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Ballard - Sunset Hill Guest House

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A modern living room with a grey sofa, a white coffee table, and a dining area with a red patterned rug.
A pathway leading to a house with a wooden fence and a small garden area.
A modern kitchen with a wooden dining table, white chairs, and a vase with sunflowers.
A house with a well-maintained garden, a large evergreen tree, and a small tree in front of the house.
A dining area with a wooden table, white chairs, and a colorful rug. There is a window with a view of greenery outside.

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

1 bedroom1 bathroomSleeps 252 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Dryer
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Air-conditioning
  • Parking available

Explore the area

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

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About the area

Seattle

At this cottage you'll be within a 10-minute walk of Golden Gardens Park and 1.9 km (1.2 mi) from Shilshole Bay Marina. .Accommodation features a washing machine, free WiFi and a Smart TV. In-room dining is easy with a kitchen that comes equipped with a fridge, a microwave and a stovetop. A coffee/tea maker, a safe and a hairdryer are also available.
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What's nearby

  • Golden Gardens Park - 5 min walk - 0.4 km
  • Sunset Hill Park - 6 min walk - 0.6 km
  • Shilshole Bay Marina - 3 min drive - 1.1 km
  • National Nordic Museum - 8 min drive - 2.3 km
  • Hiram M. Chittenden Locks - 8 min drive - 2.6 km

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • ‪Gourmet Latte - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Cloudy Cafe - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Thunderbird Tavern - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Jibe Espresso Bar - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪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 transport

  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available

Kitchen

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Electric kettle
  • Hob
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Paper towels
  • Refrigerator
  • 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.
  • Accessible parking space
  • In-room accessibility
  • No lift
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Smoke-free property

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

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
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
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
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. On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited. For guests' safety, the property includes a carbon monoxide detector and a smoke detector in all accommodation.

Property Registration Number STR-OPLI-23-000305

Frequently asked questions

Are there any beaches close to Ballard - Sunset Hill Guest House?

The closest beach to Ballard - Sunset Hill Guest House is Alki Beach (11.7 km).

Does Ballard - Sunset Hill Guest House have a pool?

No, this cottage doesn't have a pool.

Is Ballard - Sunset Hill Guest House family-friendly?

You bet! With amenities such as laundry facilities, highchairs and children's dinnerware, it's no surprise that Ballard - Sunset Hill Guest House is a winner with our family travellers.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at Ballard - Sunset Hill Guest House?

No, Ballard - Sunset Hill Guest House does not offer an airport shuttle service.

What time are check-in & check-out at Ballard - Sunset Hill Guest House?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM. Check-out time is 10:00 AM.

Are pets allowed at Ballard - Sunset Hill Guest House?

No, pets are not allowed.

Ballard - Sunset Hill Guest House Reviews

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 58 out of 59 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 1 out of 59 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 59 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 59 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 59 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Dora B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great place!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Debbie H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The place was perfect for our short stay over the holidays. Checkin was very smooth, and everything was just as we expected. It was clean, and a nice size for two. I'd stay there again!
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Leslie B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The guest house was very comfortable and very clean plus wonderfully creative. The neighborhood is quiet with great walking. I so enjoyed my visit.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Andrew H.

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

Nice Stay at a Great Location

Really enjoyed our stay over the past few days. This was a cozy place and located with easy access to our destinations.
Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

V W.

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

Pleasant clean and convenient.

Enjoyed our stay
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kathleen G.

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

10/10 Excellent

Timothy

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
This is my favorite place to stay in Ballard when I visit family, and I've stayed in a lot of different places. The guest house is lovely, clean, open. The gardens are beautiful and the location is perfect for walks and very quiet. Highly recommend this wonderful rental
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kevin B.

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

Amazing!

I loved staying here! Great little place, super comfy bed! Having a washer and dryer was a big plus. Would stay here again!
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Emma B.

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

Great spot, Great location

The property was spotless, beautiful and comfortable. We would recommend it to anyone and we would stay again!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Keith S.

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

Great place

Perfect for my needs.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

David G.

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

Great location, clean, and cozy.

We had a great stay. Ballard is a nice, safe area as a base for seeing all the Seattle sights. The house was spotless and the hosts accommodating and friendly.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

CHERYL L.

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

Thanksgiving stay

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

10/10 Excellent

Ryan H.

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

10/10 Excellent

Kathryn E.

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

Perfect Guest House

We loved our stay in this ideal location with friendly hosts and all the creature comforts one needs. The neighborhood is quiet and alley parking a convenient plus. We hope to stay again!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

kit w.

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

Wonderfully relaxing

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

10/10 Excellent

Liz B.

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

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
Verified

10/10 Excellent

susan s.

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

Cozy Sunset Hill guest house

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

10/10 Excellent

nelly47673

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

10/10 Excellent

Lydia T.

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

Perfect Town, Perfect Place

We stayed for a week here and fell in LOVE with ballard and the property. Since the owners live on the property it's easy to ask for special requests and they will have lovely reccomendations for food/activities/etc. Will be staying here again!
Stayed 4 nights in May 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Deb F.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Perfect!!!
Stayed 6 nights in Sep 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Adam P.

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

Great stay!!!!

Very nice and comfortable place. Perfect timing to see all the flowers and trees in bloom and they all looked BEAUTIFUL!!!!! Made for a great addition to the visit.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

James K.

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

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
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer B.

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

Comfortable Stay

We enjoyed our stay! The Guest House was spacious, clean and had everything we needed. It's located in a nice quiet neighborhood with plenty of parking. It also had a lovely patio to enjoy :)
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Scott P.

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

Clean and comfortable

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