • Motor boating 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)

General

  • Unit size: 612 square feet

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Minimum check-in age: 25

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

Check-out instructions

The host requires you complete the following before checking out:
Load and start the dishwasher
Remove personal items and remove leftover food and drinks
Turn off the lights, lock the doors, and return the keys
CRITICAL: Put the fob/parking passes in the left side drawer of the entryway table and the key in the outdoor lockbox. A lost key, fob, or parking pass will incur a $150 fee.
Return any moved furniture and/or decor to its original position.
Sign out of any streaming services you signed into during your stay.
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.

Rules

Please ensure your group size matches what was shared at booking. If extra guests arrive, the reservation may be canceled.
The person booking must be part of the trip and present at check-in. Booking on behalf of others isn’t permitted.
The home is professionally cleaned before check-in and after check-out. Guests are responsible for tidying in between!

Pets

  • Pets are welcome
  • Only dogs are allowed
  • Maximum 1 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
Long-term renters welcome
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. Long-term renters welcome. For guests' safety, the property includes a carbon monoxide detector and a smoke detector in each accommodation.

Property Registration Number STR-OPLI-21-000830

Frequently asked questions

How close is The Center of the Universe to the airport?

This condo is 2.8 mi (15-min drive) away from the Seattle, WA (LKE-Lake Union Seaplane Base) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

Does The Center of the Universe have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at this condo.

How close is The Center of the Universe to the beach?

This condo is 9.5 mi (24-min drive) from Alki Beach.

Does The Center of the Universe offer free breakfast?

This condo does not offer free breakfast.

Is there a casino at The Center of the Universe?

No, there is no casino at this condo.

What time is check-in at The Center of the Universe?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

Is there free parking at The Center of the Universe?

Free parking is not available at this condo.

Does The Center of the Universe have a pool?

This condo does not have a pool.

Does The Center of the Universe have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this condo.

How close is The Center of the Universe to downtown Seattle?

This condo is 3.5 mi away from Seattle.

Reviews

The Center of the Universe Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

10/10

Cleanliness
Rating 10 - Excellent. 6 out of 7 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 0 out of 7 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 7 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 7 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 7 reviews

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Marilyn S.

Liked: Cleanliness
It was clean and comfortable. We liked having the garage to park in because of the high traffic and crazy on street parking. We did wonder about the safety of the area. Someone’s alarm went off at about 2:30/3:30 am and my husband heard someone outside. The alarm stopped eventually but we felt a bit uncomfortable. The next night someone knocked on our door. No other episodes. We did walk in the area to the park and zoo during the day. We used our car for most things. Lesley was helpful and timely with answering questions.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Charles R.

Liked: Cleanliness

Truly the COU

Clean comfortable property in great location in Fremont. Lessley the host is extremely helpful.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2024

6/10 Okay

angela w.

Liked: Cleanliness

Cute, convenient, small

Great host and location. Clean, cute, nice courtyard. Access is too complicated. Advertised as sleeping 4 adults but one bed is only a full and the other is an air mattress that has to be inflated. Barely room for 3 to sit in living room. One loveseat and one small chair. TV use in Living room requires chrome cast app, which requires download for iPhone or apple products.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Philip O.

Liked: Cleanliness

Center of the universe lived up to its name

We had a lovely stay! Our host Lessley kept us informed every step of the way. Instructions were clear and well thought out. The property was so close to all the places we wanted to visit and only minutes to the bustling Fremont neighborhood! We would definitely stay here again and recommend it highly to anyone interested in a stay in the center of the universe!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Erin B.

Liked: Cleanliness

Great place!

This place is great--Kitchen, location, even a cute patio. The manager is also a great communicator so even if you are dumb and can't find it at first in the dark, you will be just fine! (Cough...) We also had a family emergency and had to leave early and couldn't enjoy as much as we wanted, and the manager was great about us having to leave fast. We will be back to enjoy again!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer C., Arvada, CO

Liked: Cleanliness

Center of the Universe Heaven

This is very close to all the attractions and there is such a variety of things to do. You can walk to multiple places to eat and shop. It is a short drive to many parks and beaches. The condo is full of all the amenities, good amount of cooking supplies, good appliances, and the bedroom is so comfy. The patio of the unit is so calming as it faces the courtyard. Lessley was amazing and was very communicative. If you have an issue or a question she gets back so quickly. I would highly recommend this getaway spot!! Can't wait to return.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Pouya T.

Liked: Cleanliness

Tip top experience

I was thoroughly impressed and was a wonderful experience. Lessley was incredibly accommodating and established a very comfortable situation for us. All our needs and questions were responded with due diligence in a very forthright manner.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2022