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A charming little city cottage with backyard chickens awaits your arrival.

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Welcome to The Seattle Carriage House - a hidden gem in the heart of Seattle
Hi, I'm Jimmie Falcon. You'll notice Slippers & Butterscotch (Butters) behind me
The kitchen is light and bright and well stocked for all your needs.
Complimentary snacks are provided and the gas range and microwave are a plus.
We always offer a local selection of coffee and tea for our guests.

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
3 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 61200 sq ft

Popular amenities

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

Explore the area

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Seattle, WA
  • University of Washington
    ‪19 min walk‬
  • University of Washington Medical Center
    ‪4 min drive‬
  • Space Needle
    ‪6 min drive‬
  • Seattle, WA (LKE-Lake Union Seaplane Base)
    ‪13 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 6)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed

Loft

1 Double Futon, 1 Double Bed and 1 Crib

Reading nook

1 Child Bed

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Soap · Towels provided · Bathtub or shower · Bathtub · Toilet · Shampoo · Hair dryer

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Dining area

About this property

A charming little city cottage with backyard chickens awaits your arrival.

This enchanting home, is a wonderful place for enjoying your time in Seattle. Part rustic hunting lodge - part romantic cabin nestled in the quaint city neighborhood. Very private, very classy and very fun! This comfortable and well stocked and cared for home is well equipped for all of your needs.

Situated at the intersections of Capitol Hill, Eastlake and Portage Bay neighborhoods which are very central to all Seattle has to offer and a really cool area to call home while you explore Seattle and really get a sense of enjoying city life.

Walk to wonderful restaurants, party at the hip Pine/Pike corridor, watch the sunset from the West side of our location, and the sunrise just down the hill....both within a very short walk. Super quick drive or very short cab ride downtown, walk to U-District, Gas Works Park the Arboretum, Broadway, Madison Park, Volunteer Park, and bike just about anywhere on the Burke-Gilman trail just across the bridge or at the extreme mountain bike course (look up 1-5 Colanade Mountain Bike Park). Jump on a paddleboard or rent a kayak just on the other side of the bridge as well - (Check out Aqua Verde Paddle Club and Cafe). Skiing and tubing is an hour away at Snoqualmie Pass, or you can go wine tasting at Chateau St. Michelle or check out Redhook Brewery in Woodinville. White water rafting is about 60-90 minutes as well. There is a lot to do here!

Families will love the separate spaces on the top floor and main floor, hidden nooks, shelves and shelves of games and toys for ALL ages, enjoy the rustic and comfortable features and careful attention to every detail.

Totally refinished with all modern amenities including Rinnai water heater, gas range, stainless steel appliances, air conditioning, stereo system, high speed internet, cable for two tv's, Nintendo Swtich, tons of movies, games and books.

Sleeps quite 6 comfortably with very comfortable beds with down comforters, wonderful linens and mattresses including a Tempur-Pedic. Two main bedrooms on first level, and space for at least 4 with one bed and a futon and a secret nook on the second floor.

Two fireplaces, full - subway tiled bathroom with chandelier, fantastic modern and rustic lighting throughout. Full kitchen with dishwasher and all of the necessary equipment to entertain, cook and prepare meals or relax and open a bottle of wine and party with friends!

This is a great place that has been enjoyed by families, friends, girls weekends, guys weekends, wedding parties, and extended stays. The courtyard and location of the house give this place real added private feel in the middle of the city.

Our guests LOVE our city chickens! Plan to take a few eggs for breakfast as our guests, or just get to know the friendly girls.

It really is a great place to enjoy a vacation or get away! Let me know if I can help you plan anything, or if you have any questions that I can help with. We love this place, and really want you to be able to enjoy your time here too.

Managed by 'ex' Four Seasons Hotel employee and clean freak.

Property manager

Jill McCormick
Premier Host

Languages

English

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Amenities

Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Pet friendly
Free WiFi
Air conditioning

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 21
Check out before 12:00 PM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0-17
We have a portable crib, high chair and baby gate.
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Events

No events allowed
Please ask about specific event policies.
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Pets

Pets allowed: dogs and cats less than 50 lbs per pet (limit 2 pets total)
Must sign pet waiver and provide $50.00 pet fee
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
You may smoke in the courtyard :)

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
Note from host: Please ask about specific event policies.
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
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit, and a deadbolt lock
Property Registration Number STR-OPLI-19-001515

We should mention

A car is not required for transportation to and from this property

About the neighborhood

Seattle

Located in Portage Bay, a neighborhood in Seattle, this cottage is near theme parks and on a lake. Seattle Center and WaMu Theater are cultural highlights, and travelers looking to shop may want to visit Pike Place Market and Bellevue Square. Check out an event or a game at Climate Pledge Arena, and consider making time for Woodland Park Zoo, a top attraction not to be missed. Discover the area's water adventures with jet skiing and kayaking nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with hiking/biking trails and mountain biking.
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Seattle, WA

What's nearby

  • Lake Union - 6 min walk - 0.5 km
  • University of Washington - 19 min walk - 1.6 km
  • University of Washington Medical Center - 4 min drive - 2.4 km
  • Seattle Center - 6 min drive - 4.4 km
  • Space Needle - 6 min drive - 4.6 km

Getting around

  • U District Station - 3 min drive
  • King Street Station - 18 min drive
  • Seattle, WA (LKE-Lake Union Seaplane Base) - 13 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Saint Bread - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Husky Grind - ‬14 min walk
  • ‪Agua Verde Cafe - ‬20 min walk
  • ‪Ivar's Salmon House - ‬19 min walk
  • ‪Little Water Cantina - ‬6 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is A charming little city cottage with backyard chickens awaits your arrival. pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows cats and dogs (limit 2 total) with a maximum weight of up to 50 lbs per pet.

What time is check-in at A charming little city cottage with backyard chickens awaits your arrival.?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at A charming little city cottage with backyard chickens awaits your arrival.?

Check-out is at 12:00 PM.

Where is A charming little city cottage with backyard chickens awaits your arrival. located?

Located in Portage Bay, this cottage is within 1 mi (2 km) of Lake Union and University of Washington. Seattle Center and Space Needle are also within 3 mi (5 km). U District Station is 21 minutes by foot and University of Washington Station is 30 minutes.

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

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Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 87 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

9.8/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Sandy M.

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

Wonderful hosts and home!

We had an absolutely wonderful stay at this charming cottage. The house was very clean, had everything we needed to feel at home, and the beds were very comfortable. What really set this experience apart, however, were the incredible hosts. From the moment we booked, they were thoughtful and attentive, but they truly went above and beyond when they learned that my daughter was injured skiing. They were so kind and accommodating, even moving things around to make her comfortable and able to navigate in a wheelchair. We would absolutely stay here again and highly recommend it!
Stayed 9 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Matt P.

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

Brilliant

Spot on description of the property. Beautiful. Rustic. Chickens were great. Jill was highly communicative. Would rent this place again in a heartbeat. Just charming, simply charming.
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

diane r.

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

All the right touches

We enjoyed the cottage which was full of character and history with all the necessary amenities and more. Adorable children's nook upstairs. Comfortable beds. Perfect location.
Stayed 8 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Marcy K.

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

Cute Home

We truly enjoyed our stay at the "chicken house". Jill provided so many amenities and we had fresh eggs whenever we wanted. The home was perfect for our week stay and we would certainly come back again!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Aaron W.

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

Cute little cottage.

My family and I(wife and 2 boys 3 and 6) stayed few days for a little getaway. Didn’t need much communication back and forth with host, but before showing up we had pretty much all information we needed. The boys absolutely loved the chickens and wanted to look for eggs as well as feed them every day….eggs were delicious! House is in a nice neighborhood area and didn’t have to travel more that 20ish mins each way to locations, one of them being downtown. Little courtyard area in back was fun to be in and let kids burn more energy off they had a little cornhole style game but kinda built for golf chipping but had beanbags as well which were definitely used…super plus that since I took golf clubs out of car for trip and didn’t have for the golf version I asked about a club and was handed a wedge within mins and got a few swings in which felt great. I would absolutely look at this place when going to Seattle again and would suggest it to anyone looking at a place to stay. Thanks again!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Amy R.

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

The Cutest Cozy Carriage House!

Look no further— this cute, cozy Carriage House is perfect! The house is beyond adorable and a nice mix of historical meets modern day. Everything with our stay was absolutely wonderful! We really enjoyed all the extra touches Jill has done and the amenities she’s added to make the house so warm, inviting and convenient. We also loved visiting with the chickens and collecting eggs each morning! The location is perfect and close to so many things. We definitely will be back to visit the Carriage House again!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

tina h.

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

Quaint, cozy cottage

The cottage house is an adorable place to stay. Jill is easy to to reach and quick to respond. As a host, she is thoughtful.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Kate L.

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

Lovely cottage!

I needed a place for me and my adult son, plus two elderly relatives who use walkers and can’t manage stairs. This place is easy to get into, with 2 comfy bedrooms on the ground floor. I would definitely stay there again!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Sherri D.

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

Beautiful, clean and convenient

We had a lovely time staying at the Carriage House! It was cute, clean and had everything we needed for the week. The kids loved the upstairs loft area and got really into a Judy Blume book they found. It was also realky fun collecting eggs from the chickens and sitting out back having cocktails in the yard. Thanks Jill and Dick for being amazing hosts!
Stayed 9 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Dina S., Moses Lake, WA

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

Lovely Cottage

This cottage has everything needed. Location was great. Had the pup with us and she was very comfortable also. Loved seeing the chicks everyday. Freeway was noisy, but we were able to shut windows at night and it was fine. Lots of fans around and sound machines in the rooms. Thank goodness we were there before the big heat came. The host was very sweet and accommodating. Thank you for making our stay enjoyable!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2023

6/10 Okay

Beatrice B.

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

So cute and cozy!

Wonderful stay! The hosts were so helpful and welcoming!
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Annika C.

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

Quick Trip Adventure

We stayed at this property for 3 nights before we took off on a cruise. The house was quaint and filled with nooks and crannies and things to do! Our toddler loved visiting the chickens and looking for eggs every day! The host, Jill, was great, very helpful, and very communicative! We really enjoyed staying at this property!
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Kate H.

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

Great family city cottage

From booking to checking in/out, everything was smooth about our stay at the city cottage. Jill was attentive and easy to communicate with. She was warm and inviting of her property. The property was easy to get to, right off the highway, and on street parking was never an issue. The area was safe and within walking distance to some playgrounds, restaurants and coffee shops. A quick ~20 minute drive got us into the city for all of our sight seeing adventures! We met our family (4 adults and 3 children in total) in Seattle for vacation for a week. We comfortably fit in the two bedrooms and loft room with an additional futon. There were fans available, as well as an air conditioner in the loft area. It was great to have a washer/dryer in the cottage, as well as a stocked kitchen with all of the necessities. The kids loved visiting the chickens in the backyard and collecting their eggs. They also enjoyed all of the games, books and toys in the cottage. The kayaks and paddle boards were available to us (they have life jackets) but we did not use them as we were out sightseeing for the majority of our stay. We highly recommend staying at the city cottage for your visit in Seattle!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

stephen o.

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

Best way to see Seattle

If you’re visiting Seattle with your family, forge an overpriced, cramped hotel. This carriage house hit the mark in every way. Well located, clean, and room to spread out in a quiet, cozy place to come back to you at the end of each day. We felt like locals for five days and had a great launchpad to explore the city. Nothing was more than 10 to 15 minute drive. Property owner was particularly helpful and responsive. Highly recommend.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

John P.

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

Convenient charming fun rental with chickens

House was great. Our kids loved the chickens and the upstairs and all it’s nooks. Neighborhood was convenient, walked to sushi and coffee and good take out pizza. Would definitely stay again.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Liz H.

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

Fun for the family!

I had high expectations for our stay here because it looked so cute in the pictures and we were so excited about the chickens. This place exceeded our expectations! I was so happy they had books and games and toys for my kids because we did not pack anything like that. It’s really hard traveling as a family, but staying here. Made it fun and easy.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Taylor B.

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

Seattle with the Chickens

We wanted a family friendly place to stay and found the best location! The Coachhouse was a wonderland to our 3 year old, and he loved saying hi to the Chickens in the back morning, afternoon and night! Just a 10-15 minute drive anywhere you’d want to go in Seattle and while it was close the the highway, for us, the noise from the street was relaxing like white noise. We would highly recommend this location.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Mary S., RANCHO CUCAMONGA

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

Fabulous stay in Seattle

We came for my daughter's UW graduation and LOVED the carriage house. Great location, adorable place with all the extra touches. We will definitely book again for futurw trips to Seattle.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Brenda C., Avon I USA

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

Seattle Carriage House

We so enjoyed our holiday here. We had never been to Seattle. Jill and Dick’s place was amazing and well stocked . They were very accommodating. This place is close to downtown . We went to Vancouver Island by Victory Clipper. We went to a wonderful park, Arboretum. Rented a car and drove to Vancouver . It was such a fun holiday and we would definitely stay here again . We highly recommend this place.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Genevievee S.

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

Spring

Convenient location, lovely neighborhood, excellent hosts and clean!
Stayed 2 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

jenifer c.

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

Loved the Carriage House

We stayed at the Carriage House for two months. It was our home away from home. Everything about it was perfect. Jill thought of everything you might need and made sure it was in the house! It was rare we needed to contact her but when we did she responded quickly. We loved the location. We could walk to the French Bakery in one direction and in another walk through beautiful neighborhoods. We were close to downtown and could see Union Bay and Lake Washington. I hope to visit Seattle again and definitely want to stay at the Carriage House again
Stayed 60 nights in Feb 2023

10/10 Excellent

Rhonda G., Seattle, USA

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

Amazing retreat!

This is an adorable cottage. So clean with all the little extras!! Fresh eggs in the morning were my husband's favorite. We felt so welcome and spoiled!! The hosts are very accommodating, friendly and super helpful with logistics. Would highly recommend. If we ever have another house flood...or want a retreat...we will be back!
Stayed 10 nights in Oct 2022

10/10 Excellent

Gabrielle B.

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

Charming Seattle Carriage House

This Carriage house has all the charm of years past with the convenience of all modern conveniences. The bathroom is spa like, the kitchen is full stocked with everything you would need to pull right up, unpack and enjoy! The location is prime and walkable to many charming restaurants and coffee shops. We will definitely come again.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2022

10/10 Excellent

Brian D.

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

Awesome Location and Amenities

Thank you Jill for being a great host. Your spot was amazing and super cozy. Thoughtful personal touches that my family loved. Highly recommended.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

PATRICK O., San Pedro

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

Carriage House

Jill does an amazing job of welcoming her guests. The carriage house is very charming and comfortable. Our kids loved the upstairs bedroom or as they called it, the lair. The location is great for exploring Seattle.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2022

About the host

Hosted by Jill McCormick

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Both my husband and myself have grown up in the Pacific Northwest and love living and traveling around the area. We are active skiers, hikers and bikers. We are sadly, currently between dogs, but love having dogs around and keep our Carriage House pet friendly. We do have some fun city chickens that have filled our pet void for the time being.

Our three kids are grown and have flown the nest and are living independent lives and we are looking forward to being Grandparents soon!!

We have lived all over Seattle and love the Capitol Hill, Eastlake neighborhoods and have now, are enjoying the wonderful views of Portage Bay! This is a wonderful community tucked at the edge of four wonderful water features: Lake Washington, Lake Union, Portage Bay and the Montlake Cut. An easy and safe neighborhood to walk around to explore parks and restaurants and views.

While we both are still engaged with our professional lives, we love hosting guests in the Carriage House. It's fun to hear peoples stories of travel and to watch them explore our city. We take great pride in helping them enjoy their vacations, or making them feel comfortable and at home while visiting friends and family.

We work very hard to keep the Carriage House both authentic and in excellent shape. Linens and supplied items are kept clean and in operable condition and well stocked. We set high expectations for our traveling experiences and we aim to make sure our guests receive the same amount of care and forethought. We look forward to continuing with the care and attention that older buildings require, as this one is certainly worth having around! We take every opportunity to make it a better place at each check in and out.

Enjoy your time in Seattle!!!

Why they chose this property

Portage Bay is a hidden Seattle secret! Nestled at the intersections of North Capitol Hill, Eastlake and the University District, Portage Bay sits on the shores of the Montlake Cut. It's an easy walk from the Carriage House to Portage Bay, Lake Washington and Lake Union.

You can walk to Aqua Verde cafe and enjoy a cool drink, delicious Mexican food and rent a paddleboard or kayak. If you like parks, there are some of Seattle's best parks within walking distance. One of the major challenges in Seattle is our traffic, and our central location makes getting around Seattle less of an issue.

Even though we are in a city neighborhood, the Carriage House is surrounded by trees so our guests often feel like they have found a special little cottage in the city.

We are also lucky to have some of Seattle's best restaurants nearby. Feel free to reach out for any recommendations. One of Seattle's fun neighborhoods is Capitol Hill which is very convenient to our location. We are also just across the bridge from University of Washington and during football season, you will notice lots of Husky fans walking to the game.

We invite you to be our guest and find out why we love living here too!!

What makes this property unique

I think among other things that people find charming about this house, is that it was actually a functioning carriage home for many years. The actual 'carriage doors' were given to a restoration company when we purchased the property. The bedrooms and kitchen were horse stables and the bathroom was the tack room. The spiraling stairway up to the top was where they stored the hay!

It is made of stone and very thick insulation so that the upstairs area is actually very insulated from the downstairs area.

I can not imagine a more unique - historical property - so close to the city and walkable to neighborhood hot spots.

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